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Are either of these conversions good options??

Hi all! I am looking for a bus to live in full time, and I was originally looking to do a conversion myself, but at this point in my life I do not have the time. I'm a college student who has the savings to buy a converted bus for no more than 35k usd. My only "must haves" are a shower, toilet, fridge, and sink (besides the normal bed, etc.) I know very little about the specifics of everything, so as I learn, I thought I would ask for your thoughts on two conversions I am considering buying.

  1. 2013 Ford ecoline ($35k) First 12 pics

- Listing description: "Off-Grid Off Roading Converted Bus — Titled as Mobile Home at 194000 miles goes for(400k–500k miles)

Fully converted V8 bus owned since 11/02/24. Runs great with zero mechanical issues and is completely off-grid/Off-roading ready

🔋 Electrical & Power

• 850W solar system — tested and working excellently

• 400amp hr battery bank — 2 days worth of power excess

• 2000W pure sine inverter(4000W peak)

• Retractable extension cord for shore power charging

🔥 Heat & Water

• Diesel heater— heats very well

• 20-gallon fresh water tank + additional 5-gallon jug stored in cabinet

• Water lines and tank weather-proofed with heat pads(no freeze risk)

•AC works off-grid

🏡 Interior

• Solid wood construction

• Ample storage — under-bed and built-ins

• Full bed ventilation with space for blankets

• Waterproof flooring and tile in shower and entry

• Sky mural windows

🍽 Appliances

• 700W microwave

• 45W camping refrigerator

• Water heater with shower

• Flush camping toilet

• Projector"

  1. 1990 Bluebird bus (28.5k) Pics 13-19

- Listing description: "1990 Blue Bird Skoolie Conversion / Tiny Home on Wheels

After many beautiful years, I’m finally ready to pass my beloved “Ohana Bus” on to its next steward.

This is a handcrafted skoolie conversion built from a 1990 Blue Bird bus originally purchased directly from a school district in 2017. At the time of purchase, it had:

• rebuilt engine

• new transmission

• new tires

Highlights:

•DT466 engine

• Allison transmission

• NO roof leaks ever

•Professionally painted

• Solar setup installed (2 RENOGY solar-flex)

• Shore power hookup

• Gel battery system ( 2 RENOGY)

• Propane On-demand hot water heater

• Marine-grade propane tanks (2)

• Refrigerators (1 compact and 1 is 12 volt)

• Sink + plumbing setup

•Shower and Bath-tub (stays hot!)

•Brand new Separatte dry-composting toilet

Best on the market!

• 2 Roof hatches/access points

•Side & Back doors open/functional

• Lots of storage

• Clean title in hand

-I did not install water tanks, but you can. "

Do either of these seem like good options? Is there anything I should be concerned about? I will also do my own research on each, but I want to hear from the experts! Thank you!

u/Cute_Swordfish8961 — 15 days ago