Comment 1:  (Thank you Big B for this comment on the Vintage Campers and Trailers Sales Prices post.)

Can anyone help me with find out if my 66 hi-lo is worth any thing ? all original acc. holding tank /1 bench seat -bed / 1 dining table-bed. lift motor stll works all windows and screens needs some tlc. big b

There are a couple of very nice resources on the internet for used travel trailers for sale for HiLo trailers, have you checked this site?  HiLo Trailer Parts.  They have some newer HiLo travel trailers noted on their sales pages, and have resources for parts.  Were you looking to sell your travel trailer or wondering if it’s worth holding onto?  It’s be nice to see a picture, if you have one available please let us know and we’d be glad to publish it for you.  Lots of people love to work on vintage campers, and it sounds like you have a very nice vintage travel trailer.  If you were to sell it you could do a search (after logging in) on the eBay Motors site to see the comparable sales prices in your part of the US for similar travel trailers.  You didn’t mention the condition of the tires, electrical system, and whether or not the trailer has had any water damage.  If it’s in towable condition, which it sounds like it is, then it most likely has a value, and it would make a fun and practical starter camper for someone entering the market.  Camping is a fun vacation, and can be very economical.  Lots of people are looking to buy used campers for sale, so if you’re looking to sell it you will most likely find a market for it.  Both Craigslist and eBay have strong camper sales listings.

Comment 2:  (Thank you Lynn for this comment on the Vintage Trailer Restoration Tips post.)

I have a 1951 Silver Streak Clipper. It is fully vintage complete with a full bath in the front. I would appreciate thoughts on its restoration
1) value of restoring it to vintage origional condition
2) thoughts on keeping all the “cool vintage stuff” but modifying it with greater usability such as removing the bath and placing a dinette in its place
3) a source to find aluminum molding that seals around the outside (alien eye) windows

Wow, this sounds like a terrific travel trailer!  There is certainly a huge following for vintage travel trailers, and it sounds like yours is gorgeous!  For starters, were you planning to keep your Silver Streak Clipper travel trailer for your own use, or is this an investment for resale?  Let’s say you have a goal of selling it, and would like to receive top dollar.  Lots of vintage trailer buffs do appreciate original details in excellent condition.  If you’re looking to sell it, you might lean in this direction.  If you’re keeping it for yourself, and you’d prefer more seating instead of the bath area, then by all means make your Silver Streak Clipper your home away from home and customize to your heart’s content.  I do wonder if down the road you might wish you had the indoor bath, streaking to the public showers in inclement weather might be less than desirable!

Have you checked out Vintage Trailer Supply, Inc. for you question regarding the aluminum molding that seals around the outside windows?  I’ll give you a link to their site, they have a fabulous inventory, and would most likely take a special request.  They have a true love of vintage travel trailers!

You’re sure to find the parts you need for restoring your vintage travel trailer on this site.

Comment 3:  (Thank you Chace for this comment on the Camper Blue Book post.)

Looking 4 the value of a 1981 Terry 23ft. Pull Behind Travel Trailer

I’d suggest that eBay would be a good place to start when finding the value for your travel trailer.  The best way is to look at the sales prices for comparable travel trailers that have sold through eBay Motors.  To see the actual sales data, you’ll need to have an eBay account.  You’re required to log into eBay first, and then you can navigate to eBay Motors, and do an “advanced search”, where you will search for the similar unit.  You can see exactly which travel trailers have sold, and then compare them to your travel trailer.  If you need to replace any parts, you can check with Vintage Trailer Supply.

Thank you Big B, Lynn and Chace for these questions regarding travel trailers.  I’d like to open these questions for comments.  Readers, please feel free to join the conversation, and respond to these questions in the comments.  Thanks for your input!

You can search the eBay Motors site to see if any comporable popup campers have been sold in the recent past. Check for Jayco pop up campers, coleman pop up campers, and lightweight travel trailers. When someone lists their used travel trailers for sale on eBay they’ll use a variety of descriptions, so you might want to make a note of some of the more popular search terms you see on eBay to describe comparable models.

