I love my prevost!!!! it has been the honor of my life to finally own one. I love truck stops and buccees....everybody always wants to know who is inside!
Lovely coach! Well, at its core, it's a Prevost. Nuff said! A good friend of mine, now retired, found a lovely Prevost Country Coach. We've spent the last few years delving into doing proper maintenance on all of the systems, so he can enjoy as trouble free an experience as possible. As you see here, the Prevost is a real bus, a proper coach. I agree, once you drive a Prevost, you are officially ruined for life. The difference is not a subtle one, Prevost builds, in my opinion, the finest coach in the world. A few Little things I see here. See the nice light strips? Old age and treachery. There are a few of those incandescent bulbs that are dead. I have fabricated multiple strings of modern LED strips to replace the entire run from cockpit to the bedroom. It's a lot of work, but the new strips just squeeze into place, I made wire pigtails to connect them back in. Nice white balanced light. It may date me, but I am a grandpa, former fire captain. I love the old school. The Liberty and others, after the 90s, went to a newer "rounded" cabinet and roof look, mirrors. I don't personally care for it. I like squared edges and hand fabricated cabinetry. This is the only thing I don't like about the Liberty coaches, but I must qualify this, their workmanship is well above. The air conditioning? Yes. Cruise air. Nuff said. I absolutely HATE the quick and dirty approach of throwing overhead AC units on the roof. My buddy's Prevost has FIVE AC systems, including a big system on the port side, amidships, and an air peck in the former spare tire well behind the front bumper. These systems work brilliantly. There are two compressors fitted in the engine bay on the 8v92. There's a separate system for the cockpit, for the driver and front passenger. Everything else is electrically driven. Fantastic. When parked, standing outside the coach, you can barely hear a sound with the systems operating. In fact, unplugged, you can barely hear the midship mounted 20kW generator! This coach was unique, I don't really like slideouts, these are a conundrum. The professional coaches were made for entertainers and professionals to enjoy the ride, without having sections of the coach extended. A slideout design absolutely sucks with the slides retracted. Enjoyed every minute of your video! The outtakes made it even better.
I drove those for 10 years with passengers and you are right, they drive like a dream, great in snow, safe in a crash, and you have to go off the road to roll them, and they still hold up, but the maintenance cost would break me.
James, this was a really informative video. Your comments about squeaks and rattles plus ride quality in this 20-year-old bus really mirror the goals that Frank Konigseder talks about in their video reviews. It looks like they really do walk-the-walk. Thanks!
Beautiful coach! Amazing for its age. I bought a 1993 Newell coach and have renovated the interior. All your statements are true about a bus over a fiberglass sided class A. Great video!
That is amazing! AZ Expert should interview you! Surely the engineer of the vehicle would have some interesting insight as to how and why things were decided in the build.
My wife and I are soon to be in the market for a full time live aboard RV for us to travel for work. I was leaning towards a used Super C but after watching your videos on Prevost bus conversions I am strongly considering going this route. Thank you for your videos, they are very informative and helpful. Todd
The "Super C" is based on a International lumber wagon, and unless you get air ride suspension, they ride like a lumber wagon. You will be happy if you do not end up with a super C, except maybe the Ford F-550 based super C, as it is much lower cab height, and rides much better. Just make sure there is cargo capacity with whatever you do buy for full time use!
I'm very happy there are no air conditioners on the roof. It amazes me that to this day, even very expensive trailers and motorhomes, put them on the roof. Some manufacturers still think it's 1970. Most of these manufacturers never heard of an inverter air conditioner either.
The problem is that AC in RV's need to be serviced (or replaced) somewhat often. "Basement AC" tends to be more difficult to find someone to service and a lot more expensive. Although technically, if you are someone buying a Liberty Coach, you're able to throw money at the problem ;-)
The bloopers at the end!!! 🤣. Great job! Really enjoy your content. You sparked my falling back in love with RV life on TikTok when the pandemic first started. Thank you!!
Bravo James, another great video. You presence in front of the camera has improved a lot since the days Andrew introduced us to you. I like your transparent review of riding in a Prevost. Teaming up with Doug seems to be a good partnership.
Having watched MANY videos on Class A's, I was stunned at how much you liked this coach, especially the way it goes down the road. Your point about not having any slides to worry about & the fact that that floor plan & quality are so good, really gave me pause too. To be able to not ever worry about those slides AND still have a high quality coach ready to go are huge positives for me.
Wow!... Nice coach and nice presentation... My impression of Prevot is that they are intended for mile after mile of rolling down the interstate... Great quality and construction... Just not our style which tends more toward the "camping" side.... If you want to call a Class A diesel pusher a "camper"... Thanks for the video!...
