1963 Yellowstone Renovation & Restoration Part 3

In the last post here we left off where the trailer had all new skin. So next comes some interior repairs and additions and finally new paint! In the bed area I didn't have any interior lights. I guess there never was any. So I asked the guys at VTR if they could add some and they came up with these sconce beauties. A very talented gentleman added the design to … [Read more...]

1963 Yellowstone Renovation & Restoration Part 2

If you missed part 1 of this blog series you can see it HERE. All the work you see done here was done at Vintage Trailer Restoration in Burton, MI Oh and just a little tip before I go on; if you take your trailer to a shop for repairs, remove all of your cushions and décor items from inside the trailer first. Leave those items stored at home. The reason is it will … [Read more...]

1963 Yellowstone Renovation & Restoration Part 1

I'm going to break this post up in few parts because there are so many photos and information to share. So this is part one. Before we get into the details I had someone ask me why I call this a renovation and a restoration? I feel like the work that has been done to it puts it in a space in between both renovation and restoration. While it's not a ground up … [Read more...]

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...]

Before and After Vintage Trailer Dinette Cushions

You can never have enough posts about trailer cushions right?? Here are some cushions I did awhile back but forgot to publish this post {oops}. So I'm publishing it now so you all can see how they turned out. These cushions are from a 65 Frolic. They are actually in very good shape. Almost like new in fact, with a nice quality fabric and zippers. Someone had them … [Read more...]

Featured Trailer; 1952 Vagabond

This stunning 1952 Vagabond is owned by Sandy Mastin and Steve Brown. I had the pleasure of touring it during the rally at PJ Hoffmaster State Park. Talk about stepping back in time!! This is truly a stunning example of a trailer of that era.   Would you like to see your vintage trailer featured on LVT? If so, send us information and photos via our submission … [Read more...]

How To Remove Dents from Vintage Campers

A lot of vintage trailers will have beauty marks and/or dents due to age, elements, tree branches falling on them or backing into things. The challenge is how to fix them? 1. You could replace the damaged metal panel. 2. You could cover the damage if it's in a place where something like diamond plate would be appropriate (ie; the lower front panel). 3. You could … [Read more...]

The Cutest Child Sized Trailer Ever Built!

This is the most adorable little trailer I think I've ever laid eyes on! It was built by Butch Starner for his granddaughters. It's not just an ordinary play house for kids though and is built just like a regular sized trailer with all the features of a larger one.  The workmanship on this little camper is amazing! Butch transports this cutie in the back of his pickup … [Read more...]

Adorable Handmade Caboose Trailer

I wanted to share with you all this adorable caboose trailer that was hand made by Glenn Wallin. Glenn says it gets a lot of attention where ever they go. I believe it! It's simply adorable! Sorry, it's not for sale. Would you like to see your trailer featured here? If so, submit the info and photos about your trailer here and we just might feature it! … [Read more...]

Little Vintage Trailer in the New York Times

I wanted to share with you all the news that Little Vintage Trailer made it onto the front page of the Home & Garden section of the New York Times on Nov 6th. Here is a link where you can read the online version: http://www.nytimes.com/2014/11/06/garden/a-passion-for-vintage-trailers.html?_r=0 It's been quite a whirlwind of activity behind the scenes since then … [Read more...]