After the Vision arrived, the Conventional stayed on Navistar chassis only, was renamed SBCV for 2005, and was discontinued after the 2008 model year.
Lead trim: International 3300 chassis
Blue Bird Conventional2005–2008
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Nobody in Burbles has spotted a Blue Bird Conventional yet. See one on the street, point the app at it, and the first card is yours — with your @handle permanently credited on this page.
FactAfter the Vision arrived, the Conventional stayed on Navistar chassis only, was renamed SBCV for 2005, and was discontinued after the 2008 model year.
The Conventional became the SBCV for 2005, remaining solely on Navistar chassis until it was discontinued in the 2008 model year.
Collectors Spotted in the Blue Bird Conventional Lineage
No member has published a public street spot of the Blue Bird Conventional yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
Trims & Figures
One published trim in the catalogue. A blank is a figure not recorded, not zero.
| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International 3300 chassis | 2005–2008 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Owning one
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Owners’ builds
Nobody has claimed one yet.
Photographs
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Rivals
Same body, same money, other badges — tap any card to flip.
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