Kentucky: titling a converted school bus
Rebuilt (salvage); classic project title
At a glance
| Inspection required | Yes (rebuilt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Inspection type | KY certified inspector (KRS 186A.115); KSP confidential insp if docs missing | |
| Conversion pathway | Rebuilt (salvage); classic project title | |
| Motorhome/RV feature requirements | Not detailed; needs verification | |
| School-bus markings / color-change | NEEDS VERIFICATION | |
| Forms required | TC 96-215 Affidavit (notarized); TC 96-182 title app (notarized); original parts receipts | |
| Fees | See KYTC fee schedule | |
| Structural repair note | KSP confidential inspection if documentation unavailable or NCIC stolen hit |
Official source - summarized
Rebuilt-Salvaged Titles / TC 96-215 (KY Transportation Cabinet)
TC 96-215 Affidavit (notarized) + TC 96-182 (notarized) + original parts receipts; KSP confidential inspection if documentation unavailable or NCIC stolen hit (per KRS 186A.115).
Summarized, not yet checked word-for-word - open the source above before quoting it elsewhere.
Verify verbatim; mail-in to Rebuilt Section, Frankfort.
Where to look this up yourself
| State DMV/DOT | https://drive.ky.gov/ | |
|---|---|---|
| Conversion / inspection page | https://drive.ky.gov/Vehicles/Pages/Rebuilt-Salvaged-Titles.aspx |
See the full buying & build checklist → Insurance & registration guide
Titling, inspection, and repair rules for converted buses vary by state and change often, and this page is general information, not legal or engineering advice. Structural rust, frame, and welding repairs affect the safety of a vehicle you and others will ride in - confirm current requirements directly with your state DMV/DOT, and for any frame or load-bearing repair, have the work done or inspected by a qualified professional welder or shop before you drive or title the vehicle.