I wasn’t sure if after driving 35- 44 foot ladder truck and fire engine for 30 years that I would want to drive something this big through the big cities. I must say your common sense and knowledge of one of these busses have changed my mind. Absolutely great info with no BS. Excellent points and nice looking rig. Thanks for sharing these with us.
Just bought one the other day, a 1989 XL with 77000 miles. Thing is a tank but the interior is worn out. Waiting for the weather to warm up so I can whip out the hammers, nails, saws, wrenches, impact guns, tire irons, multimeters...you get the idea. Not bad if you can work on it yourself. Drives like a dream.
You are an incredibly smart man! I have been living like this for a long time. I don't have a motor home but I do have a nice Rolls Royce. I use the depreciation method of buying higher ticket items and paying cash for them. Then they are more affordable and you don't have to worry about payments. You have a great attitude and you are extremely resourceful such as finding water and tapping into "free water" sources. You would also be an excellent used RV salesman as well! Your very detailed and excellent story here makes 100% perfect sense. When you know how to be resourceful as you are, you really don't have to be a millionaire. I have been doing this for 50 years. Congratulations on a very educational impromptu presentation!! Julian Burke
I been involved in the finance industry for RVs/motor homes and I completely agree with you about the quality of RVs. After 5 years or so most are starting to fall apart and people don't want to pay for them anymore. You're definitely be better off buying an older bus based coach. The quality is on a completely different level.
I gave the entire video a whirl. You're a cool dude. No ego, no, "look what I did or have and you didn't and don't", you're a positive dude who is informative on what you talk about. Be safe. Thanks
Hands down the most accurate / factual “this is the way it is” overall summary of not just bus ownership but rv ownership in general with a couple of excellent “be smart financially” tips thrown in.
Hey Bob, First time I have seen your videos and I gotta say nice job. You have quite a presence and a pleasant manner about you. The point you make in this video is sound advice no matter your economic status. A person can live well if you live smart, whatever level luxury you choose. Thanks for taking the time and effort to put this video together. I am subscribed.
THANKS! THOROUGHLY ENJOYED THE ENTIRE VIDEO AND FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE. THE TRUE SUCCESS OF A MAN IS HIS WILLINGNESS TO SHARE HIS KNOWLEDGE. YOUR BUS IS ABSOLUTELY "BEAUTIFUL". THANKS AGAIN FOR SHOWING IT.
Can I make a suggestion. We don't know each other, have never spoken, and I do not make this statement as a put down. In fact, my Grandfather told the same thing to my Dad before he retired . . . If you want to travel - don't wait. Health can change in the blink of an eye. My Grandfather taught history, and wanted to travel the US when he retired, only he never had the health to do much of it. Dad, also waited, and died of a massive heart attack right before his 66th birthday. I enjoyed your video, you have a great attitude, and I enjoyed the tidbits of wisdom. You are certainly what you preach, one cool dude out enjoying your life and owning what you want without requiring a fortune and a crew of servants.
I just came across this channel and really like the information. Your comments remind me of what my college history professor told us. He said if possible, travel before your start your first job......it's the best way to learn about the world. Regretfully, I wasn't able to follow his advice and immediately started working. My current goal is to hopefully retire at an age where I'm not old to travel and hopefully enjoy those places away from home. Good luck and happy travels to you.
Bob Really enjoyed the video !! I used to drive Prevost coaches to RV shows for a friend. I then decided this was the way to travel and want to retire and travel now. Prevost is the only way to go.
Most excellent, from beginning to end. Your closing comment "when you buy an RV, your are buying the time, the time and the ability to travel the country". I totally agree. That's why I bought an RV when I retired out at 57 year old. I've loved every single night I've spent in it, Well done video. Thanks for all that.
I have always purchased cars etc close to where they are expected to bottom out on price. I say "pay 15% of new for the second half+ of the car's life" Another advantage is once a car, bus, or boat has bottomed out, their value is based on what kind of condition they are in. Keep something well maintained, take care of it, use it for 10 years and then sell it for what it cost you. You only pay what it cost to use and maintain. Sometimes upon selling you come out a little ahead, sometimes you lose a bit but overall you end up paying far, far less. I have owned several cars over the past 35 years and overall, I have only lost a few thousand dollars to depreciation. I see so many people buy a new car every 5 to 8 years and lose $20,000 to $30,000 or more every 5 to 8 years. Over a lifetime that's big money.
I just wasted 50 min. watching this video and regret nothing, quite informational and interesting seeing the set up. Gorgeous coach, I'm quite a bit partial to silverside buses myself but none the less that Prevost is gorgeous.
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"Maybe you have a fight with the old lady...." LOL.... That has got to be the best line of this entire video!! Love everything you've said about Prevost, depreciation, quality of build. Will look for more videos on the Prevost motorcoaches and I don't even own a tent!
That’s a gorgeous tour bus. I see you maintain it to perfection. I would love to go on a tour with that, Alaska would be my first choice. Thanks for the tour.
Old quality is always better than new junk. From watching other videos on normal RVs I always had the opinion that they were built like film sets just to look good for a few months. Age of the vehicle does not matter at all when you consider the basic quality of the whole rig and the high level of care and attention its had over the years.
He makes a good point about buying depreciated used items. I've found over the years that buying quality used items (not abused) is a great way to go. You enjoy all the quality and durability at a fraction of the new price. Even if you bought new items, they become used after only a year or so. You do, however, have to thoroughly inspect a used item before buying it, and call in an expert if needed.