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Find current listings for pop up campers for sale: Folding Campers for Sale

Coleman Pop Up Campers Folding Campers on eBay

1. First step, document the manufacturer, model, and year of your camper, caravan, or trailer.  You are going to be comparing your camper to others that have recently sold to determine the camper blue book.
2. Second step, inspect your camper.  Whether you are buying or selling a camper you will be taking a thorough inventory of the camper, noting the overall condition and if the camper has any damage or additions.  When you calculate the blue book for campers, document the condition of the electrical system, plumbing, kitchen, bathroom, cabinets and storage, towing system, tires, jacks, lights, exterior and interior, floor, any canvas parts, steps, etc.  On your list mark the condition as poor, good or excellent.




3. Third step, look on the Nada blue book site for camper values.  ( You can also check the nada blue book on rvs.)
4. Fourth step, you can check your library edition of KBB (Kelley Blue Book) to look up blue book for campers.  This isn’t as convenient as Nada, because it’s not online, but you can check with your reference librarian to see if they have KBB for used camper values, it’s handy.
5. Fifth step, you can check some online resources like eBay Motors for current listings, and if you have an eBay account (they’re free) you can look up completed listings to see what the camper blue book value for models similar to yours are.  This is also a handy resource for travel trailer blue book values.  Now that you have compiled data on similar camper blue book values, you should have a fair idea of the market for your particular model.  Make any necessary adjustments of camper value that pertain to your model.  For example, if you’ve found the camper blue book of your model and compared it to a model that is in better condition or worse condition, make the adjustments.  Same goes for travel trailer values.  There are several steps to take when you’re on the eBay site, and we have another post that takes you through each step.  You will need to have an account with eBay, which is free, to be able to complete the steps on the eBay site to establish an approximate value for your RV, camper, trailer, tent trailer, pop up camper trailer or folding camper.  If you’re interested in establishing your blue book value utilizing eBay’s free reference historical data, please click here to continue to the eBay post on this website:  Camper Values on eBay.

We’ve received a few comments for help with specific trailers and campers, so we’ll walk through the steps with a couple of models, so you can see the process. Please take a look at the comments and you’ll see the responses given.

1. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary – this Brisbane-based sanctuary houses koalas and kangaroos. Picnics are allowed, and a visitor can hold a koala and feed the kangaroos.

2. Boonah Shire – sailing, fishing and canoeing enthusiasts will find this region, which is 90 minutes southwest from Brisbane, a dream come true. In addition to lakes Maroon and Moogerah, Mount French provides a challenge for rock climbing enthusiasts. Mounts Barney and Walker offer bush walking tours for travelers looking for something low key but strenuous, while the view from the Scenic Rim is breathtaking. The galleries, fruit stands and stalls through downtown Boonah make the visit more interesting.

3. Mount Coot-tha (pronounced “Cootah”) Lookout – a slow drive to the peak of this lookout point is rewarded with a breathtaking view of Brisbane. Visibility extends to Moreton Bay on exceptionally clear days, as well as the southern mountain ranges.

4. Moreton Bay – spanning approximately 160 km and boasting over 350 islands, its size is sufficient reason to linger a night or two. Aside from the North and South Stradbroke Islands and Moreton Island, myriad national parks and the Tangaloom Wild Dolphin Resort are also worth exploring.

5. The Hinterlands – northwest of Brisbane, and about 45 minutes’ drive away, this region is known for pristine rain forest tracts and a homely rural atmosphere. Places of note include Mount Mee, Dayboro and Samford.

A self-drive holiday in a camper van means you will not have to worry about where you will sleep for the night, how much your next train ticket will cost or whether you will make it to the hotel in time for check-in. It also allows you to enjoy the great outdoors without the stress of pitching a tent.

A great way to save on your camping trip is to look at used camper vans instead of used ones.  A used camper van can go a long way still and are much less expensive.

Mobile and Touring Caravan and Static Caravans on eBay UK

Click here for eBay UK:  Mobile and Touring Caravan
Click here for eBay UK:  Static Caravans

Here are recent listings, you’ll find similar listings throughout the year.

Caravan Trailer Tent

 2 BERTH CARAVAN TRAILER TENT IN USED CONDITION IDEAL FOR COUPLES/SMALL FAMILY COMES WITH FRIDGE AND HOB WITH SMALL SINK.THE RACHET IS IN NEED OF ATTENTION BUT WITH A LITTLE BIT OF WORK IS IDEAL FOR CAMPING.A LITTLE BIT OF WORK IS NEEDED TO DO THE INSIDE(CLEANING)AS IT HAVE BEEN STOOD FOR A WHILE. 

