More Reasons to Buy a Bus Instead of a RV

I apologize, this week long journey has really made editing difficult. After delivering the 2019 Jayco Greyhawk to Doug Sewell in Kentucky he asked if maybe I'd like to take a luxury 2002 Elegant Lady Liberty XL2 Prevost across country on a test drive and inspect a possible trade in for him. So, before he could change his mind, I canceled my flight and loaded up the Liberty to head to Wyoming. Unfortunately, neither party could agree on the sale so I got to travel a bit further to Las Vegas and live the dream a day longer. I did my best to capture some moments safely and give some more reasons to buy a Bus Conversion over a production RV and put a tour together while the world was trying to stop me every time I started. So I hope you can enjoy the video and forgive the rushed and un-polished nature of it.
Thanks for watching!
Contact Doug Sewell: sewellmotorcoach.com
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[@gruponemesis]

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!

[@AZExpert]

Buccees is AMAZING!!

[@robertborchert932]

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.

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for the cool story! :)

[@BusNit]

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!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for sharing!

[@ATLchadster]

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!!

[@AZExpert]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@kevinbarry71]

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.

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching!! :)

[@InspiredScience]

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 ;-)

[@jay0726]

100% ✨️

[@rberg135]

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.

[@AZExpert]

Awesome!!

[@1Seriouslyserious]

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.

[@TinyHouseHomestead]

bla, Bla, BLAAAAA, .... it's a babe magnet! 🤣👍✌

[@AZExpert]

It is a viable reason too...but maybe a harder selling point for some couples.

[@TinyHouseHomestead]

@@AZExpert HEY, .... it's the year 2000, what happens in the bus, stays in the bus! 🤣👍✌

[@georgec4917]

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.

[@duncanjames914]

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!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@imike0367]

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.

[@cyclingfan2010]

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

[@AZExpert]

They really are nice! The top of the line. There is no comparison to a Class C

[@Kangenpower7]

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!

[@imike0367]

Buy a Prevost that is over 15 years ago and you will never look back

[@lukewaelderfuninthesun8310]

I enjoy the bloopers thank you

[@anotherjoe5675]

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!...

[@AZExpert]

Yes they are, Thanks for watching!! :)

[@rhondahughes285]

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! ❤

[@AZExpert]

Free thrills with every video!

[@rhondahughes285]

@@AZExpert hahaha.... love your humor😆

[@gtfg3800]

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.

[@Leo-DaGreek]

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 🤠🔥🎉

[@MrTheBigNoze]

What an incredible coach and very practical floor plan. Great decor choices. And bus air… this one checks all the boxes.

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@3_Klos1122]

Love your RVing with Andrew Steele hat. Mad respect

[@AZExpert]

Thank you!!

[@lobowynnTV]

I drove a semi for over 30 yrs 20 yrs at one company and would love into driving delivering RV’s awesome 😂

[@rejeanpaquet4375]

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.

[@AZExpert]

Thanks! I try

[@starglaxner3524]

"I told you to never call me here." Hilarious 😆 Thank you for sharing this beauty with us.

[@AZExpert]

Hehehe Thanks for watching!! :)

[@drewd1726]

Lol. I know right? You are the best…thank you for being normal. Appreciate ya. Waving from Oregon.

[@donsandlin8094]

I was just watching "sixteen candles" again and thought of you. NICE

[@debbieellis3425]

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!

[@philw7174]

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!

[@AZExpert]

Hi Phil! Thanks for watching!! :)

[@magooracing]

Really nice floor plan, no slides, solid build. Time to sell my house!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@hectorperez7655]

Great video and I do agree with You about the quality of a Bus vs a class A

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching!! :)

[@davemeyen650]

Been eyeballing this coach. Love the woodwork. Retirement can't get here soon enough. Another great video James.

[@garymoore8711]

You are the first RV channel that shows the roof añd explains what's going on.

[@AZExpert]

I show A LOT of roofs, you will probably get sick of roofs

[@russthompson7994]

Thank you for the insight. I'm glad you got to enjoy driving it!

