Boles Aero trailer

[desertair27]

Found this cool looking trailer in southern NM.

[PhilipKS]

Good find!

[soldiermedic]

Nice

[Airslide]

Amazing the windows are still intact and somebody hasnt used it for target practice.. cool trailer.

Vinnie

[desertair27]

Any idea what it's worth?

[slowmover]

There have been some other discussions here and on WOODALLS in re Boles Aero.

[65CV]

Originally Posted by desertair27

Any idea what it's worth?

No idea what it's worth -- you're not dumping the new-to-you Overlander for this, are you?

[samb]

It is definitely worth saving. My guess is that it is early 50's because of the windows. It has all aluminum wall and ceiling framing with riveted siding and roof. Shows little signs of dissimilar metals corrosion at the lower edges where the aluminum meets the iron frame. The plywood subfloor can be replaced easily without removing the shell if needed. They are less prone to leak because of fewer seams and if the windows are intact the interior might be in fairly good shape. It is at the maximum size for optimum desirability, but still a good find.
If it were just a state or two closer I would be after it immediately. I have owned two Boles Aeros, a '48 and a '49. I still have the '49 and am continually kicking myself for letting the '48 go.
PM me if you are interested in it and we can discuss its value. There are a lot of variables.
Save it if you can.
Sam

[desertair27]

Originally Posted by 65CV

No idea what it's worth -- you're not dumping the new-to-you Overlander for this, are you?

No way, i have to finish an Avion I bought awhile back and the Overlander gets started on. I'm dying to get at the Overlander but my wife made me promise to fix and sell Evelyn the Avion first.
Just wondering bout the Boles Aero.

[slowmover]

Check the wiki on Tin Can Tourist.

[desertair27]

Originally Posted by samb

It is definitely worth saving. My guess is that it is early 50's because of the windows. It has all aluminum wall and ceiling framing with riveted siding and roof. Shows little signs of dissimilar metals corrosion at the lower edges where the aluminum meets the iron frame. The plywood subfloor can be replaced easily without removing the shell if needed. They are less prone to leak because of fewer seams and if the windows are intact the interior might be in fairly good shape. It is at the maximum size for optimum desirability, but still a good find.
If it were just a state or two closer I would be after it immediately. I have owned two Boles Aeros, a '48 and a '49. I still have the '49 and am continually kicking myself for letting the '48 go.
PM me if you are interested in it and we can discuss its value. There are a lot of variables.
Save it if you can.
Sam

Thanks Sam
I'll see if they want to sell, my wife is going kill me if i bring home another trailer!

[Dennisdavism]

Did you purchase the trailer? I also have a 48 boles aero that I am bringing back to life.

[desertair27]

Originally Posted by Dennisdavism

Did you purchase the trailer? I also have a 48 boles aero that I am bringing back to life.

I haven't bought it yet, funny I just stopped and looked at it again this past weekend.
Owner wants $800, still undecided. Interior is trashed.
Mike

[Dennisdavism]

Does it have any appliances? Do you live close? It doesn't look towable. I live in az. If I had something like that by me I would buy to make one solid unit out of two. I need windows some light etc.

[desertair27]

Originally Posted by Dennisdavism

Does it have any appliances? Do you live close? It doesn't look towable. I live in az. If I had something like that by me I would buy to make one solid unit out of two. I need windows some light etc.

I know the refrigerator is missing and the tail lights, Bargman h20 door handles are missing or broken. I don't think it's towable. It's about 200 miles away.
If your interested in it I can tell you where it's at.

[Dennisdavism]

I live in northern az. It might be worth a trip to take a look.

[desertair27]

Originally Posted by Dennisdavism

I live in northern az. It might be worth a trip to take a look.

call me at 915-422-5593 and I'll give you more info.
Mike