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2003 Toyota Coaster BB50R Camper Bus - White - 347,977km - 4.1L Diesel, 5-Speed Manual, Certified Motorhome Conversion

2003 Toyota Coaster BB50R camper bus. 4.1L 4-cylinder diesel engine. 5-speed manual transmission. 2-door bus. 347,977km. 5 seats. White. No GST applicable.



Description

The Toyota Coaster has a dedicated following among Australian grey nomads and off-grid adventurers, and for good reason. The 15B 4.1-litre diesel is one of Toyota's most proven commercial engines, routinely running well past 500,000km with proper maintenance. This 2003 BB50R example has been converted from a full bus to a certified 5-seat motorhome with sleeping for 4-6 people, kitchen structure, storage throughout, and a tow bar for hauling gear. The conversion was owner-modified and officially certified by Queensland Transport in December 2019 under modification codes LS1-LH11-LK1, meaning the regulatory work is done and the bus is legally classified as a motorhome with a reduced GVM of 4,500kg and GCM of 7,500kg.



The exterior is white with good gloss across most panels. A dent and paint scrape is present on the driver's side lower panel between the rear wheel arch and centre section, where paint has been removed to bare metal. The tyres are mismatched brands across axles (Hankook/Firestone front, Westlake/Honour rear) with moderate tread remaining. The interior features a rear bedroom with a full-width double bed platform, a main living area with kitchen bench and sink (not currently plumbed), bench seating with storage beneath, and forward passenger seating with original Toyota seats retained. The kitchen cabinetry is light oak-look melamine with dark metal handles and appears in good condition, though the sink has no tap or faucet fitted. The fitout is DIY-level workmanship using mixed timber materials (meranti-faced ply for cupboard doors, raw pine for framing and drawer boxes), creating a functional but basic aesthetic. Blue paint overspray is visible on the interior carpeting from a previous exterior repaint.



At a current bid of $6,600, this represents budget entry into Coaster ownership. Professional Coaster motorhome conversions sell for $40,000 to $80,000 when finished to a high standard, and even older DIY examples with lower kilometres are listed at $25,000 to $60,000. This bus sits in the project category. The mechanical foundation is solid (the 15B diesel and manual box are exactly what enthusiasts want), the modification certification is complete, and the interior layout is established. What it needs is a buyer willing to finish the plumbing, upgrade the electrical system if desired, address the cosmetic issues, and make it their own. For someone who understands the Coaster platform and isn't put off by 347,977km on a commercial diesel that's built to do twice that, this is a compelling starting point.



Features

* 15B 4.1L 4-cylinder diesel engine (proven to 500,000km+ with maintenance)

* 5-speed manual transmission

* Certified motorhome conversion (Queensland modification plate, December 2019)

* 5-seat capacity (modified from original bus configuration)

* Rear bedroom with full-width double bed platform

* Main living area with bench seating and storage

* Kitchen bench with stainless steel sink (plumbing not completed)

* Light oak-look melamine cabinetry with drawer and cupboard storage

* 12V LED downlights fitted throughout

* Aftermarket Pioneer double-DIN touchscreen head unit

* Dual-zone HVAC (front heater, rear heater, separate cooler/air conditioning)

* Tow bar fitted (50mm ball, receiver-style hitch)

* Vinyl plank flooring throughout

* Beige privacy curtains on all windows

* Original Toyota Coaster overhead air vents and ceiling lights retained

* Passed Queensland Safety Certificate December 2019 (347,805km, all items passed)

* Service history folder and documentation included

* Driven only 172km since safety inspection



Condition Notes

* Dent and paint scrape on driver's side lower panel (paint removed to bare metal, vulnerable to rust if not treated)

* Mismatched tyre brands (Hankook/Firestone front, Westlake/Honour rear)

* Kitchen sink not plumbed (no tap or faucet fitted)

* Water system status unknown (no visible tanks or plumbing connections in photos)

* Blue paint overspray on interior carpeting

* DIY-level fitout workmanship (mixed timber materials, basic joinery)

* Vendor advises 347,977km shown on odometer

* Steel wheels show surface corrosion but are functional

* Some dust and cobwebs visible on exterior lights, suggesting period of idle storage



Specifications

Year: 2003

Make/Model: Toyota Coaster BB50R

Body: 2-Door Bus (Motorhome)

Engine: 15B 4.1L 4-Cylinder Diesel

Transmission: 5-Speed Manual

Odometer: 347,977km

Colour: White

Seats: 5

GVM: 4,500kg (modified from 4,990kg original)

GCM: 7,500kg

Compliance Date: March 2003

Modification Certified: 24 December 2019

VIN: JTGFG528109500060

If you have any questions relating to this vehicle, or if you would like to arrange a physical or virtual inspection, please contact Matt directly on 0461 481 639

(Key #MMR12 Carrara)

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Location of item: 69 Manchester Road, Carrara, QLD, Australia

This item is being offered PICK UP ONLY. Local collection is available, if shipping is required, bidders are encouraged to organise their own freight.

** This vendor is not registered for GST - therefore GST is not applicable on this asset **

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