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 so I’m just now getting a few minutes to share the news with you all.

First, let me just say that the folks over at NY Times are top notch to work with! Both the writer; Steven Kurutz and photographer; Tony Cenicola were great to work with and very down to earth.

Steven and Tony came out to my place from New York on different days of the week. Steve spent a great deal of time sitting with me inside the trailers asking questions and just getting a feel for the space. I do believe he found the trailers quite charming {although how could someone not right?}. After several hours, Steve headed back to New York to start working on the story.

The following Saturday Tony Cenicola who is a NY Times photographer came out to do a photo shoot. It was a neat experience. I have a new found respect for models that have to brave all kinds of weather when doing photo shoots because it was cold! I was dressed in semi-summer/early fall type clothing and it was 30-something degrees out! Both Tony and I came inside the house several times to warm up.

I was having some fun by taking photos of the photographer

Photo taken by Kelle Arvay of LittleVintageTrailer

Did I mention how cold it was? Immediately after photos were taken I bundled back up in my coat.

Photo by Tony Cenicola

For all of the photos that are taken during a photo shoot only less than a handful actually make it into an article. It was great to see several of the 1963 Yellowstone made the printed version. In the online version, four photos made it in the photo slideshow. There is a lot of time that goes into a photo shoot. It’s much more involved than simply point and shoot. There is lighting equipment, shooting at the right angle and sometimes the time of day plays a factor into getting a great shot. I remember all this from back when I took my then 61 Shasta Compact to a photo shoot for American Greetings company and remembering just how much is involved. Excellent photographers are true artist!

Photo taken by Kelle Arvay of LittleVintageTrailer

Anyway, I hope you’ll check out the article http://www.nytimes.com/2014/11/06/garden/a-passion-for-vintage-trailers.html?_r=0  {Hint: I find the slideshow photos are best viewed in Google Chrome or Firefox}.

Feel free to share the link and I hope I did you all proud in representing our love for these little trailers.

“Bonnie” is a 1968 – 16ft Scotty Camper that is ready to take on the road to explore the country.

All interior lighting, gas stove and refrigerator in great working condition
Kitchen table converts into a full size bed
Back seating converts into a full size bed
No plumbing available in her current state, however there is a small closet that can hold a port-a-potty if needed.
She has had some interior patch work that would provide a handy person a nice little remodeling project.
Recently had roof sealed and all seams have been caulked to ensure no leaking.
Plenty of storage areas
Current owner  is unable to tow her and Bonnie is sitting in Statham, GA and ready for adventure

Location: Statham, GA
Price: Asking price $3,000.00
Seller Contact:  For additional information contact:  Jason Lease by email jlease74@yahoo.com

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78 Canterbury pop-up in really good condition. I am the 3rd owner! I have only been out in it 4 times! 2 full size beds pull out from sides and the dinette turns into a twin. It has a 3 burner stove on gas that works & looks great! As well as a sink and a holding tank. It has a pull up closet for clothes or towels. It comes with a awning and 3 poles, strings and pegs. It has the original cabinet that is used for kitchen items that hooks to outside of trailer! No bathroom but it comes with porta-potty & shower tent to use together! It has lots if extras! Clean and really nice camper. I have 4 herniated disc in my lower back. I thought I could handle it alone but the pain is too much! This would be a great little camper for young family wanting to start traditions while making wonderful memories!

Price: $1,900
Location: Louisville, KY
Seller Contact: 502-641-8050 or e-mail: @ marcy.h@windstream.net.

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This Shasta is da bomb! If you love pin up style and pink then this just might be for you! Here is what the seller says about it.

Beautifully restored 1961 Shasta! This trailer is one of a kind and has been redone into a mobile salon. White button tufted couch, button tufted ceiling, salon chair, dresser and mini chandelier. Comes with everything you see in the pictures. It can be used as is or further converted to your hearts desire. It is truly a sight to see!

The logos/decals on the exterior are vinyl and removable as well.

Price: $9,000 {negotiable}
Location: Houston, TX
Seller Contact: ntwachtman@gmail.com or 832-279-6121

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1957 Woodie Love Bug 12′ Restored Vintage Trailer

Themed as: “Surf’s Up”

After seeing and being influenced by the Surf culture in So. California, the Beach Boys and, of course, Woodie cars of the 1940’s we’ve built the first vintage trailer to romanticize this era. Short (only 12’ “ball to bumper”), super light, self-contained with water and 12v lighting this vintage trailer goes anywhere! Whether on the beach in So. California, the mountains of Colorado or your favorite tail gate party you’re sure to draw a crowd every time with this jewel!!

