International 3400 Conventional Transit Bus / Skoolie Conversion Project
International / Carpenter or Thomas Built Body · Automotive & Vehicles > Commercial Vehicles
Era / Decade
Late 1990s to Early 2000s based on the International 3400 chassis design with a conventional cowled hood and integrated bus body.
Material
Heavy-duty steel chassis, fiberglass and steel body panels, commercial-grade automotive glass, industrial rubber flooring components.
Condition
Poor / Parts or Project Vehicle. Heavy exterior weathering, algae/mold growth from sitting in grass/weeds, potential mechanical immobility, tires likely flat or rotted, and unknown interior or engine condition.
Demand Level
Niche
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$1,500 - $3,500 - $6,000
Estimated Retail Value
$60,000 - $80,000 (Original new fleet/commercial price)
Comparable Sales
Similar early-2000s International transit and school buses in non-running or project condition generally sell locally via Facebook Marketplace and GovDeals for between $1,500 and $4,000 depending on rust levels and whether the diesel engine turns over.
Description
Offering a large commercial transit bus built on an International 3400 chassis, formerly used by Cornerstone Ministries. Features a traditional cowled engine front, dual rear wheels, passenger entry door, and multiple tinted transit windows. Currently sitting on grass and overgrown with weeds, indicating it has been parked and stationary for an extended period. Sold strictly as a project bus, ideal for a skoolie (school bus conversion) RV build, mobile tiny home, or heavy-duty parts donor. Mechanical working order is completely unknown. Buyer is responsible for towing and removal.
Key Features
International 3400 commercial chassis with a durable medium-duty diesel engine platform; highly sought-after canvas for 'skoolie' RV conversions; spacious interior capacity; standard heavy-duty commercial air brakes and suspension components.
Authenticity Indicators
Factory International grill emblem and 3400 series labeling on the cowl; standard commercial vehicle VIN plate located on the driver door frame. Confidence level: High.
Flaws to Note
Heavy exterior dirt, mildew, and weathering; tires sitting in earth/weeds; likely requires a tow or flatbed for removal; mechanical status, transmission, and engine health are completely untested and unknown; potential rust on the undercarriage.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, or specialized Skoolie/Vanlife classified groups and forums due to local pickup and transport requirements.
Selling Tips
Price to sell quickly as a non-runner or project vehicle; clearly state that buyer is responsible for towing and all transport logistics; take multiple photos of the interior, engine bay, and undercarriage if accessible to attract serious DIY builders; emphasize the chassis model for skoolie enthusiasts.