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Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-25-2017, 02:35 PM
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Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
My username was c******d... I just took a look...

My username was c******d... I just took a look and the person bid ten bucks more than me at the same exact second. In the moment, I really didn't get the whole cap thing and our budget was more than...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-25-2017, 02:31 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
Heavy hearted

I'm hesitant to even admit that we didn't win!
However, I learned about this computer program that one can download which helps someone win the auction by entering a bid in the last five seconds....
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-19-2017, 07:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,082
Posted By Red Tail
Hiya! I sent you a PM

Hiya! I sent you a PM
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-19-2017, 07:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,082
Posted By Red Tail
Thanks for the suggestions! Haven't thought about...

Thanks for the suggestions! Haven't thought about looking in Mississippi and haven't looked in NC busses yet. Been crushing on public surplus and govdeals. I'll check out the links! :Thanx:
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-13-2017, 06:55 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
Thomas1985- I am actually one of those people...

Thomas1985- I am actually one of those people bidding on that exact bus! Haha bus #71.

Not sure what happened to the Thomas bus with the duct tape. The guy bought it off auction like that. Don't...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-13-2017, 04:00 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
You're right. Thanks so much for the links!...

You're right.
Thanks so much for the links! Super helpful.

My initial thought was to buy an older buss. My partner is relatively mechanically inclined. Haven't found anything older than 1998...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-13-2017, 03:34 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
https://www.govdeals.com/index.cfm?fa=Main.Item&it...

https://www.govdeals.com/index.cfm?fa=Main.Item&itemid=383&acctid=3102

Just an example.
The bidding price of $8510. Seems pretty steep. Right?
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-13-2017, 03:32 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
Meh, maybe its just the location where we're...

Meh, maybe its just the location where we're looking in.
Trying to find a TN bus!
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-13-2017, 03:25 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
I'm looking and bidding on a bus on govdeals ...

I'm looking and bidding on a bus on govdeals
Haven't checked out public surplus.

The reason why I asked the question was because the govdeals bidding prices are way more expensive than I thought...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-13-2017, 03:11 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
Also, I know that every bus is different and...

Also, I know that every bus is different and auctions are all different.
But can one truly find a good bus off auction for $2,000??
I've read lots of different stories where this is the case.
How...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-13-2017, 03:00 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,455
Posted By Red Tail
You can do it!! Loved reading this post. So...

You can do it!!
Loved reading this post. So happy for you! Can't wait to see the progress!
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-13-2017, 02:56 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
Another Blue Bird

Not too sure what Gremlins is.
Yes, it's in TN. It was just moved and parked in taller grass.
County busses. Looked through them all.
This is one of our picks.
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-13-2017, 02:29 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
What do you think?

How do you guys feel about the looks of this engine??
(Totally different bus. Obviously)
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-13-2017, 12:24 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
Yea, probs not.

Christopher - thanks for taking the time to write that.
Totally makes sense, will take your advice on that.

Not sure about our time line yet. Still need a bus!

Also, not really into the limo...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-13-2017, 10:30 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
Another option... Maybe.

EastCoast- good advice.
We'll see what's to come of it.

Until then, what do ya'll think of this thing??

https://www.copart.com/lot/35832627/
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-11-2017, 08:11 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
Engine

Picture of the engine on the bus #1 that we liked.
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-11-2017, 08:07 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
Decided no go on CAT

The guy wasn't really willing to go down on the price.
Felt a little sketchy because of his story about buying it for his daughter to travel and then quickly selling it. Felt like something was...
Forum: Forum Admin | Account Help | Suggestion Box 08-10-2017, 07:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,961
Posted By Red Tail
Bansil and Janet H, Thanks for the info! Send...

Bansil and Janet H,
Thanks for the info! Send message to contact us page.
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-08-2017, 11:25 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
Would love some advice regarding CAT engine

What do you think about this bus??

72 passenger Thomas School Bus - $4,500 in Cookeville TN - LSN (https://www.lsn.com/commercial-vehicles/72-passenger-thomas-school-bus/5463525.html)

I've read...
Forum: Forum Admin | Account Help | Suggestion Box 08-08-2017, 10:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,961
Posted By Red Tail
Hi, I tried to PM you about username change but...

Hi, I tried to PM you about username change but it says your box is too full.
Anyway you could help me? Thanks
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-07-2017, 03:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,082
Posted By Red Tail
Shucks

Hahaha thank you for that.
That made my day.
Obviously a newbie.
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-07-2017, 10:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,082
Posted By Red Tail
Hey, Just wanted to shoot you a message to make...

Hey,
Just wanted to shoot you a message to make a connection with a fellow TN person that's also looking for a bus! Maybe we use each other as a resource and talk about different busses in the area,...
Forum: New Member Intros - Say Hello! 08-06-2017, 08:03 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,713
Posted By Red Tail
New to Skoolie and seeking advice!

Hey Skoolies,
I've been stalking this website for months and have finally decided to become a member. Mostly because our dream of finally buying the bus is becoming a reality! My partner and I have...
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