Thanks for your comment on this- I did omit to mention the floor SEEMS sound,
though I'm only guessing. I felt no sponginess, where I walked, and I'm heavy
enough. There are some aspects of this that will be a crap shoot, and take what I
get. I am looking for something of a project, (I may eat those words) My
experience working on the Safari has me primed.
I HAVE checked your web site several times in the past - it is excellent and a
good example of how well a restoration can be done. I don't anticipate restoring
this to the max, just getting it usable & comfortable. Thanks again! J. potter
RJ & Krista wrote:
> A '64 Bambi II is more like the '65 Caravel than it like a '61-'63
> Bambi, so I have a little insight that might be helpful. Check the
> restoration history of our '65 Caravel for what you would face on even a
> good condition trailer.
> http://www.vintageairstream.com/myrtle_home.html
>
> If the floor is shot, you are probably looking at a parts trailer, if it
> is in good condition you are still looking at about $5000-$8000 parts
> plus labor. If a fully 100% restored '64 17' sells for $10,000 to
> $13,500, then you can do the math for your labor or hiring it done.
> FYI, we put in 500+ recorded hours into our "good condition" trailer.
>
> I think your prices are close.
>
> RJ
> '65 Caravel
> (I'm updating the graphics on the "our' 65 caravel" section of our
> website, so if something looks funny or doesn't work, I'm probably in
> the process of revising it.)
>
> jere potter wrote:
> >
> > Hi List Friends- I am asking for input on what to offer on
> > a 64 Bambi II that I am looking at, and considering a "negotiation".
> > I already have a 64 Safari , which stays stationary in the mountains,
> > but feel the need for another for travels with the wife & cat. - What
> > am I- crazy?
> > Presently , this Bambi is sitting in what is a "Junkyard", and has not
> > been in use for a long time. Last plates- '96, maybe longer? Owner
> > seems to know very little about it. Has other A/S's on the lot, so maybe
> > he DOES know something?
> > Anyway, it is very much original inside, and very dusty,etc,. but
> > beat up. No doors on galley lower cabinets. Several windows are missing,
> > replaced with screwed on plexiglas. Others not functional. It has no
> > propane tanks, and rotten tires, and the power cord is rotten, too.
> > Outer skin looks fairly unmarred, but well oxidized. There is one 10-12
> > inch dent , about 3 inches deep in rear upper left corner, near window.
> > Also water heater cover( Bowen) is missing lower part. No Awning, a
> > brass doorknob, refrig vent crumbling.
> > Appliances- I have no info as to anything working, but would assume NOT,
> > as there is visible rust on them, and general condition of trailer.
> > There is 3 burner range, with frig underneath, Water Heater, furnace in
> > bathroom. Water tank & pump below bed on side,and partially disassembled
> > uni-volt, there too. Looks like a replacement unit is sitting on the
> > kitchen counter.
> > Would appreciate any advice on what to offer- I am thinking $500 would
> > be a good place to start, with a top end of $1000. Could be it's worth
> > even less.
> > By the way- one of the other tailers on this lot is a vey much original
> > Bowlus-Aero, I do not know what year, but Serial number is 12A1011. No
> > bath, but one bed in the back. It is surprisingly wide!
> > Thanks for any input, off list if you want, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> > Jere Potter 1877
> > "64 Safari
> >
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