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Being the first public transportation company in semi-urban regions.

The American Bus Association has reported that tour buses contribute up to 40% revenue generated by the Bus Industry. They also confirmed regions with poor public transportation are good places to start a new transportation business. The urban areas have transport options with buses and trains rolling in every 10 to 15 minutes. But, their frequency reduces as one moves out towards sub-urban regions. With the ever increasing population, the demand of transportation is ever increasing. State infrastructure is not able to cope up with the rising demand. As a result private operators jump in to capitalize on the differences in supply and demand. Wherever there are people, there is a need for transportation. But, profitability depends on the density of population and volume of demand. Thus much of the private sector focuses on populated sub urban regions. If a new company entering this market will face resistance from other established players. One of the most common ways to enter any new market is to use market penetration tactics. Like offering products or services at a lower price than that offered by the competition. After some time the brand becomes well known. It can increase its prices to come on par with competition. This is a good starting point. But the fact is the presence of alternatives gives consumers bargaining power.

If the new company were to set up its operations in regions where there is no competition. Then it would have a monopoly over public transportation. Thus charging the highest fares to desperate passengers. Usually transporting 15 to 20 passengers a day compensates for all the bills incurred in the day. Thus its easy to profitably operate a 15 passenger bus for sale. However, the decision to operate in a region with competitors or none completely depends on the profits one can make. It wouldn't be wise to use a route which gives only 5 short distance passengers a day instead of the minimum 20. Whichever route the company chooses it has to get 20 passengers to sail through the daily expenses and stay profitable. However a thorough and in-depth research and market survey can help it find opportunities where none exist.

For example a route with hundreds of residential buildings will give more passengers than a route with merely 5 buildings. As a result all the private operates will be focusing their efforts on the former route. The new company can enter this market, however if the competition satisfies the demand and are forced to operate buses with empty seats. Then chances are high they will gang up against the newcomer and position themselves in a way that their minibuses fulfill the demand and the new entrant gets nothing but empty seats. If this situation persists then the new company will soon go bust due to lack of business and profits. So it has to find an alternative solution. The best alternative for it would be to take the second route where there are no competitors due to less demand. There are only 5 residential buildings on this route. In this case, the entrepreneur can get creative and send their marketing executives door to door in every house to check if they need transportation at fixed times of the day or week. A mini bus for sale is just as big as a mini van and providing on-demand transportation service is not difficult for these small compact buses. For example, every household needs a bread winner who has to travel to his or her place of employment. Accordingly they will need transportation twice a day, 5 to 6 times a week. They may either want to be picked up and dropped at the nearest transportation hub or at a parking lot. Others might be interested in visiting their doctors or schools and colleges. In other words, opportunities exist everywhere. We cannot imagine a household where people don't step out.  Many people in the USA have their own means of transport. But when members have to travel in different directions, they will need public transportation. With this detailed and fine market research, the new company can find opportunities to offer its shuttle bus services to its target audience, who with the passage of time they will turn into loyal customers. As a result the company can find a steady stream to generate revenues whereas the people can find a reliable means of transport to reach church, mall, or market place on Sundays and in a region where none exist.

Major Vehicle Exchange is a used commercial bus dealership that has sold its public transportation buses to hundreds of startup enterprises across the United States over the past 3 decades. We fully recondition our used buses for sale to make sure they have no defects, are fully functional, and perform as expected. Our short and mid sized buses for sale look beautiful with glossy white exterior color making them appear polished and like new. Call the owner of Major Vehicle Exchange, Mr. Charles Kaufman today at 516-333-7483 today can visit their website for a detailed look at all the vehicles they have in stock.

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Used Buses For Sale | The many uses of a fully reconditioned used bus for group transportation and recreational activities

Used buses for sale are often referred to as minibuses or commercial buses and are usually built on a cutaway van chassis. There are various shuttle bus types and models available for sale in the market today but what you choose depends on how you need to use it for your business or group. For example, a charter bus is used for large group destination travel whereas a minibus is more often used for local trips around the neighborhood or longer trips for smaller groups. You will see shuttle busses traveling everywhere from churches, hotels, casinos, daycare centers, airports, colleges, and even sports teams. Their primary advantage is to make group transportation hassle-free, reduce walking time, and make sure every member reaches his/her destination in comfort and safety. The average reliable lifespan of a shuttle bus is 12-15 years and up to 300,000 miles (depending on location and service availability) and they cost $50,000 and up if purchased new. However, good pre-owned counterparts are often already used from 50,000 to 150,000 miles and can cost anywhere between $10,000 to $35,000 depending on the vehicle’s age, mileage, condition, and features. These used buses for sale still have plenty of life and offer a lot of interesting opportunities for small businesses and organizations to fulfill their transportation needs. There are several brands particularly Ford and Chevrolet that manufacture these minibusses buses for sale.

Used buses for sale are excellent vehicles to take cross-country road trips because your family car or SUV just does not have the space to seat everybody and their gear. They can also be used by churches to pick up and drop off the congregation on Sundays and attend functions together. There are many ways a bus can be used to meet the requirements of almost any group that plans to travel together. They have a lot of space and are more convenient than most other modes of transportation. Many buses are available with creature comforts including entertainment systems making them the ideal go-to vehicles for group transportation. New ones are expensive but used buses for sale are affordable and cost roughly 40% to 75% less than their new counterparts.

Used motor coaches are less affordable but they are much more expensive to maintain, run and insure than shuttle buses. Many small businesses and organizations that have limited budgets rarely buy them outright. You can always find more than 45 used shuttle buses for sale on our lot with a wide variety of features that make them affordable for those with limited budgets. Check out the above sliders and click on any vehicle image to get detailed information about the vehicle along with more than 40 exterior and interior photos. The vehicles that you chose should depend on your needs. For example, do you need a bus with a wheelchair lift to assist senior and disabled passengers? Similarly, do you need storage compartments overhead, over the seats, or at the front or at the rear end of the passenger cabin for luggage? Most rear luggage compartments are separated by a wall from the passenger cabin or do you want an interior luggage rack? It is your needs that will decide what features are required on your bus.

