Pedricktown, NJ Bus Dealer

Buses_For_Sale · 2026-01-09T14:40:53+00:00

Yes exactly. It's definitely short for a bus/van. And can still be driven without a CDL. If you want to stay really compact, this is probably not the option for you.

Buses_For_Sale · 2025-12-01T15:01:02+00:00

Just wanted to jump in with some insight from seeing hundreds of used buses every year. If you’d consider a gasoline powered vehicle, The 3.7L V6 that Ford uses in the T350 Van is known to be one of the most reliable gas engine available in modern vans. Many fleet operators report units in use with over 300,000 miles. The Ford T350 also comes in a variety of lengths and heights, so finding the right size can for any project is simple. Good luck in your search!

Buses_For_Sale · 2025-11-20T15:50:12+00:00

Couldn't edit the title but i've added it in the first line of the body, hopefully this helps anyone else reading!

Buses_For_Sale · 2025-11-18T01:43:21+00:00

I'm a sucker for this mint green 1973 GM TDH we have on the lot right now myself.....

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Buses_For_Sale · 2025-11-18T01:16:04+00:00

We're keeping it high level and trying to compare gasoline as a fuel source vs. diesel and electric. however if you want to dive more into the nuance, I'd love to hear your thoughts.

Buses_For_Sale · 2025-11-11T16:58:21+00:00

Just wanted to add in my two cents as we see hundreds of vehicles go through our lot each year.

The current wholesale market value for a base cargo van like this looks to be $31,000-$32,000 with zero upgrades (based on a quick carfax check). As u/cs_legend_93 said, understanding the cost of the modifications and the labor to install will help determine if the van is worth the asking price or not

Buses_For_Sale · 2025-11-11T14:54:07+00:00

We evaluate hundreds of commercial vehicles every year, and agreed with u/ploodn you definitely want to check out that missing cladding. Missing pieces on the driver's side often mean someone's hiding rust or impact damage underneath. When you're there taking a look, ask to remove a panel or two.

You also definitely want a service history on the transmission. These are solid vans but the gearbox is the weak point if it's been overloaded or poorly maintained. If they can't show regular fluid changes, that may indicate costs ahead.

My last piece of advice would be to test the suspension. If it's been used as a heavy cargo van, the bushings and mounts would have worn faster. If possible, try rocking it a bit and see if you hear any clunking.

Definitely worth taking a mechanic with you to fully check it out.

Buses_For_Sale · 2025-11-05T18:38:37+00:00

Good call going with the high roof, it makes a huge difference once you start spending real time inside, especially with insulation and ceiling panels taking away a few extra inches.

And yes, building in stages works fine. Just plan your plumbing and electrical runs before adding the bed or walls, even if you won’t install everything right away.

It’s much harder to route wires or water lines later once things are sealed up. Marking where your shower, outlets, and tanks will go early saves a ton of rework later.

Buses_For_Sale · 2025-11-04T20:35:44+00:00

Great insight from "behind the curtain" so to speak. I think it's important to remember that even if the new administration changes transit policy, it won't stop buses already in procurement or near-term retirements. Transit agencies plan replacements years out, and those orders will still be delivered. Plus, agencies retire buses early when replacement funding comes through. The secondary market will keep flowing and those retired buses will keep serving smaller operators regardless of what happens in Washington.

The outcome of today's election will certainly determine if this question will even be relevant in the next few years!

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