Hemmings Find of the Day – 1917 Packard Twin Six motorhome

Published by Mike on September 4, 2014

How much of the history of this 1917 Packard Twin Six motorhome for sale on Hemmings.com is reliable fact, we don’t know – the Pickwick Stages were named for their departure point in San Diego, not for any family, after all – but the motorhome itself is compelling, looking more like a Pullman sleeper inside than gramps’s old Winnebago. It runs and appears to be complete, with what looks to be a recent restoration. From the seller’s description:

A twin-six in very good running condition. Probably the oldest motorhome in the United States. Built in 1917 for the Pickwick Family of Los Angeles area by Earl C. Anthony Shops. The Pickwick family operated over the road buses and later merged with Greyhound. The motorhome was located in southern California until 1981 when I purchased it. It has been stored inside since that time. Restoration work has been done locally.
Twin Six – 424 cu. in • 3 Speed Manual • 224″ Wheelbase • Tires 7:00×20 • Front Suspension – Air over Hydraulic • Brakes – Manual with Air Assist • Rear Bedroom with Convertible Sofas • Mid-Bath • Front Kitchen with two burner gasoline cooktop, Ice Box and Sink • Wood Cabinets