We carefully designed this bus for our family (2 adults, 2 kids). It could accommodate a 5th person. Designed with an open layout for plenty of light, practical use, and ample (playing) space inside, we tested and improved the bus over 8 months. Now are ready to start a new adventure.
The bus is road-ready and easily upgradable if desired. Right now, we are near Spokane and the bus is available early august onwards, unless we agree otherwise.
We chose this bus for its maneuverability, height, cruise control, lift door and quality. We made a spacious design, making it easy to play and move around. It can be parked in cities using a double-parking space.
The exterior was painted (Rustoleum Professional) by a befriended artist, sparking conversations wherever we go. Its distinctive look has been well-received, enhancing our boondocking opportunities.
TECHNICAL DETAILS:
IC DT466 (2006/2007) diesel engine with Allison automated transmission, air brakes, air suspension, lift door and cruise control. Engine runs smoothly with an odometer reading approximately 187,000 miles; it's capable of lasting up to 400,000 miles. We've driven it over 6,000 miles and it served us well. On the road it’s serviced at an International dealer shop.
BACKGROUND:
The bus served for years in Indiana and a few in Minnesota. We purchased it directly from a school bus company after they phased out diesel vehicles. They allowed us to convert it in their workshop and provided technical assistance. I have experience in woodworking and electrical work, and personally converted the interior.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
- Electricity: Simple, safe, and expandable. Includes 4 x 200W Rigid Panels and a Bluetti AC200 MAX 2,200W battery.
- Height and Ceiling: 6 feet 4 inches. Original ceiling remains for noise reduction; magnetic hooks allow for hanging items.
- Windows: Tinted glass, no leaks, with four mosquito screens.
- Insulation: 1-inch XPS foam flooring; original ceiling insulation.
- Heating: Cubic Grizzly stove (8,000 - 18,000 BTU), bus heating system, and Webasto diesel heater (unused).
- Tires: Retreaded, good quality, approximately 3/8-inch tread depth.
- Water Tanks: 40 gallons fresh water under the bus, 40 gallons inside, 30 gallons gray water under the bus.
- Kitchen: Double sink, 5 floor cabinets, 3 hanging cabinets, 4 gas burners, propane oven, ample countertop space, excel tankless gas water heater, water filter. Both sinks have a sink cover for additional countertop space.
- Living Area: Four-person couch, removable table stored behind driver's seat, 2 additional folding chairs in storage area under the bed.
- Sleeping: Queen-size bed with down blanket, two 70-inch bunk beds, couch can be used as an additional bed.
- Storage: Under couches and beds, hanging closet, closet above master bed, bookshelf above driver's seat.
- Curtains: Throughout, blackout curtains around sleeping area.
- Toilet: Composting toilet, so no searching for sanitation dump stations anymore. The toilet is pull-out from under the bed.
- Refrigerator: a 58-quart refrigerator. The fridge is pull-out from under the bed.
- Shower: Outdoor using kitchen faucet; potential for internal installation by removing bunk beds.
- Extra couch: between bunkbeds and cabinets. If you need a little ‘me-time’.
- Inventory: Complete household inventory included (plates, cups, cutlery, pans, blankets, sheets, Italian coffee maker, milk frother etc.).
- Driver's Seat: Original with additional seating nearby.
- Roof Rack: Made from pressure-treated wood, securely fastened with rivet nuts. For star gazing, dining with a view or extra storage.
- Engine Heater: Additional heater under the engine for cold weather preheating.
The bus is ready to go and easy to customize or upgrade, for example:
- Bunk beds can be replaced by shower and toilet.
- (Rooftop) AC could be added easily
- Additional solar panels and bluetti battery.
- Additional water tanks in or under the bus.
- Mount outside shower tent for private showering.
Price: $40,000.-
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