I love ur life style brother, at 61 I try to do the same. I'm just now doing my research on these units. It is a life style for sure. That my wife n I r now ready. Only thing is I have 3 HARLEYS that I won't sell?🤔
I LOVE two stroke Detroits. Had a boat with two 8v92s. The best thing about the boat was the motors. You are right about maintenance, and budgeting. If you're making payments on an older boat or rv, and are stretched thin financially, you won't be able to maintain it properly. As things build up, the problems snowball, and your bus or boat will be in need of a serious cash infusion. Storage costs, keeping it covered and out of the weather when not in use, all these costs add up really fast. RVs are nice, but a nice car and motel rooms are a lot less expensive.
Live rich through depreciation....AMEN to that! Thats how I've gotten the vehicles I drive. You are SO RIGHT! Get you an older lux car loaded....pay a third of what it was new....I have a 70k when it was new in 2011....and i found for 17k and 80k on the odometer. Being a bus fan (and professional driver...one of my 3 jobs) 🤣 These Provosts were my absolute favorite ones to drive. THEY ARE DEF built like a tank indeed! Smoothest ride...fast....and easy to drive. Ran these between OKC to Little Rock....and Dallas to Minneapolis. Great video! Love what you have done with your coach!
Your videos are never too long...i always enjoy your content and we think alot alike...i too like to live rich by obtaining expensive items cheaply that need work or such and you end up owning the things you couldnt afford otherwise 👍👍you’re a great inspiration Bob 👍👍
Raised to believe one mans trash is anothers treasure. Learned some stuff back in the day. Many good things just thrown away. SoTrash picking we'll go today. Cut up many fallen tree. Heat the shell of this house that will be. Need to feed a family of six Dumpster Diving a sure fix. Christmas an Birthdays oh what a joy! Was Found in your trash a bike or a toy. Learned how to fix all that we need! Learned how survive off of this land. Find wild roots, nuts and berries we can. Many a Garden did we plow! Thanks to my Father who showed me how. Still needed money for this an that.. First (job) was chores a quarter a week. More money did I seek. Next was a route of 100 news papers on Sundays that Bike sure was a shaker. Found the bike in somebody's trash along with a mower can I mow you grass? Dropped out of School at a really young age needed more money let's turn the page. Started a business with an old jeep smashed up and beat. A salvaged title had to tweak. Know what it's like to live and survive! On nothing but the trash put outside! I now live out on the streets. With knowledge and skills to climb in most seats! Please take this time and look around all that is needed will be found.
I have been looking for an older Prevost or Newell for about 6 months now, and while we do have a tight budget, I am not going back to an overpriced, sticks and staples RV. I have a feeling that as the economy continues to tank, and the diesle fuel shortage hoax looming on the horizon, that there will be some gems up for sale at up to a 30 percent discount, especially a year from now. Do I want to wait a year? No, but I am already seeing some 95s coming down, but my main focus lately has been on the 1988-92s and they are close to what I have to give, and still have some wiggle room. The big thing is to find one that has been well maintained with documentation, newer tires, air bags, and batteries. The Prevost in my opinion is the best on the market, very well built.
2a and knife argument was a great sale for me. Also, controlling your own food, freedom to 'just stop, or just go!". Such a beautiful idea. well well done brother!
Right on point regarding the $$ needed after purchase. Same with exotic cars. Lots of folks can cough up the initial purchase $$ but then don't have a dime left for maintenance. Prevost, Newell, Bluebird...those are best of the best and most were 1 million + back in the day. No staples, and luan board in those!
Totally agree with the "if you can't afford to maintain it, this is not for you." I used to work in the auto parts industry and we had people come in ALL the time with Lexus or BMW or Audi or Land Rover or Jaguar cars they got "cheap" at a salvage auction or something. Cheap for a reason because now the car needed parts and the parts were not cheap. Especially not BMW. These customers would be so angry with us as we told them look, these cars were made for and sold to people who could afford to maintain them, who had a garage to look after it and do all the work and they'd pay the bill without even seeing what it cost. Sounds the same with these coaches. If you fuss over the cost, don't buy one. If you hate paying 30 a liter for coolant, when cheap Prestone is $8 a gallon, don't buy a car that requires $30 a liter coolant. Etc. If you see somebody giving away a used Mercedes, it ain't gonna be free for long.
As a crew member in the touring entertainment industry (until I was laid off in March), these are a second home to me. Just kick the diesel genny on and I'm dead asleep.
Thanks for this excellent video Bob. For a novice shopping for their first luxury coach this is invaluable information. One thing you did mention I caught was the mileage. True, for the most part high mileage isn't an issue with one exception - the maintenance. Before purchasing a potential buyer MUST verify the maintenance that has been performed on the coach - ALL THE MAINTENANCE. No "verifiable" maintenance records on the coach? DON'T BUY IT!
"75 GRAND".... here's the rub that bus is bigger than many houses here in the UK, and ...... here in the UK you'd struggle to buy a house for 75 grand either £s or $s. Awesome insight thank you, all the best.
Fantastic Video Bob.... Sold the original GM Ckass A’s in 1973 during the gas crisis.... now I own one of the coaches you said not to buy. Your right! If you can afford it and use it ... go your route! If I like it in the next 3 months... got this rented out to one of my commercial tenants.... I’ll buy a Provost! Oh well... live and learn. Great Video! GangsterBob Gangsterwireless
That coach built rv is substantial, you see it has superior fit and finish well appointed. That will be around in another 30 years where all those flimsy over priced rvs have fallen by the wayside and ended up broken.
