While the prime season for traveling might be nearing an end for some families, there may still be a few weeks left in other parts of the country to enjoy nice weather and more sunshine before winter sets in. For those looking to hit the road inexpensively, this vintage Winnebago seems like a great deal for $1,000, and the seller says you can drive it home. He also indicates that it needs work, but for a large and running RV, it may be hard to beat at this price point. This one is located in Fredonia, Wisconsin, and can be seen here on Facebook Marketplace. Lothar… of the Hill People, thanks for your fun tip here!
This Winnebago is listed as a 1958 model, but that’s actually the year the company was founded, and they started out manufacturing only travel trailers in the beginning. It wasn’t until 1966 that they started producing self-contained motorhomes, and I’m only guessing that the one being offered here is from 1967. If any of our readers can positively identify what year this Winnebago rolled off the assembly line, please chime in! Though the presentation is boxy, the exterior appears to remain in decent shape, at least structurally. There’s some fading in the paint and graphics, but the body itself seems straight and solid.
Although the living quarters aren’t nearly as modern as those found on many recreational vehicles today, some essentials are still present, including a stove and a sink. It’s hard to tell from the photo what components are on the opposite side, and also no confirmation that any of them are currently working. However, with such a low initial cost, there may be enough left in the buyer’s bank account to make some interior renovations and upgrades.
The driver and front-passenger area look fairly basic, but one thing that made early Winnebago motorhomes stand out was their affordability, with some competing models from other manufacturers costing about twice as much. The seller says it’s powered by a 6-cylinder, but unfortunately we don’t get to see a photo of the engine. While this one’s not glamorous or particularly luxurious, it appears capable of getting the job done and seems like a bargain for someone looking for an entry-level motorhome. Is this vintage Winnebago one you’d consider pursuing?
A six? Is that even possible? Many a sour memory do I have being behind some codger in one of these going 20 MPH below the limit on an unpassable road. Ruin my driving experience, sours the view. Many internet videos these days on how much buyers regret such purposes. Money traps that rarely get used, and when they do, they are a dissapointment. Only your Cousin Eddie could appreciate this. Kitsch on wheels.
I’m guessing it has the Mopar slant 6 in it, heck it would take a month of driving to get it here to Texas. 😆
If you wait long enough they will likely give it away, junk yards won’t tow it for free. A friend has the tow contract for a local city, it’s stipulated in the contract he will not tow motorhomes.
Anyone who buys this needs to make sure the sellers name is on the title.
Steve R
I watched a new video from Vice Grip Garage, this weekend, with Derek starting work on a houseboat that he bought. This Winnebago looks like it will be just about as much fun.😳 $1,000 is probably about right.