2003 Chevy Express 3500 Off-Grid Mini Skoolie

In it’s previous life this bus was a part of a school district fleet in northern Arizona, driving about a 3-4 mile loop 2x each day during the school year which has kept the odometer way down for it’s age.

All the work was done by my dad and me & I’m more than happy to answer any questions you might have.

Regular gas, 6.0L engine. When looking for parts or work on it, it’s a Chevy Express 3500. It’s titled, registered, and insured as an RV in Arizona. The engine was never rebuilt and runs great, has no leaks, and has been serviced regularly! Oil & fluids monitored and serviced meticulously. Starts up & runs amazingly, 31 gallon fuel tank.

This self-converted Skoolie was built to be fully off grid with all the comforts that you’d associate with home, including an electrical system (12V & 115V) that can run entirely off Solar energy (though also shore power capable), full plumbing with 30 gallons of fresh water and 25 gallons of gray water, a hot and cold water sink and shower, as well as a full-size bed, a 9000 BTU mini-split, a kitchenette, & plenty of storage throughout.

This skoolie is the absolute perfect size! More than enough room inside & you’ll still be able to fit in a standard parking spot, which makes maneuvering around cities when you need to much easier. She isn’t without little quirks, but all in all this is a super solid build.

All appliances listed are included in sale.

I could go on and on and oooooon about all the details of this build, but I tried to narrow it down! More details on any of the specs are available if you have any questions.

Sale price: 46,000 OBO

2003 Chevy Express 3500 Bus Dually 39,200 miles MPG 9-13 6L V8 engine

Measurements: Length: 22′ Height: 9.5′ Width: 9′

-Retro 3.1 cubic feet mini fridge w/ top freezer

-H&C plumbing

-Copper hand-hammered sink

-Pull down faucet w/ 2 spray settings

-Butcher block counter with plenty of room for food prep & works perfectly with a portable camp stove.

-Nature’s Head self-contained composting toilet (Which means no dealing with a black tank!!)

-Adjustable shelving

-H&C shower

-32”x32” shower pan

-High-pressure water-saving shower head w/ filter

-Extra long shower hose, able to reach outside to have outdoor showers when you need to rinse you or your pets off after your adventures!

-Full size memory foam mattress

-Della 9000 BTU mini split – installed & tested by licensed HVAC professionals. 20 SEER Rating, 12 EER Rating.

-Headboard w/ overhead storage & bookshelf.

-Mattress lifts for under bed storage

-Built in laundry shoot.

-2000W Peak 6000W Pure Sine Wave Inverter Charger

-2 195W High Efficiency Monocrystalline Solar Panels (roof mounted, w/ 4 year protection plan [3+ years left])

-30A shore power inlet

-30A shore power marinco cordset w/ 115V adaptor

-4 ML100

-12 12V 100AH SLA Batteries

-Renogy 500A Battery Monitor

-Renogy Rover 40 Amp MPPT Solar Charge Controller

-Brand new Double Din Stereo! Bluetooth compatible w/ Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 7” touch screen, & AM/FM. This system came with a back-up camera that I never installed, but it does come with the bus so it’s available for you if you want it

-Flex Seal liquid rubber layer

-1 ½” foam board insulation

-½” inch plywood subflooring

-Eco ultra premium underlayment: sound absorbing, mold resistant, moisture resistant, & antimicrobial.

-Water & scratch resistant hardwood flooring that can handle everything life is going to throw at it!

-14” 12V roof vent fan, 2 direction, 6-speed, auto temperature, rain sensor, remote controller.

-12V & 115V electrical wiring throughout the entire interior.

-12V recessed LED ceiling lights.

-Large fold-up table on collapsible 90 degree hinges, 132lb max load.

-Original ceiling, walls, & flooring removed & replaced.

-Brand new insulation in floors, walls, & ceiling (combination of 1” foam board & spray foam insulation).

-¾ inch furring strips installed in the ceiling, walls, & floor to insulate & prevent thermal bridging.

-Interior window screens for each working window to help keep the bugs out and a nice breeze in!

-6’+ couch w/ 4” memory foam cushions.

-Garage w/ plenty of storage, exterior access through rear exit door or interior access through underbed cabinet. Stores water pump, water heater, spare tire, tools, & still has plenty of extra storage space!

-Custom built-in room for your 4 legged friends. My 75-pound dog fits comfortably with his bed & all his favorite toys – with room to spare!

-Both rear emergency exits lock from the inside.

-Touch-pad keyless entry in front door, though there is a traditional key if you’d prefer.

-Custom fit front door made from house door.

-4 coats of Henry’s Tropicool on the roof.

-9000 BTU Mini-Split compressor mounted above rear exit door.

-Fresh & grey water tanks are both undermounted.

-390W solar roof-mounted.

-Both the rear & side emergency exit doors are functional. Perfect for watching a sunrise or sunset from the comfort of your bed!

-Roof access through the ceiling emergency hatch.

This conversion was an absolute labor of love & I’m heartbroken to see Beatrice go, but I know that she will be the absolute perfect fit for another adventurer! If you have any questions about the build or any parts included, please don’t hesitate to reach out.