No cheap fiberglass or plastic walls like today’s trailers. And no cheap 2×2 construction flimsy walls like all the rest of the “canned ham” style of trailers. All custom, hand built wood walls and cabinets are solid ¾” oak and birch. The entry door alone is 2 ½” thick of SOLID oak wood!! Our woodwork is built by wood artisans who have over 50 years of cabinet building expertise. This Woody Love Bug has been restored from the ground up. It is currently registered in California with title in hand.

Exterior:

· New “under trailer” frame

· Only 1400 pounds

· New tires

· NOS (New Old Stock) 1929 Ford Stop / Tail Lights

· New propane tank / propane hose / propane regulator

· New 1950’s flipper hubcaps

· New rear, diamond plate storage box

o Or serving table for your picnic or tail gate party

· New aluminum exterior POLISHED and looks like chrome

· New Oak / Birch exterior wood finished with a water resistant finish

· Door hardware hinges are marine grade, polished stainless steel

Interior:

· Front Kitchen

· Solid Oak / Birch, high end soft close, drawers / cabinets

· Solid butcher block countertop

· 2-burner propane, stainless stove

· Stainless steel sink with new hand pump to provide running water

· 12v fridge

· 12v lighting over table and kitchen

· Holding tanks

o Fresh water and gray water

· Booth that seats 4 adults

· Booth table drops down to convert into a double bed

· Tons of storage

· Solid wood flooring

· Ceiling vent (metal and NOT cheap plastic)

· 12v battery to be self-contained or 110v when plugged into shore power

· New “Smart” battery charger / converter (110v to 12v)

o Modern 110v breakers / 12v fuses located here

More photos can be seen at: http://1957woodielovebug12restored.shutterfly.com/ 

Price: $15,500
Location: California
Seller Contact: Contact Dayton Taylor 949-689-3964
Email: DaytonTaylor@VintageTrailerCrazy.com

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Fully Restored 1960 Shasta Airflyte. Why purchase a replica when you can have the real thing.  All original, polished up and professionally painted.  Restoration included down to the frame with new flooring, insulation, panels, rebuilt vanity, new wiring (110v) and plumbing with drinking water purification system.  Floor plan is back to the original layout.  We kept the original doors, drawers, shelves and of course the infamous Shasta magazine rack.  Shasta wings are also original.  Comfortably sleeps 3 adults or family of 4.  Includes all new stainless steel appliances – Microwave, Refrigerator and 2 burner LP gas drop-in counter cook top.  For those hot summer nights we also integrated a Soleus 8,000 BTU Portable Air conditioner.  It’s been retrofitted to utilize one of the original vents to keep hot air out and cold air in.  We have enjoyed this camper for over 3 years receiving countless comments each and every time we pull up to our pad site.  Camping is a very special activity for our family.  We’re at a crossroads as our kids are getting bigger and space has become an issue.  So, we are hoping to find a suitor that will enjoy it as much as we have.  Asking: $14,000  Length: 15’-10”  Width: 7 ft  Weight: Approx 2,250 lbs Payment Option: Paypal Only.  If necessary we will delivery up to 200 miles from Omaha, NE.

Price: $14,000
Location: Omaha, NE
Seller Contact: byrnescarla@gmail.com or (402)515-4510

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Are you ready for an exciting restoration project?  If so, this vintage trailer is for you.  It is a 1962 Lincraft in need of overall restoration.  The front window is broken and it will need tires.  All of the interior cabinets are original but will likely need to be replaced.

Price: $1200.
Location: Las Vegas, NV.
Seller Contact:  702-361-4003

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This is a 1964 Shasta Airflyte that is 90% restored on the interior.  New tires, new awning, original hubcaps, no wings.  New foam and covers.   Resurfaced counters and table.  The fixed glass windows (included) need installation as well as the interior paneling below the windows and behind the recovered seat back cushions.  Original bunk canvas in great condition.   Floor furnace model.  Floor tile needs replacement.  No leaks, solid floor. Interior has been sanded and resealed for that warm Shasta birch glow.  Appliances untested, but appear great.  Barn kept the past 20 years.

