This one is happily in the middle, and could be a good deal if the reserve is fair. Demand for vintage campers is all over the map, with some listed as free to get them off of private property to others being fully restored and demanding six figures. Water intrusion can be an issue on any old R/V, but it doesn’t seem to be a problem here. The cooking equipment and living accommodations seem quite clean, impressive considering they look to be original to the Winnebago. The seller notes this Class A motorhome runs and drives great, so presumably, some maintenance has been done to keep it in tune. The straightforward controls should be pretty simple to master if you’ve never driven an R/V before, and that reasonable wheelbase will again be an asset for getting over any first-time voyage jitters. The interior is in fine shape, and provides some comfort that the low mileage may, in fact, be genuine. Some of these came equipped with 318s which were likely pretty gutless when responsible for motivating something this large, so the 440 should remedy that while being just as easy to work on. The wheelbase is a slightly subjective quality, but it just seems ideal both proportionally and for parking in random parking spots while on the road. This Brave model has more than a few things going for it, including the 20 foot length and 440 V8 power on board. The Winnebago is listed here on eBay with bids to over $5K but with the reserve still unmet. The Brave has just over 60,000 original miles and is said to run well and have clean confines for the four warm bodies that can sleep in it to enjoy. Share your classic RV restorations, or tell us your favourite story about a cool vintage unit you've encountered by filling out our Classic Vintage RV form.This 1972 Winnebago Brave 20RD motorhome is said to be in fine shape, certainly an outlier when it comes to vintage homes on wheels. The company has become one of notable leaders in the industry. All products are backed by a financially strong and well-respected company that continues in its role as the industry leader.”ĭespite the economic ups and downs over the last 46 years, since this little Brave hit the road, Winnebago has proven itself to be a survivor in the often challenging recreational motorhome market. Maybe anticipating the economic downtown and looming energy crisis of the mid-1970’s, Winnebago wrapped its 1973 brochure for the Brave model with this note, “Winnebago Is a publicly owned company and in 1970 began trading its stock on the New York Stock Exchange, Pacific and Midwest Stock Exchanges. The copy also states, “This year go 'The Winnebago Route'…in a ’73 Brave!” If you’re two for the road or the small family looking for a first buy, the sprightly Brave will take you into the heart of the great outdoors without leaving those home-like comforts behind…you can choose from three Brave models.” (The Brave D-18 D-20 and D-20T) It’s a ski lodge on wheels, a cottage by the sea, a cabin at the lake. The Brave will take you wherever you want to go…do whatever you ask. It continues, “It’s a fun machine for driver and passengers alike. Always a favourite with recreational vehicle buyers, this economical member of the Winnebago tribe has deservedly earned an enviable reputation as a sturdy, compact traveler.” In fact, Winnebago’s brochure in 1973 stated, “For the young at heart from 16 to 60, the ’73 Brave is a good buy for your money. Back in the day, the 1973 Winnebago Brave was positioned as an entry level RV model - designed to appeal to young families or retired couples newly attracted to the RV lifestyle. We found this one parked outside the local Canadian Tire repair shop, all licensed and ready for another summer of camping adventures - its 46th season. It would appear that this 1973 Winnebago Brave is doing exactly that. It’s always great to see a vintage motorhome still being used for the owner's vacationing pleasure.
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