In the days before outlet malls and amusement parks, people went camping to get away from it all, enjoying leisure time activities like reading (Jack London or Henry David Thoreau, preferably) or fishing. What could possibly be better, then, than a travel trailer that included a fiberglass boat as its roof? This 1953 Kom-Pak Sportsman, for sale on Hemmings.com, was one the few examples built by the company in the early 1950s. The resemblance to a 1953-’54 Ford is purely intentional, but even this tie-in wasn’t enough to drive sales. The seller claims that just 10 examples remain today, but only an estimated 16 were built in-period. Each came with a folding canvas roof (that will need to be replicated if this example is again used for camping), but little else in terms of amenities compared to modern RVs. Still, for those who wish to rough it in a period-correct manner, this Sportsman represents a rare find. From the seller’s description:
1953 Kom-Pak Sportsman
These fiberglass trailer / boat combinations were made for just a few years in the early ‘50’s with fewer than 10 still known to be in existence. Designed in the same style as the 53/54 Fords they look great towed by vintage Ford Station Wagons.
These trailers feature a unique removable boat which doubles as the trailers roof when not in use. This trailer has been gel coated and is in excellent condition. All new interior with custom canvas closures around all storage areas. New “kitchen” in back minus the original ice box.
The trailer is missing the original poles inside that held up the canvas roof when the boat was in use. The snaps for the canvas are all there should you wish to use a cover when the boat is off.
Weighing approximately 1,180 pounds they can be pulled easily with a 4 cylinder vehicle. Still sports original tail lights and bumper.
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