Shuttle buses are an amazing thing, and they are without a doubt an outstanding addition to virtually any business, though some businesses can obviously use them more than others. These types of businesses for example, might find personal bus transportation to be very beneficial:

• Corporate Offices
• Schools
• Churches
• Prisons

These are just a few examples, but they definitely serve to help you get the idea. Shuttle buses are much different from standard buses in a few ways. First of all they are smaller, and secondly, they tend to convey a much more intimate, personalized experience for the rider. In addition to that, due to the plethora of floor plans that are available on the market today, several of which conform to ADA compliance laws.

When you’re thinking of buying a bus, the expense is probably something that sits at the forefront of your mind, and that means you need a quick, compact solution to get the job done. It’s not always easy, but Diamond has been the industry leader in shuttle buses for many years, making it a prime choice for businesses at any level.Let’s take a look at the top 3 stock units in the Diamond bus line, which are great whether you want a used bus for sale, or an off the line model.

VIP 2500

This one is often considered to be the flagship of the entire Diamond Fleet, and has a number of different floor plans for any occasion. For example, the most common floor plan for the 2500 allows for twenty-five passengers to ride, but if you want to change it up a little, there is a floor plan that allows for seven wheelchair placements, taking ADA compliance to the max. The 2500 is capable of taking on many of the modifications that you would see in larger buses, including a plethora of different storage options that will accommodate the needs of many different passengers. If you are looking for a used church bus for sale by any chance, this is a great way to go about it.

The best part, is that while the 2500 is a larger bus, it still handles pretty smoothly. As far as features go, you will find that standard equipment includes both fabric ceilings, Rosco mirrors, and of course, the raised floor, meaning there are no wheel wells to obstruct passenger movement or seating. All in all, this is a great transportation option, and a good way to save money.

VIP 2200

Built on the Ford E-350, this bus is smaller, and therefore does not require a commercial driver’s license. This might seem like a small improvement over other models, but the lack of a CDL means that you won’t have to pay for your employees to gain the certification necessary to drive larger vehicles. At an average cost of one thousand dollars for a CDL course and testing, it is not an expense you want to worry about.

The 2200 seats a maximum of 21 passengers, which is a slight downgrade from the 2500, and supports 6 wheelchair slots in the right floor plan configuration. Because of the lack of CDL requirement, many have found that this shuttle bus for sale is great for churches, retirement centers, assisted living facilities, and much more.

As before, the bus includes fabric ceilings, the raised floor, and even a roof hatch. This is the ultimate transportation option for many different facilities

VIP 2000

Finally, if you’re looking for something a bit smaller, the VIP 2000 is built on the E-350 chassis and is considerably more compact than the other two. If you have been using a standard 15 passenger van for your operations, then now would be a great time to replace it. As before, no CDL is required, and you can even add an optional wheelchair lift if you wish. Your passengers of course will be able to access the vehicle through the 36” electric door, making entry no hassle whatsoever.

If you need to push the limits of capacity, then you can count on the vehicle to support up to 17 passengers in a pinch. In addition to that, there are many storage choices as well as seating configurations to meet your specific needs.

This model does not feature raised floors, meaning passengers will need to contend with the wheel well, but ABS light bars, a roof hatch, and the anodized aluminum entry door more than make up for it.

For more information on any of these vehicles, make sure you check out our website and review the different floor plans. Each of these plans is available in .pdf format, making it very easy to read whether you open it in your web browser, download it for your tablet, or even print it out. Bottom line: it’s never been easier to choose a shuttle bus for your business.

Shuttle buses are a great way to get around, to put it lightly, and when it comes right down to it, they can save you a considerable amount of money – money that you might have otherwise wasted on a vehicle that requires a CDL and extensive training in order to operate.

It’s time to start taking a look at the available buses, expanding your fleet, and getting ready to enjoy the benefits that only a good shuttle bus can provide.