1963 Airstream Bambi

Details

This 1963 Airstream Bambi has been meticulously restored to its original interior specification colour scheme of sea foam green with walnut cabinets and tan leather sofa, all to modern day safety standards. Built from lightweight aircraft metal, the Airstream Bambi strikes the perfect balance between authentic period style and contemporary functionality.

Unlike many Airstreams in America that are left by the side of the road to rust, this model is in spectacular condition. The 1963 Bambi has been lovingly cared for by a US collector and kept safely garaged for 40 years. It was shrink-wrapped, shipped to the UK and fumigated, then converted to UK electrics and made fully roadworthy at a cost of £6,000. The restoration process includes 100 hours of exterior polish and full interior restoration following the original 1963 specification.

Originally from New Brighton, Minnesota, the Bambi was registered on the 9 May 1963. The original papers and lifetime warranty from the day of purchase are intact and will be presented at purchase.

Length 16ft by Width 7ft, 2/3 Berth

In Context

This 1963 Bambi Airstream trailer is one of only three examples known to exist in this condition, with its complete original shell and rivets. Another is housed in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York and fashion designer Ralph Lauren owns the third. The price is therefore reflective of its exceptional rarity and condition.

The American tradition of camping was revolutionised in the 1950s with the introduction of trailers that enabled people to travel over long distance yet maintain home amenities. Airstreams also represent a great future investment for buyers as they gain in value every year.

Airstreams have attracted a cult following in recent years, including many celebrities - some famous vintage Airstream owners include Johnny Depp, Tom Hanks, Sheryl Crow and Matthew McConaughey, whose growing fleet of Airstreams are used as living space, office and film promotion vehicles.

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Exterior:

Full UK axel / Alko hitch / road light conversion.

Fully braked to meet EU regulations

Full exterior polish, guarantee 10yrs

All original external lighting, badges and serial numbers

Interior:

New installation

Fully etched primered new interior paint scheme to original colours of white and sea foam green

Complete bespoke walnut veneer cabinets with original door furniture

Internal roof ribs exposed and highly polished

New vinyl antique floor

All drawer fronts feathered in with leather

L-shape sofabed covered with Sussex sourced antique tan leather sleeps 3

Complete dvd/radio/cd player with tv bracket and surround sound facility

Original sink, hobs and taps

Original 3-way fridge

Full lined aluminum shower room

Rewired to UK 240v power

New charging system included 75ah battery

Full Rcd breaker unit

Original lighting,converted to 240v

External 240v inlet

External TV aerial inlet

240v/gas Ultra store combi boiler supplying kitchen and shower room

35 litre original fresh water tank

Original toilet system and waste tank with foot flush mechanism

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