I drove luxury coach buses for years! I would not hesitate in buying a bus chassis. Seen many bus accidents and you are right , the chassis can take way more "punishment" than a "body on frame." To my knowledge, ALL bus chassis (since the 70's) are air ride units, so the ride and suspension will be the best, as you also touched on. I would stay away from a conversion with slide outs regardless of how "well" it's built. The chassis was never designed to be modified like that regardless of what the in house coach builder "engineer" will tell you !!!
Sure enjoy your videos and the honest, straight forward approach you do things, doing it right and sharing your knowledge with us. Very nice Liberty, thank you for the tour James and Doug. Happy trails!
Hey hey there 😊 Great inspection great video 👍🏽 We are half way through our MCI 2002 conversion , n we are pumped to get her on the road . Thanks for sharing this video , my husband n I both enjoyed it . 😊
You pretty much summed up why to own a Prevost (even if over 15 to 20 years) over a new Class A “Any Other Coach”. Great video. We enjoy our H model and will for many years to come. A driver’s dream.
Our 1st coach and After 24 mos of research on class A’s , we settled on a 2013 Liberty. Very happy camper here. Very attentive, and customer centric co. Great review.
I have been watching many many conversion bus videos and love most of them but in the mix I have watched a few of your videos and I have to admit, I have really enjoyed your videos as well. Thanks for bringing us such different stories, ideas and information in your videos! I would also like to say that you have the best smile and prettiest teeth I've ever seen!!! Thanks again and Be Safe!
Every time you get on a roof and hang over the edge to check the lights and awnings and caps etc, scares the tar 😳 out of me every time! Lol Beautiful coach! ❤
Hmmm, a 2002 40ft Country Coach Intrigue with 3 slides or an '87 Liberty Prevost. Having owned a '67 MCI 5A some 20 years ago, I have some idea of how a converted bus runs. Gonna have fun making a decision -:) Thank you for your vids. I have also seen the one where you examined a really really lovely Eagle, which would be my first choice but unfortunately beyond the capabilities of my cheque book.
I've heard this often, MCI, Prevost, Eagle conversions are the ultimate coach. You proved it. This where you start looking or building. Personally, I think a slide out is essential, the space is amazing.
James, we can tell you were very excited about this coach! You were talking very loud through the first 3/4 of the video. Very nice coach! Best wishes, Kevin
Beautiful bus. It is making me consider some changes to my Prevost. I do like not having the air conditioners on the roof. Many do and I have heard good and bad both ways.. I dont know if its just me but for upgraded cabinets they seem to have a 1975 wood panel feel. Everything else was gorgeous. I do agree that slides on a 45 foot bus are not necessary and add cost and complications.
I try to give a basic overview--I'd lose a lot of people in the weeds if I get too technical. You can always contact the dealer or even google the specs
Those Prevost conversions do turn heads. Folk "gawk" at our 06 Wanderlodge too. 52K pounds floating down the road on 8 air bags do tend to calm the nerves. Just have to keep up with the maintenance and service. My favorite RV channel James. Thanks for the information you provide to the RV public.
Do you have a 380? 450 have 10 air bags? I have a 2000 LXi Wanderlodge and love the ride, safety, quiet no rattle floating down the highway effortlessly upwards to 80MPH at times
@@stuartfearn4730 450 has 8 large outboard bags. The C13 CAT is a great match for the bus but is thirsty. Shows 6.15 on the digital read out but actual mileage is 5-5.5 mpg depending on how fast you drive or use of generator. It's a great bus like the 380. Quality built units.
Thanks James. Get some rest. Really nice coach and in excellent condition. Elegant Ladies are truly Elegant. Stay Safe and keep those informative, honest videos coming
That Prevost was stunning!,...Makes sense that a bus conversion will be a smooth ride as it was made for passenger comfort!,...Are Newell's an RV or a bus conversion ?
technically they are a class A motorhome as its a custom made chassis only made to be a motorhome RV but once in that price range they are considered motor coaches too.
@@AZExpert Thanks for the info,..I'm looking at a 1998 Newell in England that was owned by Grand Prix race car drivers,..looks great in the photos but I'm sure it will need work !,..The company selling it said as much !
I love my bus and would keep it above a super C i think . The ride on 10 air bags is unmatched. I've driven 800 miles in 1 day and woke up well rested and got right back at it.
It’s hard to believe that is a conversion. It’s built so well. I want to learn more about these conversions like this. I had no idea there were companies that repurpose buses like that. I definitely would rather have one of these than a standard RV
This and other high line coaches are done from brand new, this is a bus chassis, was never a transport never had seats or anything in it except the dash and steering wheels and pedals
1st time,I’m taking a trade in tomorrow 2007 Holiday Rambler ,for a TT,Great Content,I just can’t handle the roof coverage 🤓!! that Bus is Stunning 🤠🔥🎉
The one consideration of these older units is more and more RV parks are limiting units to certain years and newer and a 2002 unit, in 2024, would not qualify for entry into more and more of the nicer corporate owned sites.
