This may be the best Scenic Cruiser Restoration/Conversion I've ever seen. I looked into the feasibility of such a project many years ago and after studying the project I decided it was not practical. What this craftsman did in raising the roof and lengthening the coach is nothing short of genius due to the original design and engineering.
SharpEnuff I think you are dead on! What a gorgeous vehicle! Beautiful craftsmanship inside and out. Too bad the camerawork was not better to really see what was going on inside.
This has to be one of the best home made bus conversions I have ever seen in my life !!! I know about these things because I converted a 1984 MC9 and it was a lot of work ! This looks like a palace compared to mine. The really impressive part is the engine transplant !!! To change a V drive to a T drive I here is a lot of work !!! That coach must fly up a steep hill with a series 60 !!! I have a 6V92T and I'm down to 25 mile per hour on a hill ! Amazing Amazing work !!! Congrats !!!
GREAT Job on the bus, awesome work. I so love these things. I spent Spring break and the summer of 1981 driving one of these for a bicycle tour group. The front was standard but the rear was all bunks, triple deck. We went as far south as Key West, west as San Francisco, east as Halifax Nova Scotia and north to Michigan's U.P. Awesome to drive and dead quiet up front. Our bus was almost all white and nicknamed 'Moby Bus'.
Hi Im from NZ and own a 30 foot Motor Home. I have to join the chorus, WOW! What a wunderful, streamlined and sleek coversion inside and out. Professionally equipped with beautiful fittings and of cause abrand new detroiter.. Exterior paint gives it a clean sleek look Just a stunning tribute to the iconic interstate cruiser, that is Greyhound. Grace, pace and american built safe! WOW over and over.......
LMAO.... I'm watching this in 2022 to get some ideas for my own Scenicruiser conversion. I'm guessing back in 2012 when this was made it wasn't common knowledge not to flip your cameraphone back and forth between portrait and landscape! Beautiful rig though, and I love your layout! Thanks for the ideas!
Vomit inducing camera work. Whoever told you that would be a good idea should be fired immediately!!! The bits that are right side up look quite nicely done.....couldn't really stomach the other bits...... nice and shiny!!
Lol.. I didnt even notice the fact that it was sideways till i read the comments :) great build. The owner seemened..not camera freindly? Or..not very inviting. Really love the work on it. Beautiful build
I would love to see a video of this bus that I didn't have to tilt my head and could actually slow down and view!! Absolutely STUNNING coach!!! AMAZING JOB!!!
That's a beutiful motohome and best part new motor and it's all done in one place its something that will never go out of style vintage but all mechanical parts new.
So you think that sentence ends "you found you are calling" Your, not you're is correct. Sorry, just wanted to see a better vid of that bus, it's the coolest GMC custom I have ever seen, not trolling.
Your exchange with ThaBusDriver is comedy gold, louis! (or is it you're?) :) You often see people pointing out the, "Your/You're" mistake.....This the first time I've seen, "You're/Your!!!! But then, I scroll down to the next set of comments and we get the classic... " just messing. your good"!!!!! Holy Crap.....pretty funny! There are quite a few comments about the sideways video and TBD has gotten sensitive about them. Obviously, the vid was shot with a cell phone....(one of the hazards of shooting cell phone video)!
This was shot on a phone and the screen rotation was off but still managed to turn sideways some how thanks for the comments we know its messed up but didnt know until later were hardly home so its hard to reshoot
wow this is beautiful. great craftsmanship. this is a project a lot of people would love to do, but very few get the opportunity. its stunning. looks like how i would want it done. you appreciate our interest in it and we appreciate you for sharing! thank you!
Like, this video is hosed because some portions have its image rotated ninety degrees. Despite the video itself being hosed, it depicts a wonderful bus restoration/conversion. Way to go, babe!
From what I could see after turning my head sideways to straight then back again...was this is a magnificent bus! it's my dream, I would love a bus like this one day. Probably wont get it but I can dream :)
what great talent. this is what made America Great. where is your shop that you created this beautiful artwork. we drove rout 66 in the 50s from Indiana to Oklahoma. visiting family every holiday. I well remember these Busis. thank you for sharing.
that was more than a restoration, a customization is what it was. That had to be in the 300K range for all that work, someone that specifically wanted them would buy it
Yeah I wish we could actually SEE the bus.. It would be sweet if manufacturers would remake vintage style buses. Just modernize the drivetrain and insides..
mirror finished stainless would be ur best bet for long term longevity. Contact International bus parts. They will be able to help you on most of your bus needs.