Church buses:

Transport your congregation or community members in style and comfort with affordable used buses for sale. Offering transportation services to and from the church gives ministries a unique opportunity to know people and make lasting relationships in the community. If the church is located near a college or university, increase your mission to serve the community on college campuses with the help of an affordable church bus. It makes traveling easier for those who cannot drive by themselves, for example, students, disabled persons, senior citizens who suffer from cataracts or can’t see in the dark, etc. Having access to a church vehicle helps them visit the church with ease and comfort. Otherwise, they would have preferred to stay at home because of the difficulties they face while traveling. These buses are not just used on Sunday mornings. They are also used for other functions of the church like organizing community kitchens, youth group events, reach outs, church trips, mission work, one-day outing, weekend or extended trips, and other service opportunities. Providing transportation to the community can soon become a full-fledged ministry. And if the bus is equipped with a wheelchair lift then it can reach out to the disabled as well as seniors who have difficulties with mobility. You don’t need to read a newspaper to know about the church van accidents. Many insurance companies have already refused to cover 15 seater vans and have raised the monthly premiums on existing ones. The only proper choice is to buy a 15 passenger shuttle bus for your church. It’s safer and financially rewarding than a church van.

We have sold thousands of buses to churches across America for the past 35 years and know the requirements of every buyer. As a result, our used buses for sale are outfitted with features and equipment that are always demanded by most startup and local churches. With more than 3 decades of experience, we help and guide every church through the bus buying process and choose the right vehicles with the right amenities that are perfect for their situation.

Engine type:

Most small buses for sale are built on several Ford chassis and are equipped with a gasoline engine. The coach body is built above the chassis from the ground up and typically can seat from 8 to 30 passengers including the driver. When it comes to mid-sized busses that are bigger than minibusses, yet smaller than a full-sized motor coach, they are built on similar Ford chassis but the manufacturers build the chassis long enough to seat anywhere from 16 to 29 passengers. These mid-sized busses are similar to trucks and other medium-duty vehicles available and are equipped with either gas or diesel engines. Buses with gasoline engines are less expensive than those with diesel engines and the price difference can be as high as up to $7,000 to $12,000 with modern emission controls. The cost of diesel is more than gasoline and offsets the higher efficiency of diesel in most cases. It is easier to find technicians to fix a gasoline engine because they are the most dominant engine type in North America. Due to these reasons, many savvy buyers choose mid-sized busses equipped with gasoline engines, and therefore manufacturers have adjusted production accordingly. Note, however, on average, a diesel engine can last up to 500,000 miles whereas a gasoline engine typically lasts from 200,0000 to 300,000 miles, and both don’t require major repairs until they have passed 100,000 miles. In small and mid-sized buses diesel engines typically operate at 12-15 mpg (miles per gallon) and gasoline engines operate at 10-12 mpg(miles per gallon) on the road. Despite these performance variations every buyer needs to analyze if they want a diesel engine or a gasoline engine. If they opt to pay a higher amount initially at the time of purchase or should they consider the economies of a somewhat longer engine several years down the road? One should also remember that with proper care and maintenance, it’s common to get the same benefits from gasoline engines that diesel engines have to offer. Keeping these facts in mind we would suggest most buyers choose gasoline engines whenever possible. Purchasers should check the hours on the engine whenever possible, not just the bus’s odometer.

Since their primary objective is to transport people over varied terrain. It’s advisable to buy busses with the biggest practical engine. The more people and cargo you transport on a single trip the more engine power will be required for comfortable travel and to support the demands of the air conditioning system which can be substantial. It will be worth the additional cost in the long run especially if you want to use the bus as a commercial carrier i.e. to transport people for a fee. Such business models are most successful if you transport the greatest number of people on a single trip which more often requires a more powerful engine.

Recreational Vehicles:

Many travel enthusiasts want to satisfy their wanderlust by traveling across the country or even the continent in their own vehicles. In the early 20th century travelers had to purchase a truck and hook a camper trailer behind it. This was expensive, inconvenient as well as hard to maintain. As the demand for family travel and camping vehicles increased, manufacturers got creative and started making buses that can be used as a recreational vehicle. The truck plus trailer model was combined together into a single unit that had a cabin for the driver as well as a living room for the passengers. But such vehicles are still expensive and cost from $75,000 to $1,000,000 for the new vehicles. It’s indeed a luxury to own a recreational vehicle but with prices, so high many travel enthusiasts and vacationers cannot afford to buy them even with financing. However, people got creative and started looking at used buses for sale to fulfill their vacation and travel needs. They can purchase a used bus, remove its seats, and convert it into a recreational vehicle by installing entertainment systems, custom seating, bedding, water tanks, bathrooms, microwaves, stove, refrigerator, table, chair, cupboards, etc. Anything they could come up with to make their journey across the country easy and hassle free. Installing a power inverter for 110 volt service with standard outlets helps to power all their electrical appliances and with proper plumbing, these used buses could be easily hooked at water supplies available at campgrounds. Across the internet, there are hundreds of DIY ideas and a new industry has developed over the years that convert used buses for sale into recreational vehicles. These vehicles could be owned well within a $20,000 to $50,000 budget including the cost of conversion. So if you are planning to go on a long vacation around the North American continent then buy a used bus for sale and modify it into a recreational vehicle. Search the internet for inspiration and do the modification by yourself or outsource it to professional converters. By using recycled materials, the cost of conversion can be as little as $10,000. Use this vehicle for 5 years and maybe you can sell it to another travel enthusiast for the same amount that you purchased it initially because new RVs are expensive and beyond the reach of most budget-conscious travelers.

