Monday, May 18, 2015

A Brief History Of Airstream Motorhomes

Airstream motor homes are covered with shiny aluminium.


In 1993, in response to consumer demand for larger vehicles, Airstream introduced the Classic 36 in both gas and diesel models. Production of the model ceased in 1996 as the emergence of the less costly fiberglass RV created too much competition for the more expensive aluminum motor homes.



Frequently referred to as "Painted Airstreams," the basic draw of these models was used up until 1992. The Trade-mark eponym changed to Airstream in 1979, and although the Argosy does not compass all the finishing touches of the following Airstream, many are even in employ.


1980s


The Airstream Excella, produced in 1979 and 1981, was the beginning of the glossy aluminium RVs. The space in Industry between 1979 and 1980 is due to Thor acquiring the business from Beatrice Foods in 1980. During the '80s, various recent models appeared: the 280, 300 and 310, further as the longer 325 and 345 units. The representation names refer to the length in feet of the vehicle. (For instance, the 280 equates to 28 feet.) In 1989, the company introduced the silver, gray and burgundy paint scheme and removed the exterior wood stripe.


1990s


The Airstream motor territory is a classic, easily recognizable recreational vehicle. Originally proclaimed as Argosy motor homes, the Airstream models were considered by collectors to be a department of American chronicle.

1970s

Launched as Argosy motor homes in 1974, the vehicles used the Chevrolet P-30 chassis, aluminium riveted skin and galvanized steel panels in the front and rear.