Exterior needs paint, wings and marker lights replaced (Vintage Trailer Supply).  2 modern propane cylinders included.  Has door key and compartment key.   Minor bumps and bruises as should be expected from most 50+ year young campers.  Quite nice all around.

Put less than $2,000 in this and have a $13,000 – $15,000 vintage trailer.  Tows great.  Useable as is.  Take this to the next level for $6875. plus any upgrades.   Have many additional pictures by request.

Price: $6,875
Location: Bovina Center, NY
Seller Contact: Ken Brown – 607-832-4839

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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 truck. His granddaughters are lucky little girls to have such a wonderful little camper of their own.

For size comparison, the teenage girl standing next to the trailer is 5′ 9″.

The bed makes up into a cute dinette.

In the closet there is even a little port-a-potty!

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1959 Mar­King 10’ Vintage Travel Trailer (7’ x 9 1⁄2’ box)

Here is an opportunity to put your own stamp on a tiny trailer project. This
1959 10 ­foot trailer had most of the interior stripped out when we bought it.
We hoped to renovate the trailer but due to health issues we are unable to
complete it at this time.

We removed one window in order to see if the framing had any issues & it
appears to be fine & solid. There is no fresh water tank & the trailer should be
rewired before taking it on the road camping. The interior ceiling is right at 6
feet, so most of us can stand in it completely upright! The roof appears to have
had a coating applied previously and the trailer DOES NOT LEAK, and has
not for the 2 years we’ve owned it.

The trailer is fairly light and can be towed by vehicles smaller than full sized
trucks. I do not know the actual weight but my husband can lift the tongue up
and wheel it around the driveway with relative ease. The receiver hitch on the tongue should be replaced as it’s top lever is missing but the spring catch does still work.
We have an RV shop down the road in the event you wanted any work done prior to towing. We towed the trailer from southern Michigan to Tiffin, Ohio without any problems. If you wish to have it shipped we can help coordinate details. Our zip code is 44883.

The original colors were white for the body with accents in red – you can still
see faint outlines of the original striping and decals to help you restore her if that’s what you want to do. The screen door is original, and I believe the outer door to be original too, but it needs work (obviously)! The windows all swing out and have screens.

Restore to your taste & decor and enjoy camping or use as a backyard retreat.
All in all a little cutie to make you happy without spending thousands of dollars.

Never had a title & bill of sale provided at time of purchase. More pix are available just ask and we will send them to you.

Price: $950
Location: Tiffin, Ohio
Seller Contact: cushionrecoverie@gmail.com or lapetitearmoire@gmail.com or by calling 419­448­-1714.

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1965 Aloha
New gas regulator,oven and stove work
New Fantastic Fan with Temp sensor and tinted cover,it will pull air in or blow out
Deep cycle battery with fuse Link in lower cupboard
New Bearings,race and Grease seals
Great Tires with new baby moon hubcaps
All windows and drip rails have been removed polished,sealed and installed with new stainless screws
New Canvas Bunk
The kitchen table and cushions are intact but I have put a nice mattress on top of them for a comfortable bed
Trailer lived under carport for years until I purchased it.There is minimal to no water damage to the White hickory paneling
The outside still has its little bumps and bruises,the only spot that that really stands out is a puncture on the front right of the trailer.It has been sealed
Led Light installed on ceiling attached to deep cell.
I wanted a nice useable trailer that still looked vintage behind my old truck.It wouldnt take much to put a coat of paint on it or strip it and buff it.I like the stories still on them.

No plumbing “sink drains outside”
No Heater

Price: $3600.00 OBO
Location: Nampa, Idaho
Seller Contact: 208-571-9772

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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 professionally recovered at some point. However, they are the wrong color. They are like a lavender color. So I decided to recover them.

Some of you may remember the post about The Cheaters Way to Recover Cushions Being the busy person that I am, that is the method I chose. Yeah, it’s a cheat for sure but you know, life is short and I don’t want to spend hours and hours of it sewing cushions. I’d rather be out camping instead

Here are the results.

Easy-Peezy and Melly the Pug approves.

The dinette cushions “Before”.

The dinette cushions “After”.