Rust:

Every used bus has some amount of superficial rust on its undercarriage. Some are visible and obvious while others are hidden. Rust cannot be stopped, it grows, and replacing rusted parts can wreak havoc with your budget. Buyers should avoid buying vehicles that have rusted engine mounts, compromised frames, soft floors, and rusted sidewalls at all costs. A little bit of rust is okay but when it enters the critical areas of the bus then it should be avoided. Just because the vehicle has low mileage and is being offered at lower than new vehicle price does not mean it is a good bus to buy. It would be of great concern if the previous owner let rust eat up his bus and did not take proper care of the body and chassis. A motorcoach may have a shiny exterior but the biggest issues especially those related to rust may be hidden out of immediate sight. It is important to get the vehicle inspected by professional third-party mechanics or technicians before investing heavily in a used bus. They should check for structural integrity and look for signs of damage, rust, and corrosion. A reputable dealership will always allow inspection by third parties before selling their vehicles. The inspectors should check all major components such as transmissions, engines, body frame, electrical and hydraulic systems, air conditioning, etc, and be able to give you a detailed written analysis about the bus. Listen carefully to their advice and concerns and don’t let your immediate need for a bus to cloud your decision.

Major Vehicle Exchange has been providing used buses for sale to buyers across the country since 1985. We always have a stock of approximately 45 reconditioned used buses with varying features and functionality for almost any purpose and budget. Whether you are a church, transportation company, limo service provider, hotel or casino owner, adult daycare operator, senior center, assisted living facility, etc. we will do everything to get a bus that fits your budget and requirements. Every bus is made to go through a rigorous reconditioning process of inspection, servicing, and replacement of up to 250 parts and components. Any part that fails the inspection is either repaired or replaced. This process gives the vehicle buyer confidence, a new life and they often stay with their new owners for 10 years or more. Moreover, all our used buses have clear titles, typically one previous owner and a clean title report. After highly trained technicians complete the reconditioning process, they are 100% ready to hit the road. Once purchased the vehicles are then picked up or delivered to the buyer’s location anywhere across America. Buying a bus can be a tedious process even for the most experienced person. Our aim is to make the bus buying and owning process simple and easy even for first-time buyers. We are with you throughout the journey. When your bus is no longer needed we are often ready to buy it back from you at a reasonable price. This is sometimes the fastest and easiest way to get rid of a big vehicle that is no longer needed.

For more information about used buses for sale call the CEO, Mr. Charles Kaufman at 516-333-7483 today and subscribe to our YouTube channel for the latest updates on vehicles we have in stock.

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Used Buses For Sale | Call 516-333-7483 | How profitable is purchasing a bus?

How much profit one makes on a bus depends on several factors like the purchasing price, regular maintenance, driver wage, parking fee, insurance, registration and permits. The amount that is paid for driver wage, parking fee, registration and permits will more or less remain the same for almost all buses. However, the amount for purchasing, maintenance, and insurance differs drastically for every bus. For example, insurance companies charge a higher premium for commercial vehicles and a lower premium for those used as private vehicles like a church or a school bus. Insurance is essential for all buses on the road. Thus the monthly premiums have an impact on the profitability of the vehicle. Owners having a long established relationship with Insurance companies are charged lower premiums, whereas new customers are charged higher premiums. Thus keeping the premiums at the lower end will leave more money and profits in the owners pocket.

The drivers wage depends on the type of license they hold. A regular license holder can drive mini buses and will cost less than a commercial license holder. The commercial drivers are needed when the bus has more than 16 seats. Because then they enter the category of mid sized buses. Getting a commercial license is a hassle because its a time consuming process. The owner will have to wait until its issued and when it does, the owner gets stuck with that driver for a long time to come. It involves giving a physical test, two written tests and one driving test. First time buyers should start with minibuses so they get to know the challenges of owning and maintaining a bus. Once they get used to the minibus then it's time to upgrade to longer buses. It's tricky to operate longer buses because they extend 4 to 5 feet beyond the rear tires. These extended portions tend to swing left and right when the bus turns right or left. Thus an inexperienced driver will most likely hit into something or somebody. Smaller sized buses are compact in design hence they can be driven with a regular license. So the bottom line is that the driver of a minibus will demand a lower compensation whereas a commercial license holder will command a higher wage. Thus minibuses will generate more profits than a bigger bus.

Every vehicle requires regular maintenance. Experts suggest performing a regular check up every 6 months. This ensures optimal performance of the vehicle. A well maintained engine will give more miles per gallon of fuel than an engine whose filtration system has not been cleaned for the past 2 years. Such a choked up engine will release more nitrogen and carbons in the atmosphere inviting harsh penalties from pollution control authorities. Thus the owner has two options either to maintain the bus on a regular basis or end up paying fines. Choosing the first option is better because the vehicle will command a higher value at the time of reselling, when it's no longer needed.Thus maintenance impacts performance as well as profitability. Another great advantage of regular maintenance is that it alerts the owner of an impending breakdown. If a part gets worn out, then it will be detected in the inspection and repairing process. Thus avoiding a bigger problem or a potential accident. Just like the saying goes, a stitch in time saves nine. Similarly regular maintenance today saves thousands of dollars in the long term and avoids potential accidents. For example if the entrance step develops a hole due to an advanced level of corrosion and is left unattended then chances are high that the entire step may give away when a heavy weight person tries to step inside the vehicle. There is  an epidemic of obesity in America and such incidents will be more frequent if regular maintenance is avoided. A similar situation arises with tires. Balance loading is a critical factor in keeping a bus in good shape. The tires need to be rotated every 6 months so they all experience the same level of wear and tear. Otherwise every tire will lose its threading at different times of the year, thus requiring a visit to the repair shop more than once. So, maintenance may cost money but it keeps the bus in good operational condition, thus allowing it to transport more people and make more money for the owners.

