1998 Blue Bird International Solar/Propane, finished build

Self-contained skoolie for sale. Fully functional, roomy, comfortable, and ready-to-travel! Test drive, independent mechanical inspection welcome. Paperwork and records all readily available.

Current owner purchased, updated, improved, and used for the summer of 2025. Had fun and great adventures but is now off to pursue advanced degree and has (sadly) no time to give this beauty the treatment and attention it deserves.

The setup is as follows: 25-foot, 6-window 1998 BlueBird International, Chevy 3500 diesel motor; ~130k miles. Inspected and registered in Vermont as of May 2025. Currently insured in Vermont. New plates are valid. Valid VIN number confirmed and registered with VT state police. New title valid in the state of Vermont as of May 2025. Asking price is 40k.

Features: Full solar array and power system with four 100-watt Renogy panels, more panels available on request; two 100Ah 12V LiFePO4 batteries; solar charge controller;  3,000-watt inverter; DC-DC battery charger wired to alternator.

Amenities: Shower pan that fits into compartmented space (needs drain); Composting toilet included (needs venting if used inside); Propane hot water heater with portable indoor/outdoor shower; Enormous food prep surface with multiple flexible cabinets above and below; Propane fueled R/V rated indoor heater and R/V rated cooktop; Foot-pump actuated water system for sink/faucets; Gray water and freshwater tanks for sink; Two electric fridges with power access in under-counter cabinet space; Queen mattress, very comfortable with solid frame and large, flexible storage spaces below bed frame; Diner-style table and benches that convert to a long couch; Interior dividers between eating/cooking and sleeping; Multiple AC outlets; AC and DC lighting; Secure propane tank mounts (for 20 lbs. tanks) in rear of bus and under stove.

Upgrades, updates, and maintenance/mechanicals: New Air-Ride driver’s seat installed (very comfortable, very adjustable); Rearview camera installed with multiple options for viewing and using; Instrument cluster tuned, repaired, installed, and fully operational; New wipers; Drive shaft bearings inspected, replaced, greased; Checked wheel bearings, suspension, steering components; Brakes checked and serviced, including air-brake cylinders and mechanism; Brake lights replaced and wiring checked; Maintenance and servicing of rear differential; Exhaust system checked, serviced, repaired; Chassis and suspension inspected and lubricated; Locking mechanism on rear doors inspected and repaired; Transmission electrical replaced; Transmission inspected, serviced, lubed.

Needs attention: Fuel gauge reading improperly and tank unit may need servicing; Driver’s heater will take some work to get functional; Plywood (but not the metal flooring) around and under the driver’s seat is ragged, may need attention.