This very clean and well-sorted 1989 Volkswagen Westfalia Vanagon is up for auction on eBay. When writing, the bidding was just over $12,000 with no reserve. The renowned Buslab shop in Berkeley, CA, sorted out this lunchbox, installing upgraded… more»
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Cheap Travel Project: 1950 Spartan Royal Mansion
During the 1940s, Spartan Aircraft Co. stayed busy making airplanes for the war effort. However, demand declined dramatically after the final cease-fire, so the company began to look for new ways to utilize its production capabilities. One avenue that… more»
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Hatchback Hutch: 1973 Chevrolet Nova
The Nova, Chevrolet’s venerable compact, became popular in 1973. It got a styling refresh in ’73 and ’74 that added a hatchback to the mix. As a result, the car enjoyed its second-best sales year to date. A new… more»
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Vintage Camper: 1976 Toyota-Chinook
Is there anything the Toyota Hilux can’t do? Made over at least eight generations, economical to run, sold worldwide … and transformed here into a camper by California company Chinook Mobilelodge, the Hilux proved its versatility for decades. The… more»
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Weekend Fun! New Build 1929 Ford Model A House Car
The concept of a house on a car is almost as old as the car itself. The oldest-known “house car” is a 1914 Model T caravan commissioned by a British family; its chassis was lengthened and its body was… more»
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Romance the Road: 1974 Winnebago Brave D19
Here is a time capsule straight out of the 1970s – a very original 1974 Winnebago Brave D19. With only 43,000 miles on the clock and retaining nearly all of its’70s decor and appointments, this RV is ready to… more»
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BF Auction: 1977 GMC Kingsley MotorHome
For a half-dozen years in the 1970s, GMC’s Truck and Coach Division made one of the nicest and most iconic motorhomes of all time. Their advertising was even great, with lines like, “We hide our best work where it… more»
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Rare House Car Project: 1950 Hudson Camper
Hudson Motor Car Co. was one of the few independent automakers to last into the 1950s. They merged with Nash-Kelvinator in 1954 to form American Motors and the nameplate would soon disappear. The seller’s car may be a 1950… more»
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BF Auction: 1973 Volkswagen Transporter Westfalia
There are many ways you can escape daily life’s hustle and bustle. Some choose to camp in the great outdoors in a tent, while others seek five-star luxury. This 1973 Volkswagen Westfalia represents an excellent compromise. This beautifully preserved… more»
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Sky Lounge Equipped: 1963 Ford F100 Camper
One of the bonuses for being a regular reader of Barn Finds is that some of the most interesting and unusual vehicles being offered in the marketplace are written up right here. That said, this 1963 Ford F100 4WD… more»
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No Reserve: 1987 Ford E-350 Conversion Van
Vacations are the moments when someone manages to escape their daily life and can wander off to recharge their batteries. Some people prefer five-star luxury, while others find pitching a tent in the wilderness irresistible. There is a middle… more»
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Nostalgia on Wheels: 1969 Dodge M300 Chinook Motor Home
Some peoples dream is to be on the open road exploring North America in a classic vehicle. This 1969 Dodge M300 Chinook Motor Home might be that opportunity. This example is located in Tempe, Arizona. The timeless appeal of… more»
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Travelette: 1973 International Harvester 1210
International Harvester is perhaps best known for its farm equipment, but they were also in the truck business for a time. They were always overshadowed by the “ Big 3” Detroit automakers but did accomplish at least one first:… more»
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Classic Winnebago Camper For Only $500!
Winnebago Industries has been around since 1958 and is likely the market leader in recreational vehicles (or at least that’s my perception). The hobby took off in the 1970s, when the seller’s RV was built. We don’t know the… more»
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1996 Toyota HiAce Bambee Diesel Camper
As the years roll by, the US rule allowing a person to import a foreign car so long as it is more than 25 years old is bringing ever more interesting metal onto our shores. From Japan, we’re seeing… more»
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Shinoda Goes RVing: 1971 Dodge Rectrans Discoverer
When you hit two bases-loaded home runs in the world of automotive styling, what do you do for an encore? Larry Shinoda, the famed designer who is credited for elements of the 1963 Corvette and the Boss 302 Mustang,… more»