Finally, we come to pricing which has a big impact on profitability. A new bus will cost more than a used bus. Thus a new bus will take more time to generate Returns on Investment and a used bus. If the newer version generates ROI or profits after 1 year, then a used version will generate it in just 6 months. The reason is that second hand buses cost almost half the price of a new bus. With a budget for one new bus, a buyer can purchase two used buses. Thus when there is a need to make early profits, a buyer should opt for used buses for sale. Whereas if there is a need to display status or prestige then the buyer can opt for a brand new bus. The charter industry and party organizers often buy new buses. Whereas Churches, Schools and Offices opt for used buses for sale.

If a startup entrepreneur wants to start a new transportation business and make instant cash, then he should first figure out where exactly he wants to ride the bus. Check the demand, how many people wait for a bus on that route every morning to reach their places of employment or other destinations. Find out how much fee they are ready to pay for the trip. Are they willing to pay a higher fee for a faster service? if they are in a rush then they will pay a higher fee for speedier transportation. But if they are relaxed then they will most likely avoid a higher fare bus. Start with a minibus that seats 15 people in a single trip. If people in your target location are ready to pay a dollar to get dropped at a nearby location like a Church, Shopping Mall, Cinema, Public Garden, or a beach, then you have found a quick way to make $15 in just a few minutes. Once the fare is determined, check the frequency. The bus should be occupied for almost 10 hours a day. Thus keeping it busy always will ensure the most profits. If the frequency is just limited to one or twice per day on the given route, then its time to find more routes to transport more people. Its important to take a permit from the local department of transportation before riding a big vehicle like a bus on any route. The local transportation department ensures the traffic on any route is at a normal level. They accept applications if they calculate the bus will not cause congestion during that particular time of the day. Similarly, they can reject applications if they realize the vehicle will chock a route or cause traffic jams.

Major Vehicle Exchange is a used mini bus dealership that has sold its 15 seater passenger buses to startup transportation businesses across the United States for more than 35 years. For more information about used buses for sale visit us or give us a call at 516-333-7483 today!

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Used buses for sale | Call 516-333-7483 | When were buses invented? What were they used for?

 

In 1662, Blaise Pascal a French Mathematician started a seven horse drawn vehicle system running along regular routes. Some sources say there were 3 routes others say there were 6 and one of them had a circular route. Each carriage would carry 6 to 8 passengers and would charge a fee of 5 penny for a single trip. This new transportation system was very popular. But soon people lost interest and the system was out of business by 1675. This idea by Pascal was way ahead of its time. Bus services didn't returned back to Paris until the early 19th century.

Horse driven coaches operated for several decades before the 18th century in England. Around 1830's steam engines replaced horses on several buses. Ever since these vehicles kept upgrading with the advancement in engine technology. Today we have buses that operate on gasoline, diesel, CNG, and even electricity. Before horse carriage buses were limited to transportation within cities and towns. But advancement in modern technology gave birth to large coach buses. They transported passengers across several cities and even countries. Buses are the transportation life line of every country across the world. From developed countries, to developing and under developed countries, these vehicles are everywhere. They are transporting groups of several people from the dense jungles of Africa to the concrete jungles of New York and Manhattan. They are the first choice of public transportation for Governments across the world. Because all they need to get started is a decent road. Even if the road is not constructed, these vehicles can traverse them. Many countries in Africa dont have a cargo van. Due to poverty and bad infrastructure. Hence farmers transport milk from their camels and cattle to city centers in buses. The possibility of using a bus is innumerable. They are used by entrepreneurs, party animals, vacationers, hotels, church, casino, barbershops, transportation companies, retail businesses and even full time living. Where ever there is a need to ferry more than 4 passengers, there is a bus. Vans offer a good option but they are unsafe when loaded with more than 10 passengers. Buses have dual rear wheels for extra stability. Wider aisles and a tall roof to let people stand inside and walk around with ease. Due to these comfort features minibuses for sale have increased in popularity. They have replaced the 15 seater vans across USA. 

Startup transportation companies prefer a small bus for sale over their larger counterparts. Firstly, they dont have to apply for a commercial licence to operate a short bus. Secondly, these vehicles are affordable compared to their larger brethren. Thirdly they are easy to navigate through busy streets and narrow lanes. Thus providing transportation services in areas that are not accessible by larger vehicles. Fourthly, due to their small size, they are easy to maintain and manage. They can park and cost less to repair. Last but not the least, they offer valuable hands on experience in owning and managing a bus. Once the owners figure out how to purchase a bus. And make money off it. Then they can upgrade to medium and full sized luxury coach buses for sale.

Modern buses were not invented over night. They evolved from horse carriages and replaced them completely in the first half of the 18th century after the industrial revolution. The revolution started in England around 1805 and by the 1830's all horse carriages weather private or public we replaced by automobile and steam powered buses.

In the modern era these motorized vehicles are used more by private organizations and businesses than transportation companies. But there are still others who are deprived of the benefits offered by a bus either because they dont have experience owning a bus or due to lack of knowledge and psychological barriers. For example many people think buses are big, cumbersome and expensive, need a driver with commercial licence, need a large parking space etc. This is partially true. The other half of this partial truth is that buses come in smaller sizes too which are fairly priced, easy to drive, park and maintain. Moreover, their prices fall by 45% to 70% after being in use for a few years. At this stage buses are the most affordable to people from all walks of life across the United States. Those who still cant buy them at reduced rates can opt for financing from 3rd party financial institutions at attractive interest rates even with below average and bad credit history.