RIP Vinnie Paul! And I'm glad I finally found this video! I agree with everything you said about getting great equipment after so many people ate the depreciation! Especially on high-end items, because the owners likely did correct maintenance and stored it indoors (in the case of the Prevost). As for the RR, I'd be nervous to own that thing! They're not as well-made as your coach there. :-) Looks like fun to drive around in though, that UK tank.
Hello my friend I have covid19 and not to pleased about it. Got it from someone on my job. I am gonna beat this one. I just admire your style and am so excited to see you able to own the best cars and enjoy the best you have earned it. Hey I'm a little guy but can appreciate your channel. I use to drive big trucks 15.5 yrs but retired cause of the type 2 diabetes. But life goes on my friend. I have been a mechanic all my life. I just enjoy your channel. Take care man n be safe. Peace
After falling into the trap of a new RV, I agree with everything you say. The new RV warranty is trash. Can not get in within 6 weeks or it is not fixed correctly. Every new RV takes about a year to get right. It is absolutely true that if you do not posess handyman skills it will be at least twice as expensive. I ignored advice to buy a used diesel and made a HUGE mistake. Your advice is sound and should be heeded.
In about 10 years I will definitely be looking at one of these. Having driving school bus, and with a few mechanical skills, I think I could handle it. I used to wash Prevost coaches in like this when I worked for a tourist industry business that offered coach washing as an extra service for when they would come through our attraction.
I fell into this bizarre RV/ Motorhome hole today, and despite the fact that the newest models look really nice, it's like you said- flimsy, easily broken, cheaply constructed. THIS is far more my speed. It has a far sturdier build, the price point is better, and it is made to last several human generations. All of these old folks are getting fleeced! My grandpa had a brand new fifth wheel, and was pulling it into a campground. He happened to LIGHTLY brush against an exposed, recently trimmed back branch. It gutted the entire side of the shit-box fifth wheel like the walls were made of balsa wood. I went inside, and this little branch had achieved full penetration into the unit. The repair cost alone was 10's of thousands- it ended up being a better idea to simply buy an even newer, flimsier camper. Not to mention the added insult of my grandma screaming at the top of her lungs as my grandpa sheepishly puttered around the wreckage, seemingly attempting to will the damage away. Salt into the perpetually open wound. Things are fickle, new isn't always better, don't let the things you own end up owning you.
Excellent video and you have yourself a new sub. I played with Vinnie when Hell Yeah played Rockfest 2016 on the MONSTER stage. He was side stage and gave me the horns while I was slaying my bass guitar. R.I.P. Vinnie Paul. R.I.P Dimebag.
It's got a Detroit 2 stroke...awesome.....the sound when the air start fires up a Detroit 2 stroke semi is so distinct....it's like when someone clutches up a wheelie at 60mph...never forget that sound. Lotta fun.
Driving an RV or a bus must be quite a challenge. My father once said that when he retired he might like to travel around in an RV. It never happened but it was an intriguing idea. Your bus looks awesome, thanks for giving us a tour.
If you are going to buy a used Rv make sure it came from a state or province that doesn’t use salt. Even Prevost will corroded in their under carriage. Drove Prevost for 33 yrs love the Mirage over the H series which is the higher model with fibreglass panels. If you can afford it get a 60 series motor. More reliable plus better fuel mileage
I just watched this video and brother save room for me im coming in for the sub! I absolutely love ur approach to "live large thru depreciation " very informative and sweet rig!
Right before he says this things all stainless and the build quality is great, I said Bob.... look at the work action on them panels.... that thing smacks of quality. Watched the whole video tx for this stay safe and happy good sir.
It would be an off-grid beast with a roof full of solar and a swap to lithium house batteries! I think it would be crazy cool if you and fellow RUclipsr Will Prowse teamed up and did a build. He's also in the Vegas area and used to full-time in his previous rigs. Now he spends his time building batteries and helping educate us masses.
Great video Brother. Very informative. I’ve lived by the ‘live rich thru depreciation’ model my whole life. I’ve always said; buy a new car, drive it around the block, pull back in the dealership and trade it in - you just lost 20% in 10 minutes.
Got lucky with my 73 dodge toiga. 50 years old and still running strong. 318 is easy to work on. Way to go dodge! Sometimes older is better than the new crap! And it's been paid for. No payments. That's a lot of bus. Too much for me. Thumbs up!
And that's why I got a 03 Wanderlodge. I knew an owner who was T boned, and rolled over on his side, They righted the coach and he is still driving it Took some work to get it right. But no joke. Lx 50,000lbs
I love my 89 Angola. You speak the truth about needing to be able to understand the rig. In fact, my Jake brake is acting up, and I have studied the drawings and now know what posts to check to see what might be bad/shorted. They are fun.
Cool coach. I was lucky enough to get to watch Vinnie play from behind the stage once. I can't imagine how many times you've got to experience that... extremely jealous!
Good tour, I used to wash and service seated coaches like this, that version is the Mirage II. I still do but we have newer MCI Js now. The Prevost is still an excellent bus, easy to work on and last a long time.
I'd fill half the roof of this thing with solar panels, load up half of one of those bays with li-ion cells, inverter, charge controller, etc, and run an extra alternator for charging the cells while on the road or idling. Also hook up the generator to charge the cells as well. That's the way I'd go. Making a rain catch system probably wouldn't be a bad idea either, but then you're talking cutting into the roof of the bus and running a channel down one side that feeds a filtered tube system that goes to the water tanks. Worth it if you could do it right. Have a float switch that closes a valve on the feed tube when the tanks are full.
