Pictures of 1967-72 motorhomes

[jocko]

I am keepin it on my list also, I think it's really pretty nice - but to be honest, when it comes to actually buying one, I prefer a TH400 and 71+ for factory disks. As much as I like wrenching on trucks, the less wrenching I have to do on a motor home to add disks or add a/c or swap an auto trans, the more time I can spend actually using it. Ha. Cool truck. So, if the seller ever frequents this site, he now knows at least three people are looking and will probably raise the price! Quick, delete this thread!

And I agree, this one is a little overpriced, but it sounds as though it's quite negotiable. Prices are relatively low anyway for what you're getting for your money because the market for them is so small - most folks don't have room to leave a class c motor home lying around the property. I'd have to kick multi vehicles out into the cold just to get this one into the barn for an oil change - if it could even make it thru the door.

[57Suburb]

Originally Posted by jocko

I am keepin it on my list also, I think it's really pretty nice - but to be honest, when it comes to actually buying one, I prefer a TH400 and 71+ for factory disks. As much as I like wrenching on trucks, the less wrenching I have to do on a motor home to add disks or add a/c or swap an auto trans, the more time I can spend actually using it. Ha. Cool truck. So, if the seller ever frequents this site, he now knows at least three people are looking and will probably raise the price! Quick, delete this thread!

Yeah, all the little details I had in the back of my mind too. ;-)

[nibulus]

You guys read my mind. If it'd be a -71 or -72, it might be worth $5.000. For me.

However, for that one I'd offer $4.000. Judging by the pictures (only), you'd need to invest about $2.000 in it to have it road- and campingworthy. Depending on one's standards/needs, of course. It'd need at least a new set of tires and loads of technical attention. The gas and water systems might be real money pits.

I'm a bit price-sensitive though, since I've probably seen too many good ones for $5-6.000... Registered and ready for camping.

But now we're drifting off-topic.

Here's a bit more of camper love. BOOM.

[jocko]

Originally Posted by nibulus

You guys read my mind. If it'd be a -71 or -72, it might be worth $5.000. For me.

However, for that one I'd offer $4.000. Judging by the pictures (only), you'd need to invest about $2.000 in it to have it road- and campingworthy. Depending on one's standards/needs, of course. It'd need at least a new set of tires and loads of technical attention. The gas and water systems might be real money pits.

I'm a bit price-sensitive though, since I've probably seen too many good ones for $5-6.000... Registered and ready for camping.

But now we're drifting off-topic.

Here's a bit more of camper love. BOOM.

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Yeah. Exactly like THAT. That's what I'm looking for... very nice. When folks post, please list mfgr details if you happen to know them, am always curious!

[kehstr]

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[Hart_Rod]

Nice rigs! Wish I could find a nice one that wasn't all the way across the country.....

[jocko]

this one was on cl a few months ago - wish I'd looked into it. Did contact seller, but she didn't seem to be too into selling it - wouldn't take any additional pics, ha! Anyway, wondering if a member ended up buying it - 72 C20 Cheyenne Custom Camper in dk olive.

[FleetsidePaul]

Sad one. I snapped this picture about 10 years ago. It didn't look like it was that bad until the wrecking yard got a hold of it.

[68bowtie]

i just bought this (you can ignore the pickup) 1967 rancho el rae cabover camper. built in nephi utah. it's surprisingly complete and functional. doing a little cleanup and getting it in good working order. i've tried researching it but it seems to be really rare. i can't find a single picture of another one on the internet! if anyone knows anything about them i'd love to hear! it would be awesome to pair this with a 67 pickup.

[ApacheIvan]

Originally Posted by 68bowtie

i just bought this (you can ignore the pickup) 1967 rancho el rae cabover camper. built in nephi utah. it's surprisingly complete and functional. doing a little cleanup and getting it in good working order. i've tried researching it but it seems to be really rare. i can't find a single picture of another one on the internet! if anyone knows anything about them i'd love to hear! it would be awesome to pair this with a 67 pickup.

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I am looking for a vintage camper now. Found one in Colorado, about 700 miles to pick it up Dollar a mile to have it delivered. That El Rae is cool. More pics!

[68bowtie]

turlock!?! very cool...

[jocko]

thanks for posting that one Dirt, it's one of my favorites.

[Dirt's72]

Originally Posted by 68bowtie

turlock!?! very cool...

Yes, do you recognize this place? I found it here posted in the trucks for sale. Bob held it for me so my girlfriend and I flew to oak town (stopped to blaze one with too short) where my friend in Santa Cruz picked us up and drove us there to get it. It needed all six tires replaced. A very interesting story behind the seller as well.







Needless to say my girlfriend was terrified when we got it and all the tires were shot. Went and bought tools, battery,alternator there in Turlock and we was on our way. Lost the battery just before Death Valley. The heater core blew out in Arizona spraying antifreeze all over the ladies legs. Made it through NM during a blizzard with no heat but we got her home.

Originally Posted by jocko

thanks for posting that one Dirt, it's one of my favorites.

Thank you jocko for all your cool Craigslist find and other very helpful posts. If you ever come through here you should stop and visit.

[Coley]

I love those open road units...very cool.
The only thing I struggle with is some of the 'period' look inside in terms of colors, fabrics, etc....that stuff is a little tougher to take....lol.
I bought a pickup camper years ago and it had that 1970's dark wood type interior...and I (and my wife) just couldn't handle that whole 'dark den' look.
So I sanded it all down and repainted it inside to a very bright color....it was way more liveable and 'cheerful' in there.
I did however go with a lot of cool 'period' type fixtures, lamps, shades, stuff like that.
If I find some pics I will post them up.