Major Vehicle Exchange is a shuttle bus dealership that has sold hundreds of 15 passenger buses and 24 seater buses to customers across the United States for more than three decades. We recondition every motor coach before selling them to the next buyer thus giving customers the peace of mind that their vehicle will not break down unexpectedly. Our used buses for sale are one of the best preowned vehicles in the used bus industry with fully reconditioned and repainted interiors as well as exteriors. Thus giving each vehicle a like new appearance. At any point we maintain a stock of more than 40 used shuttle buses and update our website with their relevant information. Every bus has more than 40 photos, VIN# and a detailed description outlining the special features of the vehicles for sale. Interested buyers should visit our website to check out the inventory, short list the most preferred buses and call the owner Charles Kaufman at 516-333-7483 during business hours from Monday to Friday. We also offer free consultation to customers who dont want to make an immediate purchase but want additional information about buses in general. Get valuable information and insights from someone who has been working with second hand buses for more than 3 decades.

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Journey across the USA with affordable used buses for sale by Major Vehicle Exchange

 

You can do whatever, when you are the only passenger on the bus for example, grab your favorite seat, hang from the overhead hand rails, do push ups, observe the route from both sides, start a conversation with the driver, exchange big currency notes for smaller denominations to help you shop for groceries, give charity or donations throughout the month etc.

However, you wont be alone for too long. As the human population increases so does the number of passengers traveling in a bus. But if you want to be the only person on a bus and be surrounded by friends and family on long outdoor trips then its time to buy a shuttle bus for personal use.

New buses for sale are expensive, hence its best to get started with a used bus. They can be easily purchased from $15,000 to $25,000 and modified into a recreational vehicle for less than $10,000 if you are using salvaged materials.

One may think that spending $35,000 on a bus is expensive but the good news is that recreational vehicles tend to retain their monetary value even after 5 years. Thus, when you are done traveling across North America for 1, 2 or 3 years. You can put the vehicle up for resale at the same amount of $35,000.

The RV community is growing rapidly across the USA and finding buyers wont be difficult. Its advisable to keep the conversion simple and low cost because every buyer has his own tastes, likes and dislikes. Expensive conversion can scare away potential customers and break the deal. Hence keeping the cost low is absolutely essential when modifying a used bus for sale.

To start the conversion process, first the seats have to removed. This makes the passenger cabin empty and approximately 225 sq feet in size. This empty space can be filled with a bed, couch, table, chairs, kitchen, sink, wash basin, TV, refrigerator, microwave, cabinets and anything else that will make your family and friends feel comfortable and at home during long journeys.

Many newly married couples have converted used buses into recreational vehicles and went on long honeymoon vacations, visiting every national park in the USA. Minibuses for sale are affordable and have made traveling across the North American continent a reality for millions of Americans and Canadians. These vehicles are small in size and dont require a commercial licence to be operated. Just buy them and start riding. That's how simple it is. They have a small turning radius and can easily navigate through the narrow lanes, by lanes and heavy traffic.

You can either use the bus for your own recreational purposes or use it to make money instantly by transporting people from one location to another for a small fare. Such buses are called Jitneys that ferry passengers for a fee. Starting a transportation company has never been so easy with the help of good quality used buses for sale. Start with one vehicle and as the demand increases, purchase more used buses to make more money. These vehicles are 40% to 70% cheaper than new buses and many times 2 second hand buses can be purchased for the price of 1 new bus.

Major Vehicle Exchange is a licensed and bonded shuttle bus dealership that has been selling its premium quality preowned buses to customers across the USA for more than thirty five years. We are the bus expert and industry leaders, hence if you have any questions about buses in general then either do a Google search or pickup the phone and call us at 516-333-7483 during normal business hours and ask for the CEO Charles Kaufman. We are a no pressure company and offer no obligation consultation to interested buyers. If you seriously looking forward to purchase a bus then it would be good to browse through our website at the link mentioned above. We always maintain a regular inventory of more than 40 vehicles and you will definitely find one that suits your budget as well as requirement 100%.

Bus dealerships are not located everywhere and chances are high that we are not in your home state. We are located in New York and have delivered our premium vehicles as far as the state of Texas. For more information on shipping and delivery visit our website or feel free to contact Charlie today. We have sold our vehicles to thousands of customer over the past three decades and repeat customers form the backbone of our business success. We hope you will be the next to join our long list of happy and satisfied customers across the USA. Bus ownership is a process from buying to disposal and we stand by our customers throughout the journey.

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Used buses for sale | 516-333-7483 | How a Church can start a bus ministry?

The biggest problem a startup or existing Church face is having an adequate parking facility. As a church grows more people come to attend Sunday mass and other activities in their car. A Church is bound to run out of good parking space for its followers. Due to this reason, many Churches are forced to change their address and move towards the city outskirts so they can get better parking spaces at a cheaper price. However, there is a solution to this problem. A Church can start a Bus Ministry and encourage its followers to travel on the Church bus rather than their vehicles. People love the idea of traveling together for Sunday mass in a Church bus. Your congregation will readily and happily accept your bus offer. Having a church bus service to pick-up and drop members to and from the Church has several benefits. This includes a reduction in fuel costs. Twenty members visiting the Church in a bus is far better than 20 people arriving in their vehicles. This saves a lot of money on fuel. Refueling a bus is economical than refueling 20 cars. Further, a bus emits less carbon dioxide compared to 20 cars. A Church bus reduces air pollution. Isn't it a good idea to visit the Church in a manner that neither harms any being nor the environment. Next, its easier to pay for and park one bus than 20 cars. With a Church bus, you can make sure everybody in your congregation arrives on time. A Church bus service increases punctuality and reduces absenteeism in your members. This means you can start your event on time always, with every member present and punctual. The members in your congregation will have no excuse to be late or absent. Next, with a Church bus ministry, you can reach out to those who cannot travel to the church. For example seniors citizens, handicap people, and children. A bus will help your church to reach out to the weak and neglected people in your neighborhood. A Church bus also helps you advertise your Church services and functions. You can wrap up your bus with the Church name, address and contact information. Church buses offer free advertising to the Church on the routes they travel. When your church bus runs through a neighborhood on specific days and particular times, people get to know your church and the staff. A church bus helps socialize and build relationships with the people on its route.