No roof AC = Huge storage under the bus.... another big benefit of the bus. I bought a four slide class A, but after owning it a while, I don't extend the slides unless there are more than two people on board. Narrow works just fine!
That bus was obviously parked inside, as it should be. A much better general sealant than silicone is a product call LEXAL, in white or clear, Ace Hardware, caulk department. Been using it for years and would never go back to silicone. BTW: I too drive a Prius, when I'm not driving my 60,000 pound boom truck, it's amazing the different attitude others have based on an extra 58,000 pounds!
Love the Prevost's on the outside but the Newells of the same era kill them on interior styling and layout every time . the Prevost's always seem so small inside !
The tractor trailer 'push n' pull' was well described but I am happy to personally report that it is not an issue on a Tiffin Allegro Bus 37ap /Cummins L9 with no tag. I love the Prevost shell!!! Do they still produce a 40 footer?
I like that you can use the whole coach whether you are driving or not. I really like it. Is there lots of basement storage? I also like all of the cold storage. You could stock up. I would add a really nice grill. Thanks for sharing.
James, great video, thank you. You mentioned: *"Doug upgraded the cabinetry w/new woodgrain veneer"* -- There are certain give-aways that this is actually vinyl (eg - 3M DiNoc or similar). Could you ask Doug if that's accurate? There's no downside to this; the vinyl can wear better and it allows for the round profiles (especially compound profiles) used in that cabinetry.
@@AZExpert - As much as I enjoy the video, I can tell you with certainty that is not veneer. Anyone that's ever done architectural finish-grade interiors, cabinetmaking, custom furniture, etc -- can tell you this definitively. Not only is it obvious by the pattern and texture, "veneer" cannot wrap edges without seams. "veneer" = real wood. *I've included time-stamps from your video, where one can see it's physically impossible to be "veneer" (over and above the finish/pattern alone):* Watch 2 seconds at: 15:38 and 15:56 16:58 watch for awhile, note 17:09 particularly. 17:44 watch for awhile, note 17:55 Sub-Zero freezer edge, and 18:08 Sub-Zero refrigerator edge. 19:54 the edge of the pocket door, 20:19 and 20:45 note the edge along the toilet. Coincidentally -- the *repeating pattern* (impossible with real-wood veneer) is a perfect match for a line of Di-Noc patterns, including FW-1278 ( example: multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/967377P/3m-di-noc-pattern-fw-1278.jpg ) Perhaps it would be a good idea to double-check with Doug's cabinetmaker/interior guys, because again -- *not veneer.* That's not an opinion, it's the simple physics of wood.
I apologize. You are correct it is a 3M product. Real wood veneer would be a poor choice in a RV. This decor choice was made to update the look of the laminate cabinetry and walls very common in bus conversions. Thanks!
@@AZExpert - The 3M Di-Noc product is a very thick, very high-quality product. Of course veneer is fine with a coach (and used almost universally on the high-end new coaches); however, I do agree that vinyl has a lot of advantages. The trick is assuring the surface is prepped very well and in this particular case, their primer is used (primarily due to the heat it will endure). Another benefit of Di-Noc are the patterns. In this case you can see the pattern looks much nicer and allows compound curves, all without any seams where the veneer would have to meet. None of these could be achieved with veneer. Surprisingly, it's not an INexpensive alternative, either. Di-Noc is very expensive due to its quality. The labor (and ability to re-use existing panels) does save money, fortunately. They did beautiful work. Hopefully you now have a new bit of information, or even keener eye to use when reviewing future remodel/refit coaches.
Great video. Was trying to find one you did on electric magnetic step. Ours deploys in n out while driving. Works great when parked. Should I replace the magnets ?!?
Thank you again. Interesting, got me thinking... I assume the maintenance costs and repairs on the chassis are high? Dependable? So does it connect like any other rv or is everything run from the engine/power plant? Thanks again.
I agree a bus conversion will always be a better vehicle than a motorhome build., because a bus is designed to do many million of miles without problems so is built the way a motorhome SHOULD BE BUILT.
Cruisers Airs are great the problem with them is they only last a few years and they’re VERY expensive to replace, around $10,000 each and they last about 3 to 4 years. he also doesn’t mention that as a 2002 it’s a non-rivet coach which means the sides could very easily fall off of it if it has not been fixed at a $70,000 price tag. Now I’ve owned four buses including a liberty Prevost, I love them the problem is you’ve got to be a millionaire to own one besides with $1000 to fill the tank and my average repair bill was $8000 and that was 10 years ago so I’m gonna say the average repair bill today is at least 10,000 bucks each time you go in. please before you decide to buy one of these think it over VERY carefully it’s a VERY expensive vehicle to own, it’s a beautiful one and you will love it but your wallet will not! Note: The only place to get it serviced properly is Nashville, Tennessee this really limits you.
