Hi!!! I have been a member of the group for a couple of months, but I’ve been lurking for almost a year. My grandparents aka, Mamou and Papou bought a brand new shiny Airstream 280 in 1982. I was 10 at the time and have many fond memories of family trips. I have always been intrigued by her beauty and class. Both of my grandparents and my mother have since passed and Dorothy the Airstream has been sitting neglected in a cow pasture for almost 10 years now. Surprisingly, she is in very good shape. I will spare you all the details, but I’m absolutely thrilled to say that we are preparing to bring her home this week!!!! It is a dream come true for me. I know we have a long road ahead of us. We plan to completely modernize her so that she will SHINE again!!!!!!
Wow, how lucky you are to get the Airstream passed down to you! Congratulations and good luck on the renovation. There’s a wealth of knowledge on the forum from vintage restoration owners. You’re in the right place!
Nice looking for the years sitting on the farm. Great year!
Hope you don't have any problem getting all the critters out!
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Chris & Brenda....................cMADMAXman
AIR Member 12654
1991 350LE "Zephyr"
1982 310 MoHo (Sold! New home, NYC.)
Many Years ago, 1972 Argosy 24' trailer
Toad, 2001 Chevy Tracker 4x4
Yes there are many of us, '82 280 diesel inherited from in-laws. Welcome and good luck.
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Cheers, Dan
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Welcome to the Forums. We're glad to have you with us. Best wishes on your "Dorothy" project. Please keep us posted on your progress and send many pictures.
Brian
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