With all the benefits listed above, now its time to discuss how to buy a bus? and which buses to buy??? When one thinks of buying a bus, they think of buying new buses for sale. However, this is not a good idea. New buses are expensive. Many startup Church's do not have the budget to pay for a new bus. If you want to use your bus for more than 20,000 miles then you need a new bus. Alternatively, if you want to use the bus for more than 5 years then you need a new bus. Under normal circumstances and Church bus will never clock more than 5,000 annually. Why buy a brand new bus that can cost upwards of $50,000 if you don't want to use it frequently??? Furthermore, a brand new bus will depreciate 25% to 30% of its original value in the first year of being on the road. This depreciation of your newly brought bus will be irrespective of the mileage it travels in the first year. With all these drawbacks listed, would you still look for a new bus for sale ??? Most likely, no!!!

Hence many pastors and baptists search for used buses for sale. Used buses for sale are far easier to buy than a new bus. A used bus for sale can cost half the price of a new bus. That means for the price of a new bus you can buy 2 used buses for sale. Once you have purchased a used bus, you need to get it registered and insured. In both cases, you have to pay less on registration fees and fewer premiums since they are calculated by the price of the bus. Buy now you have already saved thousands of dollars with used buses for sale. Your savings will be more if you buy a diesel engine bus. Diesel-powered buses for sale provide a lot of fuel economy in the long run. However, it should be noted that a bus with a diesel engine will be more expensive than a gas-powered bus. The price difference can be between $4,000 to $8,000 depending on the age and mileage of the engine. Similarly, a bus with automatic transmission will be more expensive than a bus with manual transmission. The price of used buses for sale generally depends on their age and mileage. You should look for a used bus that has less than 200,000 miles. If you can get your hands on a used bus with less than 50,000 miles, that will be fantastic. The used bus should be less than 10 years of age. It should be a Non-CDL bus. Many buses require a commercial license to operate. It's difficult to acquire a commercial license. Hence you should buy a used bus that is Non-CDL. Non-CDL means a bus that does not require a commercial license. Such buses can be easily driven by a regular license. Hence if the driver gets sick, you jump into the seat or any other staff member with a regular license. The diesel engine of a used bus should have less than 500,000 miles on it. Similarly, the gas engine of a used bus should have less than 300,000 miles on it. These are the criteria for the selection of a suitable used bus for your Church Ministry.

A Church does not use its bus frequently. It uses the bus once, twice or three times a week. Hence a Church bus never clocks more than 5,000 miles on its odometer. That's why the Church needs to look for used buses rather than new buses. Previously, 15 seater vans were very popular with Church's. However, these vans tended to roll over when preforming sharp maneuvers and their tires would blow out. Hence the National Transportation Safety Board declared the 15 seaters van a dangerous vehicle to travel. After this, the insurance companies stepped in and either canceled or raised their premium rates on 15 seater van policies. This resulted in Church's selling or abandoning their 15 seater vans for the safety of their members. Thus causing a huge demand for 15 seater minibusses for sale and mid-sized buses for sale. The minibusses and mid-sized buses were far safer than the vans due to their low center of gravity and the less likely hood of their rolling over. Now, you know why used buses for sale are so popular with Church ministries.

There are several benefits of buying used buses for sale. We have already covered a few of the benefits above like savings on purchase, registration fee, and insurance premiums. However, the benefits are not limited to this alone. Used buses for sale are easily customizable. You can add or remove any part or equipment in a used bus depending on your requirement. This is a luxury. You do not get such a luxury with new buses. Your ministry will require a fleet of several buses. You can start with a single bus. But, since used buses are cheaper you can increase your fleet rapidly. If finance is an obstacle, then you can get financed easily from third-party lenders at attractive interest rates. If you buy the secondhand bus for sale from a licensed and bonded dealership, they will offer an extended warranty as well. You don't get this option when you buy preowned buses for sale from private individuals or organizations.

Buy now you have a good idea of the ideal used bus for your ministry. The used bus should also have creature friendly features like air conditioning, heating units, rubber floor, vinyl seats, entertainment system, large and tinted windows, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, stainless steel entrance rails, and overhead handrails. It should also have interior overhead lighting. These are the basic requirements to keep your passengers comfortable on long journeys. Church buses travel up to 1 hour from the church in either direction. Hence passenger comfort should be your top priority.

When it comes to buying the used bus. You need to be cautious and alert. Private sellers will repaint their used buses, change their seats and tires to make a quick sale. They will list their used buses as reconditioned buses and lure buyers into a quick transaction. You need to keep in mind that every used bus for sale is a defective vehicle. They have gone through a lot of wear and tear over the years on the road. They have gone through the depreciation process. And hence their electrical and mechanical equipment is not in good shape. Do you want to buy such a used bus???

You should buy used buses for sale from established used bus dealerships that have a long history and list of satisfied customers. A dealership will inspect, check, repair and replace more than 750 parts in the used bus to make it fit for the road. They get the bus inspected by experienced technicians from the department of transportation. The bus is certified, inspected and ready to hit the road. Such a reconditioning process increases the longevity of your used bus. It won't break down and cause unexpected catastrophic repairs that would wreak havoc with your business. These are the type of used buses for sale that you need to buy for your church ministry. They are repainted and reconditioned from bumper to bumper. They have a like-new appearance. When you stand next to a reconditioned used bus for sale and a new bus for sale you will not be able to tell the difference between them. Such used buses are perfect for group transportation and ministry services.

