Airstream 17' CARAVEL travel trailer VERY RARE - PARTIALLY RESTORED! (1968)
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| Used |
| “The hard work has been done restoring this classic Airstream and now it awaits your finishing touches!” |
| Year: | 1968 | VIN : | 0178-S163-2760 |
| Model: | Caravel | Sleeping Capacity: | 2 |
| For Sale By: | Private Seller | Air Conditioners: | None |
| Vehicle Title: | Clear | Type: | travel trailer |
| Featured Refinements: | Airstream Travel Trailer | Leveling Jacks Included: | No |
| Awnings: | None | Make: | Airstream |
| Length (feet): | 17 |
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
Vehicle description
READ BEFORE BIDDING: If you are new to or have under 10 feedback and would like to make an offer on this Airstream, please contact Nathan at and let him know before doing so. Any offers placed by accounts with under 10 feedback will be declined if correspondence is not received within an hour of making the offer. Thank you for your understanding!
COVID NOTICE: As an essential business, we are open for you. In order to better serve our customers, we are offering free delivery of this unit up to 75 miles from Fort Wayne, Indiana. Additional miles will be charged at $2 a mile (round trip). We are also offering up to 3 months of free storage in the event that you want to purchase this unit and store it for a while. If you need to store it for more than 3 months, we charge $50 a month. - - - - Listed for sale at no reserve is a vintage, partially restored and very rare single axle 1968 17" Airstream Caravel .
The Caravel model is known for its small size and ability to get into National Parks that larger Airstreams can"t. It is the follow up to the very successful and well loved Bambi, from which it is only distinguished by its slightly larger and more spacious interior (1 foot longer).
This specific Caravel was in the process of undergoing an extensive and meticulous restoration process for a private collection. The previous owner removed and replaced the subfloor with marine grade plywood, and finished installing luxury vinyl flooring. The inner aluminum paneling was removed, the outer aluminum was sealed from the inside, and new insulation was installed before the interior paneling was reinstalled.
The professional restorer working on the trailer was getting ready to finish installing the bathroom and begin on other interior components when the owner decided to sell his entire collection of over a dozen restored vintage trailers due to old age. The interior electrical was prepped for new outlets and other interior appliances but never completed.
The exterior is in excellent condition overall and was being prepped to be polished. For a 53 year old trailer it presents extremely well. As stated before, the owner was meticulous and intended to replace every external light fixture and had begun to do so. The lense caps are missing but can be found very cheap on Vintage Trailer Supply.
The exterior lights were rewired but some of the wiring is still loose and will need to be checked. The trailer does have turn signals and brake lights but the other exterior lights are not currently working, but are already wired up. The refrigerator vent cover and the furnace vent covers are missing and need replaced. We covered the holes with cardboard for safe transport. We are told the water heater is in working order. The retractable steps are missing and will need replaced.
Due to its very light weight of around 2,700 pounds, practically any vehicle with a towing package can pull it comfortably.
Overall, the body and underbelly are in excellent shape for the age of the camper. The wheels, tires, bearings and axle were replaced during the restoration process and present very well. It is ready to tow anywhere. This unit does also feature the unique curved Corning glass which is extremely desirable. All glass is in excellent shape. The frame is also in excellent shape.
Words can"t describe this trailer well enough, it really is an excellent candidate for restoration.
We did not test the onboard electric and associated appliances as they are not present and/or will need to be finished. Also, the plumbing systems will need to be hooked up but the original propane lines and water tank are intact. The hard work is already done on this trailer, and it"s ready for your customization!
We are also considering finishing the project ourselves, and will be working on finishing the exterior lighting next week if it doesn"t sell before that. If you click buy it now, we will finish wiring the exterior lights, as well as replace the light covers and needed vent covers. We can also send more pictures if needed.
We do have this trailer listed for sale locally for $24,900 and we reserve the right to end the listing early in the event that it sells. Feel free to call Nathan at (260) 498-3415 and make an offer.
Clean and clear title in hand. A $2,000 non-refundable deposit is required within 24 hours of an accepted offer, via or wire transfer. We try to be as descriptive as possible in the listing but we"re glad to answer any questions or show the trailer, which is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The trailer is in AS IS condition - you can call Nathan at (260) 498-3415 with any questions. FULL PAYMENT IS DUE VIA WIRE TRANSFER OR CASHIER"S CHECK WITHIN 7 DAYS OF AUCTION END. - - - - Berning Trailer Sales is your home for vintage Airstreams. We are a 4th generation family owned business, founded in 1953. We sold the very first Airstream out of the Ohio Airstream Factory. Since then, we have sold thousands of new and used Airstreams, and now focus on vintage trailers.
