1951 Spartan Spartanette: A River Rescue with Mid-Century Style
This 1951 Spartan Spartanette was discovered in a permanent campground in western North Carolina along the Nantahala River. It had…
Month: June 2026
The Origins of the Vintage Trailer Movement
From the pages of the Vintage Camper Trailers MagazineWith the 100th anniversary of the Tin Can Tourists (TCT) and the induction…
Is My Trailer Vintage?
What Defines a Vintage Trailer? Vintage camper trailers evoke a sense of nostalgia and a love for the craftsmanship of…
Asbestos Alert! What You Need to Know Before Removing Old Flooring
By Gary WilliamsIf the flooring in your vintage trailer was installed between 1952 and 1986, it’s very likely to contain…
1962 Shasta Airflyte Becomes the Silver Winged Travel Bar
This 1962 Shasta Airflyte came to Retromodern Campers from Brent and Rebecca Grayson of Charlotte, North Carolina. The trailer was…
Mid-Century Modern 1965 Aristocrat LoLiner
I am a lover of vintage campers and recently remodeled a 1965 Aristocrat LoLiner. I have a degree in Interior…
Craby 2 The Teardrop Trailer
We are on to another adventure! We knew it was love at first sight when Cheryl and Jd purchased their…
The 1965 Shasta Compact That Became a Dream Come True
Imagine my surprise and excitement when my husband, John, suggested we look for a small vintage camper to restore for…
Rallying Without RV Park Amenities: How to Make It Work
Imagine hosting a vintage trailer rally in a city park with no hookups, minimal restroom facilities, and no showers. Sounds…