Cool Video Bob! Don't forget to check out the NETHERCUTT Museum in Sylmar California, or look at it online. Check out their Rolls Royces. All the best!
I loved your video. The first one I have seen from you. I have dreamed my whole adult life to be able to retire and live in a RV bus like yours. I think about it often. Wanted to have one by the time I retired and customize it as I am a mechanic. But I have retired and just have an old Winnebago at the moment and am not going to be able to afford one. So I appreciate your video, I can watch it and dream about my own Prevost. Thank you for sharing your gem with us.
What a wonderful old vehicle, Robert! Look after her, she means a lot to you! Very very nice! Detroit Diesels are extremely noisy but they sound great! Well done and once again, very best regards, Stuart Terrence Burden
Lol yep - I'm totally qualified to own and operate that buss - used to work for Detroit diesel distributors and have overhauled more of those engines than I want to remember.. they are pre emission- pre electronic and damn near pre historic... I recommend replacting the turbo oil supply line every couple of years - it's good fire insurance. Another good thing to have in that engine compartment is a fire sensor - on that recognizes flame - you want to know about the fire before you see it in the rear view mirror. You want one in the generator and battery compartments too... the decision to own a buss versus fly is a business decision. I have spent most of my life traveling on about everything - I used to do 50 or 60k per year on trains.. then commuting between Alaska and Texas for work so now with all the bs in airports - I will just drive. I dont feel that I need to be treated like I'm a criminal by a bunch of foreigners in my own country... take a look at most of the TSA employees -- be sure and run you some marvel mystery oil in your fuel with those old mechanical injectors ... this modern low sulphur diesel doesn't have the lubebricity those old mechanical injectors needs. As long as you dont crack a head or loose a crank that old engine will last a long time. And you can always pick up a good core engine for a song if you dont want to have to pay the expense of a repower. Start doing oil samples at the oil changes so you can keep an eye on the engine wear. It's a piece of cake to roll in rod bearings and main bearings on that old dog for about 8 hours labor. More cheap insurance. I have seen those engines in a generator application run for 30,000 hours between overhauls. That's at a continuous 1800 rpm - so if you converted that to miles it would be 1,950,000 miles. The only problem is that most mechanics dont have a clue how to work on them anymore. Before I retired I was approached by a Detroit distributor to teach these young guys the nuance's of these old Detroit's. I still have all the special tools for the 71 - 92 and 149 series engines.. I probably need to donate them to a museum... stay safe in that drivers seat... remember that seat is the first seat at the scene of the accident..
thats a Macerator Pump on the toilet Bob yes they use them on boats and Yachts but many of those get pumped overboard when its legal if not it goes to a holding tank temporarily
This is an amazing video. I do a lot of RV stuff on my RUclips channel and I have been fixing RVs for years now and I have always been amazed at how shitty even the high end RVs are from the 90's, total crap. After seeing this video, I know what my goal is now. This is exactly how I think too, buy older stuff that was well made. Great video, subscribed
“Hobby “ and “not for you” best words about living in an RV.... I used to do RV sat tv tech support ... wish they all watched this first... so many of them are like “why did it break?” ...lol
Awesome way to go. We found a Barth 1993 pusher in great shape for 16k. I have found all my friends who have purchased 5th wheel trailers are very unhappy with construction and warranties. l refused to do that . Just wait til the right rig comes along to you and fix it up so its road worthy and save a lot of cabbage........ Thanks for the tour.
Well I love my Prevost - had my 1990 (L year) Mirage XL 1992 Marathon Prevost 40 since 2003. Want to get a new one with a couple bunks and slide outs to replace it.
I wasn’t sure if after driving 35- 44 foot ladder truck and fire engine for 30 years that I would want to drive something this big through the big cities. I must say your common sense and knowledge of one of these busses have changed my mind. Absolutely great info with no BS. Excellent points and nice looking rig. Thanks for sharing these with us.
Live rich through depreciation, you are very wise bob and smart.
Just bought one the other day, a 1989 XL with 77000 miles. Thing is a tank but the interior is worn out. Waiting for the weather to warm up so I can whip out the hammers, nails, saws, wrenches, impact guns, tire irons, multimeters...you get the idea. Not bad if you can work on it yourself.
Drives like a dream.
You are an incredibly smart man! I have been living like this for a long time. I don't have a motor home but I do have a nice Rolls Royce. I use the depreciation method of buying higher ticket items and paying cash for them. Then they are more affordable and you don't have to worry about payments. You have a great attitude and you are extremely resourceful such as finding water and tapping into "free water" sources. You would also be an excellent used RV salesman as well! Your very detailed and excellent story here makes 100% perfect sense. When you know how to be resourceful as you are, you really don't have to be a millionaire. I have been doing this for 50 years.
Congratulations on a very educational impromptu presentation!! Julian Burke
If I ever run into you, I am going to give you a big hug. You helped us cut the chase
The sign of a real genius, his wardrobe is all the same. I admire your lifestyle.
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@@JediWigSplitta It's to hold his pants up and carry his things. Even if someone was wearing two watches. Who tf cares?! 😂
Bobby & Jedi ⤴️ - Here’s an idea 💡- why’nt you 2 Di*kHeads Develop ya OWN Style. 🤷🏼♂️
I been involved in the finance industry for RVs/motor homes and I completely agree with you about the quality of RVs. After 5 years or so most are starting to fall apart and people don't want to pay for them anymore. You're definitely be better off buying an older bus based coach. The quality is on a completely different level.
Bob never ceases to amaze.
Sorry for the loss of your best friend. Thanks for showing us the Bus VB.