How much of this work did you do yourself and what kind of $ invested? I was looking for ideas, I'm about to take on a 4104 or eagle. I'm attracted to both because of the look, obviously the skirting is a big part of that. What made you chose to change it to stainless, easier maintenance and higher shine? I had intentions of polishing the skirting on whichever bus I got, not sure how to polish stainless but I have done aluminum before, but maybe replacing it would be easier long term?
Sweet. I am looking at a 1980 MCI M9 with the Detroit 8V71 and Allison 4 speed. How much did that 60 series Detroit cost you? And would it fit in the space of a non turbo 8V71? Many you did an awesome job on this Motorhome Pat. I wish you were my neighbor.
Where is this bus now? Did it sell? Where to? I'm 6'7". I love Scenicruisers. This will likely be the only one in existence that has been raised. I'm only 3" taller than your son. So whee is this bus now?
Beautiful Coach, at the risk of sounding nosey, just how much time and money did it take to repurpose and make all those modifications? I use to drive an early 70's (Can't remember if it was 71 or '72) model Silver Eagle every weekend on a charter from New Haven Ct. to Atlantic City NJ. years ago. I always thought if I ever hit the lotto I would like to by me an old coach and spruce her up and live in it as long as I could. Mt old boss never paid much but I sure loved driving that coach I worked doing that as a second job for 3 years without a raise but after the first year I'd probably don it for free anyway. Yes sir you sure done a nice make over on that GMC. Thanks for sharing. I just noticed the date on this is 2012, Hope you read this anyway.
Fabulous bus ... However, the cameraman needs a new profession!!
Nah, just do what your dog does. Tilt your head sideways and the video looks just fine!
This may be the best Scenic Cruiser Restoration/Conversion I've ever seen. I looked into the feasibility of such a project many years ago and after studying the project I decided it was not practical. What this craftsman did in raising the roof and lengthening the coach is nothing short of genius due to the original design and engineering.
SharpEnuff I think you are dead on! What a gorgeous vehicle! Beautiful craftsmanship inside and out. Too bad the camerawork was not better to really see what was going on inside.
This has to be one of the best home made bus conversions I have ever seen in my life !!! I know about these things because I converted a 1984 MC9 and it was a lot of work ! This looks like a palace compared to mine. The really impressive part is the engine transplant !!! To change a V drive to a T drive I here is a lot of work !!! That coach must fly up a steep hill with a series 60 !!! I have a 6V92T and I'm down to 25 mile per hour on a hill ! Amazing Amazing work !!! Congrats !!!
Nice bus absurd camera work!
filming disaster
exactly. just an idiot, that's how I film.
Wow...I would love to watch but the camera work is NOT GOOD!!!
Should have flipped the camera upside down for best super HD quality.
I was thinking the same thing. I mean he went this far, might as well give it super resolution with upside down photography.
GREAT Job on the bus, awesome work. I so love these things. I spent Spring break and the summer of 1981 driving one of these for a bicycle tour group. The front was standard but the rear was all bunks, triple deck. We went as far south as Key West, west as San Francisco, east as Halifax Nova Scotia and north to Michigan's U.P. Awesome to drive and dead quiet up front. Our bus was almost all white and nicknamed 'Moby Bus'.
Hi Im from NZ and own a 30 foot Motor Home. I have to join the chorus, WOW! What a wunderful, streamlined and sleek coversion inside and out. Professionally equipped with beautiful fittings and of cause abrand new detroiter.. Exterior paint gives it a clean sleek look Just a stunning tribute to the iconic interstate cruiser, that is Greyhound. Grace, pace and american built safe! WOW over and over.......
I truly take my hat off to you.What an amazing job you've done.Absolutely beautiful bus
thank you!
Ya kware just enjoy, an not always find something to grin about, I bet you couldn't restore the lid off a bottle...
What a phenomenal bus. Great job on the restoration. A classic still lives on
LMAO....
I'm watching this in 2022 to get some ideas for my own Scenicruiser conversion.
I'm guessing back in 2012 when this was made it wasn't common knowledge not to flip your cameraphone back and forth between portrait and landscape!
Beautiful rig though, and I love your layout!
Thanks for the ideas!
