After carefully researching your options, buying a used bus, converting it into a full-fledged mobile home, it is entirely reasonable that you want to protect your investment. To feel completely safe while using your converted school bus, consider getting insurance for your vehicle. Although it sounds simple enough, you might run into some difficulties since the bus needs to comply with specific requirements.
Basic requirements you will need to fulfill to get insured
- You have to live in a state that allows school bus insurance coverage.
- Your driving record has to be spotless. Otherwise, you might need to pay more for your insurance policy which will be much harder to attain.
- Your bus needs to have a title as a motorhome.
- You will need to have the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of your bus.
- Your bus needs to meet all the standards of the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
- You need a certificate proving that you had the seats, the flashing lights, and the sign on the bus removed. And that your bus has an independent source of water and power, a sleeping area, and a toilet.
Where can you get the insurance for your converted school bus?
Before deciding on an insurance company offer, shop around and research a bit for the best deals and customer reviews of different companies. Don’t forget to check with your current insurance provider if they can offer you a discount or give you a special deal which might save you money. Local companies are always eager to keep their existing clients from choosing the competition, which can be in your favor.
If you have questions about how to choose the perfect bus for your business, family, community or school, contact Colorado/West Equipment, Inc for help. Browse our online store for an exclusive selection of used buses that will be perfect for your conversion!