That's not necessarily true about places to get it repaired, while few and far between--there are techs that work on bus conversions. It's definitely not a coach of someone on a budget, but I imagine at the cost of a large home--it's probably not being purchased by budget conscious RV'ers
@@AZExpert Actually it is true, I’ve owned 4 of them over a period of 20 years and I can tell you for a fact I’ve been to Marathon I’ve been to liberty, millennium, feather light I’ve been five or six places who build these coaches. I’ve been to Prevost themselves in Jacksonville Florida my coach sat there for three months and they never did fixed it. That did not stop them from charging me $8200. it is a fact that if you want your coach fixed correctly you’re going to go to the Nashville Tennessee. so obvious you’ve never owned one and yes people who own RVs wanna buy buses because it’s the best, the problem is they can’t afford it and they will go broke trying. The average person loses about $1,500,000 in buying one of these coaches new.
Who cover the insurance when you drive this expensive motorhomes to clients ? just a simple question no malice , just wondering - is it your own insurance or does the dealer provide you with one. That seem like a pretty cool job to drive all over the states driving many different RV , Buses , Coaches.
I love my prevost!!!! it has been the honor of my life to finally own one.
I love truck stops and buccees....everybody always wants to know who is inside!
Buccees is AMAZING!!
That's me
Prevost is beautiful !!!!!!!
Lovely coach! Well, at its core, it's a Prevost. Nuff said!
A good friend of mine, now retired, found a lovely Prevost Country Coach. We've spent the last few years delving into doing proper maintenance on all of the systems, so he can enjoy as trouble free an experience as possible. As you see here, the Prevost is a real bus, a proper coach.
I agree, once you drive a Prevost, you are officially ruined for life. The difference is not a subtle one, Prevost builds, in my opinion, the finest coach in the world.
A few Little things I see here. See the nice light strips? Old age and treachery. There are a few of those incandescent bulbs that are dead. I have fabricated multiple strings of modern LED strips to replace the entire run from cockpit to the bedroom. It's a lot of work, but the new strips just squeeze into place, I made wire pigtails to connect them back in. Nice white balanced light.
It may date me, but I am a grandpa, former fire captain. I love the old school. The Liberty and others, after the 90s, went to a newer "rounded" cabinet and roof look, mirrors. I don't personally care for it. I like squared edges and hand fabricated cabinetry. This is the only thing I don't like about the Liberty coaches, but I must qualify this, their workmanship is well above.
The air conditioning? Yes. Cruise air. Nuff said. I absolutely HATE the quick and dirty approach of throwing overhead AC units on the roof. My buddy's Prevost has FIVE AC systems, including a big system on the port side, amidships, and an air peck in the former spare tire well behind the front bumper. These systems work brilliantly. There are two compressors fitted in the engine bay on the 8v92. There's a separate system for the cockpit, for the driver and front passenger. Everything else is electrically driven. Fantastic.
When parked, standing outside the coach, you can barely hear a sound with the systems operating. In fact, unplugged, you can barely hear the midship mounted 20kW generator!
This coach was unique, I don't really like slideouts, these are a conundrum. The professional coaches were made for entertainers and professionals to enjoy the ride, without having sections of the coach extended. A slideout design absolutely sucks with the slides retracted.
Enjoyed every minute of your video! The outtakes made it even better.
Thanks for the cool story! :)
I drove those for 10 years with passengers and you are right, they drive like a dream, great in snow, safe in a crash, and you have to go off the road to roll them, and they still hold up, but the maintenance cost would break me.
James, this was a really informative video. Your comments about squeaks and rattles plus ride quality in this 20-year-old bus really mirror the goals that Frank Konigseder talks about in their video reviews. It looks like they really do walk-the-walk. Thanks!
Thanks for watching! :)
Beautiful coach! Amazing for its age. I bought a 1993 Newell coach and have renovated the interior. All your statements are true about a bus over a fiberglass sided class A. Great video!
Thanks for sharing!
I did the 3d modelling bodywork for the design and engineering department of Prevost more than 20 years ago. Fun to see it converted in motor home.
Awesome!!
That is amazing! AZ Expert should interview you! Surely the engineer of the vehicle would have some interesting insight as to how and why things were decided in the build.
