If that's the worst of it, that's just a panel replacement but could be popped back out with a minimal amount of damage remaining for now. Airstreams of this era are getting harder and harder to find and if the interior is nearly 100% intact, the rest is cosmetic.
Heh! I rarely get to let my inner Monty out, so thank you for that. As an electrical engineer I am, of course, well versed in all things geeky.
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Originally Posted by flyfshr
If that's the worst of it, that's just a panel replacement but could be popped back out with a minimal amount of damage remaining for now. Airstreams of this era are getting harder and harder to find and if the interior is nearly 100% intact, the rest is cosmetic.
Where's your sense of adventure?
Brad
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Heheh... well, honestly if I already had one ("He says he's already got one!") then I would be very tempted to pick up another one in this condition if the price were right. But as a first foray into the world of vintage Airstreaming, I think I better go for one a little... ummmmm... straighter?
But the interior really does look pretty nice, so if there's anyone else out there who is really good at panel replacement and wants a nice project, I'd be happy to forward on the details that I have and the contact info.
Marcus, I agree with Flyfshr .... take the plunge ... there are no perfect vintage units out there. My Caravel has two craters in the top panels which will require about 6 panel replacements, and I'm cool with that - if everything else is good - go for it - that's just the cost of admission to the club. Perhaps every quest has an imperfect beginning ... isn't that the fun and adventure of it all .... just don't wake up some morning and regret the one that got away. Just my 2 cents from the class of '72.
Marcus, I agree with Flyfshr .... take the plunge ... there are no perfect vintage units out there. My Caravel has two craters in the top panels which will require about 6 panel replacements, and I'm cool with that - if everything else is good - go for it - that's just the cost of admission to the club. Perhaps every quest has an imperfect beginning ... isn't that the fun and adventure of it all .... just don't wake up some morning and regret the one that got away. Just my 2 cents from the class of '72.
Ha!
I think you guys just want to make sure everybody suffers together!
I agree that all vintage units are going to be imperfect, but some are more imperfect than others.
The Fidy Ate in Colorado is in substantially better exterior condition, decent interior condition aside from the missing gaucho which I planned to convert to a dinette anyway, a similar asking price, and a somewhat closer drive.
And then there's the painted '62 in your backyard over in Cow Town, which I'm still considering driving up to inspect one of these days if it doesn't sell before I get the chance.
There are options, and the denizens of this very message board are the ones who have taught me my mantra:
All these pre 1958 trailers are for sale in Central Virginia. Are you drooling yet Marcus? You buy it and get it a year to a year and a half from now in perfect new condition.
I agree with what has been said about the probabilities of finding a so called "perfect" vintage trailer and about taking the bullet and suffering along with the rest of us. Heck I'm all for leaping without looking and suffering to the extreme. Just take a look at my threads if you don't believe me.
BUT...brother, you're on a vision quest! That's an altogether different path. And this thread seems to be about the search for one! Your bullet is in the search itself. Hang in there. One thing is for sure your trailer is out there waiting for you and I'm certain you'll find it. Your quest has been impeccable! Keep the faith!
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“Complications arose, ensued, were overcome...savvy?”
I know the classified ad for my Overlander said, "minor hail dimples". That almost made it sound "cute". The ad just didn't say how many.....the whole curb side. One day, the shell will come off, the floor replaced, the interior walls will come out, and the hail damage repaired. I'm an automobile dealer and the dent removal guys said they can do the repair if they can get to the back on the dents. My point being, all the vintage Airstreams seem have issues. We will spend the money on something, axles, leaks, new this or that, etc. Very few of us can seem to find the one 2 miles away for $800 in great shape.
But, the hunt is fun.
We "all" will keep looking....I like spending someone else's money!
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All these pre 1958 trailers are for sale in Central Virginia. Are you drooling yet Marcus? You buy it and get it a year to a year and a half from now in perfect new condition.
I agree with what has been said about the probabilities of finding a so called "perfect" vintage trailer and about taking the bullet and suffering along with the rest of us. Heck I'm all for leaping without looking and suffering to the extreme. Just take a look at my threads if you don't believe me.
BUT...brother, you're on a vision quest! That's an altogether different path. And this thread seems to be about the search for one! Your bullet is in the search itself. Hang in there. One thing is for sure your trailer is out there waiting for you and I'm certain you'll find it. Your quest has been impeccable! Keep the faith!
Thanks for the vote of confidence Todd, it is much appreciated. You, Vern, and I will have our Polish Party yet.
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