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1950 Airfloat Land Yacht – Palm Springs Modernism Week 2011.

Published by dan on april 14, 2011 april 14, 2011.

If you had $65,000 to drop on a vintage trailer, you might want to pay good attention to this one. This is a 1950 Airfloat Land Yacht coming in at 24 feet long. They certainly do not make them like this anymore.

When I say they don’t make them like this, I mean like a big long can of SPAM on its side with submarine port holes for windows. Well, that what these look like to me and I think it is the nicest Airfloat I have ever seen. Wait til you get a load of what is inside.

This completely restored trailer actually has all of its original aluminum siding with over 600 hours of work put into it. Much of that surely went into polishing that corrugated aluminum. It has been lovinly named the ‘Villa Margarito’. If Mexico wasn’t so dangerous to travel into right now, this thing would be sitting beach side in San Felipe if I had the change to snatch it up.

The interior of the coach has been completely decked out with brand new mahogany paneling and custom-built mahogany cabinets. There is a very luxurious feeling you get when you step foot into this Airfloat much like what you would imagine James Bond owning if he was to buy a vintage trailer. The smooth Jame Bond like Sean Connery, not the rough and tumble Daniel Craig.

Aside from the plush leather double recliner chairs, granite counter tops, stainless sink and faucet and porcelain toilet, there is something even more special and unique about this Airfloat.

No, it’s not the double his and her beds.

Its definitely not the missing shower, even though that did intrigue me as to why the owner decided that a luxury vintage trailer didn’t need a shower. Well, to each his own I guess.

The secret actually lies beneath. Beneath this floor hatch.

A secret under-the-floor wine cellar. How cool is that!? That is taking space maximization to the extreme. Although you would think with all that space saved, there might have been room for a shower.

If you like what you see, here is the number you can call to get a closer view at this baby. Or go to there website at  www.airfloatlandyacht.com .

over and out, dan

Vivian Thomas Dudley · January 12, 2013 at 12:16 pm

When I was first married in 1960, my Mother gave us a 35′ Airfoat Land Yacht as a wedding gift, to live in off base at Travis AFB, CA. I forget what year it was, but looked very much like this one, though longer and it had 2 doors, one in the bedroom as well. All the wood was light ash color and the bathroom DID have a shower, though very small. The couch made a fold down bed and I had it reupholstered in a beautiful tapestry fabric. The cabinet/desk next to the couch was lighted and I kept my collection of antique tea cups there. Across from the sink there was a fold up wood table and 2 chairs and above the cabnet was a built in TV. We lived in this very comfrtable trailer until after our second son was born in 1962. Another difference I just remembered was that the window above the sink was a crank out like those above the coucn and bed, not a porthole window. We sold the trailer in 1962 and moved into a rental home near Castle AFB in Merced. I still have fond memories of our first home and often wish we had kept it. I try to remember what I did with 2 babies in that small space, but I just can’t remember. We DID have a little fold up crib, but can’t recall where they slept. I’m sure that’s why we moved into a house. I always thought of it as a luxury camper. Good memories!

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Used Caravan of the Week: 1950 Airfloat Land Yacht

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by Holly Tribe

This week we take a brief sojourn across the pond to see what’s available on the American used and second hand scene.

I think it’s fair to say our Yankee counterparts aren’t shy when it comes to the size and weight department, demonstrated perfectly by the Airstream travel trailer units; even the stripped down European version of the Airstream 684 weighs in with a hefty MTPLM of 2,190 kgs.

Click here to see an image gallery of the Airfloat Land Yacht

But there is another aluminium-clad super trailer that consigns Airstream ‘vans into the shadows. The Land Yacht from the Airfloat Coach Company is another vintage behemoth that comes in at 24 feet (7.3 metres) in length and has a dry weight of 2,240kg.

Its current owners have lovingly renovated it back to its original condition, with 600 hours spent on interior restoration.

Founded by Omar Suttles in 1929, the Airfloat Coach Company is one of the oldest names in American trailer manufacturing. Airfloat trailers could be considered the Vanmaster’s of the US caravan scene in terms of luxury appointments and cost.

Models have historically been priced well over the industry standard for comparable sizes, which might go some way towards explaining the rather hefty £40,000 price tag of this week’s used caravan candidate.

Kit & caboodle:

This lovingly restored Land Yacht has the original moon hubcaps and corrugated aluminium siding, and its trademark porthole style windows running along the length of the trailer.

There’s a new refrigerator, toilet, heating, water and waste system. The kitchen has plush granite worktops and the original Dixie stove. The lighting has been redesigned with custom built light fixtures and let’s not forget about the bespoke underfloor wine cellar, and leather easy chairs!

• Price: $65,000 (£40,000)
• Dry Weight: 2,240 kg
• Axle: Single

For more information, head to www.airfloatlandyacht.com .

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1952 Airfloat

This 1952 Airfloat is a client restoration done for Waypoint Ventura, a vintage trailer hotel located in California. The Airfloat marks the fifth Flyte Camp trailer added to their unique vacation experience. The trailer was completely restored from the frame up.

The Airfloat was completely disassembled with the shell in place. There were two panels that needed repair, but the aluminum was left very close to original. The outer metal was given a wash to reinvigorate the original shine. A navy colored stripe and accessories complete the Airfloat’s nautical theme. With the outside ready to shine, the work started on the inside from the bottom with a new subfloor. Marmoleum’s Vivace in Agate created a colorful and vibrant design up close, but blended well into the trailer complimenting the other accents. 

The interior paneling was created with a high gloss interior finish on ribbon-cut sapele. The darker tones set the tone for relaxation while the countertops in Marmoleum’s Fresco Blue keep the beachy vibe of the hotel. In the front, an L- shaped sectional welcomes guests to have a seat and rest up for their next activity. The durable faux leather in Dark Sapphire Sierra Soft was created specifically for withstanding high traffic environments: perfect for this application.

The galley kitchenette was designed to accommodate overnight guests with an under-counter microwave and simple amenities. A shallow open shelf above the galley was created with the intention of offering coffee cups and wine glasses. A glass-front beverage fridge below waits to be filled with refreshments. Across from the counter, a bar height table promises a view out the window while dining. 

In the bathroom, Corian was used for the countertops and shower pan. There is a full size shower with separate entrance from the vanity/main bathroom area. A Fantastic Fan provides ventilation. A generous amount of light in these compact spaces is provided by the porthole windows. 

As you walk into the bedroom you pass a full length open closet with a top shelf for extra linens. To the left, on the bedroom side of the closet, a couple of shelves offer a place to deposit suitcases. A full size bed with dual nightstands is placed strategically to allow space for walking around the bed on both sides. 

Equipped with an A/C unit/heat pump, it’s sure to be a cool retreat from the local weather. As the trailer was delivered before they were ready to install it, the finishing touches such as blinds, mattress and other welcoming items had to wait. We are looking forward to seeing this trailer available to rent. 

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