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January 19th, 2009

Early Chevrolet Motorhome Camps Out at Barrett-Jackson

Chevrolet House Car

Among the exotic classic and sports cars at the Scottsdale auctions you can always find something totally unique. Barrett-Jackson, more than any other auction company, excels at featuring such vehicles. The attraction this year included a magnificent (airworthy) Ford Tri-Motor, while last year I recall seeing a beautiful wood-hulled and brass-trimmed vintage powerboat. Among the more humble offerings in the 2009 affair was this 1925 Chevrolet House Car, an early expression of the motorhome. It was built on a Chevrolet utility express chassis with 125" wheelbase, 171 cubic-inch, 35 hp 4-cylinder engine, and 6-volt electrical system.

Like all vintage campers the custom work was done by a cabinet maker, who provided a wood body with custom-mixed two-tone blue exterior paint highlighted by red striping and black cowl. The interior is fitted with a maple floor and counter tops, mohair cushions, wool carpet, roller shades with blue and white gingham curtains. Among the practical items is a sink with hand-pump water faucet, a commode with removable bucket, flip-down front step, interior electric lights and kerosene lamps, kerosene heater, kerosene stove, fire extinguisher, and for maximum convenience, a toll-fee payment door. Honestly now, who wouldn't love to pull into the campground with this beauty? A high bidder will do exactly that, and paid $123,200 for the privilege.


by admin | Posted in Auctions, Chevrolet, Oddball Autos | 4 Comments » |

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    January 19, 2009 @ 11:50 am
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