After Twenty Years, It’s Time to Pass the Keys: A 1947 Spartan Manor
After more than twenty years of vintage trailering, some decisions are harder than others. This one certainly was. The owners…
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When a Trailer Feels Like Home: A 1950 Spartan Mansion
Some trailers check the boxes. Others make you slow down, step inside, and instantly feel at home. This 30-foot 1950…
Culture Hustlers 1957 Shasta Incubator
The Original Mobile Incubator was a showcase of American creative enterprise. The structure was a completely overhauled 1957 Shasta camper,…
A 1960 Holiday House Head Turner
Some vintage trailers don’t just show up—they arrive with presence. This 17-foot Holiday House is one of those rare rigs…
Ms. Lacey-Pearl / Pandora’s Box, a 1967 Shasta Starflyte
After placing the “winning” eBay bid in October 2017, Yvonne and her handy husband, George, climbed into their trusty old…
1959 Cardinal: Too Classic to Keep to Ourselves
We don’t always get the whole story behind every vintage trailer we feature, and that’s part of the charm. Sometimes…
1936 Bowlus Road Chief: A Fully Restored Icon of American Travel History
Designed by aviation pioneer Hawley Bowlus, the Bowlus Road Chief holds a special place in American travel history as the…
A California Classic: The Story of a 1952 Hanson Love Bug
There’s something special about a vintage trailer that has lived its whole life under California skies. Some gather rust, others…
A Little Thunderbird With a Big Story
Some trailers earn their charm over time, and some arrive with it built right in. This 1973 Thunderbird “Castle on…