[@AZExpert]

Hi Russ! Thanks for watching!! :)

[@billpogue3895]

James, Thanks for your honesty is showing how long it takes to create these You Tube Videos. Bill

[@rickhodges1731]

Great coach. 👍 The more I see of these no slide bus conversions the more I like them.

[@AZExpert]

They are pretty great

[@HOPEbus]

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 . 😊

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@hillbillyrver357]

Sweet ride ! one day I will have one, it's out of my ballpark right now. Thanks as always for sharing!

[@AZExpert]

Haha me too...maybe

[@wallygator1254]

Love your videos James, so informative and well presented.

[@AZExpert]

Glad you like them!

[@mferrarorace]

Thanks James appreciate you doing these vids for us!

[@AZExpert]

Hi Brian! Thanks for watching!! :)

[@catalinstoica6919]

TREBUIE COSITORITA CU ARAMA ACOLO DEASUPRA PAVILIONULUI UNDE SA FACUT MODIFICARI .

[@iglapsu88]

Love the outtakes! Hilarious. Great job on the overview of this beautiful coach.

[@AZExpert]

I was very....very tired

[@DavidHBurkart]

Digging these adventures James... plus we learn things!!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks David!

[@bobmariano3731]

Another awesome & detailed video James 👍⚾️thx again . Well done .

[@MoonlightingJames]

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.

[@kenc2257]

What a luxurious bus. Travel in high style and comfort.

[@jstans78utube]

I love no slides - a great video - thank you

[@mikek5633]

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 !!!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@mykgrauss9872]

Great video James, thank you so much my friend. Stay safe! Regards, Myk

[@AZExpert]

Thanks Myk!

[@qwiklok]

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.

[@sillygosling351]

I happen to be from lexington and live in vegas, how neat

[@frankdamelio1664]

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.

[@AZExpert]

That is awesome!

[@MaryWehmeier]

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. 😎

[@AZExpert]

I think he's already made a deal! He never rests!

[@JohnnyQuest1960]

20 yrs old still looks top of the line !

[@AZExpert]

It really does

[@coreymerritt7742]

Very nice James for a 2002 the phone in the washroom was kinda funny 😆

[@AZExpert]

Hey, you never know when you have talk to the driver

[@cjhoward409]

@@AZExpert Especially if his driving is bad and there’s no seat belt with that toilet 😬😂🤪

[@LayloNewt]

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

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@BuckJones1909]

Head and shoulders above the best of the rest!

[@Technocrat.]

Stop Smiling. 😂 Lol bad enough were watching you having time of your life, but do you have to really enjoy it lol. Kidding of course,, 😅 Always a pleasure to watch your videos even though it was from 10 months ago.😊

[@Technocrat.]

Wonder if a Transit bus, double decker style is a good buy, to convert to RV, the engine they use are very fuel efficient.

[@JimmyShawsTidbits1]

Awesome video! That RV Park in Vegas looks like the Oasis. I love that park! A little pricey but worth it.

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching!! :)

[@707SonomaComa]

What a fantastic video, so informative. You do better than most.

[@AZExpert]

Wow, thank you!

[@eduardohausser1042]

Beautiful RV but kind expensive but I love the pusher motor and very quiet ride ♥️♥️♥️

[@Brian-os9qj]

Top shelf coverage and ride. Lucky you

[@AZExpert]

Right?? Thanks for watching! :)

[@carlosfernandes-qu8gg]

Looking for one of those that can sleep 5!! No Slide. Awesome Video.

[@lindanadaud9698]

James, thank you for the video.

[@AZExpert]

Hi Linda! Thanks for watching!! :)

[@dwtrksvc]

Beautiful coach!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks!

[@Senick]

+1 for the outtakes

[@AZExpert]

+10 for the comment :D

[@dongriffin3025]

Man crush on Prevost!!!! Great video - as always!!

[@AZExpert]

Appreciate it! Thanks Don

[@michaelnorton650]

awsome coach

[@AZExpert]

Right?