...cool thread, keep those camper units coming!

Coley

[nibulus]

1969 Open Road - $3.250

https://fargo.craigslist.org/rvs/6215573312.html

350/th400
51,000 miles
Blazer bucket seats
Fridge
Furnace
Sink
Stove
Rear fold down deck
Rear sliding glass patio door
Bunk beds in back
Table turns into bed
Queen bed above cab

I use this to tow my 6,000lbs race car and trailer to brainerd and back (300 mile round trip). I can run 60-65 and get 7 mpg. 9 mpg without the trailer.

[nibulus]

1967 Camper - $6.500

https://skagit.craigslist.org/rvs/6217209264.html

I got this from the man that ordered the truck and then drove it straight to Caveman factory and had them make their first motor home. It's all original and ready for the right person to love! The original 327 runs great and it drives like new!

[Chevyland]

Originally Posted by nibulus

1969 Open Road - $3.250

https://fargo.craigslist.org/rvs/6215573312.html

Hey nimbulus
I think that one is the perfect candidate for you
Red white and blue
You can buy it for less than what it would cost
To rent one from cruiseAmerica.com
And
Drive it across the country visiting all the national parks
After hitting up Disneyland you can come visit Chevyland
Remember,
I told you we have relatives in northern Germany
Well
Some are here too, so you would feel right at home, speaking German
We could go drop the motor home off at the docks in Oakland
Before you get dropped off at the airport to go home
So it could be sailed 1/2 way around the globe for your camping trips when you get back
You'd be the hit, at every Rv park you went to in Deutschland 🇩🇪🇺🇸

[nibulus]

Originally Posted by Chevyland

Hey nimbulus
I think that one is the perfect candidate for you ...

Eric, our thoughts are so alike, it's almost scary.

Your concept is pretty much exactly what we've been planning to do this year. Provided we'll find THE motorhome for us.

Since we'd live in the motorhome about 2-3 weeks with our kids (4-year-old son and 3-month-old daughter), it can't be just any camper (project). I'm looking for a '71-72, so that particular one's not quite in my scope.

One major issue is the fact that we must fly over at a pretty short notice. Plus all the registration formalities and possibly required repairs for a longer camper trip. Since we don't know where and when we'll find the one for us, it makes planning a bit challenging.

But hey, I'm optimistic, it'll sort out somehow sooner or later.

[Chevyland]

Originally Posted by nibulus

Eric, our thoughts are so alike, it's almost scary.

Your concept is pretty much exactly what we've been planning to do this year. Provided we'll find THE motorhome for us.

Since we'd live in the motorhome about 2-3 weeks with our kids (4-year-old son and 3-month-old daughter), it can't be just any camper (project). I'm looking for a '71-72, so that particular one's not quite in my scope.

One major issue is the fact that we must fly over at a pretty short notice. Plus all the registration formalities and possibly required repairs for a longer camper trip. Since we don't know where and when we'll find the one for us, it makes planning a bit challenging.

But hey, I'm optimistic, it'll sort out somehow sooner or later.

Right on
That 69 is ready to drive now
Only 51 k miles
And still being used
Plus at a steal of a price(only because of its location)


I'll pm you my info
If you need any help on this end
Feel free to call me
Anne speaks fluent German so there will be no communication barrier

[Chevyland]

Originally Posted by nibulus

Eric, our thoughts are so alike, it's almost scary.

Your concept is pretty much exactly what we've been planning to do this year. Provided we'll find THE motorhome for us.

Since we'd live in the motorhome about 2-3 weeks with our kids (4-year-old son and 3-month-old daughter), it can't be just any camper (project). I'm looking for a '71-72, so that particular one's not quite in my scope.

One major issue is the fact that we must fly over at a pretty short notice. Plus all the registration formalities and possibly required repairs for a longer camper trip. Since we don't know where and when we'll find the one for us, it makes planning a bit challenging.

But hey, I'm optimistic, it'll sort out somehow sooner or later.

If you do this
Fall or spring is the best time of year
Weather is best in most of the USA at those times
And school is in.
So the crowds are not quite as heavy
As summer time. When kids are on break.
And everyone is family vacationing.

[1SG.Rob]

Man I want one of these so bad. Maybe in a few years, only have room for one project at a time.

[naive]

Hello, I love this forum and especially this thread!! Such great rigs out there, very inspiring.
My '68 Open Road just rolled off the trailer from Boise last night. I stayed up all night checking it out... it's a project for sure. It runs like a dream (kind of exhausty).
I'm sure it needs a tune up and fresh gas? I thinks it's been sitting since 2002.
I had a carb rebuild and brakes fixed out in Boise... initially thought I would fly out and drive it home, but transport was cheaper, and safer... I got a great deal.

Surprised to see no "Park" on the column but a giant hand brake to keep it put... that'll take a second to get used to.

It has plenty of dust if anybody needs some.

[naive]

Here are a few daylight shots from before, less depressing than the 3am warehouse shots!!

[JOHNNYWB]

Originally Posted by naive

Here are a few daylight shots from before, less depressing than the 3am warehouse shots!!

NAIVE, That looks like it had a drop-down deck originally. Is that right?

[jocko]

Originally Posted by JOHNNYWB

NAIVE, That looks like it had a drop-down deck originally. Is that right?

Would have looked just like posts #1,24,& 48 originally. Welcome Johnny.