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AIRSTREAM SAFARI SPORT 17
"
towing the Safari is a dream"

Airstream say: "The Safari's silver curves make a lovely reflective surface for moonlight, but they're not just for looks: the aerodynamically-shaped exterior design lowers wind resistance —requiring less horsepower and approximately 20% less fuel than conventional box trailers. Monocoque construction, ultralight materials, and a low center of gravity make towing the Safari a dream."   The picture below shows the 17' model (actual length 16'8"):

Airstream Safari Sport 17 exterior

The floorplan for the 17' model is shown below"

Airstream Safari Sport 17 floorplan

Some of the Safari Sport's features (Airstream information):

  • Exterior length - 16'8"'

  • Exterior height with A/C - 8'11"'

  • Interior head room about 6'5"

  • Water tank 20 gals, black tank 18 gals, gray tank 20 gals.

The pictures below show the 17's interior.  All walls have residential-type 2.5" fiberglass batten insulation, which keeps the interior cool in the summer, warm in the winter, and quiet all year around. The unit completely insulated, including the floor and holding tanks.  You can choose from 4 interior decor schemes - Stratus, Kiwi, Oatmeal, Sharksfin - the pictures we show are Sharksfin.

Airstream Safari Sport 17 interior

Airstream Safari Sport 17 interior looking to rear Airstream Safari Sport 17 bathroom

Airstream say "The Safari Sport has been configured from the ground up to be easy to use. Safari Sport offers a truly lightweight and premium compact travel trailer experience — the perfect first Airstream for those new to Airstreaming, and an excellent choice for those new to the RV lifestyle altogether." - give your opinion below

There is also a 22' version of the Airstream Safari Sport - you can see a review of this here 



AIRSTREAM SAFARI SPORT 17
"
towing the Safari is a dream"
Base MSRP from around $30K


 
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"The perfect first Airstream for those new to Airstreaming ..."
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Readers' comments:
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Brutus :   My masters just bought a used Safari Sport 17 in March 2010, and they absolutely love it! It's easily towable by their V6 Jeep, and looks stunning. It's a purebred, you know. The Safari Sport is Airstream's 'more European' model. The Italian stove and sink in the kitchen are functional and beautiful; the interior - aluminum, gray upholtery, and light coloured wood - is sleek and modern, and the L-shaped lounge in place of the American dinette is cozy. Needless to say, I'm not allowed on the couch if I have rolled around in the mud! After having shopped around and seen a lot of small trailers with ugly interiors - even a dog finds the 'country kitchen' look unappealing - my masters do not regret for a moment buying it. It's a cool toy, for sure, and a design icon to boot! Sure, it gets a lot of attention, especially up here in Ontario where they are as rare as a Norwegian Lundehund. Mr. Beach (see below) will save money not buying this trailer, but when my masters are ready to upgrade to another Airstream they know that the Safari Sport will fetch a great resale price. Two paws up!

Thomas Beach :   Airstream trailers are renowned for their quality, use of space and ease of towing. I will concede these points. However, in preparation to buy a new small trailer, my research has included asking people at campgrounds what they think of their trailers. And I was shocked to hear so many luke-warm or negative comments on new Airstreams. Additionally, how does anyone justify spending $25K+ on a tiny Airstream when for a little more than half that price, a couple can own a lighter, comparably-sized Casita Trailer? I have inquired of Casita owners as well, and have universally seen nothing but smiles as they spoke in glowing terms about their kittle Casita. This is always followed up by a friendly invitation to step inside and take a look around. I have researched and compared for the past year. And I have come to the conclusion that a Casita will be our trailer of choice.

George M Sutton Rv :   The Airstream product is unique because it takes 10 times the amount of labor to build compared to a standard travel trailer. The Airstream has the best supension, the highest quality of components, and a shape that allows it to tow better than any other travel trailer on the market. The value of an Airstream is more easily understood when given the proper information. For a good education about the Airstream story, I suggest you call or write suttonrv.com

madbeachdogs :   It's OK if all you want is something to show off! But, jeez, I bought a 2 yr old Class A (beautiful) for 30 grand!!

dick k :   46 inch wide bed!!! Way too narrow for two people. Otherwise, I love it.

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