Government Auction Bargains: Jay's Police Auction RV Transformation

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11 ай бұрын

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Jay made a remarkable purchase at a police auction when he found a 2004 Tsunami RV made by Forest River with less than 12k miles! He and his brother transformed this 43 foot command center into a gorgeous, modern living space. Discover the hidden gems of federal, state, and local government auctions that can offer affordable, reliable and well-maintained vehicles to call home.
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@pambarab5506 11 ай бұрын

Holy wow! What a find! I bought a house and 5 acres at a tax auction. It was abandoned and no taxes paid for 10+ years. I bought it for the taxes owed plus $5K. One small roof leak, and had to cover the yellow/orange 1970's decor, and I had the best deal of my life just like this guy!

@robertmccully2792 9 ай бұрын

Good job!

@EliCrousey 9 ай бұрын

Did you find it via a website? I know these have been posted in newspapers in the past but as we all know that’s a bygone era at this point. I’m looking for my diamond in the rough. 🤞

@Bonnie-nn3sm 9 ай бұрын

@@EliCrousey in

@danklein8587 11 ай бұрын

This guy hit the jackpot by getting this at the auction. Good for him.

@seeharvester 10 ай бұрын

He sure did.

@jamminersjams1178 10 ай бұрын

Everyone is literally drooling over that ride! Mad respect! Congratulations on an awesome deal.

@jimofalltrades9281 11 ай бұрын

I love this guy. I spent some time with him at Skooliepalooza in 2023. Definitely one of the memorable characters you meet on the road. He has a great sense of humor. That rig is off the chain.

@gwag8410 11 ай бұрын

Never stand at the front of the auction while bidding… auctioneers can pretend they have someone bidding against you, to drive your bid up.. it’s a common practice… I’ve seen it many times… particularly at police auctions… Very nice rig, beautifully done.. and a great deal!!

@juliec9 11 ай бұрын

I bought my bus at a government auction, it was owned by the fire departmentas . They took great care of it 😊

@Buck_Jones1909 11 ай бұрын

We really considered buying a Con/Edition command center much like this one but we were concerned about parking to get groceries and boondocking access. Also, maintenance expenses. My wife & I ended up with a 30’ compromise! The RV in this video is absolutely beautiful! That you both!

@KetoGG-wl1py 11 ай бұрын

Good point.

@teresanoel4035 11 ай бұрын

I’m delighted too inform you that your fireplace/ heater looks beautiful as is!!!!! Absolutely beautiful vehicle, I’m only slightly jealous.

@im-gi2pg 11 ай бұрын

I agree! Don’t mess with it. I want it in for when he sells it to meeeeeee!!!!!!😂

@rebeccaross1715 11 ай бұрын

Our church was able to buy a short school bus with 56,000 miles on it from the Community Action Head Start Program for $5,500.

@mitchweber7868 11 ай бұрын

Damn that's not bad at all, I heard that full size school buses go for around that much??? But if given the option I would take a short bus any day of the week over the two.

@lisaaffect5872 10 ай бұрын

This guy is the happiest guy I've ever seen on this channel ! 😝 He loves the police aspect of the rig 😊

@toddp3111 9 ай бұрын

$60k was an absolute steal for this. Amazing bus conversion!

@emmahardesty4330 11 ай бұрын

Enviable. Glad it's got a down to earth owner--congratulations on your smart way of life. Thanks, Bob for another excellent video.

@elizabethalderman3495 11 ай бұрын

I was born in 61. I retired. Yes, I'd keep working if I were you. Hearing loss is why I'll never work again. Fantastic Rig you got there✌

@eleanoraquitaine2966 10 ай бұрын

The front passenger seat is a recliner! I love the whole thing.

@suginami0 11 ай бұрын

This is the coolest rig I have ever seen.

@AGStack9999 11 ай бұрын

What a find! He's set. Luv that murphy bed.