Trademark "Living rich through depreciation". Sounds like a nice series for your youtube channel.
I watched the entire video, i dont know this guy but I'm happy for him. Now I want a Prevost bus
I gave the entire video a whirl. You're a cool dude. No ego, no, "look what I did or have and you didn't and don't", you're a positive dude who is informative on what you talk about. Be safe. Thanks
Who else been a subscriber than more then a year!
Pretty close, if not longer.
You should re-write that sentence.
And ?
Mark Reynolds ... I had a Nun for an English teacher.... you’re bringing back memories!
Hands down the most accurate / factual “this is the way it is” overall summary of not just bus ownership but rv ownership in general with a couple of excellent “be smart financially” tips thrown in.
Hey Bob, First time I have seen your videos and I gotta say nice job. You have quite a presence and a pleasant manner about you. The point you make in this video is sound advice no matter your economic status. A person can live well if you live smart, whatever level luxury you choose. Thanks for taking the time and effort to put this video together. I am subscribed.
Great video! Thanks for taking the time to make it.
THANKS! THOROUGHLY ENJOYED THE ENTIRE VIDEO
AND FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE.
THE TRUE SUCCESS OF A MAN IS HIS WILLINGNESS TO SHARE HIS KNOWLEDGE.
YOUR BUS IS ABSOLUTELY "BEAUTIFUL". THANKS AGAIN FOR SHOWING IT.
Can I make a suggestion. We don't know each other, have never spoken, and I do not make this statement as a put down. In fact, my Grandfather told the same thing to my Dad before he retired . . . If you want to travel - don't wait. Health can change in the blink of an eye. My Grandfather taught history, and wanted to travel the US when he retired, only he never had the health to do much of it. Dad, also waited, and died of a massive heart attack right before his 66th birthday. I enjoyed your video, you have a great attitude, and I enjoyed the tidbits of wisdom. You are certainly what you preach, one cool dude out enjoying your life and owning what you want without requiring a fortune and a crew of servants.
I just came across this channel and really like the information. Your comments remind me of what my college history professor told us. He said if possible, travel before your start your first job......it's the best way to learn about the world. Regretfully, I wasn't able to follow his advice and immediately started working. My current goal is to hopefully retire at an age where I'm not old to travel and hopefully enjoy those places away from home.
Good luck and happy travels to you.
A REALLY UNIQUE DUDE, DIDN'T DETECT ANY B.S. KIND OF REFRESHING KNOWING THERE'S COOL DUDES LIKE HIM KICKING / JUST STRAIGHT UP.
Bob Really enjoyed the video !! I used to drive Prevost coaches to RV shows for a friend. I then decided this was the way to travel and want to retire and travel now. Prevost is the only way to go.
Most excellent, from beginning to end. Your closing comment "when you buy an RV, your are buying the time, the time and the ability to travel the country". I totally agree. That's why I bought an RV when I retired out at 57 year old. I've loved every single night I've spent in it, Well done video. Thanks for all that.
I have always purchased cars etc close to where they are expected to bottom out on price. I say "pay 15% of new for the second half+ of the car's life"
Another advantage is once a car, bus, or boat has bottomed out, their value is based on what kind of condition they are in. Keep something well maintained, take care of it, use it for 10 years and then sell it for what it cost you. You only pay what it cost to use and maintain. Sometimes upon selling you come out a little ahead, sometimes you lose a bit but overall you end up paying far, far less. I have owned several cars over the past 35 years and overall, I have only lost a few thousand dollars to depreciation. I see so many people buy a new car every 5 to 8 years and lose $20,000 to $30,000 or more every 5 to 8 years. Over a lifetime that's big money.
I think you are one of the most real people I have ever seen on RUclips. Congrats on your success. The video was throughly enjoyable.
I just wasted 50 min. watching this video and regret nothing, quite informational and interesting seeing the set up. Gorgeous coach, I'm quite a bit partial to silverside buses myself but none the less that Prevost is gorgeous.
"Maybe you have a fight with the old lady...." LOL.... That has got to be the best line of this entire video!!
Love everything you've said about Prevost, depreciation, quality of build. Will look for more videos on the Prevost motorcoaches and I don't even own a tent!
I like this guy and his lifestyle, seems fun to me
The exterior of that coach is in amazing condition.
That’s a gorgeous tour bus. I see you maintain it to perfection. I would love to go on a tour with that, Alaska would be my first choice. Thanks for the tour.
Old quality is always better than new junk. From watching other videos on normal RVs I always had the opinion that they were built like film sets just to look good for a few months. Age of the vehicle does not matter at all when you consider the basic quality of the whole rig and the high level of care and attention its had over the years.
He makes a good point about buying depreciated used items. I've found over the years that buying quality used items (not abused) is a great way to go. You enjoy all the quality and durability at a fraction of the new price. Even if you bought new items, they become used after only a year or so. You do, however, have to thoroughly inspect a used item before buying it, and call in an expert if needed.
I'm watching this for a 2nd time .. I think I'm hooked.. Maybe It's kinda like the Harley Davidson Fat Boy I used to own and ride... FREEDOM !
I love ur life style brother, at 61 I try to do the same. I'm just now doing my research on these units. It is a life style for sure. That my wife n I r now ready. Only thing is I have 3 HARLEYS that I won't sell?🤔
I LOVE two stroke Detroits. Had a boat with two 8v92s. The best thing about the boat was the motors. You are right about maintenance, and budgeting. If you're making payments on an older boat or rv, and are stretched thin financially, you won't be able to maintain it properly. As things build up, the problems snowball, and your bus or boat will be in need of a serious cash infusion. Storage costs, keeping it covered and out of the weather when not in use, all these costs add up really fast. RVs are nice, but a nice car and motel rooms are a lot less expensive.
