Bus Sales Frequently Asked Questions

 BUS SALES GUIDE, ARE THERE ANY GUIDELINES FOR PURCHASING A BUS?

Yes, please read our Bus Sales Guide. It will answer many of your questions on how to choose a bus for sale.

REFURBISHING A BUS, WHAT IS INVOLVED?

Our mini buses and midsize used bus sales that are Refurbished go through a thorough inspection with over 250 parts that are inspected. We either repair or replace items that don’t pass our inspection. Some parts like alternators, starters, water pumps, power steering pumps, pulley bearings, brake calipers and pads, steering stabilizers, we replace automatically so that you know they will last. Other parts like wheel covers, ball joints and tires we replace 95% of the time. Only if they are almost new do we leave them. We also paint all of our mini to midsize shuttle buses so that there will be no overlooked blemishes on the bus.

ARE ALL YOUR USED BUSES REFURBISHED?

All of our small to midsize used buses are refurbished as noted: sometimes we will have a trade-in that we will sell “As-Is”. Our coach buses are only cleaned and painted; we try to buy them in a mechanically sound condition.

LOCATION, WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?

We are conveniently located halfway between New York City and Miami on Interstate 95 at Exit 17 in North Carolina 15 miles North of South Carolina. See our contact Bus Sales Department page for a map. Our physical and mailing address is 1173 Kenric Road, Lumberton, North Carolina 28360

INVENTORY, WHAT IF YOU DON’T HAVE WHAT I’M LOOKING FOR?

If by chance we don't have the bus you are looking for in our online Bus Sales Inventory, please call our Bus Sales Department; chances are we will have the bus you want soon. Our inventory changes constantly.

MAINTENANCE, DO YOU SERVICE BUSES?

Yes, we have a fully equipped Service Department with 16 bays, available to our bus sales customers.

CHURCH BUS, DO YOU SELL CHURCH BUSES?

Yes, 90% of our bus sales at Absolute Bus are for Church Buses, so we are most familiar with what the needs of churches are when it comes to purchasing a church bus.

PARTS, DO YOU STOCK PARTS?

Yes, we stock most parts for the buses we sell. Bus Parts

AIRPORT, WHAT AIRPORT ARE YOU NEAR?

If traveling by commercial airline to visit us, fly into Fayetteville, North Carolina (FAY). Call us a couple of days prior to your arrival and we will meet you at the airport. If flying by private plane we can meet you at the Lumberton airport which is within sight of Absolute Bus Sales.

NEW BUS, DO YOU SELL NEW BUSES?

Yes, if you are shopping for a new bus for sale, we are the authorized Krystal Koach  and Ameritrans Bus dealer for North and South Carolina. If we don't have it in stock, just pick your bus and options, sign a Bill of Sale with deposit and we will place your order.

AGE, HOW OLD IS YOUR BUSINESS?

We have been in the bus business for 21 years. We have been at the Interstate 95 location for 11 years. See our Bus Sales information page for more about Absolute Bus sales.

DIESEL OR GAS, WHICH IS BEST FOR A BUS?

Contrary to the truth, much of the general public believe that having a gas bus is the best decision, thinking that it is easier to work on and to find a mechanic. There are reasons why 95% of the professional transportation industry buy diesel; less maintenance, longevity, and fuel mileage. When a diesel will cost an extra $8,000.00 as an option, the professionals still prefer diesel. Even with 200,000 miles the diesel is still considered “Low Mileage”. And yes, there are plenty of diesel mechanics. Diesels have become so popular in light duty trucks now, that most all dealerships have diesel mechanics for the same engines used in most small to mid sized buses

LUGGAGE, SHOULD I HAVE LUGGAGE SPACE IN MY BUS?

It all depends on whether you will be using it primarily for overnight trips. If not, you can always put your luggage on seats for the occasional overnight trip. But you can’t sit in a luggage compartment! In most cases we can add a luggage area or remove it.

HANDICAP BUS, DO YOU HAVE WHEELCHAIR LIFT BUSES?

Yes, we try to keep a good selection of ADA equipped Handicap buses for sale in our inventory.

FINANCING, DO YOU HAVE FINANCING?

We do not provide “In House” financing, although we do work with many reputable finance companies that can offer you, in most cases, a better deal than your bank. They offer lower rates, and are faster, because they specialize in bus loans. Most banks will take about 2 months to close a deal. These specialized bus finance companies normally only take 2 weeks to close and are normally 2 points less in interest.

VAN ROLLOVER RISKS, WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT PASSENGER VAN RISKS?

The determination by the National Transportation Safety Board that the 15 passenger van due to it’s tendency to roll over during reflex traffic maneuvers or tire blow outs was part of the reason for an increase in shuttle bus sales. After the 15 passenger van was declared dangerous, the insurance industry stepped in and either canceled or raised their rates on van policies. Thus, the mini to midsize bus became very popular. Because of the lower center of gravity there is less likelihood of a rollover, making it the safer vehicle. Please watch the video on our Bus Sales verses Passenger Vans page.

TESTIMONIALS, DO YOU HAVE CUSTOMERS STATEMENTS ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS?

Yes, Please see our Testimonials Page.