| Campers from the 40?s, 50?s and 60?s are | | | | buy a camper in as good a condition as possible. Run |
| considered vintage. They are classics and evoke | | | | down campers can take a lot of work to restore and |
| feelings of a time gone by. Many people choose to | | | | can often times be more frustrating than you?d |
| purchase a vintage model for the look and quality. | | | | want. Continual work will increase the amount of time |
| Not only do they provide comfortable and convenient | | | | without its use and will also cost more money. Once |
| camping facilities, but they are also easy and | | | | a person gets some experience, they can then move |
| inexpensive to maintain. | | | | on to more advanced work. However, it is better to |
| Vintage campers can be easily found online. There | | | | start off small. |
| are multiple sites that specialize in selling and restoring | | | | Before buying a vintage camper, think about why |
| these campers. There are also clubs dedicated to the | | | | you want it and what it will be used for. This will |
| restoration and use of these campers. People who | | | | determine the model and size of the camper you |
| use these types of trailers do so for a variety of | | | | may need. Inspect the interior and exterior to |
| reasons. Some people like the classic look while some | | | | determine the condition. Some wear and tear is |
| want an economical way to camp in comfort. Others | | | | expected and dents may be found on the exterior. |
| have no desire to use them for practical purposes | | | | But, it should still be in relatively good shape. Ask the |
| and simply enjoy the restoration process. | | | | seller to demonstrate the plumbing and refrigeration |
| The most popular vintage trailer is the Airstream. | | | | to ensure there are no leaks. Check the floors to |
| They started producing these in 1932 out of wood | | | | determine if they are solid or if there may be rotting. |
| and then changed to the aluminum models that are | | | | Tires should be in adequate condition to at least tow |
| widely recognizable. Vintage campers can often be | | | | it to where it will be stored during minor repairs. |
| towed by smaller vehicles. This is not because they | | | | After purchasing a vintage trailer, be sure to get it |
| are lighter weight but because of the aerodynamic | | | | fully insured. Owning a classic piece of Americana can |
| design and the weight distribution it allows it to be | | | | be a highly rewarding experience. It can also be a |
| pulled with greater ease. | | | | practical way to enjoy retro camping. If you like |
| Buying a vintage camper can be a lot fun but you | | | | classic vehicles, this is a great option for spending |
| should do plenty of research before deciding on one. | | | | time on restoration as well as having a great |
| Unless you are an experienced buyer, it is best to | | | | conversation piece to use for vacationing. |