Just in, 10 Lease-Return units! Great news for anyone looking for one or possibly more 14 passenger Micro Bird T-Series School Buses. We recently had lease-returns become available with mileage between 17,000-27,000. Whether you are looking to add a single bus or multiple buses to your fleet, we have your needs covered. Micro Bird T-Series...
As Earth Day was yesterday, and the topic of our earth and the environment are now more prevalent than ever before, there is one major topic that always gets brought up as a concern; vehicle emissions. It is estimated today that around 450,000 school buses are used every day in the United States to transport...
blogSchool BusesFebruary 8, 2019by Colorado West Equipment
Code of Conduct for Parents With Kids Riding The School Bus
Bus drivers are a huge part of our children’s everyday lives, driving our kids to school and back, keeping them safe in traffic and watching them grow. Unfortunately, they are often not given the credit they deserve. As parents, there are several ways you can show your gratitude for their patience and hard work. Besides...
With the temperatures dropping steadily, and snow and ice becoming an everyday occurrence, our habits change and adapt to the new circumstances. For our little ones the arrival of winter also means staying inside more, but also being playful and excited when snow covers the streets and sidewalks. Going to school becomes a bit more...
School BusesDecember 14, 2018by Colorado West Equipment
Tips for a Safe Ride to School
Every school year thousands of eager students look forward to getting on the familiar yellow bus. Although the school year has already started, it is always good to keep these basic tips in mind for a fun, safe and smooth ride to school. Useful tips for students 1. Get to the designated bus stop at...
Asking hard questions before making a significant investment like buying a used bus can be a bit of a challenge for many potential clients. Afraid of conflicts and intimidated by the skillful bus dealers, some buyers find it hard to make a right and informed choice and often buy on an impulse or do not...
School BusesOctober 26, 2018by Colorado West Equipment
Advantages of buying a bus
Popularly called “skoolies”, converted school buses have become an exciting trend that has been gaining traction for years. Even though living in a converted bus symbolizes freedom for many, it is not a cheap investment, especially considering their original purpose and all the alterations that need to be made to make this large vehicle actually...
blogSchool BusesOctober 12, 2018by Colorado West Equipment
3 simple tips for an easier bus conversion
Living in a converted school bus is a dream many people share because it represents freedom to travel and an independent life on the road. However, not everyone finds the courage to take the plunge and decides to dedicate their time, money and efforts necessary for a successful conversion that would make their dream a...
Converting an old bus into something new usually requires a lot of hard work and includes rust, dust, paint fumes and different safety hazards. That is why you should never start working without gearing up first from head to toe. Even a small mistake and lack of attention can cause serious injuries so prepare yourself...
blogSchool BusesSeptember 14, 2018by Colorado West Equipment
3 mistakes to avoid when buying and converting a bus
Looking back on our past experiences, there is always something we could have done better. Even now, when we have a vast database of internet knowledge right at our fingertips, we still make mistakes. Still, it’s worth taking some time to find out which are the most common ones people make when buying and converting...