1998 25 FT Converted Skoolie- School Bus for sale

[bus-bro]

A 25' front-engine transit bus would make a great camper. I think the 5.9 Cummins would be a great engine for that thing. The transmission choice would be up to the buyer.

Something like $30k for a top notch RV might be a bargain -- if you know how to build it.

[Kathleenj]

New to skoolie.net. Scrolled through the thread and couldn't access photos. Are there photos of the skoolie that you could send? Sounds cool. Dont see an option for private messaging. Thanks.

[Chrisw]

We have it listed in KSL as well with more PICS. https://classifieds.ksl.com/listing/57035455. My contact info is on KSL, I will see how to add private messaging here. Thanks

[Chrisw]

the 5.9 with a p-pump has been used for over 40 years in boats, tractors, generators, backhoes, dump trucks and yes bus'. this engine and fuel pump are stock. if a person wanted more power, it could be tuned up and do wheelies for only a few hundred bucks.

[Magden5]

Originally Posted by o1marc

I think you're making the biggest mistake you can when looking for a bus.

Please elaborate. Seriously. I would love to get some feedback!
Thanks!

[captaingato]

Good Morning , are you still in CA and For Sale, also how many miles on diesel. THX

[Chrisw]

We are located in Utah, the bus has 18900 miles on it

[Booyah45828]

With a 12v cummins, there won't be a 1939 datalink. It's old school no computer.

I see nothing wrong with this. Simple conversion, solid engine, no wheel wells, high headroom. All those options would check off a lot of boxes for most people. Only downfall is the trans, which you might never have an issue with. And a trans upgrade wouldn't be that hard.

Yeah, 10 grand is more then what I'd pay for it. But I'd say you got a good chance at selling it for that. This is way better then every cobbled together shorty that I see people trying to unload on here for 30 grand.

[o1marc]

Originally Posted by Magden5

Please elaborate. Seriously. I would love to get some feedback!
Thanks!

The worst area to buy a used bus due to rust issues will be everywhere in the New England area. The money spent traveling to pick up a bus from out west, will be saved by how much less work will be required to replace rusted floor boards and other areas. I bought 2 buses before the one I own. The first was junk and I was refunded my money by the seller, the second one had issues and I eneded up scrapping it for a profit. Then I flew to Butte Montana and got a bus much better than anything I've seen on the east coast.
Anywhere that uses salt on the roads during winter are going to be prone to major rust damage.

[o1marc]

Originally Posted by Chrisw

We are located in Utah, the bus has 18900 miles on it

Missing a 0?

[Chrisw]

Yep missing a -0-, Sorry! 187960 to be exact

[o1marc]

Originally Posted by Chrisw

Yep missing a -0-, Sorry! 187960 to be exact

You weren't missing a 0, but a 6 and a 7.

[Magden5]

Originally Posted by o1marc

The worst area to buy a used bus due to rust issues will be everywhere in the New England area. The money spent traveling to pick up a bus from out west, will be saved by how much less work will be required to replace rusted floor boards and other areas. I bought 2 buses before the one I own. The first was junk and I was refunded my money by the seller, the second one had issues and I eneded up scrapping it for a profit. Then I flew to Butte Montana and got a bus much better than anything I've seen on the east coast.
Anywhere that uses salt on the roads during winter are going to be prone to major rust damage.

You are awesome !
Thank you for this!
Thank you!

[LoveandRage]

Is this bus titled as an RV? If you mentioned, I didn’t catch it.

[Chrisw]

We converted the bus and my husband changed the registration to an RV, Im not sure how that works once it gets sold. Someone else on here may know. does the Title change when it is sold and is registered as an RV?

[jofred99]

A few questions:
- Has it been plumbed for water? Fresh/gray tanks? Sink?

- Has any electrical been added, such as battery/inverter/12v outlets/solar?
- Is there a stove installed?
- Refrigerator?


Thanks

[Chrisw]

We are currently installing a sink and water tank, then we have a 1500 Watt inverter and solar panel we are installing. It does have a phone charging station and USB ports and LED lights. No fridge or stove, we built in a place for our cooler. There is room for a bathroom if someone wanted to put one in.

[LoveandRage]

Could any of you bus nuts advise on whether this bus could potentially tow ~3500 lbs of car and dolly? (2019 Kia Soul @ 2900lbs + Kar Kaddy at additional 500 or so lbs.)

[Chrisw]

Skoolie Update, we recently added a sink with a new water tank and inverter. Highly desirable engine 5.9 Cummins 12 valve with P-pump. This is a short bus at 25.5 feet giving you a short wheelbase with plenty of room in the bus, the turning radius is better than my truck. This skoolie runs great, we have had a blast in this bus, we drove it home from Arzonia and have been on several trips we took the coast this summer from Utah. Took it camping, climbing 5000 elevation, It had plenty of power to get us over the mountain passes with no problems. We have new pics on KSL, https://classifieds.ksl.com/listing/57437794

1998 25 FT Converted Skoolie- School Bus for sale! ready to go on your next adventure! This bus is super nice inside!

[Chrisw]

Skoolie Update: we recently added a sink with a new water tank and inverter. Highly desirable engine 5.9 Cummins 12 valve with P-pump. This is a short bus at 25.5 feet giving you a short wheelbase with plenty of room in the bus, the turning radius is better than my truck. This skoolie runs great, we have had a blast in this bus. Drove it from Azornia, took several trips including a trip to the coast this summer from Utah. Took it camping, climbing to over 9000 feet of elevation, It had plenty of power to get us over the mountain passes with no problems.

2-New tires, air conditioning, speakers inside for front or back, ceiling.is over 6.3, handicap door for easy access to load luggage and totes, dining table with 2 original bus seats with seat belts for 5. There is seating for 9. Queen size bed with lots of storage underneath, foldable bed and seating. LED lighting, Storage cabinet for food with a nice countertop with sink and water tank, inverter, phone charging station.

Tires are all in great condition, bus originally from AZ, therefore, no rust. Whitetop helps reflect the heat, tinted windows, no wheel wells inside, curtains throughout and front windshield sunshade. This is a great little bus, ready for your next adventure, or would make a great party bus rental, Don’t miss out. Call or text with questions. More PICS on KSL https://classifieds.ksl.com/listing/57437794 Skoolie Updaste