@paulabrown5243 11 ай бұрын

Nice home on wheels! May run up on Jay sometime as I noticed he's from Troup county Georgia. I live about 10 miles south across the line into Alabama. Troup county has a very friendly, hometown feel. Everyone I meet there are so personable. I am a musician for a church in Troup. I hope to be on the road in the near future myself and have been following Cheap RV Living for quite some time. Have gained a lot of knowlege from Bob and this channel.

@shelleyking8450 10 ай бұрын

That rig is a beast, and soooo huge with the slideouts! What a great setup.

@AnimalHQ2023 11 ай бұрын

A police auction? What an interesting place to find this gem. I will have to look at these auctions.

@blackawana 10 ай бұрын

Lots of kids at college in my day had repainted black and whites....ugly wheels (obvious!) But a real deal.

@ottopartz1 8 ай бұрын

You will be amazed at some of them. And deals can be had on everything that isn't a squad car in my area (Chicago).

@joncamp9126 11 ай бұрын

I love this rig and his delightful attitude. I love the generator set up!

@terrangelica3505 11 ай бұрын

Let me know when you throw the first square dance or disco event in that salon!!! I agree with Bob-you’ll be the most popular guy at the RTR-but now that you’re in this interview you’ve got hundreds of ready-made fans and you’re popular already!!!

@leilareggie1826 10 ай бұрын

Oh my. I could easily live in that knowing I could road trip anytime. I always wanted to see all the states. That era is gone as I retreat to Hawaii with a 1999 Toyota Sienna. Going to travel every road I can in it and sleep on the beach in it in campgrounds going home to a newer affordable senior apartment. Dreams do come true. This rig is pretty impressive. Nice bachelor digs. Sleeping like a baby sounds good as only close to rural land is my deepest sleep as I imagine for those with a love of wheel wonderments. What a fantastic video Bob! It is fun and educational with your conversations. You really have a natural gift as a good listener. I have to see this at least two more times. ❤

@daisyv5038 11 ай бұрын

I just saw a used van with a basic conversion build, sleeps 2, for $95k. This palace is a great, great deal!

@perrymahnke886 11 ай бұрын

Wow that's Awesome! It's amazing the deals a person can find & how people can transform one setup into their perfect setup. Thank you for sharing a really incredible rig.

@kennethbailey9853 11 ай бұрын

Hard Wlork and Talent Pays Off !!!

@taix371 11 ай бұрын

This one must be the top 3 biggest CRVL tours so far.

@btpuppy2 10 ай бұрын

Bob can you do a video that covers how you deal with bugs, snakes, scorpions and other dangerous critters. I also wonder about your dog being at risk for getting hurt as he wanders around, and how people keep from getting bugs inside their vehicles or tents. Than you so much!

@playokay 10 ай бұрын

Maybe he should have called it 'ENVY-61'. OMG what a rig. As Huell Howser would have said, it's SPECTACULAR and AMAZING'!!!

@thetwooldpeeps3528 11 ай бұрын

Great rig, so happy for him to have a chance at getting this rig, I think I feel the excitement right along with people 🤗 thank you for sharing this with us.

@ellenpham4834 11 ай бұрын

Another wonderful video. And you look so healthy, Bob! And your guest has a talent for showing us a vehicle. Thanks for the fun

@Windkisssed 11 ай бұрын

Wow!!! We're in a 30' trailer and that's got us beat by a long shot!!! Just gorgeous! Great work! What a perfect retirement life! Such a secure feeling! 100 g fresh tank - wow!!! Great video!!!

@im-gi2pg 11 ай бұрын

Outdoor shower. 😢😮 ❄️ ⛄️

@l.b.3148 10 ай бұрын

@@im-gi2pg -he lives in Georgia. He is fine.🌞

@flyerbob124 10 ай бұрын

Damn I love that thing. Only thing I would change is a indoor shower and kitchen.

@susanalario3836 10 ай бұрын

That's fantastic 😳 wow. What a bargain he got on that.Loved it.