[@deanh7190]

"I told you to never call me here". 🤣🤣🤣

[@AZExpert]

Glad you enjoyed that

[@Lore67]

Really nice !

[@scottmulrooney8483]

You had me at train horn. Lol Nice bus, thanks for the video!

[@AZExpert]

No problem 👍Thanks for watching!! :)

[@caniacstevehenderson7115]

Awesome coach

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@kathyfann]

Looks very lovely

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@conniepayne591]

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.

[@AZExpert]

Yes and yes, LOADS of storage

[@deanh7190]

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?

[@hayyarbrough]

James that's a nice hat you got on there.... Always enjoy your videos like always....

[@AZExpert]

Gotta support your fellow youtubers!

[@KevinCoop1]

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

[@AZExpert]

Sorry about that, LOL I was very excited

[@JeffinTD]

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.

[@AZExpert]

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

[@badgerpa9]

Very nice.

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching!! :)

[@vannorthcutt2915]

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!

[@brendaabernathy448]

I love this motorhome!!!

[@AZExpert]

Me too!

[@dashhoundlover2837]

WOW !! JUST WOW !!

[@AZExpert]

Right!?

[@kathyfann]

It’s beautiful

[@rbnhood39]

That’s one of the best looking roofs that you have inspected.

[@AZExpert]

And that's saying something!

[@stev8468]

great video

[@AZExpert]

Thanks!

[@Gs-rg2vo]

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!

[@AZExpert]

definitely keep your options open

[@stuartfearn4730]

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.

[@kennydaddy100]

Good video! Sweet bus!

[@AZExpert]

Hi Ken! Thanks for watching!! :)

[@josephalberta1145]

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.

[@AZExpert]

That veneer is very common in the buses

[@PeterPedroA.Cintron-421Pc]

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 🦾

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :) It really is a beauty

[@brucemcgee2281]

That lighting. Most of it is working. It's a beautiful machine.

[@AZExpert]

It's beautiful

[@robmiesen1770]

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.

[@AZExpert]

I see them ALL.THE.TIME.

[@homo_sapiens_sapien1149]

My first comment on your KZbin channel 😊 I’m normally on TikTok, nice length for learning more 👍

[@AZExpert]

Tiktok is a lot of fun! Welcome to the channel :)

[@RebeccaRaven]

Millennium Falcon. :D I always love your videos!

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching Rebecca!

[@rujeepn]

Your bloopers crack me up!

[@AZExpert]

Glad you like them!

[@lawrencebest9943]

Another great video

[@AZExpert]

Thanks Lawrence

[@westboundbadger]

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 ?

[@AZExpert]

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.

[@westboundbadger]

@@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 !

[@jeromehebert3184]

wow, that is nice for any one who can afford it.

[@BeautifuLakesStreamsBiologists]

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!

[@AZExpert]

Good PLAN!

[@professionalinspectionserv4228]

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.

[@PaiviProject]

That was very nice. We would like to have a bus home one day. I think you deserve some rest after all that driving :))

[@AZExpert]

I'm working on it

[@DLTJR1959]

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.

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@stuartfearn4730]

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

[@DLTJR1959]

@@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.

[@thomashayes8961]

Very nice

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching!! :)

[@timk.9827]

Good Video, Buses are king.

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching!! :)

[@RobertSmith-tq6mf]

The RV park at FT. Bridger is nice !

[@AZExpert]

Thanks for watching!! :)

[@RobertSmith-tq6mf]

@@AZExpert you always have great videos. What do you think of the DIY mods on the AC for better airflow?

[@Daccart]

Great video! I was wondering how you compare the driving of the Prevost conversion versus your Beaver?

[@AZExpert]

There really isn't any comparison between the two

[@Daccart]

@@AZExpert - That is interesting. I have a gas class A now and am looking to upgrade to a Diesel pusher and wouldn't have thought there would be that much of a difference. Thanks for the info.

[@onepanther69]

lol loved the bloopers