4 Berth Caravan

1990/91 MODEL

4 BERTH CARAVAN WITH LARGE SEATING AREA AT THE FRONT THAT CONVERTS INTO A LARGE DOUBLE BED, CENTRE KITCHEN AND WASHROOM, AND SECOND SEATING AREA AT THE REAR THAT MAKES INTO BUNK BEDS

American Motorhome

FLEETWOOD FLAIR 32FT.Turbo DIESEL PUSHER. On a OSHKOSH CHASSIS.

UNBELIEVABLY THIS IS a 1995. With 2 owners.Last owner eight years 40000 miles with history.

Basement storage lockers. Rear Queen bed in end bedroom.shower Room W.C. Vanity wash basin. Settee and Dinette making six berth.Front captains swivel chairs all seat belted.REVERSING CAMERA. 240/110/12VOLT ELECTRICS.ONAN GENERATOR.  ROOF AND DASH AIR CONDITIONING.Front and rear TVs.

UK SPEC. TOW PACKAGE. READY TO GO WITH ALL MANUALS/DOCUMANTATION.>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>£21,500……….

This is possibly the best condition inside and out and mechanicly that you will find.On the Oshkosh chassis that will get you in and around the tightest of places.

Sold with 12mths. MOT test. All serviced checked with waranty.

Mobile Home Static Caravan Holiday Home

I Stock A Large Selecton Of Mobile Homes In Dungannon Co,Tyrone, N.Ireland

I Have From Nearly New 1 Year Old Homes To 25 Year Old Homes, All Makes Available.

Sorry I Do Not Deal In Touring Caravans

Prices Range From £1000 – £35000

I can transport the Mobile Home Any Where In Ireland at below average rates

NOTE: THIS MOBILE HOME IS LOCATED IN CO,TYRONE, N.IRELAND.

It Can be Shipped To Any Western English / Scottish Dock For Approx £700 (Dock Drop Off Only)

6 Berth Touring Caravan

Features
12V Lighting,  Air Conditioning,  Awning,  Blinds,  Cooker,  Double Glazing,  Fixed Double Bed,  Grill,  Hand Washbasin,  Mains Hookup,  Oven,  Radio,  Round Seating Group,  Separate Shower,  Sink

Safety Features
Immobiliser,  Safety Belt Pretensioners

At the time this article was published these were a few of the hundreds of listings for used caravans, both touring and static.  Keep in mind that you will be needing to inspect closely any used caravan you purchase.  Be wary of any deals that seem too good to be true.  Calculate your budget carefully and allow caravan insurance and transportation to be included in your financial plans.  Good luck with the purchase or sale of your used caravan!

There are a variety of sizes and textures that you can choose from when shopping for the right tent for the family. So consider asking yourself a few questions before making a decision. How many people will be sleeping in your tent? Smaller families may desire a 4 man tent, which is large enough to fit a family of 4 people inside while sleeping. Larger families may discover that a 4 man tent is just not quite large enough, in which case a 6 man tent or an 8 man tent would be a better decision that would give your family more room at night while sleeping in the tent.

Perhaps you are looking for something a little more fun for the children while on your end of summer camping trip. A Disney bed tent of your child’s favorite movie characters or a princess tent for your young daughter may be exactly what you have been looking for. These tents are not only comfortable for children but offer them plenty of room to move around without feeling restrained or constricted. Bed tents are also available for adults who desire more comfortable sleeping in a twin, full or queen sized bed with a tented roof above.

For parents who find themselves uncomfortable with their children sleeping in a separate tent, canopy tents are a great way to ease the feeling of separation for parents. These tents are larger, at sizes ranging as high as ten by twenty feet, making it easy and comforting to have your family under one shelter while still allowing children the freedom and fun of enjoying their favorite bed tent.

Summer provides perfect opportunity for families to indulge in quality time and fun by taking camping trips at favorite locations. With a little time and small amount of effort you can successfully find the perfect tent for your family to camp in throughout your trip all while maintaining comfort, relaxation and fun for the children.