My wife and I are soon to be in the market for a full time live aboard RV for us to travel for work. I was leaning towards a used Super C but after watching your videos on Prevost bus conversions I am strongly considering going this route. Thank you for your videos, they are very informative and helpful. Todd
They really are nice! The top of the line. There is no comparison to a Class C
The "Super C" is based on a International lumber wagon, and unless you get air ride suspension, they ride like a lumber wagon. You will be happy if you do not end up with a super C, except maybe the Ford F-550 based super C, as it is much lower cab height, and rides much better. Just make sure there is cargo capacity with whatever you do buy for full time use!
Buy a Prevost that is over 15 years ago and you will never look back
I'm very happy there are no air conditioners on the roof. It amazes me that to this day, even very expensive trailers and motorhomes, put them on the roof. Some manufacturers still think it's 1970. Most of these manufacturers never heard of an inverter air conditioner either.
Thanks for watching!! :)
The problem is that AC in RV's need to be serviced (or replaced) somewhat often. "Basement AC" tends to be more difficult to find someone to service and a lot more expensive. Although technically, if you are someone buying a Liberty Coach, you're able to throw money at the problem ;-)
100% ✨️
What an incredible coach and very practical floor plan. Great decor choices. And bus air… this one checks all the boxes.
Thanks for watching! :)
The bloopers at the end!!! 🤣. Great job! Really enjoy your content. You sparked my falling back in love with RV life on TikTok when the pandemic first started. Thank you!!
Awesome! Thank you!
Bravo James, another great video. You presence in front of the camera has improved a lot since the days Andrew introduced us to you. I like your transparent review of riding in a Prevost. Teaming up with Doug seems to be a good partnership.
Thanks! I try
Having watched MANY videos on Class A's, I was stunned at how much you liked this coach, especially the way it goes down the road. Your point about not having any slides to worry about & the fact that that floor plan & quality are so good, really gave me pause too. To be able to not ever worry about those slides AND still have a high quality coach ready to go are huge positives for me.
Wow!... Nice coach and nice presentation... My impression of Prevot is that they are intended for mile after mile of rolling down the interstate... Great quality and construction... Just not our style which tends more toward the "camping" side.... If you want to call a Class A diesel pusher a "camper"... Thanks for the video!...
Yes they are, Thanks for watching!! :)
I drove luxury coach buses for years! I would not hesitate in buying a bus chassis. Seen many bus accidents and you are right , the chassis can take way more "punishment" than a "body on frame." To my knowledge, ALL bus chassis (since the 70's) are air ride units, so the ride and suspension will be the best, as you also touched on. I would stay away from a conversion with slide outs regardless of how "well" it's built. The chassis was never designed to be modified like that regardless of what the in house coach builder "engineer" will tell you !!!
Thanks for watching! :)
Sure enjoy your videos and the honest, straight forward approach you do things, doing it right and sharing your knowledge with us. Very nice Liberty, thank you for the tour James and Doug. Happy trails!
Hi Phil! Thanks for watching!! :)
Hey hey there 😊
Great inspection great video 👍🏽
We are half way through our MCI 2002 conversion , n we are pumped to get her on the road . Thanks for sharing this video , my husband n I both enjoyed it . 😊
Thanks for watching! :)
You pretty much summed up why to own a Prevost (even if over 15 to 20 years) over a new Class A “Any Other Coach”. Great video. We enjoy our H model and will for many years to come. A driver’s dream.
Our 1st coach and After 24 mos of research on class A’s , we settled on a 2013 Liberty. Very happy camper here. Very attentive, and customer centric co.
Great review.
That is awesome!
I have been watching many many conversion bus videos and love most of them but in the mix I have watched a few of your videos and I have to admit, I have really enjoyed your videos as well. Thanks for bringing us such different stories, ideas and information in your videos! I would also like to say that you have the best smile and prettiest teeth I've ever seen!!! Thanks again and Be Safe!
Sweet ride ! one day I will have one, it's out of my ballpark right now. Thanks as always for sharing!
Haha me too...maybe
Every time you get on a roof and hang over the edge to check the lights and awnings and caps etc, scares the tar 😳 out of me every time! Lol
Beautiful coach! ❤
Free thrills with every video!
@@AZExpert hahaha.... love your humor😆
Hmmm, a 2002 40ft Country Coach Intrigue with 3 slides or an '87 Liberty Prevost. Having owned a '67 MCI 5A some 20 years ago, I have some idea of how a converted bus runs. Gonna have fun making a decision -:) Thank you for your vids. I have also seen the one where you examined a really really lovely Eagle, which would be my first choice but unfortunately beyond the capabilities of my cheque book.
James, Thanks for your honesty is showing how long it takes to create these You Tube Videos. Bill
Great coach. 👍 The more I see of these no slide bus conversions the more I like them.
They are pretty great
Really nice floor plan, no slides, solid build. Time to sell my house!
Thanks for watching! :)
"I told you to never call me here." Hilarious 😆 Thank you for sharing this beauty with us.