PLEASE NOTE: We do also have several other unlisted vintage Airstreams in inventory. Feel free to inquire about them via text or call at 260-498-3415.
COVID NOTICE: As an essential business, we are open for you. In order to better serve our customers, we are offering free delivery of this unit up to 75 miles from Fort Wayne, Indiana. Additional miles will be charged at $2 a mile (round trip). We are also offering up to 3 months of free storage in the event that you want to purchase this unit and store it for a while. If you need to store it for more than 3 months, we charge $50 a month. - - - - Listed for sale at no reserve is a vintage, partially restored and very rare single axle 1968 17" Airstream Caravel .
The Caravel model is known for its small size and ability to get into National Parks that larger Airstreams can"t. It is the follow up to the very successful and well loved Bambi, from which it is only distinguished by its slightly larger and more spacious interior (1 foot longer).
This specific Caravel was in the process of undergoing an extensive and meticulous restoration process for a private collection. The previous owner removed and replaced the subfloor with marine grade plywood, and finished installing luxury vinyl flooring. The inner aluminum paneling was removed, the outer aluminum was sealed from the inside, and new insulation was installed before the interior paneling was reinstalled.
The professional restorer working on the trailer was getting ready to finish installing the bathroom and begin on other interior components when the owner decided to sell his entire collection of over a dozen restored vintage trailers due to old age. The interior electrical was prepped for new outlets and other interior appliances but never completed.
The exterior is in excellent condition overall and was being prepped to be polished. For a 53 year old trailer it presents extremely well. As stated before, the owner was meticulous and intended to replace every external light fixture and had begun to do so. The lense caps are missing but can be found very cheap on Vintage Trailer Supply.
The exterior lights were rewired but some of the wiring is still loose and will need to be checked. The trailer does have turn signals and brake lights but the other exterior lights are not currently working, but are already wired up. The refrigerator vent cover and the furnace vent covers are missing and need replaced. We covered the holes with cardboard for safe transport. We are told the water heater is in working order. The retractable steps are missing and will need replaced.
Due to its very light weight of around 2,700 pounds, practically any vehicle with a towing package can pull it comfortably.
Overall, the body and underbelly are in excellent shape for the age of the camper. The wheels, tires, bearings and axle were replaced during the restoration process and present very well. It is ready to tow anywhere. This unit does also feature the unique curved Corning glass which is extremely desirable. All glass is in excellent shape. The frame is also in excellent shape.
Words can"t describe this trailer well enough, it really is an excellent candidate for restoration.
We did not test the onboard electric and associated appliances as they are not present and/or will need to be finished. Also, the plumbing systems will need to be hooked up but the original propane lines and water tank are intact. The hard work is already done on this trailer, and it"s ready for your customization!
We are also considering finishing the project ourselves, and will be working on finishing the exterior lighting next week if it doesn"t sell before that. If you click buy it now, we will finish wiring the exterior lights, as well as replace the light covers and needed vent covers. We can also send more pictures if needed.
We do have this trailer listed for sale locally for $24,900 and we reserve the right to end the listing early in the event that it sells. Feel free to call Nathan at (260) 498-3415 and make an offer.
Clean and clear title in hand. A $2,000 non-refundable deposit is required within 24 hours of an accepted offer, via or wire transfer. We try to be as descriptive as possible in the listing but we"re glad to answer any questions or show the trailer, which is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The trailer is in AS IS condition - you can call Nathan at (260) 498-3415 with any questions. FULL PAYMENT IS DUE VIA WIRE TRANSFER OR CASHIER"S CHECK WITHIN 7 DAYS OF AUCTION END. - - - - Berning Trailer Sales is your home for vintage Airstreams. We are a 4th generation family owned business, founded in 1953. We sold the very first Airstream out of the Ohio Airstream Factory. Since then, we have sold thousands of new and used Airstreams, and now focus on vintage trailers.
PLEASE NOTE: We do also have several other unlisted vintage Airstreams in inventory. Feel free to inquire about them via text or call at 260-498-3415.