Vomit inducing camera work. Whoever told you that would be a good idea should be fired immediately!!! The bits that are right side up look quite nicely done.....couldn't really stomach the other bits...... nice and shiny!!
Sideways video? Really?
sideways comment really?
+theblane2001 well obv we didnt know that would happen. but u are more than welcome to build youre own bus and we would love to see the video.
You're awesome!
Lol.. I didnt even notice the fact that it was sideways till i read the comments :) great build. The owner seemened..not camera freindly? Or..not very inviting. Really love the work on it. Beautiful build
I don't usually comment on youtube, but this is a FANTASTIC creation.
The most beautiful Scenicruiser on the road!
Absolutely beautiful.
Some people say that's a criminal offence filming like that.... Personally I think it shows creativity. Surreal.
What is the cameraman smoking?
I would love to see a video of this bus that I didn't have to tilt my head and could actually slow down and view!! Absolutely STUNNING coach!!! AMAZING JOB!!!
Too bad the cameraman didn't know what the hell they were doing.
Nice bus, would have been a good video if the camera man didn't keep turning the camera sideways.
Absolute perfection! Just a wonderful job, and it shows!
Wow, this bus is incredible!!! Really awesome RV conversion!
That is beautiful, wow
That's a beutiful motohome and best part new motor and it's all done in one place its something that will never go out of style vintage but all mechanical parts new.
Very stylish and impressive, turning alu into stainless, lifting the roof and then expanding the whole thing ... wow!
Klaus Hildner thank you it took us a bunch of failed attempts to put the panels on right esp since they were so expensive sheets
This is the best vintage scenic cruiser I've ever seen !
Sir, you are a craftsman! I don't think a lot of people realize how much work you did to that thing.
thank you god bless
PLEASE Mike,don’t call this amazing pease of ART a thing,have a heart
Amazing cinematography, cameraman, you found your calling
louis malinak amazing writing you found "you're" calling as a writer minus learn how to troll correct with spelling next time.
So you think that sentence ends "you found you are calling" Your, not you're is correct. Sorry, just wanted to see a better vid of that bus, it's the coolest GMC custom I have ever seen, not trolling.
Your exchange with ThaBusDriver is comedy gold, louis! (or is it you're?) :)
You often see people pointing out the, "Your/You're" mistake.....This the first time I've seen, "You're/Your!!!!
But then, I scroll down to the next set of comments and we get the classic... " just messing. your good"!!!!!
Holy Crap.....pretty funny!
There are quite a few comments about the sideways video and TBD has gotten sensitive about them. Obviously, the vid was shot with a cell phone....(one of the hazards of shooting cell phone video)!
I really would love to see the interior of this beauty filmed by a competent cameraman.
That man is incredible what with all he did with this magnificent coach.
TO GET IT TO COME BACK ...... wow, more understatements ....
Very nice grayhound bus restoration
that thing is sweet , looks so bad ass , nice head turner
Giving a thumbs down because of the camera angle, whos idea was that? Had to stop 1/3rd into it cause I got tired of it.
Why was the camera held sideways?Really hard to see something with that bad angle.
That thing is beautiful, inside and out
This was shot on a phone and the screen rotation was off but still managed to turn sideways some how thanks for the comments we know its messed up but didnt know until later were hardly home so its hard to reshoot
This is why I never use my video camera to make phone calls! :)
We have turned down 7 figure offers
wow this is beautiful. great craftsmanship. this is a project a lot of people would love to do, but very few get the opportunity. its stunning. looks like how i would want it done. you appreciate our interest in it and we appreciate you for sharing! thank you!
An amazing bus Mr. McNeal.
loved that bus but what up with the camera man ?????????😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😒
Like, this video is hosed because some portions have its image rotated ninety degrees. Despite the video itself being hosed, it depicts a wonderful bus restoration/conversion. Way to go, babe!
This is what I was planning on doing somewhere down the road. It looks better than I could ever have imagined.
GREAT job, thank you for sharing.
Fantastic coachwork, a real joy to look at!
Dreams can come true, it can happen to you.
Top shelf Job.
I hope your still enjoying this wonderful
Creation.
From what I could see after turning my head sideways to straight then back again...was this is a magnificent bus! it's my dream, I would love a bus like this one day. Probably wont get it but I can dream :)
I want that bus too. But I know they are rare so the chances of me getting one (in Australia) is 1/1000000
why are you holding the stupid camera sideways???
what great talent.
this is what made America
Great.
where is your shop that you created this beautiful artwork.
we drove rout 66 in the 50s from Indiana to Oklahoma. visiting family every holiday.
