West Virginia: titling a converted school bus
Reconstructed (via salvage title first); rebuilt salvage
At a glance
| Inspection required | Yes (reconstructed) | |
|---|---|---|
| Inspection type | Certificate of Inspection (DMV-202-TR); DMV-SV-3 exam + VIN + photos | |
| Conversion pathway | Reconstructed (via salvage title first); rebuilt salvage | |
| Motorhome/RV feature requirements | Not detailed; needs verification | |
| School-bus markings / color-change | NEEDS VERIFICATION | |
| Forms required | DMV-202-TR Certificate of Inspection; DMV-SV-3; DMV-SV-6; pre-repair photos; proof of land ownership | |
| Fees | See DMV fee schedule | |
| Structural repair note | Reconstructed requires salvage title first, VIN verification, pre-removal front/side photos; 30-day notice |
Official source - summarized
How to Title a Reconstructed Vehicle (WV DMV)
Reconstructed titling requires a WV salvage title first, DMV-202-TR Certificate of Inspection, DMV-SV-3, VIN verification, and pre-removal front/side photos; proof of land ownership required.
Summarized, not yet checked word-for-word - open the source above before quoting it elsewhere.
Verify verbatim in the PDF.
Where to look this up yourself
| State DMV/DOT | https://transportation.wv.gov/dmv/ | |
|---|---|---|
| Conversion / inspection page | https://transportation.wv.gov/DMV/DMVFormSearch/How-to-Title-a-Reconstructed-Vehicle.pdf |
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.