Now that we’re nearing camping season, wouldn’t it be nice to own a big bus that you could fit your entire family and hit the open road for a summer adventure? Sure, you can look at an already decked out RV, or you can go retro and buy a used school bus. With a little imagination, you can easily convert a school bus into a luxury family camper.
Converting a school bus into a camper
There’s something charming about the style of a school bus. Plus, school buses are built to be the safest vehicles on the road, so as far as safety is concerned, you know your whole family is going to be traveling safely. Now all you have to do is think about the style of the school bus that is right for you and your family. Once you’ve decided on the style, engine placement, and type of engine, you can convert the school bus into a fun family camper that meets all of your requirements regarding function and style.
Style of school buses
The first thing to consider is the size of the bus. Depending on the size of your family, you’ll be able to choose from school buses that can carry up to 90 passengers, as well as smaller school buses for smaller families. Of course, you’re going to be gutting the inside of the bus to allow for more comfortable and spacious seating and sleeping arrangements on longer trips. So, even though you won’t be traveling in groups of 90, you may still want the largest bus, depending on the amenities you plan on putting in the new family school bus camper.
Front or rear engine buses
Most Blue Bird school buses come with a front or a rear engine. The front engine will give you more room inside the bus, but it is a bit loud. If the noise is too great for you, look at a rear engined bus. However, the rear engined bus takes up a bit of your storage space for luggage, games, and camping gear.
Diesel or propane-powered school buses
A new or used school bus isn’t cheap, nor is converting it to a personal camper. However, by getting an alternative fueled school bus, like propane, you’ll be able to save a bundle over time both in operational costs and service costs. Plus, if you’re off to explore the natural wonders of our country, don’t you want to be driving in a vehicle that isn’t suffocating nature in the process? Whatever vehicle you buy, make it as green as possible.
CoWest new and used school buses
We have new and used Blue Bird buses for sale in Colorado and Nebraska. All of our buses are best in class. Plus, should you ever need repairs, we’ve got the largest parts inventory in the business. When your bus needs to be serviced, we can guide you towards our preferred Blue Bird service locations.
Talk to a representative about our selection of Blue Bird buses.