Campers

Brazilian Karmann Model: 1984 Volkswagen Mobil Safari Camper

Talk about ungainly! This 1984 VW camper looks like it has the weight of the world on its over-burdened shoulders. It’s supposedly one of 850, number 361 actually, with a body by Karmann Ghia of Brazil. This example is… more»

On The Road Again! 1960 Shasta Camper

Shasta RV (as they’re known today) has been in the travel trailer business since 1941. Within 30 years, it would become the largest seller of recreational vehicles in the U.S. A hallmark of the brand is their recognizable “wings”… more»

More Than 150 Cars! 2021 Lucky Fall Classic

Every year, Lucky Collector Car Auctions hosts an online auction for a variety of classic as well as more recent cars, trucks, motorcycles, other vehicles, and related memorabilia. This year, there are at least 150 cars and trucks on… more»

4-Speed Dodge Camper Van: 1972 Xplorer 224

A lot of us grew up motorized camping, as in something other than a tent. We had a pickup camper but really could have used a bigger motorhome. Now, all I want or need for camping or traveling, in… more»

RV Conversion: 1979 Datsun 620

The Datsun 620 was a line of Nissan trucks built in Japan between 1972-79. Earlier models brought into the U.S. were sometimes known as 1600 (as a shout-out to the engine size). But a 1952 cc engine would be… more»

Vintage Motorhome: 1973 Dodge Travco 270

As if homeownership wasn’t complicated enough, then you put your home on wheels and that doubles the equation. Then, make it a vintage motorhome like this 1973 Dodge Travco and you’d do well to know a thing or two… more»

Supercharged RV: 1989 Vixen 21 SE

The words sleek and exotic aren’t usually associated with motorhomes, at least those from the era that a lot of us grew up in, what I call the golden age of camping when there were almost endless manufacturers getting… more»

Rare Tin Top! 1972 Volkswagen Camper

What initially caught my attention with this 1972 VW Camper is its exceptionally clean condition and the fact that it’s a “tin-top” with a non flip-up roof. Values on VW campers have been ascendant for some time now, so… more»

Rare Chalet Camper: 1977 Chevrolet Blazer

Here’s another new one on me, a 1977 Chevrolet Blazer Chalet. There have been other limited production, camper variations that have surfaced, so finding a new one, such as this example, is always an education. This camper is located… more»

Pristine Sleeper: 1993 Chevy C3500 Choo Choo Custom

Founded in 1975 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Choo Choo Customs turned utilitarian trucks and vans into luxury cruisers. Options included upgraded trim, new seating surfaces, high-end sound systems, and a whole lot more! This 1993 Chevrolet C3500 Crew Cab Dually… more»

Home Away From Home: 1982 Blue Bird Wander Lodge

It seems that there comes the point in all of our lives where we need to escape from the hustle-and-bustle of everyday life and take the time to recharge our batteries. A holiday home offers one potential option. They… more»

Westfalia Camper Survivor: 1974 Volkswagen Vanagon

The Westfalia Camper was a conversion of the Volkswagen Type 2 (aka Vanagon) built in the back half of the 20th Century. Westfalia was the subcontractor that Volkswagen used for many of these transformations. This 1974 edition has an… more»

Camper Conversion: 1985 Ford F350

Were you thinking about getting an RV last year when everyone was staying at home only to find out they were out-of-stock or overpriced? Well, if your budget is low and you’ve still got the RV itch, why not… more»

Return To Yesterday: Restored 1964 Winnebago

“Go RVing!” as the tagline proclaims today. This isn’t exactly an RV but it certainly possesses that sentiment and is exactly how people hit the open road back in the ’60s. I’m not much of a camper, I’ve done… more»

Monster Motorhome!1980 Grumman 870 RV

“More of a house than an RV,” according to the seller, this 1980 Grumman 870, later known as the Flxible Metro, began life as a city bus, and later morphed into a monster motor home complete with a rooftop… more»

Orange Overlander: 1974 GMC Motorhome

First of all, it’s easy to love the GMC Motorhome. From the excellent proportions to the ease of maneuverability compared to a full-size motorhome, the front-wheel-drive endeavor by the General is one of those moonshot projects you wish remained… more»

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