1961 Airstream Safari , interior

 

1961 Airstream Safari Gaucho

 Newly upholstered front and side gaucho, both pull out for beds .

 

1961 Airstream Safari    $54000.00

 

(POLK appraisal $63,500)

 

A brief description is below.  For many detailed pictures go to:  greatoutdooradventures.blogspot.com

 

 

  The floorplan design follows the original layout.   All appliances are new, Dometic refrigerator that operates off of propane or a dedicated 110v circuit, Attwood hot water heater also has a dedicated 110v circuit or propane.

A new rooftop Dometic air conditioner cools the camper down nicely, (fitted with correct condensation through body drain line) A new marine grade water pump circulates water from a new 20 gallon fresh water supply tank.  Propane system consists of new copper line run through a new regulator and new period correct aluminum 20 gallon tanks.   Electrical system is completely upgraded with a new electrical panel which controls the 110v and 12v systems, and modern wiring with grounded outlets. Energy efficient LED bulbs throughout even in the NOS light fixtures.

Plumbing is all new with PEX hot & cold lines run from front to back and all new original type ABS drain lines , the original & tested black water tank is in its original position with new waste valve.

Cabinetry is handcrafted from solid maple with cabinet grade plywood boxes, Counter tops made from red oak plywood finished with a food safe finish. NO particle board what so ever!  Flooring is carbonized solid bamboo lying and marine grade 3/4" plywood.  All windows have been removed, cleaned, reinstalled with new weather strip and window seals.

New electric tongue jack, new tires on freshly powder coated rims add to safe towing along with freshly repacked wheel bearings and brake service.

 

 Serious buyers may email  (tgox@msn.com)  for a copy of a  recent appraisal done by POLK ASSOCIATES

1961 Safari awning

 

1961 Airstream Safari ,current James Polk valuation..... FOR SALE

 James Polk Co. Airstream valuation, taking offers!

1961 Safari side gaucho / bed retro style upholstery

 

1961 Airstream Safari custom interior

Interior shots

1961 Airstream table

19" x 24" solid teak table top, stores under front gaucho when not in use.

1961 Airstream Safari FOR SALE soon!!!

This  1961 Airstream Safari will soon be ready for sale with some finishing touches coming in the next month or two.

Follow along in the blog from the start of the transformation.  The floorplan design follows the original layout.   All appliances are new, Dometic refrigerator that operates off of propane or a dedicated 110v circuit, Attwood hot water heater also has a dedicated 110v circuit or propane.
A new rooftop Dometic air conditioner cools the camper down nicely, (fitted with correct condensation through body drain line) A new marine grade water pump circulates water from a new 20 gallon fresh water supply tank.  Propane system consists of new copper line run through a new regulator and new period correct aluminum 20 gallon tanks.   Electrical system is completely upgraded with a new electrical panel which controls the 110v and 12v systems, and modern wiring with grounded outlets. Energy efficient LED bulbs throughout even in the NOS light fixtures.
Plumbing is all new with PEX hot & cold lines run from front to back and all new original type ABS drain lines , the original & tested black water tank is in its original position with new waste valve.
Cabinetry is handcrafted from solid maple with cabinet grade plywood boxes, Counter tops made from red oak plywood finished with a food safe finish. NO particle board what so ever!  Flooring is carbonized solid bamboo lying and marine grade 3/4" plywood.  All windows have been removed, cleaned, reinstalled with new weather strip and window seals.
New electric tongue jack, new tires on freshly powder coated rims add to safe towing along with freshly repacked wheel bearings and brake service.

There are many other things I'm sure I left out and will edit this post as I think of them, feel free to ask any questions.

1961 Airstream Safari bath folding door

1961 Airstream Safari custom radio cabinet

Original shelf with new upper face for stereo installation.

Airstream wheels and tires.

New tires mounted on freshly powder coated wheels.

1961 Safari bearing / brake maintenace.

Cleaning brake shoes and repacking bearings, all where in good shape, just needed inspection and light clean up.

1961 Airstream restoration project, LP lines

LP system up and running.

1961 Airstream Safari, custom interior .

Interior nearing completion, original floorplan, with some retro pieces and modern upgrades.

1947 Spartan manor 25'

This one was found in the woods while hunting, long abandoned but in surprisingly good original condition, basically needed cleaning and a few birch panels replaced.

1961 Airstream aluminum propane tanks

New 20lb aluminum propane tank installation, with mounting base regulator and hardware.
Just starting process of running all new 3/8" copper lines to stove, refrigerator and water heater.

1961 Airstream safari remodel, new sink & stovetop

Newly installed 2 burner cooktop , kitchen sink and refrigerator vent, plus roof vent.