2016 Ford "Turtle Shuttle" - Toured the Forests of America

Meet The Turtle Shuttle — a beautifully converted 2016 Ford E-450 shuttle bus with a warm, handcrafted wooden interior. This 24 ft build was designed for comfort and long-term livability. Whether you’re dreaming of road-tripping, full-time tiny living, or launching your own mobile business, this bus is fully ready for the next chapter.

Simply built free of all normal RV maintenance. 6 brand new tires. Front and back trailer hitch for bike rack. Bosch 4 gal. Water heater. Shower. Bunk beds. Jackknife couch with 2 seatbelts converts to bed. 12k btu mini split A/C heater. D/C and A/C TV. Fridge. Predator 3500 quiet generator. Lots of cedar wood smells amazing. Laid new 3/4 inch sealed PT flooring insulation and waterproof flooring. Porta toilet for easy dumping. Ready for someone to enjoy

This is being sold as a business, and you can learn more about it (and see the story of the build) at my website:
👉 www.thewildcypress.com/turtleshuttle

Features & Amenities

✔ Comfortable sleeping + lounging:

• Twin bed
• Pull-out couch
• Spacious interior layout with good standing room
• On-board shower for full self-sufficiency

✔ Fully functional kitchen + storage:

• Refrigerator that runs on DC (Lithium Renogy Battery)
• Ample wooden cabinetry and storage throughout
• Beautiful wood flooring and warm interior finish

✔ Off-grid power:

• Renogy Lithium battery system (No solar system here, but you can add)
• Designed to support refrigerator + basic loads

✔ Manuals & Documentation:

I have all manuals, warranties, build info, and operational documentation to make ownership easy and stress-free.

Condition

Bought as newly converted in 2022, this shuttle has been well maintained and built with care. It has lived most of its life in Florida and is mechanically sound with mileage well below the typical lifespan of an E-450. Engines of this type regularly reach 250k–350k miles with proper maintenance. VIN available upon request for serious buyers.

Everything essential for travel or living works great. The interior feels homey, clean, and inviting. Willing to sell some of my “shuttle” gear as part of the package.

Why I’m Selling

After years of traveling and creating memorable experiences with this bus, I’ve found my next calling in homesteading and building a nature retreat center. The journey has been beautiful and fulfilling, and now it’s time for the Turtle Shuttle to bring joy and freedom to its next traveler.

Buyer Perks

🌴 $200 discount if purchased before January 5th, 2025
✈ Out-of-state buyer friendly: Fly into JAX/Orlando (MCO) and I will deliver the bus there for easy pickup with a $500 deposit.
🧾 Comes with every manual, guide, and documentation — something rare and highly valuable for converted buses.
📦 Ready immediately for travel, living, or as a business asset.

Listed in Outdoorsy and RV Share – in case you want to rent it out when you’re not traveling. I have all the instructions, checklists, and description for this.

Location

The bus is currently in Melrose, Florida (near Gainesville), but I can deliver for serious buyers.