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Offline ros

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I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« on: November 11, 2014, 07:59:36 PM »
I am whipped from looking for a bus.  No, I didn't say that I am giving up.  Never that!

However, I have had many bus deals fall through for one reason or another.

The last one, the bus that was to be MY BUS and had everything that I wanted and could barely afford, fell through when the owner found out how much I wanted his bus so he reneged on a tacit gentleman's agreement and upped the price by several thousand dollars to where I could no longer afford it.  That is why I love dogs and have trouble liking some people.

So, while I whine and moan, I am still looking for a bus such as a 4905 or close with the following:

At least two rooftop a/cs.
8V71 or 8V92 in great condition.
Automatic transmission.
Good tires.
Lots of baggage bay storage.
Naturally, I want it converted.
A diesel generator or gasoline that I could take out to exchange for a diesel genny that I have.
Cooking facilities.
Shower and/or bathtub.
Refrigerator.
Rear bedroom.
Power steering.
Just like the one that went up on price, I am willing to travel in order to buy the RIGHT one.

Thank you.

Ros

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Re: I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« Reply #2 on: November 12, 2014, 05:59:56 AM »
chessie4905, thanks for this link, I have been looking at buses for an hour now.  Very interesting, some buses $$$ but thanks again for posting.
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Re: I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« Reply #3 on: November 12, 2014, 06:22:00 AM »
Hi Ros, what's your price range, what brand bus, what state of conversion, what distance are you willing to travel (remember there and back), the 4 whats ... give us what for, before we could help you. By the way, big difference between 8V71 and 8V92, most start out with a smaller engine,  get bigger or repower, then some go for better milage. Good luck in your search, lvmci...
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Re: I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« Reply #4 on: November 12, 2014, 02:38:20 PM »
Thanks, Chessie.

I looked at that link but I will look some more.

Ros

http://www.bargainbusnews.com/search.php

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Re: I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« Reply #5 on: November 12, 2014, 02:43:53 PM »
Price range is under 20k.

I prefer 4905 but  am open to any brand.
The state of conversion is open due to varying prices but close to complete.
I will go anywhere for the right deal.
Yes, I know there is a big difference in the 8V71 VS 8V92. 

Nothing is set in stone.

Thanks.

Ros

Hi Ros, what's your price range, what brand bus, what state of conversion, what distance are you willing to travel (remember there and back), the 4 whats ... give us what for, before we could help you. By the way, big difference between 8V71 and 8V92, most start out with a smaller engine,  get bigger or repower, then some go for better milage. Good luck in your search, lvmci...

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Re: I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« Reply #6 on: November 12, 2014, 03:58:15 PM »
Have yas tried here. There is a drop down list to change the makes. ;D

http://www.sellabus.com/gm.html
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Re: I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« Reply #7 on: November 12, 2014, 04:18:10 PM »
Ros I have a 1977 4905a that was converted in 1995. It is available. I have it advertised on RVT and RV trader. I'm in Lakeland Fl. I know you want one for 20k. I have over 56k in mine and want a lot less. on RV trader it is listed as a 1977 GMC bus conversion. Lakeland Fl. On RVT it is listed as a 1977 GMC 4905a. Take a look. Thanks. David.

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Re: I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« Reply #8 on: November 12, 2014, 04:45:40 PM »
There is a 4104 that has been listed for a while so you can probably talk him down quite a bit.  http://lakeland.craigslist.org/rvd/4749587035.html

This one probably hasn't been converted but cheap.  http://ocala.craigslist.org/cto/4758064725.html
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Re: I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« Reply #9 on: November 12, 2014, 05:34:34 PM »
We are going to advertise our bus for sale at the arcadia rally and over the next several months see if anyone is interested. But it's an MCI and it isn't a pro conversion by any stretch.


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Re: I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« Reply #10 on: November 12, 2014, 08:02:35 PM »
We have a nice 4104 with a 8v-71 auto tranny under twenty thousand. Tried to email you but its not working. If your interested we have pictures we can send. Call me at 26 zero - 2 two 9 - 11 two zero. Ron4104

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Re: I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« Reply #11 on: November 12, 2014, 09:04:32 PM »
Where do you live? I know you said you will travel any distance, but might help us help you find one.
Scott 
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Re: I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« Reply #12 on: November 12, 2014, 09:39:20 PM »
Ros is in mid central Texas... ;D
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Re: I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« Reply #13 on: November 13, 2014, 01:34:19 PM »
1970 Gmc 4905< Walnut conversion!!!!  Conversion done by Caylor supply !!!! 1.603.498.4234 text in ok    Or johnjem84@yahoo.com,I can get in touch with one that is going up for sale!!
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Re: I want a bus and I want it now.....just like the kids.
« Reply #14 on: November 13, 2014, 01:40:31 PM »
Wonder if he knows the 4905 is a 24 volt bus ? those starters are fun to find being a left handed 24v starter
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