While Gordo’s epic skoolie conversion might look ready to take on the zombie apocalypse, he has no intentions of using it to survive the end of days. Instead, he built the adventure rig as a passion project, and uses it to travel on vacations or transport the many tools that he has stored on the back deck.
The first thing he did with the school bus he bought at auction was to slice off the back half and build an intricate metal deck/roof rack. That only took about a month, but the interior finishes took about 2 years to complete. You’re going to love the video tour below, where he shows off all the incredible details of his space.
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He Thought of Everything For This Epic Skoolie
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One of the great benefits of being a teacher is having the summer off! Hollie & Kelly wanted to use their summer vacations for traveling but found that most RVs on the market were out of their price range or lacking character. So they decided a diesel bus conversion was more their style!
Their DIY conversion includes a 7-foot couch that becomes a bed when their son visits, a large kitchen with an oven, and a cozy wood stove to keep things warm. They have a Nature’s Head toilet, a shower, and a fixed bedroom in the back of the bus. Do you like their conversion?
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Their DIY Vacation Skoolie w/ Incredible Kitchen
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Jake and Felicia were actively searching for a home in 2020 when they decided they weren’t quite ready to put down roots forever. Seeing #vanlife on Instagram and YouTube inspired them to impulsively purchase a bus before they even had a spot to park it!
They slowly converted the bus into their home on wheels, taking inspiration from the adobe homes in their home state of New Mexico. The result is a budget build ($35K) bursting with character, stunning tile work, and a full bathtub!
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DIY Bus w/ Custom Tile Tub and Adobe Clay Interior
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Anna and Jeff had enjoyed traveling and camping with their respective families growing up, and wanted to share that experience with their own kids. In October 2017 they took the plunge and purchased a bus and began the two-year-long conversion process. After being on the road for a couple of years (and expecting another child!), they decided to do an upgrade which included an incredible loft!
The loft acts as a bedroom for their two oldest kids and a game room. The other three children have bunks on the lower level and there’s a primary bedroom in the back of the rig for mom and dad. In order to feed everyone, they have a large kitchen with a giant farmhouse sink. What do you think of their set-up?
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Four Years of Family Bus Life w/ Five Kids
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The Chandler family were living their “dream life” as Montana ranchers when they realized how much they were missing. After seeing discovering school bus conversions, often referred to as skoolies online, they decided to take the plunge and do a DIY conversion for their two young kids and their dogs for an unforgettable and perhaps legendary family lifestyle.
Inside the bus, there’s a fun loft bed for their 4-year-old son and a huge king bed in the back for cosleeping with their youngest. A bathroom houses a fancy mist shower head and a Nature’s Head toilet, and there’s a spacious kitchen with a giant farmhouse sink for bathing babies. Enjoy!
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Family’s Gorgeous Bus Conversion w/ Loft
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Salina and Marcelo met in California while Marcelo was living his dream as a professional skateboarder. They got married and traveled for Marcelo’s competitions. But their rent in San Diego was crippling, and they wanted more out of their lives. They decided on van life, but couldn’t find an affordable van — so they bought a 90 sq. ft. short bus instead!
It took them 6 months from buying the bus until they moved into it, and they did a great job! There’s a hidden bathroom, a kitchen space, and a fixed queen bed in the back. They also have a unique table covered with pictures of their travels. What part do you love the most?
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What They Love And Don’t Love About Their Skoolie
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Ginnie and Austin met during their time in the Army and spent their last year in service building out a skoolie, so they could enjoy their newfound freedom and see the country.
Their pink (ish) rig is beautifully designed to offer maximum comfort for themselves and their pets. They prioritized tons of counter space, a big couch that becomes a second bed, and a cozy back bedroom with a queen-sized mattress. Enjoy their skoolie tour below!
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Full-Time Travel w/ Two Fur Babies
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CJ knew from the age of 14 that he wanted to live in a bus, so he started saving up and by the time he was 17, he had the money he needed to buy one! He put about $2.5K into converting the rig — including a 25-inch roof raise, which allowed him to build a one-of-a-kind loft bed.
His bus really has it all — a bathroom with a shower, an L-shaped couch for friends, an oven, and a studio with an expensive piano. He travels the country as a jazz musician and absolutely loves the community on the road.
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Jazz Musician’s Epic 25-Inch Roof Raise Skoolie
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Like for so many others, this skoolie conversion was born in 2020 when Mike & Tina were looking for something to occupy themselves in the midst of shutdowns. They’d only been dating for 8 months, but they decided to jump into the build and see what happened. It’s now their vacation rig which they use to take their kids traveling.
They still live in Florida right now while their teens finish up schooling, but they have dreams of hitting the road full-time once they’ve graduated. You’re going to be amazed by the tile work in the luxury bathroom and how well they built the rooftop deck. Tell us what you think in the comments!
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Family’s Incredible International DT456 with Rooftop Deck
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