I’ve decided to not recover the rear cushions because that will end up being a permanent bed. This photo below shows you the lavendar color a bit better. I went with aqua of course to match the appliances.

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Purchasing this trailer changed our lives and now the time has come to pass this gift onto someone else. With this rare 1967 Scad-A-Bout we camped no matter what the season. It weighs about 600 lbs. and can be towed by most 4-cylander cars. The kitchen has been remodeled with waterproof laminate, the doors and windows resealed, the electric rewired (and we added a brand-new sealed deep cycle battery), and the plumbing is new. This teardrop trailer has a 2-burner propane stove, a small sink, and a ice-box refrigerator. There is also storage space next to the fridge and under the kitchen in addition to the sleeping area. The sleeping area is about three-quarters of a full mattress and comes with a new feather mattress that fits well.

It’s the perfect camping mate and increased our time, love, and enthusiasm for the outdoors exponentially.

Email or call if interested.

Price: $5,000
Location: Lebanon, Oregon
Seller Contact: Timothy or Nicole: nicolelock@live.com or phone 425-260-7484.

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Darling 1967 Aristocrat Lo-Liner.  This trailer has new tires (including spare), new electrical, new battery, working water pump and propane.  Lightweight (1300 lbs) for easy towing!  Sleeps 4, has a camp stove that connects to the propane tank.  There’s no refrigerator but it has the vented opening  to easily install one.   The interior and exterior were recently done.  No leaks and is currently registered with title.  She’s ready to hit the open road!!  Don’t let this one get away.  I’m happy to answer any questions.

Price: $4,300
Location: Mission Viejo, Ca
Seller Contact: Ronda 714-227-8745

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Cute as a bug 1964 , 10 ft. Shasta travel trailer.
Licensed and registered. Completely re-done.

Includes:
Two newly upholstered couches that pull out into beds.
New flooring
New counter top and dinette table.
New curtains
Original 3 burner stove and oven
Ice box
Water supply: Tank with pump at sink and outside source.
Wiring for both 12,volt system and 110 volt system from outside source.
Propane light
Includes propane tank and 12 volt battery
Separate closet(can accommodate porta potty)
New leaf springs and bearings repacked

Price: $6,500
Location: Orange County, CA
Seller Contact: 714-402-4126

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My friend Jennifer Heynan of Jennifer Jangles has a brand new book out called Stitch Kitsch and one lucky winner will receive a copy! Check out all the cute vintage camper designs. All you have to do to enter is:

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1964 Jet Trailer – 12 ft. (14 ft. with hitch) in length and comes with a brand new striped awning, poles, and tie ropes plus a quality step stool. Exterior recently painted and interior totally refurbished.

Exterior Improvements: 2 propane tanks, new trailer tires, axle rebuilt and bearings greased, windows newly caulked and seals replaced, additional seals added on jalousie windows, roof treated with three applications of Kool Seal, new roof skylight installed, rock plate on front of trailer, new exterior door knob and deadbolt installed in front door, and new battery in exterior battery case.

Interior Improvements: Rebuilt bed frame and seat frames, brand new quality seat cushions with new vinyl covering, new bed mattress with sheets, pillows and bedcover, new wood panelling installed with “wood” beams on ceiling, new textured brick wallpaper installed on side wall, antique leaded glass window installed in back window, new back curtain and side window blinds, new carved wood back shelf, closet storage pockets and clothes rod added to closet, porta potty in closet, new faux granite film covering kitchen counter top, new electric refrigerator added, new microwave added, new electric hot plate added, new burlap covering on kitchen cabinets, entire trailer totally rewired, 3 additional electrical outlets added, new 12 volt Inverter, 3 new interior lights, 3 new puck lights added under kitchen cabinet, new bamboo wood flooring, new water pump and new kitchen faucet, new “Buddy” portable propane heater, new smoke and carbon dioxide detector.

I have a clean Colorado title. CASH ONLY.

Price: $8,500
Location: Near Peyton, Colorado
Seller Contact: juliemcg4@gmail.com

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1965 16′ Yellowstone for sale.  New cushion covers, a/c serviced, new curtains, new vintage awning with handmade poles, new trailer marker light wiring,  Needs some TLC. Great resto project or camp in as is.

Clear Illinois title.

Price: $2,000
Location:  Virginia, Illinois
Seller Contact: 1950pumpkintruck@att.net

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