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12-02-2013, 08:05 AM
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Rivet Master
2012 25' FB Eddie Bauer
Vintage Kin Owner
Virginia Beach
, Virginia
Join Date: Sep 2004
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Eddie Bauer modified - in classifieds
Some of us love Airstreams for what they are - others like them for what they can be. I was very lucky to get a great deal on an almost unused EB earlier this year and lots of my acquaintances and friends actively drool over mine. Therefore I was pleased to find one in the classifieds so I could mention it to fellow campers.
2012 Airstream Eddie Bauer 25 for sale in Beaufort, South Carolina
Everyone's taste is different and this one is Not my cuppa tea. Frankly I wonder why one would pay a premium for an EB then modify it so drastically so soon after buying it. I'd reserve this kind of modification for a 10 year or older A/S where the interior was badly worn.
I personally love the leaf motif sliding doors in the overhead cabinets... so this alone would spoil it for me... but if you want something different... this IS.
Paula
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12-02-2013, 08:13 AM
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1968 17' Caravel
Battle Ground
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 12,255
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Interesting that it is unfinished - buyer gets to choose hardware and finishes. I guess that's an opportunity for someone who wants a fairly new custom trailer. I also don't understand why someone would replace a brand new interior if they didn't plan on keeping it.
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12-02-2013, 09:21 AM
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2 Rivet Member
Currently Looking...
Currently Looking...
Hot Springs Village
, Arkansas
Join Date: Jan 2013
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I remember house hunting. The stress is astounding. I threw a coffee cup when I lost a bid and broke a couple of plates in a drain rack once.
Repairs maybe?
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12-02-2013, 10:10 AM
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Rivet Master
1988 25' Excella
1987 32' Excella
Knoxville
, Tennessee
Join Date: Oct 2010
Posts: 5,119
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"My wife is a designer…." Maybe this sentence explains it.
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12-02-2013, 10:16 AM
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Rivet Master
2021 25' International
Full timer
, Virginia
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 665
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The tabletop does look nice; but oh boy... I wonder if someone viewed the adirondak airstream photos and decided to take a shot at that perfection?
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12-02-2013, 10:22 AM
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Retired.
Currently Looking...
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, At Large
Join Date: Jun 2003
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I see a lot of Airsteams listed in the classifieds and other places for the price somebody paid for it a year, two, or even three previously. Inevitably, the ads stay there until they expire.
We'll see if this is another one like those in another three months.
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12-02-2013, 10:27 AM
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2 Rivet Member
Hilton head island
, South Carolina
Join Date: Nov 2013
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I planning on looking at this as I am close by and a EB is at the top of the list for me and my wife. Who knows it may be perfect for us..
My concern is now I have no idea what it weights or the hitch weight. Would the be modified greatly by these updates? Some other things I am not sure about should be clear when I see it
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12-02-2013, 11:06 AM
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Rivet Master
1956 22' Flying Cloud
1953 32' Liner
1955 22' Safari
Valley View
, Texas
Join Date: Jan 2006
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This is a perfect example of "in the eye of the beholder." I think it sucks.
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12-02-2013, 11:18 AM
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Rivet Master
2012 25' FB Eddie Bauer
Vintage Kin Owner
Virginia Beach
, Virginia
Join Date: Sep 2004
Posts: 7,801
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Melody Ranch
This is a perfect example of "in the eye of the beholder." I think it sucks.
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I'm trying to mellow out in my old age and be less judgmental.... but "not my cuppa tea" seems pallid.
I too would worry about the weight increase. The table and lower cabinet faces should be about the same as the originals, but the "bookcase" that went on the side couch platform, the upper cabinet sliders and the bedroom "wainscotting" have got to add significant weight. Wild Guess 350lbs at least (assumption - the paneling and the door panels on the upper cabinets are only 1/4 inch thick. If they're heavier, yikes!
Designers - I kinda like the table. STOP THERE. Do the rest with upholstery/curtains, and "ob-jay duh-art"... make it easy for the next owner to cleanse his/her palate.
Paula
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12-02-2013, 11:24 AM
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Rivet Master
Commercial Member
Vintage Kin Owner
Naples
, Florida
Join Date: Dec 2005
Posts: 7,508
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Foiled Again
SNIP '"ob-jay duh-art"... make it easy for the next owner to cleanse his/her palate. SNIP'
Paula
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I hear sorbet is very good for that !! :-))
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Solar Tech Energy Systems, Inc.
