Featured Trailer – Hula Hideaway

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Check out the theme Tina is creating in her 1971 Holiday Rambler Vacationer. This is what she says about the transformation. "My boyfriend and I have taken on the task of fixing up a 1971 Holiday Rambler Vacationer.  We are still in the process of fixing it up but so far, so good.  We've taken our trailer out twice so far on dry camping trips in the Idaho … [Read more...]

Featured Trailer – 1959 Kenskill

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Kenskill's are great trailers. They appear to be very well built and I really appreciate the layouts in them.  This is what Karen writes about her trailer; "What a delightful site!  I too am a vintage trailer owner.  I have a 1959 Kenskill with all original pink appliances.  She even has a pink porcelain toilet and shower surround.  Of course I wanted to paint … [Read more...]

The Little Camper That Glows

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OK, this is a bit out of the norm for me to post because it's not a vintage trailer but what the heck, I figured you all would enjoy seeing this! This little trailer is a 2013 Roma Caravan manufactured in the UK. This particular one recently sold on eBay. What's unique about it is it's skinned in stainless steel for that shiny chrome look.  Another unique … [Read more...]

Featured Trailer – 1956 Vakashunette

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Vickie from Enchanted Trails RV Park & Trading Post shares with us her gorgeous 56 Vakashunette. Here is what she said. I actually have seven vintage trailers and an RV Park called Enchanted Trails which is on old Route 66 in Albuquerque. I rent 5 of my trailers out (antique furnishings and all) and strive to be the "Shady Dell" on the Mother Road. There are … [Read more...]

The Ultimate Luxury in Vintage Trailers

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OK, well I'm sure there are some Airstream fans out there that will say that the Airstreams are the most luxurious, but you have to admit this one is way up there on the list. This is a European Caravan. It's actually a 1958 Vickers Showman's Travelling Wagon and no two are alike as they were custom designed for the original purchaser's. Now tell me....could you … [Read more...]

Before & After: Trashy the Trailer

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OK, every now and then someone sends me some before/after pictures of their vintage trailer and I have to say Miki's trailer named "Trashy" takes the prize so far for best make over that I've seen! Facts about Trashy from her owner Miki: 1. She's a 1958 Kencraft floozie from Hollywood, Ca. 2. She cost $150.00 with no title....she has one now. 3. She is rare, … [Read more...]

Building Teardrops – An Inspirational Story

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I am completely inspired by Mike Miller and his talent in building these adorable teardrop trailers. You know what's even more inspiring about this? Mike has Parkinson's disease. Below his wife Justine shares his story with us. I hope it inspires you!! "Parkinson's Disease is misunderstood by most people.  It is a non contagious, continually    degenerating … [Read more...]

Featured Trailer – A Gingerbread Themed Shasta

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I think this has to be the most uniquely themed vintage trailer I've seen to date. It makes you just want to take it to a trip to Candy Land. Isn't it so sweet? (pun intended). Here is a bit of information the owner Julia shared about the trailer. "Ginger is a '59 Shasta Airflyte that we bought off of eBay. It had been lakeside in Wisconsin near Minnesota for a … [Read more...]

1951 Cozy Cruiser Vintage Trailer For Sale

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{This trailer is now SOLD} OK folks, here is a real cutie for sale. I personally love the Cozy Cruisers and almost had one last year but it didn't pan out. The Cozy Cruiser is a predecessor of the Shasta. Before Shasta started building the common Shasta models many of you know of today (Compact, Airflyte, Astrodome, etc.,) the company started out building the Cozy … [Read more...]

Featured Trailer – 1957 De Ville

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Take a look at Tom and Sue's 1957 De Ville. What a gem! I'm always in amazed what a difference a new exterior paint job can do for a trailer. It totally brings the exterior back to life. In the case of this De Ville with the interior being in such good shape, the new paint job is just icing on the cake! Here is a note from them. "We always thought we wanted a … [Read more...]