Know someone that needs help pricing their vintage trailer? Feel free to share this article with them. Let's face it vintage trailers and campers are quite popular these days. They are so popular that it's not unusual to see some that are over priced either by a little or a lot. We all know that supply and demand play a role in pricing for just about anything, … [Read more...]
Dear Vintage Trailer Buyer, an Open Letter
April 14, 2014 by · 3 Comments
{Feel free to "Pin" the above or share it on Facebook} Dear Potential Vintage Trailer Buyer, I received your list of 50+ questions about my vintage trailer that I have for sale. (See bottom of letter for link to the questions.) Honestly I think your questions were extremely well thought out! I think that it shows you really know how to do your homework and that … [Read more...]
Trailer Valet – Hitch and move your trailer with ease
December 10, 2013 by · 3 Comments
I wanted to introduce you all to the Trailer Valet. I have one and wanted to give you all a review on it. If you struggle to get your trailer hooked up to the ball hitch on your tow vehicle or need to park your trailer in a tight spot, the Trailer Valet may be something to look into. It's a unique trailer tongue jack that allows you to maneuver your trailer … [Read more...]
How to create a shower in your vintage trailer
August 26, 2013 by · 6 Comments
I've seen some clever things throughout the years but this idea is not only clever but if it's do-able in your trailer it also is solving a problem. Who would of thought that with a hula hoop, bungy cords, a pump, a bucket, water container and a shower curtain you could actually have your very own shower facilities in your vintage trailer? Granted there is some set … [Read more...]
Shipping a Vintage Trailer using Uship
March 21, 2013 by · 6 Comments
Since I get this question a lot I thought it might be helpful info for anyone else looking into options to have a trailer shipped via Uship to share my personal experience with you. I've used U-ship and had no problems with transporting a trailer from AZ to MI. It cost around $1,350. This price of course will vary from shipper to shipper. How it … [Read more...]
Beware of scams when buying a vintage trailer
June 21, 2012 by · 14 Comments
I really wanted to touch on this topic after seeing a scam run rampant currently. There was a 1972 Roadrunner trailer currently listed for sale all over on Craiglist. It's a gorgeous trailer and it's listed for $1,800. It's a SCAM. The same trailer sold a couple weeks ago on eBay for $8,200. So please, please be careful. Scammers lure you in with photos they have … [Read more...]
What you can learn from Tiny Homes
January 20, 2012 by · 1 Comment
I am big fan of the tiny house movement. There is some sort of kindred correlation between tiny homes and tiny trailers. Both can serve as living spaces if one chooses and both can be mobile, as some tiny homes are built on flat bed trailers. The most intriguing feature of tiny homes that can cross over as a learning tool for vintage trailer owners is getting the most … [Read more...]
Follow me on Pinterest
November 10, 2011 by · 3 Comments
If you are not familiar with Pinterest, let me just say it's highly addictive! You can "pin" images of your favorite things to your very own virtual bulletin boards. There are literally thousands of images of eye candy. It's a great place to get ideas. So many that it makes my head spin! So I'd like to invite you all to come follow me and check out my boards. As time … [Read more...]
Saying Goodbye to Daisy
August 30, 2011 by · 1 Comment
It's a bitter sweet day today. Today is the day I said goodbye to Daisy, our 64 Astroflyte. I know though that she is in very good hands and the buyer couldn't have been a nicer person! I am sure her new family will enjoy her so much. So while I'm feeling a little down right now I'm sure when the sun comes up tomorrow I will feel better and I know she went to a very … [Read more...]