Live rich through depreciation....AMEN to that! Thats how I've gotten the vehicles I drive. You are SO RIGHT! Get you an older lux car loaded....pay a third of what it was new....I have a 70k when it was new in 2011....and i found for 17k and 80k on the odometer.
Being a bus fan (and professional driver...one of my 3 jobs) 🤣 These Provosts were my absolute favorite ones to drive. THEY ARE DEF built like a tank indeed! Smoothest ride...fast....and easy to drive. Ran these between OKC to Little Rock....and Dallas to Minneapolis.
Great video! Love what you have done with your coach!
Your videos are never too long...i always enjoy your content and we think alot alike...i too like to live rich by obtaining expensive items cheaply that need work or such and you end up owning the things you couldnt afford otherwise 👍👍you’re a great inspiration Bob 👍👍
Raised to believe one mans trash is anothers treasure. Learned some stuff back in the day. Many good things just thrown away. SoTrash picking we'll go today. Cut up many fallen tree. Heat the shell of this house that will be. Need to feed a family of six Dumpster Diving a sure fix. Christmas an Birthdays oh what a joy! Was Found in your trash a bike or a toy. Learned how to fix all that we need! Learned how survive off of this land. Find wild roots, nuts and berries we can. Many a Garden did we plow! Thanks to my Father who showed me how.
Still needed money for this an that.. First (job) was chores a quarter a week. More money did I seek. Next was a route of 100 news papers on Sundays that Bike sure was a shaker. Found the bike in somebody's trash along with a mower can I mow you grass? Dropped out of School at a really young age needed more money let's turn the page. Started a business with an old jeep smashed up and beat. A salvaged title had to tweak.
Know what it's like to live and survive! On nothing but the trash put outside!
I now live out on the streets. With knowledge and skills to climb in most seats! Please take this time and look around all that is needed will be found.
I have been looking for an older Prevost or Newell for about 6 months now, and while we do have a tight budget, I am not going back to an overpriced, sticks and staples RV. I have a feeling that as the economy continues to tank, and the diesle fuel shortage hoax looming on the horizon, that there will be some gems up for sale at up to a 30 percent discount, especially a year from now. Do I want to wait a year? No, but I am already seeing some 95s coming down, but my main focus lately has been on the 1988-92s and they are close to what I have to give, and still have some wiggle room. The big thing is to find one that has been well maintained with documentation, newer tires, air bags, and batteries. The Prevost in my opinion is the best on the market, very well built.
2a and knife argument was a great sale for me. Also, controlling your own food, freedom to 'just stop, or just go!". Such a beautiful idea. well well done brother!
And the depreciation on a new RV, ouch! Nice bus Bob. Thanks for showing it and supplying the good advice.
Right on point regarding the $$ needed after purchase. Same with exotic cars. Lots of folks can cough up the initial purchase $$ but then don't have a dime left for maintenance. Prevost, Newell, Bluebird...those are best of the best and most were 1 million + back in the day. No staples, and luan board in those!
Bob, you have the best video for us dreamers. Well Done..
Totally agree with the "if you can't afford to maintain it, this is not for you." I used to work in the auto parts industry and we had people come in ALL the time with Lexus or BMW or Audi or Land Rover or Jaguar cars they got "cheap" at a salvage auction or something. Cheap for a reason because now the car needed parts and the parts were not cheap. Especially not BMW. These customers would be so angry with us as we told them look, these cars were made for and sold to people who could afford to maintain them, who had a garage to look after it and do all the work and they'd pay the bill without even seeing what it cost. Sounds the same with these coaches. If you fuss over the cost, don't buy one. If you hate paying 30 a liter for coolant, when cheap Prestone is $8 a gallon, don't buy a car that requires $30 a liter coolant. Etc. If you see somebody giving away a used Mercedes, it ain't gonna be free for long.
Your thorough knowledge of vehicles and depreciation is an incredibly valuable tool, thanks for sharing.
As a crew member in the touring entertainment industry (until I was laid off in March), these are a second home to me. Just kick the diesel genny on and I'm dead asleep.
Thanks for this excellent video Bob. For a novice shopping for their first luxury coach this is invaluable information. One thing you did mention I caught was the mileage. True, for the most part high mileage isn't an issue with one exception - the maintenance. Before purchasing a potential buyer MUST verify the maintenance that has been performed on the coach - ALL THE MAINTENANCE. No "verifiable" maintenance records on the coach? DON'T BUY IT!
"75 GRAND".... here's the rub that bus is bigger than many houses here in the UK, and ...... here in the UK you'd struggle to buy a house for 75 grand either £s or $s. Awesome insight thank you, all the best.
Fantastic Video Bob.... Sold the original GM Ckass A’s in 1973 during the gas crisis.... now I own one of the coaches you said not to buy. Your right! If you can afford it and use it ... go your route! If I like it in the next 3 months... got this rented out to one of my commercial tenants.... I’ll buy a Provost! Oh well... live and learn. Great Video!
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Watched to the end. Your a pretty inspirational and honest fella. Enjoyed every minute. Thanks
That coach built rv is substantial, you see it has superior fit and finish well appointed. That will be around in another 30 years where all those flimsy over priced rvs have fallen by the wayside and ended up broken.
RIP Vinnie Paul!