Hehehe Thanks for watching!! :)
Lol. I know right?
You are the best…thank you for being normal.
Appreciate ya.
Waving from Oregon.
You are the first RV channel that shows the roof añd explains what's going on.
I show A LOT of roofs, you will probably get sick of roofs
I've heard this often, MCI, Prevost, Eagle conversions are the ultimate coach. You proved it. This where you start looking or building. Personally, I think a slide out is essential, the space is amazing.
James, we can tell you were very excited about this coach! You were talking very loud through the first 3/4 of the video.
Very nice coach! Best wishes, Kevin
Sorry about that, LOL I was very excited
Great video and I do agree with You about the quality of a Bus vs a class A
Thanks for watching!! :)
Been eyeballing this coach. Love the woodwork. Retirement can't get here soon enough. Another great video James.
Love the outtakes! Hilarious. Great job on the overview of this beautiful coach.
I was very....very tired
Beautiful bus. It is making me consider some changes to my Prevost. I do like not having the air conditioners on the roof. Many do and I have heard good and bad both ways.. I dont know if its just me but for upgraded cabinets they seem to have a 1975 wood panel feel. Everything else was gorgeous. I do agree that slides on a 45 foot bus are not necessary and add cost and complications.
That veneer is very common in the buses
Digging these adventures James... plus we learn things!!
Thanks David!
That is super nice. Woulda liked to have details on the engine and drivetrain, but I’d much rather have that than a new motor home.
I try to give a basic overview--I'd lose a lot of people in the weeds if I get too technical. You can always contact the dealer or even google the specs
I love no slides - a great video - thank you
Thank you for the insight. I'm glad you got to enjoy driving it!
Hi Russ! Thanks for watching!! :)
Those Prevost conversions do turn heads. Folk "gawk" at our 06 Wanderlodge too. 52K pounds floating down the road on 8 air bags do tend to calm the nerves. Just have to keep up with the maintenance and service. My favorite RV channel James. Thanks for the information you provide to the RV public.
Thanks for watching! :)
Do you have a 380? 450 have 10 air bags? I have a 2000 LXi Wanderlodge and love the ride, safety, quiet no rattle floating down the highway effortlessly upwards to 80MPH at times
@@stuartfearn4730 450 has 8 large outboard bags. The C13 CAT is a great match for the bus but is thirsty. Shows 6.15 on the digital read out but actual mileage is 5-5.5 mpg depending on how fast you drive or use of generator. It's a great bus like the 380. Quality built units.
I was just watching "sixteen candles" again and thought of you. NICE
Thanks James. Get some rest. Really nice coach and in excellent condition. Elegant Ladies are truly Elegant. Stay Safe and keep those informative, honest videos coming
Thanks for watching! :)
That Prevost was stunning!,...Makes sense that a bus conversion will be a smooth ride as it was made for passenger comfort!,...Are Newell's an RV or a bus conversion ?
technically they are a class A motorhome as its a custom made chassis only made to be a motorhome RV but once in that price range they are considered motor coaches too.
@@AZExpert Thanks for the info,..I'm looking at a 1998 Newell in England that was owned by Grand Prix race car drivers,..looks great in the photos but I'm sure it will need work !,..The company selling it said as much !
I was planning to take a super class C with showhauler since it’s all metal but I will take a look at a bus conversion too!
definitely keep your options open
I love my bus and would keep it above a super C i think . The ride on 10 air bags is unmatched. I've driven 800 miles in 1 day and woke up well rested and got right back at it.
It’s hard to believe that is a conversion. It’s built so well.
I want to learn more about these conversions like this. I had no idea there were companies that repurpose buses like that. I definitely would rather have one of these than a standard RV
This and other high line coaches are done from brand new, this is a bus chassis, was never a transport never had seats or anything in it except the dash and steering wheels and pedals
20 yrs old still looks top of the line !
It really does
That’s one of the best looking roofs that you have inspected.
And that's saying something!
We know what Doug’s going to do… fly to Vegas, play a little, sleep over and drive it home to sell it. Or sell it in Vegas to a prospective buyer. 😎
I think he's already made a deal! He never rests!
1st time,I’m taking a trade in tomorrow 2007 Holiday Rambler ,for a TT,Great Content,I just can’t handle the roof coverage 🤓!! that Bus is Stunning 🤠🔥🎉
Thanks James appreciate you doing these vids for us!
Hi Brian! Thanks for watching!! :)
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Very nice James for a 2002 the phone in the washroom was kinda funny 😆
Hey, you never know when you have talk to the driver
@@AZExpert
Especially if his driving is bad and there’s no seat belt with that toilet 😬😂🤪
The one consideration of these older units is more and more RV parks are limiting units to certain years and newer and a 2002 unit, in 2024, would not qualify for entry into more and more of the nicer corporate owned sites.
