Like I don't have enough with needing to complete my 914 which is about 95% done. Then I started a backdate of my 911 SC with Milt's bumpers and a ducktail. Then four weeks ago I bought a 13 1/2 ' Boston Whaler that needs restoration. So what do I do today ? I make a deal for a 1968 Avion C11 truck camper
. My parents had various travel trailers as I was growing up we always went on family trips. Many great memories from those outings. The last trailer they owned was a 1966 Avion 26 ' and she was a beauty. Very nice construction and real wood throughout the interior. We used to go on Avion " rallies " all over the country. When we attended these rallies I was always fascinated with the Avion truck campers. To me they were so cool looking and that same great construction. I vowed one day to own one. Fast forward to two days ago when I was looking on Craigslist and WOW someone had an Avion truck camper for sale. It was only 45 miles from me so I called right away. Got all the details and it sounded like it had possibilities. I knew if I made a deal my 1997 GMC 1/2 ton short box was not going to cut it so I had a plan. This morning I drove the truck to the seller which is a small car dealer. They got the camper from an estate sale where the original owner had passed away. They had great plans for restoration but like many projects no time/money/motivation. When I got there I was amazed how nice the exterior was. Remember this bad boy is 43 years old !!! Did the exterior exam and no show stoppers. Went inside and noticed a soft floor near the door but that's fairly normal. Interior needs total restoration but everything is there. It has roof AC, refrigerator that works on electric and gas. A oven/stove with a kitchen sink and small countertop. A full wet bath with toilet,shower and sink. Windows are not cracked and it doesn't look like there have ever been any major leaks but something rotted the floor by the door. I told the seller I'll make two offers. I'll either give you xxx in cash OR trade straight up for my truck. I already new I'd need a bigger truck and no one will give you much for a 14 year old truck with 112,250 miles on it even though it's in great shape. He said he'd have to call his partner. Five minutes later he shook my hand and said we have a deal
. So now I've got to rent a 3/4 ton truck and go pick it up and deliver my truck. I am really excited I have been looking for one of these for about 10 years. I'll snap some pics when I get it home. I'm toasting a cold one as I type this to my new camper.