And I'm glad I finally found this video! I agree with everything you said about getting great equipment after so many people ate the depreciation! Especially on high-end items, because the owners likely did correct maintenance and stored it indoors (in the case of the Prevost). As for the RR, I'd be nervous to own that thing! They're not as well-made as your coach there. :-) Looks like fun to drive around in though, that UK tank.
Hello my friend I have covid19 and not to pleased about it. Got it from someone on my job. I am gonna beat this one. I just admire your style and am so excited to see you able to own the best cars and enjoy the best you have earned it. Hey I'm a little guy but can appreciate your channel. I use to drive big trucks 15.5 yrs but retired cause of the type 2 diabetes. But life goes on my friend. I have been a mechanic all my life. I just enjoy your channel. Take care man n be safe. Peace
After falling into the trap of a new RV, I agree with everything you say. The new RV warranty is trash. Can not get in within 6 weeks or it is not fixed correctly. Every new RV takes about a year to get right. It is absolutely true that if you do not posess handyman skills it will be at least twice as expensive. I ignored advice to buy a used diesel and made a HUGE mistake. Your advice is sound and should be heeded.
Thanks Bob well done, living rich through depression, I like that.
In about 10 years I will definitely be looking at one of these. Having driving school bus, and with a few mechanical skills, I think I could handle it. I used to wash Prevost coaches in like this when I worked for a tourist industry business that offered coach washing as an extra service for when they would come through our attraction.
I fell into this bizarre RV/ Motorhome hole today, and despite the fact that the newest models look really nice, it's like you said- flimsy, easily broken, cheaply constructed. THIS is far more my speed. It has a far sturdier build, the price point is better, and it is made to last several human generations.
All of these old folks are getting fleeced! My grandpa had a brand new fifth wheel, and was pulling it into a campground. He happened to LIGHTLY brush against an exposed, recently trimmed back branch. It gutted the entire side of the shit-box fifth wheel like the walls were made of balsa wood. I went inside, and this little branch had achieved full penetration into the unit. The repair cost alone was 10's of thousands- it ended up being a better idea to simply buy an even newer, flimsier camper.
Not to mention the added insult of my grandma screaming at the top of her lungs as my grandpa sheepishly puttered around the wreckage, seemingly attempting to will the damage away. Salt into the perpetually open wound.
Things are fickle, new isn't always better, don't let the things you own end up owning you.
GREAT video! Honest facts from a man who OWNS one! RARE. VALUABLE info. Refreshing! A++++
Absolutely BRILLiANT~ THIS is exactly how I plan my retirement.....and I will now seek out a Prevost coach
Excellent video and you have yourself a new sub. I played with Vinnie when Hell Yeah played Rockfest 2016 on the MONSTER stage. He was side stage and gave me the horns while I was slaying my bass guitar. R.I.P. Vinnie Paul. R.I.P Dimebag.
It's got a Detroit 2 stroke...awesome.....the sound when the air start fires up a Detroit 2 stroke semi is so distinct....it's like when someone clutches up a wheelie at 60mph...never forget that sound. Lotta fun.
Driving an RV or a bus must be quite a challenge. My father once said that when he retired he might like to travel around in an RV. It never happened but it was an intriguing idea. Your bus looks awesome, thanks for giving us a tour.
If you are going to buy a used Rv make sure it came from a state or province that doesn’t use salt. Even Prevost will corroded in their under carriage. Drove Prevost for 33 yrs love the Mirage over the H series which is the higher model with fibreglass panels. If you can afford it get a 60 series motor. More reliable plus better fuel mileage
Great video, I stuck it to the end. Your slow calm pace along with your obvious passion made it worth while. Well done. 👏👏👏👏
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THE $50,000 PREVOST PROBLEM NOBODY TALKS ABOUT. Lamination/glue problem. Cost almost 50K to fix. Those steel panels are glued on.
He mentioned that several times...that's why he like the older ones..WITH RIVETS
I just watched this video and brother save room for me im coming in for the sub! I absolutely love ur approach to "live large thru depreciation " very informative and sweet rig!
Right before he says this things all stainless and the build quality is great, I said Bob.... look at the work action on them panels.... that thing smacks of quality. Watched the whole video tx for this stay safe and happy good sir.
I like the fact it's made out of Stainless Steel. Seems so solid and easy to fix and modify.
It would be an off-grid beast with a roof full of solar and a swap to lithium house batteries!
I think it would be crazy cool if you and fellow RUclipsr Will Prowse teamed up and did a build. He's also in the Vegas area and used to full-time in his previous rigs. Now he spends his time building batteries and helping educate us masses.
Great video Brother. Very informative. I’ve lived by the ‘live rich thru depreciation’ model my whole life. I’ve always said; buy a new car, drive it around the block, pull back in the dealership and trade it in - you just lost 20% in 10 minutes.
This is gold Jerry. Gold!
Got lucky with my 73 dodge toiga. 50 years old and still running strong. 318 is easy to work on. Way to go dodge! Sometimes older is better than the new crap! And it's been paid for. No payments. That's a lot of bus. Too much for me. Thumbs up!
And that's why I got a 03 Wanderlodge. I knew an owner who was T boned, and rolled over on his side, They righted the coach and he is still driving it Took some work to get it right. But no joke. Lx 50,000lbs
I love my 89 Angola. You speak the truth about needing to be able to understand the rig. In fact, my Jake brake is acting up, and I have studied the drawings and now know what posts to check to see what might be bad/shorted. They are fun.
Rest in peace Vinny and Dime!
Cool coach. I was lucky enough to get to watch Vinnie play from behind the stage once. I can't imagine how many times you've got to experience that... extremely jealous!
