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Airstream Basecamp
"Form meets function in one sleek and superbly well-planned package"

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2008 Airstream Basecamp exterior

Airstream say: "Basecamp pays homage to Airstream's past, taking styling cues from Airstream founder Wally Byam's original 1935 Torpedo. Modern-looking and sleek, Basecamp is so light you almost won't know you're towing it. Park and open out the back: a tent option, engineered by outdoor products giant Kelty, gives you sleeping room on the ground to go with the two bunks inside the trailer."  Aistream tell Roaming Times (2008 model) that the base MSRP is $24,095.

The floorplan is shown below and is different!  We like the overall concept very much - all of this in a trailer just 16'2" long.

2008 Airstream Basecamp floorplan

 

Some of the Basecamp's features (Airstream information):

  • Exterior length - 16'2"'

  • Exterior height - about 8'

  • Interior head room - 6'1"

  • Rear entry step standard

  • Fixed front wrap windows standard

  • Bright Aluminum Interior Skin standard

  • Portable Toilet - 5 Gallon - optional

The beautiful Airstream Basecamp interior:

2008 Airstream Basecamp interior

2008 Airstream Basecamp interior 2 2008 Airstream Basecamp interior 3

Airstream Basecamp outdoors

"Go play and take your toys with you" - give your opinion below


  
READERS' COMMENTS
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Brian Daveywolfgang, Im currently convertingan enclosed 5x10 trailer to mirror the basecamps utility. Would like to see pictures of your conversion
Bruce McDonaldHello, I have a Basecamp 07 that I would be interested in getting rid of. I will sell it for $17,500.00. If ineterested contact me at bruce.mcdonald@poulsborv.com
JeffThe price is pure and simple insane! I love this type of layout for a weekend, but with the amenities offered, I would rather buy a enclosed utility trailer for $3000.00, and fit it myself. I have always thought Airstream is way out of line with there pricing, now I am positive!
Mike-AnacortesHi Woolfgang I'd love to see your pix of what you built. I'd rather do my own as well . For $24k +++ I can spend a lot of time taking time off in my own unit. Mike Anacortes, WA pcc2007@comcast.net
SteveI just stumbled across an 08' model but am looking to sell it. Any takers?? stcbtaylor@yahoo.com
Kev HolmesLove everything about this trailer. Too bad it's not included in the 2009 Airstream production but I'm sure it'll be back soon. I'm looking for a 2007 or 2008 model at a reasonable price but I don't think many people want to sell.
RobitJMoot question. The Base Camp will NOT be offered in the 2009 Lineup of Airstream.
BradThis is a beautiful small little trailer. The concept is great, but where is the bathroom? My wife and I just purchased a new unit, and lets just say we could have bought 3 R-pods for the price of this thing!! And it has a bathroom! I love the trailer though.
rhMight not be the best economic time to roll this out, but very "Airstreamish" indeed. The people who are not bothered by price will buy it. I really like the concept and the look. Can't wait for some more companies to come out with something 1/3rd the price.
Jibwhibo againJust thinking about it some more, IT'S NO MORE THAN A GLORIFIED HORSE FLOAT! INFACT A HORSE FLOAT IS PROBABLY A BETTER ALTERNATIVE IF KITTED OUT RIGHT!!
JibwhiboThis is a very sylish looking trailer- but I will take function over form any day for that price. How is it that I can build an exact replica of this, for a fraction of the price? Are people really prepared to pay 24 large for a namebrand still in this day and age? Please do the word a favor Airstream- start building for the comman man once again, let the rich take the "Optional extras" but 24 large for what is essentially an enclosed box trailer is absurd!
Kay KThe Airstream Basecamp is the coolest trailer - see the RoTi review - but the r-pod is pretty cool too. Really like the r-pod retro look. But the basecamp is to die for. There is something about Airstream that no one can quite match even though their prices are too high. Also like the Airstream DWR.
BillI'm writing this note right after the worst US financial crash in 80 years and Airstream wants me to go camping in a $24,000 midget trailer? I - don't - think - so!
Steve K.$25,000? They are aware it doesn't have an engine...right? I agree it is beautiful, but there isn't enough to it to be worth more than what I paid for my Toyota Sienna van when I bought it new. At the end of the day, it is a T-R-A-I-L-O-R, with a couple of cots and a sink (even if it is beautiful).
El CheapoLooks cool,but 24 large would buy a lot of gas. I could get a pretty nice used "living room" on wheels for that price too. Don't they know that ski/paddling/freeride bums are broke and spend all their money on their gear?
ranceLove the idea but that price is insane!
WallyWolfgang, I am going to do just what you did starting with a 12 foot enclosed trailer, so I can put my motorcycle in and roll it out and then lower bunks attached to the sidewalls. Any info you could provide would be very much appreciated, Wally email zinck@bellsouth.net
Wolfgang BloomThe Airstream Basecamp is a glorified cargo trailer with stuff bolted inside. I purchased a 2004 stainless steel Wells Cargo trailer, put in a toilet, kitchen, windows and stainless skin for 9,500. and the thing is professional grade.... people ask me all the time to make them one. Shame on you Airstream for bilking people....862. bucks for a refer/freezer at 1.1 cub. ft. ?? Huh? Mine is a 5.5 cub. ft seperate freezer/refer., cost me 210 smackers and 35 bucks to install. If anyone wants pics you'll be amazed at the standards this trailer possesses. wolfgangbloom@mac.com ... 24K as a base cost!!? Huh? My parents first house cost them 18.5 in '65... Things are a'changin'...
Camper MomAbsolutely love it in theory and in looks. However, not crazy about the kitchen being farthest from the door at the dead end. Any of these designers have kids that love to run back and forth to the kitchen? I'd love to see a teardrop/outside type of kitchen. And an outside shower while they're at it. Hosing off sand and dirt is best done outside... As long as I'm dreaming, I might as well be picky.
SeanAbsolutely coolest trailer I have ever seen inside and out however it's not worth 24,000. Unless of course you're rich and have money growing in your yard.
ConnorThe basecamp is worth every cent of its price. We love it and its the center of attention wherever we go. We use it most weekends in good weather, no problems and well made.
J LOI love the looks and the teardrop heratige behind the new design twist however 20K is a tad too pricy.
H. Lee VenceThis thing is hot......but it better be for 25,000 dollars.
ArolWhere is the bathroom? Most women want the basics, don't they? They sound pricey! I'm going back to the tent and porta pot lol
Billy A.Now this is cool ! Innovative concept by an industry leader may bring about other new ideas that would be welcomed by us R.V.'ers . Yes...I would buy the "Basecamp" !
EllyI've looked at the Basecamp and think it is sophisticated and smart looking. It would look great behind a Smart Car - although I don't think it could pull it. I love it from a design point of view but I also perceive it as something convenient and well designed for the sportsman and camper.
Roddy KentonI've looked at the Basecamp and really like the concept. Hook the thing up to your 4WD take where you like and set up camp. I think these things are about 20k - seems a bit pricey.
Tompson 43I agree this is different. I never thought about buying a trailer but I can see how this would fit into our lifestyle. RoTi does a great job with consumer reports and reviews.

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