Where is the best place to shop?

[jjackso4]

Hi,

I am new to the network here.

I am new to the game and I am trying to find out where the best place to look for a bus is. I live in Oregon, and I have been reviewing craiglist and cannot quite find what I want for the price I want.

Do I just need to be persistent and attentive to get a good deal on something? Or are there other outlets? Should I extend my search area for outside the state?

I am looking for a good deal on a shorty with a diesel.

Thanks,
Jacob

PS lots of posts on here so if anyone knows of any previous posts that may help please respond with the link.

[PNW_Steve]

Welcome,

Take a look at:

Public Surplus: Government Surplus Auctions
www.govdeals.com

Lots of good buses come out of Oregon. I bought my Bluebird from the Oregon State surplus at auction on govdeals.

Good luck.

[Rusty]

Also, look here on our classifieds- People's situation changes and sometimes bus will have much time invested, but need to get sold quick.

Read you past sales to get idea of the comps. Have fun- go test drive a few.

Tell us more about what you are looking for and why.

[Twigg]

Adding to the list:

purplewave.com
422sales.com

[cadillackid]

for texas busses you can often find them on http://www.onlinepros.com

-Christopher

[jjackso4]

Hi Rusty,

So, I am looking for a short bus for my girlfriend and I, diesel, something close to 20-25ft. Short term goal would be to find a good deal for a bus, move in to it, pay less for living, live minimally, and have fun learning to convert the bus. Long term, I hope to save up some money and maybe buy property and use what I learn in the bus conversion process to plan/build a tiny home and keep the bus as an adventure RV.

The bus would essentially be a trial in minimalist lifestyle, a chance to live in small space, and a great opportunity to have an adventure.

[jjackso4]

How are these specs?

1991 International/Thomas 41-Passenger School Bus:

DT 360 Diesel V8 Engine, MT643 Allison Automatic Transmission, 4 Wheel Hydraulic Brakes, 4/2012 new Alternator & Batteries, 1/2013 New Starter, 2/2013 New Booster Pump, New 10:22.5 Tires.

Back up bus for school district.

I don't know a whole lot about engines or transmissions...how many miles could you put on this thing?

[Rusty]

Originally Posted by jjackso4

Hi Rusty,

So, I am looking for a short bus for my girlfriend and I, diesel, something close to 20-25ft. Short term goal would be to find a good deal for a bus, move in to it, pay less for living, live minimally, and have fun learning to convert the bus. Long term, I hope to save up some money and maybe buy property and use what I learn in the bus conversion process to plan/build a tiny home and keep the bus as an adventure RV.

The bus would essentially be a trial in minimalist lifestyle, a chance to live in small space, and a great opportunity to have an adventure.

It sounds like your thinking is miles ahead of most of your peers. Your plan has some initial sacrifices, but ultimately will produce a greater outcome.

Tell us more about where you live in the World and your plan for making a living while building your mobile American Dream.

Do you have the most important component of Skooliedom? A spot to park/work on the bus? Family or boss or someone might have a space.

What's your time frame and budget? What is your and her skillsets as maybe you would be better off finding partial project?

I wish I had done something similar when younger.