@TammyCondren 11 ай бұрын

I ❤ SEEING CODY WALKING AROUND EXPLORING THE RIG😂😂😂

@debbie2027 11 ай бұрын

Love the personal touches ..."stunt driver" plate was a giggle... Very cool !

@elizabethcarrington5819 9 ай бұрын

What a great deal! Beautifully made❤️

@elsathal7359 11 ай бұрын

Deal of the century! 🎉congrats 😊Thank you for sharing ✌️💞🤟

@dmwi1549 11 ай бұрын

Looks like the guy is having fun and enjoying his unique home on wheels!

@wvover8079 11 ай бұрын

Huge... Looks nice inside. but cant imagine having to drive and find a place to park. I guess the price was not too bad considering how much of the interior was aready professionally done... nice wood on the inside. I think I would spend the money and get the solar... you could keep the generators for back up, but the solar and the amount you could mount on top you could have power all the time from the sun if you got the right batteries/setup

@aunti_gen4557 10 ай бұрын

Awesome bus, love the murphy bed, tucking that idea away for later.

@S.E.C-R 9 ай бұрын

Wow!! $60k… but look at everything that came with it, it’s beautiful!!

@latebloomerabroad 6 ай бұрын

$60,000 sounded expensive until I saw what he got for that. That bus will probably last forever because everything was so well made. What a wonderful home!

@azizaviation 10 ай бұрын

This is beautiful RV. I love the interior and the layout.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@rvdaylily 11 ай бұрын

Maybe if I sell my home and hit the road we can meet up!?? Love your rig! Amazing! 💙💚🩷😎

@janetkoball44 11 ай бұрын

A mansion on wheels. But no back country trails. Wondering about his fuel mileage! Nice guy. A rig that would be real hard to match. Thanks Bob for a nice interview and your.

@erikjohansen1873 10 ай бұрын

It gets great gas mileage parked , no generators running, otherwise about 6 mpg .

@libbylandscape3560 9 ай бұрын

I’ve had Buicks with that kind of mpg’s, so it wouldn’t really put me off unless I was driving to work an hour from home. 😂

@taurota1554 11 ай бұрын

Awesome as always.Thanks for sharing and taking us along

@Delphius- 11 ай бұрын

Awesome rig! He was smart for buying it. Now that's a needle in a haystack.

@msbrendafitnesstrainer2389 11 ай бұрын

That's awesome, it comes up as an RV.

@scottross5706 11 ай бұрын

Wow very nice, so the 12k gen set on the side with the 3 50amp power plugs - he didnt really get into it but that is actually to power something big outside the rig - you could easily backfeed and power a small home with that setup

@drendaparfitt7417 10 ай бұрын

This thing is wonderful. Love it Thanks Jay for letting us view it Stay safe and enjoy yourself.

@carollee6963 10 ай бұрын

That is a very nice RV. I like all the room and you got a great deal. I hope you enjoy it for many years!

@kenalsobrook6646 10 ай бұрын

Good to see your video posted Jay. I gave you a "jump" in Quartzsite. I remember you telling me about your upcoming meeting with Bob.

@darlameeks 11 ай бұрын

What an amazing deal he got! Thanks for the tour!

@pawlet 11 ай бұрын

Bob saying "you could have a party in here" ❤😂

@mitchweber7868 11 ай бұрын

Ya I guess but just have a party outside the rig instead 😂😅

@morrisshepherd1637 9 ай бұрын

Thanks Bob for an enjoyable tour. It was beautiful!

@Mojokiss 9 ай бұрын

i couldn't afford one lug on one of those wheels. but its still nice to see people boondocking even in big rigs

@angelpjc 9 ай бұрын

Wow!! What a terrific rig. Crazy luxury and space for that price. Could probably sell it for 3x the price or more and buy a truck /van.

@libbylandscape3560 9 ай бұрын

Yeah, but who’d want to.