If you want to save some money you could rent a tent.

2 man tents are best used by a traveller who has a lot brought along a number of gadgets and a lot of gear. Two individuals might want to consider purchasing a 3 man tent because it would offer more personal space and will allow room for an extra individual just in case there would be a need to do so.

Another top rated 3 man tent sold online is the Light Dreamer tent form Robens. It can accommodate 3 people and has a side entrance that can turn into a kitchen during heavy rain.  It is steady due to the amount of guy points installed around it. It is easy to erect and dismantle. The tent has good quality ventilation. The pole is alloy and it has a mud valence feature.

Simplyhike is one of the top manufacturers of camping equipment. They offer the Vango Atlast 300 tent. It is a three man tent with wide doors that enable the camper to choose on which of the two doors they would like to enter.  It has reinforced points and can withstand stormy conditions. It has unique reflective webbing so that one can easily find their way inside even in the dark.
The fabric is fire resistant and the seams are taped.  There are pre-attached guy lines and guy tidies. It is well built with a flysheet and has sturdy pole sleeves. The poles are made with power flex fiberglass and have breathable inner fabric.

Manufacturers of the tent made sure that it is filled with details like inner pockets and lantern connection points. It even includes a handle carry bag.

It is a great tent because it can be made as a festival tent as well as a hiking tent. It is so versatile that it can also be used as backpacking equipment for cyclists. It is made of lightweight materials and would be easy to bring around even without a car.

There is plenty of room in one of these constructions. They are often used by people who enjoy sleeping out under the stars or as sleeping quarters for your guests. They can also be used as a dining space.

However though, you have to make sure that you get the right kind of awning for your particular vehicle much like you would when you are looking for the right kind of deck canopy for your home. Before you even go looking for an awning, measure your caravan. All you need to do is use flexible tape or a cord and measure from the top of the caravan to the bottom, and then again at the widest point. It is important that you know the make and model of your caravan, because most of the contemporary awnings are not designed to follow the modern underside contours. Learn how to properly store as well as maintain your awning in order to keep it in the best condition possible.

Set up the new awning before you ever leave for your trip. This will let you know that you did get the right one and avoid surprises when you are already at your destination. This will avoid having your trip ruined because of an awning that does not fit properly. While a wrong awning can ruin a trip, the right awning can greatly enhance your experience.

The first choice you need to make is the temperature rating. Assuming the person sleeping in the bag is wearing long underwear, the rating on the bag is supposed to keep the wearer comfortable as long as the temperature does not go below the rated temp.

Other factors that contribute to the warmth of the wearer is the insulating pad the camper is sleeping on. The tent can add up to 10 degrees of warmth because it adds an extra layer of ‘warm’ air around you. The metabolism of your body affects how cold you get. Are you a warm sleeper or a cold sleeper? Does your sleeping bag have a hood? If it does then that can be tightened up to add extra warmth to your body. Most of your body heat escapes from your head.

Insulation

When it comes to insulation you mainly have two options. You can get a synthetic filled insulation or a goose down sleeping bag. The synthetic insulation has many positives over the goose down insulation. They include: non allergenic, less expensive, dries quickly, you still stay warm even if the insulation gets wet. The goose down insulation is more compressible and is a bit more durable then the synthetic but it offers a slightly higher price tag for this all natural product.

Shape and fit

There are three different types of sizes for sleeping bags. They include rectangle, semi-rectangle and mummy.

The rectangle bag provides the most room for the base camper or car camper. You can even zip two of these together if you get the right zippers and make a double sleeping bag. The semi-rectangle bag will provide more warmth than the rectangle bag but still has enough room for the larger person or the person that doesn’t like the tight feeling of the mummy bag. The mummy bag is extremely compressible and usually includes a hood for extra warmth.

The women sleeping bag has extra features that a men sleeping bag does not have. They are specifically made for a woman’s body. Some of those features are: shorter and narrow at the shoulders, wider at the hips, and extra insulation in the foot area.

Sleeping bags also have many features including zipper compatibility, extra pockets, hoods, built in pillows, and even sleeping bag liners.

To get the most life out of your sleeping bag be sure and take it out of the stuff sack of unroll it when it is not in use. This will make sure the insulation stays fluffy so it retains its insulation value.