If you are sold on the idea of buying used buses for sale for your church ministry then contact Major Vehicle Exchange today. They are a bonded and licensed dealership that has been in the business of selling refurbished used buses for more than 35 years. You can visit their website from the link mentioned above at the beginning of this article. Or you can type in their website URL in your web browser. There are more than 50 used buses for sale on their website. Their site has 2 vertical sliders on either side. Buses with wheelchair lifts are listed on the left side and buses without wheelchair lifts are listed on the right-hand side. Click on the vehicle of your choice and you will be redirected to a new page. The new page will give you all the details of the bus like its age, mileage, stock number, VIN, internal and external features, more than 40 photos and a video describing the bus in detail. Once you have shortlisted your favorite buses you can call their owner CHARLES KAUFMAN at 516-333-7483 to further discuss the sales process. You can pay via bank transfer or PayPal. And Charlie will get the used bus delivered to your location of choice within a few days.

Once you have the bus, get it registered and insured. Then you are ready to go to work with your newly purchased used bus for sale.

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Used buses for sale | 516-333-7483 | How to start a New business??

So you want to start a business, but don't know where to start from? Maybe you want to start a business to live a happier and fulfilled with your family. Or you may want to further your career by establishing your own business. As the saying goes, the most satisfying job in the world is to be your BOSS. You might have also heard of the saying, "To make money, one needs to spend money". Hence in this article, we will give you a sure shot way to make easy money and start your very own business.

The human population is growing every day. And people need to travel every single day to get to their place of employment. Every country in this world has a network of buses that transport people from one location to another. Public transport is an important part of our daily lives. The economies of most countries will come to a halt if they don't have buses to transport people. According to the American Bus Association, 40% of buses cater to the tourism industry. However, regions with no public transport are strong markets to start a transportation business. All you need to start a transportation business is a bus.

Buses can easily transport large groups of people from one location to another. Your earning potential will depend on the size of the bus. If your bus accommodates more passengers then you can make more money on a single trip. And if your bus can transport fewer people then you make less money in a single trip. There are 2 types of buses. Buses that require a commercial driving license and buses that do not require a commercial license. To start a transportation business, you need to start from a single bus that does not require a commercial license. Such a bus that can be driven on a regular license is called the Non-CDL bus. Minibusses for sale fall into the category of Non-CDL buses.

Once you have decided on the type of bus. The next thing that you need to decide is to buy new buses or used buses for sale for your transportation business. New buses for sale are extremely expensive. They can wreak havoc with your limited budget and even break your bank account. A brand new bus for sale in America can cost you upwards of $50,000. Many startups in the transportation industry do not have the funds to buy a new bus. You need to buy a new bus if you want to drive your bus for more than 20,000 miles. Alternatively, you need a new bus if you want to use it for more than 5 years. If you don't want to use the bus so long and don't want to use it frequently then why spend $50,000 on buying it in the first place. Moreover, you will lose money with the purchase of a new bus. New buses depreciate up to 30% in the first year of being on the road. The depreciation is independent of mileage the bus has traveled. Now, you have an idea as to why you should not start a transportation business with a new bus.

It will be good to have a business plan before you start a transportation business. A simple plan to fulfill the desire of people to travel. If you have a target location in mind, that's good. If not, you need to find one. Look for areas that don't have public transportation. Observe how far people travel daily to reach their place of employment? How frequently they travel? Are they busy? Are they lazy? Do they have spending power? Once you have found your target location, then you need to buy a bus to get started. New buses are a bad idea as discussed above. The ideal vehicle to start transporting people are used buses for sale. A well-used bus is a vehicle with less than 200,000 miles on its odometer. It should be less than 10 years of age. It should have a maximum of one previous owner. It should be a popular model bus like a Ford or a Chevrolet. The model of the bus is very important when buying used buses for sale. If in the rare case your bus breaks down then you need to buy spare parts to fix your bus. The spare of Ford buses and Chevrolet model buses are easy to source in the USA & Canadian markets. If you buy used buses for sale that are not popular models. Then you may have to import spare parts. This can take up to 3 to 4 months. Until then your bus will sit idle in the repair shop. You don't want this to happen to your startup business. You don't want to buy a used bus for sale only to let it sit idle in the repair shop. Hence when you buy a used bus for sale, either go for a Ford bus or a Chevrolet Bus. There are other popular models in the USA & Canada. However, Ford & Chevrolet are the most common.

Once you have entered the used buses for sale market in search of a well-used bus. Now, you need to look for a bus with good interiors. Your used bus should be creature friendly. People will frequently travel in your bus if it is comfortable. If not, they will look for other vehicles to travel. A used bus should have an entertainment system like a music player, it should have high capacity front and rear air conditioning, it should also have a heating unit to comfort passengers in the colder months, it should have vinyl seats. People prefer traveling in buses with vinyl seats because they are easy to clean and maintain. Cloth seats get dirty and dusty easily. Cloth seats are not good for long-distance travel, as it can make the passenger sweat below the waistline. The vinyl seats of your used bus should have armrests, grab handles and seat belts for the safety of your passengers. Your used bus should also have fire extinguishers and first aid kit in case of an emergency. Your secondhand bus should be repainted from bumper to bumper to give it a like-new appearance. Its exterior should be in excellent condition. Because when people decide to travel on a bus, they want to look at its exterior first. Then they want to get a feel of its interiors. Finally, they settle down and get ready to travel on the bus. Your preowned bus should also have large luggage capacity. People who travel long distances always carry a lot of luggage with them. A used bus will have luggage compartments overhead and under the floor. It may even have luggage compartments at the rear end of the bus. To make the journey enjoyable for passengers, your secondhand bus should have large tinted windows. The large windows will give an excellent view of the route you travel. The tinted windows will protect passengers from direct sunlight and offer some privacy at the same time. Your bus should also have stainless steel entrance rails and overhead handrails. It should have interior overhead lighting too.

