Q & A – Renting Trailers & Storage

Do you have questions you would like to submit? If so, visit the submission page at http://littlevintagetrailer.com/submissions/ to submit them and I'll do my best to answer in future Q & A post. ----------------------------  Question about Renting Trailers for Events: I'm looking for a vintage trailer to rent for a photo session, can you tell me where I … [Read more...]

Q & A Should I paint the interior of my vintage trailer?

I receive a lot of questions on the topic of painting the interior of vintage trailers. So I'm going to do my best to answer those questions here. A lot of people ask: Q: Should they paint the interior and if so, will it de-value the trailer? A: Painting the interior of your trailer is entirely up to you. Will it de-value the trailer? Yes, likely it will. The … [Read more...]

Q & A: Can I tow a camper with a 4 cylinder car?

I received this question the other day and I thought it might be helpful to anyone else that may also be looking to tow a vintage trailer with a 4 cylinder car. Question: "I've been seeking a vintage trailer (10-14 ft) that I can pull w/my 4 cylinder car.  There must be a bathroom." Answer: "A vintage trailer of the size you are looking for that has a bathroom … [Read more...]

Q & A: Buying a vintage camper and where to start?

I'm often asked where to start when considering buying a vintage camper. I'm going to answer this in a way that presents questions for you to consider before buying your first vintage trailer. This isn't about what to look for in a specific trailer but more about figuring out just what you want before you start searching for one to buy. So here are questions to ask … [Read more...]

10 Things To Look For When Buying A Vintage Trailer

I know many of you are on the hunt for that perfect vintage trailer and I wanted to share with you 10 things you should check for when looking at one you are thinking about buying. 1. Water Damage. Water is the #1 enemy when it comes to vintage trailers. When there is a leak it can get into the framing and cause some serious damage over time. Always check areas … [Read more...]

Q & A: Baby moon hubcaps and white walls

Question from Lisa: I'm enjoying your new site.  Thanks for all the great info.  I'm at the point where I'm looking for white walls and baby moons for the original rims.  Did you buy your baby moons and white wall tires for buttercup?  If you don't mind sharing, do you know where I could find them to fit?  Since the original rims have 4 bolts, I'm finding it hard … [Read more...]