When a Master Carpenter Builds a No Budget Bus Conversion

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Published 2023-08-11
Brad Nott and his wife Donna built an absolutely stunning School Bus Conversion in their Vintage 1985 Crown. Their goal was to make it look like a yacht and with an extremely experienced builder (Brad), a roof raise to increase the interior ceiling height, leftover luxury materials like Sapele, and a "no budget" approach they absolutely pulled it off! See more photos of their build here: www.instagram.com/crown_n_around/

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All Comments (21)
  • @dantizzle00
    Across van life, schoolies, campers, all--this is easily one of my top two favorite builds. The incorporation of creativity, craftsmanship, and practicality is top notch. Phenomenal build.
  • @TheWayWalker
    THIS is one of the nicest conversions I've seen. It looks very classy and was so well thought out. Kudos to this family.
  • @BasicallyNomads
    DUDE. This might TRULY be the best bus conversion ever done. A proper carpenter on the inside and crowned in style in the electrical bay? Are you kidding me?!
  • @TheLeonDev
    This gentleman is so excited as he talks about his home that I feel his joy infecting me.
  • Are you kidding me??!!!! This is THE BEST BUS BUILD EVER!!!! I'm speechless. Beautifully designed, well-planned, perfectly executed.... Wow.... I mean, WOWW. I love this guy, his spirit and energy... So fun. Enjoy the journey ahead!! Much love 💕😊
  • @gordofromearth
    Brad and Donna are the real deal, and a couple of dang fine conversationalists to boot.
  • @crownnaround
    THANKS TO EVERYONE FOR ALL THE LOVE!! THANKS to MOBILE DWELLINGS!! Justin did an awesome job on this video.
  • @RenderedInept
    Brad and Donna have been friends of mine since the 90's...He visited me recently in this bus. I knew he had been upgrading it but I hadn't seen any videos or pictures since the roof raise. When I stepped into the bus to check it out I couldn't believe my eyes! I know brad well and he has always been a technically gifted guy but the level he took this bus interior was so off the charts and unexpected that it left me kind of jaw dropped! We had limited time together and he showed me what he could but I'm thankful to Mobile Dwellings for this long format video that details features that even a walkthrough that we did didn't cover...Thanks!!
  • @rhemmie2825
    Crown buses are just a gorgeous shape. Even the roof raise didnt spoil that. And an excellent job achieving the yacht interior look. That is one beautiful bus.
  • @andysbatten
    If you want a quality bus then you can’t beat a Crown!
  • I'm at a loss as to which is better, this phenomenal conversion or listening to his masterclass on it. What a talented man who finally gets to live out his dream in style. Hot diggety. Blessings to you and wife and family on your great adventure. ❤❤❤❤
  • Just WOW! (The epoxy inlay-table. The inside roof. The chosem wood. The shower. The kitchen. The bedroom. 10/10!)
  • @tomi6261
    The vibe that this couple gives off is SO AMAZING. Congrats to them for everything they have built. This is a textbook example of being rewarded for obviously living right!!!
  • @REGRETLYSS1
    I need Brad and Donna to adopt me asap. STUNNING build, great people. Well done!
  • @jimlasswell4491
    A work of art. When I wrote my first novel, it just flowed; as if I was reading it. When you described how your bedroom came together you reminded me. There is a fine line between an artist and an artisan.
  • @gaarcemail
    That beats most RVs of mass production in aesthetics and practicality. Really, really beautiful. I wish you and your family many years of enjoyment, so well deserved.
  • @dixiechicken2643
    The wood (and the work) in this van as outstanding. The warmth from that wood is something else, and the work you do sir, is so beautiful. You should be very proud.
  • @terrymoffett1356
    You knew what you wanted to accomplish, and with your hands it happened. That’s the value of being a skilled craftsman. And I’m enjoying other viewers comments.
  • @gideonporter537
    I love the craftsmanship of Brad - and he's so casual about it all! 😂
  • @intsccents
    I am a furniture manufacture in the U.S.A and absolutely love this mans work on his bus ! this is real quality work from top to bottom...