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1. What are the different size buses and their general price ranges?
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Three Size Categories
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Price Ranges for New Buses*
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Smaller Buses - Up to 15 Passengers**
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$39,900 - $48,000
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Midsize Buses - 16 to 26 Passengers
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$47,700 - $56,000
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Larger Buses - 27 to 45 Passengers
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$66,000 - $102,000
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Type-A School Buses - 15 to 42 children
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$42,700 - $62,000
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* Used Buses are also available. Prices vary considerably based on age and mileage.
** Buses that are 15 passenger and under do not require a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
2. Who makes these buses?
Some of the leading bus manufactures are Starcraft, Glaval, Federal Coach, ElDorado National, MidBus, and Collins. The bus provider for LifeWay Church Bus Sales, Carpenter Bus Sales, represents all these manufacturers.
These buses feature chassis built by Ford, Chevrolet, GMC, International and Freightliner. (Most are Fords.)
3. What are some of the most popular options?
- V-10 Gas Engine
- Rear Storage & Overhead Storage
- Audio/Video Packages
- Wheel chair stations & lifts
- Seat Side Sliders (more hip room)
- Dual Air Conditioners
4. Are 15-passenger vans really unsafe?
Yes. Because of the number of lawsuits against churches, some of the major insurance companies are no longer insuring these vans. For more information on van safety click here.
5. Is financing available?
Yes, up to 100% financing is available for up to 7 years.
6. Why has LifeWay chosen Carpenter Bus Sales as their bus provider?
- They understand the transportation needs of churches. They are church-friendly.
- They are the largest Church Bus Dealer in the country. With their large inventory, you won't have to wait months for your bus to be ready. It's ready and waiting right now.
- In business since 1953, they know buses. Over the years they have learned what will work for you and what won't.
- They have developed a "Local Warranty Program" that allows you to get warranty service in your local area.
- They are glad to pay you fair market value on your trade-ins.
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