@jerrlestevens8791 11 ай бұрын

What an awesome find.. absolutely love this

@jwestfalldavis3574 11 ай бұрын

Jay, your home looks wonderful. Many happy travels!

@sandrashort6563 10 ай бұрын

Jay congratulations on your lovely home on wheels. Blessings & happy safe travels. SandraS

@0621unknownfelon 10 ай бұрын

This is awesome!!! I could live in this forever!!!

@knotjusthooked 9 ай бұрын

Amazing! I am speechless! ❤

@stargasm1000 10 ай бұрын

This is a steal of a deal!! This has incredible potential.

@Rottingboards 9 ай бұрын

Wow, you could sit on top and watch the sunset. Love it.

@robinw285 8 ай бұрын

Government auctions, never thought of that. Thanks for sharing. 🎉

@donwyates 11 ай бұрын

What an incredible rig - and such a steal! The cost of all that cabinetry alone would be over $60k. The storage space, the build quality, the engine, the power... just amazing. Could use a few windows though. Imagine taking that through a drive-thru! 😆 The elephant (dinosaur?) in the room? ⛽

@joycemaurer3588 11 ай бұрын

That was amazing!

@carmenmarcinkiewicz7149 10 ай бұрын

Wow!!! What an incredible rig!

@zeldasimpson8959 11 ай бұрын

So awesome! Thanks for sharing the video!!

@dragonbone5000 29 күн бұрын

Wow! Seriously awesome.

@blakeposter7496 11 ай бұрын

love this. what a great find.

@johnklinger943 3 ай бұрын

That is seriously impressive! Bravo

@deborahb.277 4 ай бұрын

What an amazing rig. Great job on setting it up. My favorite was the Murphy bed.

@genxskeptic5816 11 ай бұрын

Beautiful! That quality from forest river is kind of a miracle.

@suzy9342 11 ай бұрын

Ohhh this is a lovely Manly Manly Rig😎👍

@4kmacdonald 11 ай бұрын

Love that rv it’s beautiful Thanks for sharing.

@reneseharris7764 11 ай бұрын

This thing is awesome!

@freedomwon2004 11 ай бұрын

Pretty cool setup! It's not my cup of tea. But it's great for you. Congratulations. And thank you for sharing this with all of us. It is cool.

@edsmachine93 10 ай бұрын

Very impressive RV. Nice work on the remodel. Thanks for sharing. 👍

@williamhanna5224 10 ай бұрын

Awesome video!

@RussellNollenMusic 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing this! ❤

@nanmurray2988 11 ай бұрын

Amazing!

@leannaestep3066 11 ай бұрын

Wow! Just spectacular!

@simonblooddevay 2 ай бұрын

Government/Police/Military Auctions are the best! Those departments never scrimp when specifying with and spending our (taxes) money. They also renew capital equipment with alarming regularity. If you can raise the funds, you won't find - as here - better bargains; state-of-the-art equipment for pennies on the dollar. One of those rare opportunities to profit from The Man, everyone who could, should. :D Another great YT, as always: Thank you.

@jimmyrants4342 11 ай бұрын

I love this thing, but did I see delamination on the rear of the passenger side of the rig, or was that from the removal of the wrap? Very nice setup indeed. Extremely comfortable, extremely expensive to operate from fuel to tires, registration etc...Again, I do love this rig.

@lindamarie6574 10 ай бұрын

That is so awesome!

@kat4animals004 10 ай бұрын

Awesome rig! Thanks for sharing;!!

@SilviaGaray-yx1rn 10 ай бұрын

That is magnificent 👏👏👏 Congratulations 🎉

@julesf. 11 ай бұрын

I might need to check out some local auctions. Not for something this big though.

@richardharmon647 11 ай бұрын

Nice! I noticed that you had a Tobie's restaurant and bakery sticker in your storage room. I live in Minnesota, that place is a mandatory stop when going up to Duluth. That rig is a steal at $60,000. It would have probably cost over $200,000 to buy an RV that would be comparable.