No roof AC = Huge storage under the bus.... another big benefit of the bus. I bought a four slide class A, but after owning it a while, I don't extend the slides unless there are more than two people on board. Narrow works just fine!
Good PLAN!
Head and shoulders above the best of the rest!
What a luxurious bus. Travel in high style and comfort.
Looking for one of those that can sleep 5!! No Slide. Awesome Video.
Great video James, thank you so much my friend. Stay safe! Regards, Myk
Thanks Myk!
Sorry for my question but what kind of driving license I need for driving that bus ?
My first comment on your UA-cam channel 😊 I’m normally on TikTok, nice length for learning more 👍
Tiktok is a lot of fun! Welcome to the channel :)
That bus was obviously parked inside, as it should be. A much better general sealant than silicone is a product call LEXAL, in white or clear, Ace Hardware, caulk department. Been using it for years and would never go back to silicone. BTW: I too drive a Prius, when I'm not driving my 60,000 pound boom truck, it's amazing the different attitude others have based on an extra 58,000 pounds!
I can imagine you get a lot more respect than in the prius!
What a fantastic video, so informative. You do better than most.
Wow, thank you!
Love the Prevost's on the outside but the Newells of the same era kill them on interior styling and layout every time . the Prevost's always seem so small inside !
Thanks for watching
Hey my friend it looks like a brand new bus for the year it's beautiful it must have been garage kept that roof looks immaculate 🦾
Thanks for watching! :) It really is a beauty
That lighting. Most of it is working. It's a beautiful machine.
It's beautiful
The tractor trailer 'push n' pull' was well described but I am happy to personally report that it is not an issue on a Tiffin Allegro Bus 37ap /Cummins L9 with no tag. I love the Prevost shell!!! Do they still produce a 40 footer?
Another awesome & detailed video James 👍⚾️thx again . Well done .
Awesome video! That RV Park in Vegas looks like the Oasis. I love that park! A little pricey but worth it.
Thanks for watching!! :)
I really appreciated your straightforward review. If you find another bus as clean as this one don't tell anyone and let me know, lol.
I see them ALL.THE.TIME.
Good Video, Buses are king.
Thanks for watching!! :)
Beautiful RV but kind expensive but I love the pusher motor and very quiet ride ♥️♥️♥️
All of the silicon on the stuff on the roof. They was pobably having trouble finding a leak at one time and probably hit them to make sure.
Not to mention the large amount of storage in the bays.
Huge amount
Love your videos James, so informative and well presented.
Glad you like them!
I like that you can use the whole coach whether you are driving or not. I really like it. Is there lots of basement storage? I also like all of the cold storage. You could stock up. I would add a really nice grill. Thanks for sharing.
Yes and yes, LOADS of storage
James that's a nice hat you got on there.... Always enjoy your videos like always....
Gotta support your fellow youtubers!
James, great video, thank you. You mentioned: *"Doug upgraded the cabinetry w/new woodgrain veneer"* -- There are certain give-aways that this is actually vinyl (eg - 3M DiNoc or similar). Could you ask Doug if that's accurate? There's no downside to this; the vinyl can wear better and it allows for the round profiles (especially compound profiles) used in that cabinetry.
@@AZExpert - As much as I enjoy the video, I can tell you with certainty that is not veneer. Anyone that's ever done architectural finish-grade interiors, cabinetmaking, custom furniture, etc -- can tell you this definitively.
Not only is it obvious by the pattern and texture, "veneer" cannot wrap edges without seams. "veneer" = real wood.
*I've included time-stamps from your video, where one can see it's physically impossible to be "veneer" (over and above the finish/pattern alone):*
Watch 2 seconds at:
15:38 and
15:56
16:58 watch for awhile, note 17:09 particularly.
17:44 watch for awhile, note 17:55 Sub-Zero freezer edge, and 18:08 Sub-Zero refrigerator edge.
19:54 the edge of the pocket door, 20:19 and 20:45 note the edge along the toilet.
Coincidentally -- the *repeating pattern* (impossible with real-wood veneer) is a perfect match for a line of Di-Noc patterns, including FW-1278 ( example: multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/967377P/3m-di-noc-pattern-fw-1278.jpg )
Perhaps it would be a good idea to double-check with Doug's cabinetmaker/interior guys, because again -- *not veneer.* That's not an opinion, it's the simple physics of wood.
I apologize. You are correct it is a 3M product. Real wood veneer would be a poor choice in a RV. This decor choice was made to update the look of the laminate cabinetry and walls very common in bus conversions. Thanks!
@@AZExpert - The 3M Di-Noc product is a very thick, very high-quality product.