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12-02-2013, 11:40 AM
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Rivet Master
2012 25' Flying Cloud
Battle Lake
, Minnesota
Join Date: Jun 2009
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I think with a natural finish added to the wood it might be pretty nice, better than the photos indicate. It's excellent that a consistent aesthetic continues throughout.
The bedroom is a curiosity. Are they using a sofa bed so the bedroom can double as a lounge? Good idea in that the dinette seating is lousy for sitting comfort. Twin beds would also fit well.
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2012 FC RB, Michelin 16, ProPride 1400
2016 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab 4X4 Ecodiesel 3.92 axles
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12-02-2013, 01:23 PM
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Rivet Master
1984 34' International
Toronto
, Ontario
Join Date: Jul 2012
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I kind of like it - remember this isn't finished yet. I don't care much for the shiny plastic finish of the newer trailers, much prefer natural wood. With the right kind of finish, this could look lovely.
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12-02-2013, 02:38 PM
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Rivet Master
2013 27' FB International
El Dorado Hills
, California
Join Date: Jan 2013
Posts: 2,023
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I think they effectively wrecked their trailer.
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12-02-2013, 03:05 PM
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1968 17' Caravel
Battle Ground
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 12,255
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One thing I have always thought is that the furniture in new trailers was unnecessarily heavy compared to the construction of cabinetry in the vintage trailers. You could probably shave off a few hundred pounds by getting rid of the MDF and replacing it with lightweight frames and thin plywood, and I think it would look good too. Not saying that's what they did, but if I had a gutted new trailer, that's what I would like to do with the interior.
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12-02-2013, 06:27 PM
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Rivet Master
2014 27' FB Eddie Bauer
Lake Placid
, Florida
Join Date: Aug 2013
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I'm with you Paula, I saw this ad as soon as they posted it. It doesn't look ANYTHING like the Eddie Bauer I have come to love and adore! I absolutely couldn't believe how they took a perfectly great AS and completely changed it. I'm sure it looks better in person but ain't want I'm looking for! Laura
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12-02-2013, 07:19 PM
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Rivet Master
2012 25' Flying Cloud
Battle Lake
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Stefrobrts
One thing I have always thought is that the furniture in new trailers was unnecessarily heavy compared to the construction of cabinetry in the vintage trailers. You could probably shave off a few hundred pounds by getting rid of the MDF and replacing it with lightweight frames and thin plywood, and I think it would look good too. Not saying that's what they did, but if I had a gutted new trailer, that's what I would like to do with the interior.
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Just for the record, there is no MDF in newer airstreams. It's all plywood with laminate surfaces that is rather thick and often curved to eliminate the need for frames. (Classics have solid wood components). There are solid wood supports and edges. Actually quite sturdy construction and not heavy. I just pulled the front dinette cabinetry out of ours to install recliners.
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2012 FC RB, Michelin 16, ProPride 1400
2016 Ram 1500 Laramie Crew Cab 4X4 Ecodiesel 3.92 axles
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12-02-2013, 08:19 PM
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Rivet Master
2000 19' Bambi
mt. Prospect
, Illinois
Join Date: Oct 2006
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Wtf?
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12-02-2013, 08:43 PM
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1968 17' Caravel
Battle Ground
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 12,255
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dkottum
Just for the record, there is no MDF in newer airstreams. It's all plywood with laminate surfaces that is rather thick and often curved to eliminate the need for frames.
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That's good to know. It has been a while since I looked at a new one, and I was disappointed at how unnecessarily heavy it appeared to be.
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12-02-2013, 09:35 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2012 27' FB Eddie Bauer
2018 Tommy Bahama Interstate
Ouray
, Colorado
Join Date: May 2013
Posts: 185
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As an owner of a 2012 27' Eddie Bauer, and living in it fulltime, I can appreciate where the customization was going. However as it is not "finished" yet, its hard to judge.
Timeless Travel Trailers based out of Denver builds (and restores) beautiful Airstreams. For example the one below was well into the 100k range. In fact when we toured the factory, they had many 150k plus builds happening.
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12-02-2013, 10:06 PM
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Site Team
1974 31' Sovereign
Ottawa
, ON
Join Date: May 2008
Posts: 11,219
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dkottum
I think with a natural finish added to the wood it might be pretty nice, better than the photos indicate.
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It might have had they used something other than the low-end knotty pine. That wood reminds me what cheaply-done basements were like in the '50s.
Quote:
Originally Posted by kscherzi
I think they effectively wrecked their trailer.
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I agree.
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