Blog 28 Early motorhomes, Fun nostalgic images 😉Featuring rare historic images

Keef Hellinger
Nov 15, 2021
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Updated: May 24

By keef & annie, Apr 7 2012 08:13AM Early motorhomes, Fun nostalgic images

Early motorhomes, Fun nostalgic images - A nostalgic look at early motorhomes, this post explores how travellers moved from canvas tents to bikes, vans and the first purpose‑built campers. Featuring rare historic images, including a 1918 motorhome, it reflects on the evolution of mobile living and invites readers to share their own vintage examples. A light, engaging piece celebrating the roots of motorhome and caravan history.

Here are some examples of early motorhomes we like. Its interesting how man & womans' desire to get away from having to be under canvas has developed. Love the progression from bikes to old van conversions, plus the upgrades to some of the more expensive variety of vehicle. Do you have any old examples you would like to share. Then post your comments and links below, let us all have a look. Maybe here at Motorhome-travels we will choose the best / most amusing and give it an award. Want to follow our motorhome-travels' pinboard on Pinterest?

very early motorhome / caravan given by my cuz, c 1918 image — very early motorhome / caravan c 1918 given by my cuz Walt, thx

SUMMARY

Blog 28 takes a warm, nostalgic look at the early days of motorhome travel, long before modern RVs and luxury campers existed. It reflects on how people first embraced mobile living, starting with simple tents, bicycles and makeshift shelters, gradually evolving into the earliest recognisable motorhomes. The post highlights a series of fascinating historic images, including a remarkable 1918 motorhome that shows just how inventive early travellers were when adapting vehicles for life on the road.

The blog celebrates the creativity and determination of those early pioneers, who built their own camping solutions long before manufacturers entered the market. These images capture a time when travel was slower, more improvised and full of character, offering a glimpse into the roots of today’s motorhome culture. The post also invites readers to share their own vintage examples or memories, encouraging a sense of community around the shared history of mobile travel.

Overall, the blog is a light, enjoyable tribute to the origins of motorhoming, reminding readers how far the lifestyle has come while preserving the charm and spirit of those early adventurers. It’s a nostalgic piece that adds depth and historical context to the wider Motorhome‑Travels archive.