By now you know that your startup transportation business needs a business plan and a used non-CDL bus equipped with creature friendly features and amenities. If you are in the USA or Canada, the next question is where to buy these used buses for sale from??? You can buy used buses for sale from individuals, organizations, businesses or institutions. OR you can buy used buses for sale from licensed and bonded used bus dealerships. You need to be cautious and alert when buying used buses for sale from individuals, businesses, organizations or institutions. They repaint the bus to give it a fresh look. They change the seats and tires to make it look appealing to the eye. Then they listed their used buses as reconditioned or refurbished to make a quick sale. They even sell their used buses cheap to get rid of the vehicle. Do not get lured into their trap. Think before you buy the bus. A used bus has acquired thousands of miles on its odometer. It has gone through a lot of wear and tear. Due to being on the road for several years, it has several defective electrical and mechanical equipment. When you buy a cheap bus for sale from its owner. Do you want to go through the hassle of fixing it??? Do you have any knowledge of how to fix and repair a used bus?? 99% of the time your answer will be a big NO. Your startup transportation business is about transporting passengers from point A to point B for a fee. It's NOT about fixing or repairing a used bus. You always need to focus on the primary objective of your business that is to move people around. Hence you will need used buses for sale that are repainted and reconditioned from bumper to bumper. The real meaning of reconditioning or refurbishing a used bus is to check, inspect, repair and replace more than 1000 parts and equipment. Such a process increases the longevity of your used buses. A truly reconditioned used bus will be a bit more expensive than a used bus that is being sold by an individual. You can get your hands on a refurbished used bus from a licensed and bonded used bus dealership. A secondhand bus that is being sold by an individual, business, organization or institution will cost less than $5000. And a reconditioned used bus sold by a dealership can cost less than $25,000. It all depends on the age, size, and mileage of the used bus. Though a bit expensive, it is advisable to start your transportation business with reconditioned used buses for sale. It will be worth paying the high price up front rather than spending more later, on frequent repairs and fixes. If you don't have the money to buy reconditioned used buses for sale, no problem. The dealership will offer to advise on third party financiers who can finance your purchase at an attractive interest rate. The dealership will also offer an extended warranty on your purchase. This is something that you cannot get from other private sellers.

If you are convinced that refurbished used buses for sale are good for your startup transportation business then visit Major Vehicle Exchange at the link mentioned above. You can shortlist your favorite used buses from a list of more than 50 used buses for sale. Once you have the list ready, you can contact their owner Mr. Charles Kaufman at 516-333-7483 to discuss your requirement further. You can make the payment online via PayPal or bank wire and Charlie will get the vehicle delivered to your doorstep in a few days. If you make the payment via their online shop on eBay then your purchase will be protected by eBay guarantee. Giving you the peace of mind that you need when making online purchases. With the eBay guarantee, you will get a bus that is exactly like it has been described in the eBay listings.

Once you have the used bus delivered to your doorstep. Now is the time to get any license or permits that are required to operate the bus in your target location.  Speak to officials in the transportation department of your target area. Ask them what licenses and permits will be required to get the bus running in their area. With the license and permit, you will also have to acquire insurance on your bus. Insurance is compulsory on every vehicle that is being driven in the USA or Canada. You can get insurance on your bus, on the driver and even on the passengers. It depends on the type of scheme that you choose. However, the good news is that you will have to pay less on insurance premiums every month since you purchased a secondhand bus at a cheaper price. Insurance premiums depend on the price of the vehicle. Your used bus has already started saving money for you. But you get licenses, permits, and insurance on your used bus. You need to get it registered to claim your ownership of the bus. If you don't register your bus, others may steal your bus and claim to be its legal owner. To avoid this scenario you need to get your bus registered the moment it is delivered to your home or office. Once again there is good news for you. Since you have bought a preowned bus at a cheaper rate, you will have to pay less for the registration fee. This is because the registration fee is determined by the cost of the vehicle.

Though you have not started making money on your bus. You have already saved thousands of valuable dollars for your startup transportation business. Used buses for sale cost half the price of a new bus. You have already saved more than $25,000 by buying a reconditioned used bus for sale. Since you have paid less to buy the bus, you will have to pay fewer insurance premiums and less registration fee. Since these are calculated on the cost of the bus. After buying the bus, getting it registered and insured, now is the time to get the necessary permits in your target location as discussed above. Once you have all the paperwork in place, you can start driving your bus in your target area or you can hire a driver with a regular license to drive the bus for you. Make sure the driver has a clean driving record. Give him clear instructions on which route to drive and where to stop. You will also need an assistant and a captain apart from the driver. A three-member team will be good to run and manage your bus efficiently. If you don't have the funds to hire 3 people then do it yourself......lol!!!! Minibusses have a passenger entrance gate near the driver's cabin. This will enable you to collect money from the onboarding passengers while staying in your seat. When a bus is used to transport people from one location to another for a fee, it is called a Jitney Bus. Now you are the proud owner of a Jitney bus. Take routes that give you the most number of passengers. Talk to people in your target area, distribute pamphlets, observe what your competition is doing? Which routes are they driving? You can charge a higher fee to pick up passengers who stay far away from the main road in the interiors. You can pick them up from their doorstep. Get connected with people and businesses. Institutions and organizations. A church will always need a bus. Offer your services to your local Church. If luck is on your side, the local Church will keep you employed throughout the year. Similarly, anybody who wants to transport a group of people will need your service. For example, your bus will be required for birthday parties, wedding ceremonies, business meetings, beer or wine tours, pickup & drop service for Schools and Colleges, Casino runs and even sports teams. The possibilities are endless when you own a bus because people will always have a reason to travel in a group. Your used minibus will be the ideal vehicle to solve their problem and transport the group to their destination.

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