| Airstreams that were made in the 1940's, 50's & | | | | distribution allows it to be pulled with greater ease,but |
| 60's are considered to be vintage in todays market. | | | | this is not because they are lighter weight. |
| These are classics and stir a nostalgic sense of earlier | | | | Do plenty of research before buying a vintage |
| times. When people purchase a vintage model they | | | | camper. Don't neglect to purchase your camper in |
| are looking for quality and the look. Older campers | | | | the best condition that you can unless you are an |
| are normally composed of frames of wood or | | | | experienced buyer. When you purchase a run down |
| aluminum however due to low demand are usually | | | | camper with the intent to restore it, sometimes it |
| inexpensive. (note that these will usually require | | | | can be a frustrating project. It will be less stressful to |
| extensive restoration work). On the other side a | | | | engage with a vintage camper dealer who comes |
| completely done up camper will cost thousands of | | | | with a pristine reputation. The people are |
| dollars. | | | | knowledgeable and can provide key information |
| There are retro RVs being sold on the internet. If | | | | regarding the camper you are thinking about buying, |
| you search the Internet for the term "vintage | | | | like whether or not the original pieces have been |
| campers", you will get a lot of results. (queries for | | | | removed from the camper and what level of |
| "vintage campers" came up with 912,000 results on | | | | restoration efforts will be required on the camper. |
| the Google search engine). You can find a lot of web | | | | Contemplate on your reasons for wanting a vintage |
| sites that specialize in selling and restoring these | | | | camper and how you will utilize it before purchasing it. |
| vintage campers. There are clubs for those | | | | You will then be able to figure out what model and |
| interested in the restoration and use of these | | | | size camper you require. It is imperative to |
| campers; as well as many forums dedicated to the | | | | thoroughly inspect both inside and outside in order to |
| discussion of vintage campers. There are multiple | | | | evaluate the current condition. It is common to have |
| reasons for which these trailers are used by many | | | | some scratches and dents on the exterior. However, |
| people. For some people the classic look is high on | | | | it ought to be in rather good condition. To make sure |
| priority, while some prefer the economical way to | | | | there are no leaks, you should ask the seller to |
| camp in comfort. Some people have no plans to | | | | perform a demonstration of the plumbing and |
| actually use them and only enjoy the efforts of fully | | | | refrigeration. It is imperative that you inspect the |
| restoring them to their original condition. | | | | floors to make sure they are solid and show no signs |
| As far as vintage trailers are concerned, the | | | | of rotting. The tires on the trailer should be in good |
| Airstream is number one on everyone's list. (and | | | | enough condition for you to be able to tow it to |
| occassionally costs a lot of money). They were | | | | where it will be restored. Make sure that you give it |
| originally made out of wood, when they first started | | | | a proper check to all areas of the camper to ensure |
| producing them, but now their easily identifiable | | | | that its in good condition |
| models are made of aluminum. Airstream camp | | | | After you purchase a vintage trailer, make sure to |
| trailers have always had a reputation for high quality. | | | | protect your investment by taking out an insurance |
| For over the 75 years the Airstream company has | | | | policy. It can be very rewarding to actually own your |
| been making campers, and amazingly over half of all | | | | own piece of history. This is a practical way in which |
| the campers manufactured by Airstream are still in | | | | to enjoy so-called "retro" camping. If you have an |
| use today. | | | | affinity for classic vehicles, consider this opportunity |
| Popular vintage camper name brands include Spartan, | | | | for restoring and posing as a point of interest when |
| Alma, Silver Streak, Avion, and Prairie Schooner. | | | | vacationing. You will have a great deal of fun showing |
| Classic camping trailers are typically of a size that | | | | off your newly restored vintage camper at the |
| makes it possible for smaller vehicles to tow them. | | | | campground. |
| Because the aerodynamic design and even weight | | | | |