I well remember these Busis.
thank you for sharing.
soillife1 in baltimore md at our house
We have this saying in NZ "Yeah Nah" it means not good, not good at all !! That award goes to your cameara man !!
my neck hurts after watching this !
It hurts my neck to look at it but it's a gorgeous bus
Nice coach but you sure need a new photographer.
that was more than a restoration, a customization is what it was. That had to be in the 300K range for all that work, someone that specifically wanted them would buy it
That's beautiful ! Nice job.
Beautiful.
nice restoration. I like the way it shines
The exterior and paint are top notch. The old dated oak interior not so much. but it must look the beauty on the highway.
i remember riding in these in 60s
Dang. Only gets 9 miles to the gallon. Gotta have some BIG BUCKS to own and operate this. Very nice renovation.
my ford ranger only gets 15mpg.
Beautiful restoration!
Beautiful machine
This is why there are professional videographers.
alfandeddie this is why there are professional commentors
BRAVO....SUPER NICE
One hell of a hot bus but the cameraman needs his eyes check
Magnificent creation.
What a boat!
Love it.. The best I've seen.. I would love to have one identical
It's absolutely gorgeous. Where is your shop and do you offer Green, eco-friendly materials for interiors?
Beautifully done. I especially like the stainless steel exterior. Very nicely done. How much are you asking?
Beautiful Bus
Absolutely badasssss
Wow nice job sir. My dream coach
Wow that is a super beautiful bus great taste i love how they restored it every detail? How much is it worth?
Yeah I wish we could actually SEE the bus.. It would be sweet if manufacturers would remake vintage style buses. Just modernize the drivetrain and insides..
Human race for the win. Awesome.
Beautiful work.
why the fuck would you turn it sideways
Did you get it sold? What was the selling price?
Very nice !!! Show.
Been seeing this bus for years at Carlisle, finally glad to see the insides. You should be REAL proud of what you've accomplished!!!
Frank feroeqinologist thank you it will be there this year again
What was the camera operator drinking?
Is the cemera dude a child,??
LOL I was about to mention getting a new camera man . I saw past comments . Guess I don't need to.
mirror finished stainless would be ur best bet for long term longevity. Contact International bus parts. They will be able to help you on most of your bus needs.
How much for a bus like this? I cant seem to find any.
Super-awesome Conversion!
I wonder who shoots vertically on the phone, he at home TV is also looking vertically?
How much of this work did you do yourself and what kind of $ invested? I was looking for ideas, I'm about to take on a 4104 or eagle. I'm attracted to both because of the look, obviously the skirting is a big part of that. What made you chose to change it to stainless, easier maintenance and higher shine? I had intentions of polishing the skirting on whichever bus I got, not sure how to polish stainless but I have done aluminum before, but maybe replacing it would be easier long term?
What a beauty. I agree - reshoot the video, please!
Sweet. I am looking at a 1980 MCI M9 with the Detroit 8V71 and Allison 4 speed. How much did that 60 series Detroit cost you? And would it fit in the space of a non turbo 8V71?
Many you did an awesome job on this Motorhome Pat. I wish you were my neighbor.
Beautiful bus, where can you get that siding???
That thing was awesome , camera man was smoking something !
Why the sideways camera shots?
Thats awesome.
incredible job!
unreal to me, that someone would actually 'post this". my fucking eyes ache....
Where is this bus now? Did it sell? Where to? I'm 6'7". I love Scenicruisers. This will likely be the only one in existence that has been raised. I'm only 3" taller than your son. So whee is this bus now?
Beautiful Coach, at the risk of sounding nosey, just how much time and money did it take to repurpose and make all those modifications? I use to drive an early 70's (Can't remember if it was 71 or '72) model Silver Eagle every weekend on a charter from New Haven Ct. to Atlantic City NJ. years ago. I always thought if I ever hit the lotto I would like to by me an old coach and spruce her up and live in it as long as I could. Mt old boss never paid much but I sure loved driving that coach I worked doing that as a second job for 3 years without a raise but after the first year I'd probably don it for free anyway. Yes sir you sure done a nice make over on that GMC. Thanks for sharing. I just noticed the date on this is 2012, Hope you read this anyway.