Project bus-potential?

[grantgoold]

Found this project bus that someone might consider. Sure you could pick it up for cheap?

http://www.sandersauto.com/auction/22926531-1996-MOTOR-COACH-MND-INC-BUS

[belfert]

The damage must be worse than it looks if the repair cost is really $70,000.  I noticed that most of the belts on the engine are missing.

[Oonrahnjay]

The damage must be worse than it looks if the repair cost is really $70,000.  I noticed that most of the belts on the engine are missing.

    My thoughts exactly.  I would want to personally inspect the damage (and take a competent bus mechanic with me) before I bid on that bus.  Things that "don't add up" usually don't add up.

[pipopak]

The damage must be worse than it looks if the repair cost is really $70,000.  I noticed that most of the belts on the engine are missing.

Assume the engine a total loss, add replacement labor, allow about 30% more extra. Add shipping costs (either bus your way or parts towards the bus). Subs-tract this amount from a similar one in reasonable condition and you MAY have an idea of how much to bid. Don't get too surprised if it sells at less than scrap value.