What are those big silver, rounded campers/trailers/RVs in the films? (Pictures)?
by admin on Saturday, May 7th, 2011 | 6 Comments
I know they’re trailers/campers, but is there a specific brand which make these ones?
I ask because i’ve never actually seen one IRL, only in films like What’s eating Gilbert grape and 8 Below…
And i don’t think they’re very common in the UK, i don’t see many campers as it is… (I think they just look fantastic and i’m looking to get one eventually and want to start planning)
Picture:
http://www.istockphoto.com/file_thumbview_approve/7055397/2/istockphoto_7055397-silver-rv-on-hwy-from-back.jpg
http://neatorama.cachefly.net/images/2006-02/going-photorealistic-painting.jpg
Air Stream
The name of the brand is Air stream.
Airstream Corporation first made (back in the 1950s) and is best known for that style camper. However several companies have made campers in that style over the years. Airstream even made some all aluminum Motor Homes that looked similar.
Airstream. Get a good used one if you can. They are well built and pretty much last forever. Different sizes and features. Do some online research to select one or two models you will look for. Hook up with Airstream clubs and newsletters, etc. That’s a good way to get wired in for buying in the future. They once took a fantastic caravan trip across Africa.
Look up Wally Byam. He created Airstream and ran caravans for years
Airstream. The units are constructed using aircraft grade aluminum panels and riveting techniques and will last a lifetime if maintained properly.
Better start saving now because most potential buyers are on a waiting list for used models and the resale value is extremely high.
AirStream.
Built since the ’30′s.
Just sold a ’61 Bambi (16′) in only fair condition for $9000 to a colleltor/restorer.
It was one of about 400 ever built…..