I've been living in an 86 Pace Arrow for about 4 years and I love it. I have that same dyson. So convenient in an RV.
So glad I found you...you are really a great thinker... I definitely learned and got something out of it! Genius is the depreciation awareness!!!
I set up for Pantera back in 1985 at the Stardust Theater.Love that bus!
Good tour, I used to wash and service seated coaches like this, that version is the Mirage II. I still do but we have newer MCI Js now. The Prevost is still an excellent bus, easy to work on and last a long time.
Great video, I look forward to these all the time, thanks Bob.
Love the videos Bob! Keep up the good work!
Love the presentation. If I ever can afford one, you have sold on Prevost. 🥰
I'd fill half the roof of this thing with solar panels, load up half of one of those bays with li-ion cells, inverter, charge controller, etc, and run an extra alternator for charging the cells while on the road or idling. Also hook up the generator to charge the cells as well. That's the way I'd go. Making a rain catch system probably wouldn't be a bad idea either, but then you're talking cutting into the roof of the bus and running a channel down one side that feeds a filtered tube system that goes to the water tanks. Worth it if you could do it right. Have a float switch that closes a valve on the feed tube when the tanks are full.
"You're buying time to relax" -- Well said Bob
Cool Video Bob! Don't forget to check out the NETHERCUTT Museum in Sylmar California, or look at it online. Check out their Rolls Royces. All the best!
Amazing video! True wisdom. Thank you for sharing your perspective.
I loved your video. The first one I have seen from you. I have dreamed my whole adult life to be able to retire and live in a RV bus like yours. I think about it often. Wanted to have one by the time I retired and customize it as I am a mechanic. But I have retired and just have an old Winnebago at the moment and am not going to be able to afford one. So I appreciate your video, I can watch it and dream about my own Prevost. Thank you for sharing your gem with us.
What a wonderful old vehicle, Robert! Look after her, she means a lot to you!
Very very nice! Detroit Diesels are extremely noisy but they sound great! Well done and once again, very best regards, Stuart Terrence Burden
Lol yep - I'm totally qualified to own and operate that buss - used to work for Detroit diesel distributors and have overhauled more of those engines than I want to remember.. they are pre emission- pre electronic and damn near pre historic... I recommend replacting the turbo oil supply line every couple of years - it's good fire insurance. Another good thing to have in that engine compartment is a fire sensor - on that recognizes flame - you want to know about the fire before you see it in the rear view mirror. You want one in the generator and battery compartments too... the decision to own a buss versus fly is a business decision. I have spent most of my life traveling on about everything - I used to do 50 or 60k per year on trains.. then commuting between Alaska and Texas for work so now with all the bs in airports - I will just drive. I dont feel that I need to be treated like I'm a criminal by a bunch of foreigners in my own country... take a look at most of the TSA employees -- be sure and run you some marvel mystery oil in your fuel with those old mechanical injectors ... this modern low sulphur diesel doesn't have the lubebricity those old mechanical injectors needs. As long as you dont crack a head or loose a crank that old engine will last a long time. And you can always pick up a good core engine for a song if you dont want to have to pay the expense of a repower. Start doing oil samples at the oil changes so you can keep an eye on the engine wear. It's a piece of cake to roll in rod bearings and main bearings on that old dog for about 8 hours labor. More cheap insurance. I have seen those engines in a generator application run for 30,000 hours between overhauls. That's at a continuous 1800 rpm - so if you converted that to miles it would be 1,950,000 miles. The only problem is that most mechanics dont have a clue how to work on them anymore. Before I retired I was approached by a Detroit distributor to teach these young guys the nuance's of these old Detroit's. I still have all the special tools for the 71 - 92 and 149 series engines.. I probably need to donate them to a museum... stay safe in that drivers seat... remember that seat is the first seat at the scene of the accident..
A very interesting and comprehensive tour of the bus.
wow thanks ive never heard of something like this i was considering a motorhome .
Awesome, always think on get a bus instead an rv, and i love yours Bob! We love you bro
This is how I want to retire me and the wife are looking forward to acquiring something like this...and go
Good video. Love the Prevost RVs. Haven't seen one do less than 70 MPH going down the road! 😁
thats a Macerator Pump on the toilet Bob yes they use them on boats and Yachts but many of those get pumped overboard when its legal if not it goes to a holding tank temporarily
This is an amazing video. I do a lot of RV stuff on my RUclips channel and I have been fixing RVs for years now and I have always been amazed at how shitty even the high end RVs are from the 90's, total crap. After seeing this video, I know what my goal is now. This is exactly how I think too, buy older stuff that was well made. Great video, subscribed
Wasn’t boring at all. Thanks for great advice
“Hobby “ and “not for you” best words about living in an RV.... I used to do RV sat tv tech support ... wish they all watched this first... so many of them are like “why did it break?” ...lol
Awesome way to go. We found a Barth 1993 pusher in great shape for 16k. I have found all my friends who have purchased 5th wheel trailers are very unhappy with construction and warranties. l refused to do that . Just wait til the right rig comes along to you and fix it up so its road worthy and save a lot of cabbage........ Thanks for the tour.
Well I love my Prevost - had my 1990 (L year) Mirage XL 1992 Marathon Prevost 40 since 2003. Want to get a new one with a couple bunks and slide outs to replace it.
Be strong bob I know it's stressful but there is someone out there in worst condition cheer up bro
1:19 - "Not flexin', not braggin'..."
Yes, yes you are.. but i'm not hatin' on ya! You do you man.