2003 Ford E-450 Skoolie – Off-Grid Ready

Fully converted 2003 Ford E-450 Shuttle Bus with the legendary 7.3L Powerstroke Diesel – already titled as an RV for easy registration & insurance. This is a reliable, off-grid ready rig that’s been professionally maintained and thoughtfully converted for full-time vanlife or epic road trips.

🚐 Vehicle Details

• 7.3L Diesel engine – recent work at Ford dealership: new glow plugs, injectors, and valve cover gaskets

• Runs and drives great – plenty of power for long trips

• 6’2” standing height inside

• Titled as an RV

🛋 Interior Conversion

• Queen-size bed

• Butcher block countertop & storage

• Full shower + Dry flush toilet

• Three-burner propane stove + oven

• On-demand propane water heater

• Diesel heater for 4-season use

• Costway electric fridge

• Blackout curtains for privacy

• Rooftop deck + leveling jacks

🔋 Power & Off-Grid System (Installed by Chuck Cassady, Denver)

• 800W Solar (2x 400W mono panels)

• EG4 LifePower4 V2 24V 200AH server rack battery (200–300ah usable range)

• Victron 3000W Inverter + Smart Solar Charge Controller + BMV712 battery monitor

• 2000W inverter/charger

• Alternator + shore power charging

📱 Tech & Extras

• Touchscreen stereo w/ Apple CarPlay & Android Auto

• WeBoost antenna for better cell service

• MaxAir fan w/ remote

• Backup camera

This bus has taken me on multiple long trips (including Sturgis twice) and has been a comfortable, reliable home on wheels. Ready for its next adventure.