Of course veneer is fine with a coach (and used almost universally on the high-end new coaches); however, I do agree that vinyl has a lot of advantages.
The trick is assuring the surface is prepped very well and in this particular case, their primer is used (primarily due to the heat it will endure).
Another benefit of Di-Noc are the patterns. In this case you can see the pattern looks much nicer and allows compound curves, all without any seams where the veneer would have to meet. None of these could be achieved with veneer.
Surprisingly, it's not an INexpensive alternative, either. Di-Noc is very expensive due to its quality. The labor (and ability to re-use existing panels) does save money, fortunately.
They did beautiful work.
Hopefully you now have a new bit of information, or even keener eye to use when reviewing future remodel/refit coaches.
+1 for the outtakes
+10 for the comment :D
We live in Klamath falls on a golf course if it works
I happen to be from lexington and live in vegas, how neat
Great video.
Was trying to find one you did on electric magnetic step. Ours deploys in n out while driving. Works great when parked. Should I replace the magnets ?!?
Beautiful coach!
Thanks!
I love this motorhome!!!
Me too!
I enjoy the bloopers thank you
Can you talk about the problems with the trade in?
WOW !! JUST WOW !!
Right!?
I think older coach is better then traditional rv I have 1975 prevost country coach
Nice!
Top shelf coverage and ride. Lucky you
Right?? Thanks for watching! :)
I drove a semi for over 30 yrs 20 yrs at one company and would love into driving delivering RV’s awesome 😂
Excellent out Takes
The RV park at FT. Bridger is nice !
Thanks for watching!! :)
@@AZExpert you always have great videos. What do you think of the DIY mods on the AC for better airflow?
bla, Bla, BLAAAAA, .... it's a babe magnet! 🤣👍✌
It is a viable reason too...but maybe a harder selling point for some couples.
@@AZExpert HEY, .... it's the year 2000, what happens in the bus, stays in the bus! 🤣👍✌
Looks very lovely
Thanks for watching! :)
Thank you again. Interesting, got me thinking... I assume the maintenance costs and repairs on the chassis are high? Dependable? So does it connect like any other rv or is everything run from the engine/power plant? Thanks again.
I agree a bus conversion will always be a better vehicle than a motorhome build., because a bus is designed to do many million of miles without problems so is built the way a motorhome SHOULD BE BUILT.
The price would be insane
Awesome coach
Thanks for watching! :)
How do the cruise airs work when parked, camping etc? You said the cruise airs worked off the compressor on the engine. Great videos! Thanks!
Cruisers Airs are great the problem with them is they only last a few years and they’re VERY expensive to replace, around $10,000 each and they last about 3 to 4 years. he also doesn’t mention that as a 2002 it’s a non-rivet coach which means the sides could very easily fall off of it if it has not been fixed at a $70,000 price tag. Now I’ve owned four buses including a liberty Prevost, I love them the problem is you’ve got to be a millionaire to own one besides with $1000 to fill the tank and my average repair bill was $8000 and that was 10 years ago so I’m gonna say the average repair bill today is at least 10,000 bucks each time you go in. please before you decide to buy one of these think it over VERY carefully it’s a VERY expensive vehicle to own, it’s a beautiful one and you will love it but your wallet will not! Note: The only place to get it serviced properly is Nashville, Tennessee this really limits you.
That's not necessarily true about places to get it repaired, while few and far between--there are techs that work on bus conversions. It's definitely not a coach of someone on a budget, but I imagine at the cost of a large home--it's probably not being purchased by budget conscious RV'ers
@@AZExpert Actually it is true, I’ve owned 4 of them over a period of 20 years and I can tell you for a fact I’ve been to Marathon I’ve been to liberty, millennium, feather light I’ve been five or six places who build these coaches. I’ve been to Prevost themselves in Jacksonville Florida my coach sat there for three months and they never did fixed it. That did not stop them from charging me $8200. it is a fact that if you want your coach fixed correctly you’re going to go to the Nashville Tennessee. so obvious you’ve never owned one and yes people who own RVs wanna buy buses because it’s the best, the problem is they can’t afford it and they will go broke trying. The average person loses about $1,500,000 in buying one of these coaches new.
Who cover the insurance when you drive this expensive motorhomes to clients ? just a simple question no malice , just wondering - is it your own insurance or does the dealer provide you with one. That seem like a pretty cool job to drive all over the states driving many different RV , Buses , Coaches.
James, thank you for the video.
Hi Linda! Thanks for watching!! :)
What happened with the deal? Was the trade in not as they described? Just curious, that's a long drive for a deal to go south.
It's not my place to divulge any of those details as it wasn't my deal
These things just scream quality & class. Wish I could afford to own it.
LOL me too!
That was very nice. We would like to have a bus home one day. I think you deserve some rest after all that driving :))
I'm working on it