Financing a classic coach - HOW TO??

[Adria Haynes]

I've been toying with the blasphemous idea of selling my 1980 35FC and
maybe stepping into something in the 40' pusher range. What I think I
might be able to swing puts me into an older group of absolutely
beautiful busses. The problem is that I have no idea where I would
turn to acquire reasonable financing for a cherry of a 72 Prevost, or
a beautifully converted and cared for 1955 GMC "Sienic Cruiser" with
the upper level and vista roof. I know this is the Bluebird crowd,
but we are also a bus crowd with a VERY deep pool of life experiences.

Does anybody have any experience with this? I know there are lots of
older sweethearts out there that still rightfully bring high dollars.
I just find it impossible to believe that every coach sold that is
older than like 1982 is a cash deal.

What do you know?

John

[Dave Beatty]

When I went shopping for a loan on my 83 FC35SB, I found a loan from
my local credit union which I took advantage of.

After the paperwork was all done, I discover a loan available from my
Insurance company (USAA) which offered a better rate.

I hope this helps. I know that finding a loan for the older
motorhomes can be a challenge.

Dave Beatty
83 FC35SB (BirdCage)
Federal Way, Washington State
beattyd at yahoo dot com

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Date: Wed Jul 27, 2005 11:07 am
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I've been toying with the blasphemous idea of selling my 1980 35FC and
maybe stepping into something in the 40' pusher range. What I think I
might be able to swing puts me into an older group of absolutely
beautiful busses. The problem is that I have no idea where I would
turn to acquire reasonable financing for a cherry of a 72 Prevost, or
a beautifully converted and cared for 1955 GMC "Sienic Cruiser" with
the upper level and vista roof. I know this is the Bluebird crowd,
but we are also a bus crowd with a VERY deep pool of life experiences.

Does anybody have any experience with this? I know there are lots of
older sweethearts out there that still rightfully bring high dollars.
I just find it impossible to believe that every coach sold that is
older than like 1982 is a cash deal.

What do you know?

John