Man travels to California to view one-of-a-kind vehicle, a gem he found on Facebook Marketplace
- Vehicles listed on Facebook Marketplace can be a gamble
- This content creator found a one-of-one gem of a rare camper
- He traveled from Salt Lake City to California, US, for the deal
Published on Oct 07, 2024 at 3:51 PM (UTC+4)
by Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Last updated on Oct 08, 2024 at 3:33 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
Vehicles listed on Facebook Marketplace run the gamut between the good, the bad, and the ugly – so imagine this buyer’s surprise when he traveled from the US state of Utah to California to find a one-of-one gem of a rare camper.
The YouTuber traveled from Salt Lake City airport to Yuba City, California, after receiving a tip-off.
It’s a one-of-a-kind 1974 Freightliner camper built by a Boeing engineer.
He is impressed by its condition, Despite its age, its impressive condition has the content creator labeling it a ‘hidden gem’.
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The rare camper
It was one of Dave Sparks, aka HeavyDSparks’, followers who sent him the tip-off.
The content creator previously divulged that he had a ‘terrible, terrible addiction’ to buying rare vehicles sight unseen.
The rare 1974 Freightliner camper was built by a Boeing engineer and is in surprisingly good condition.
Even the interior, compartments, and engine are still clean and largely ticking over nicely.
Dave even jokes about turning it into his new home.
It isn’t all plain sailing with minor issues including fuel leaks and cracked tires – however, the team is ultimately able to drive the camper the 10 hours home to Salt Lake City after a few repairs.
Other Facebook Marketplace buys
This YouTuber who bought a cheap abandoned jet on Facebook Marketplace couldn’t believe its seven-figure repair cost to make it airworthy again.
Meanwhile, this man who bought a 1999 Cadillac for $275 on Facebook Marketplace flipped it again while holding on to one big secret.
He played with it, pushed it to the limit, and then resold it without the new owner knowing about the damages.
Last not not least, this guy couldn’t open the hood of his $600 1971 Mustang Coupe that he’d purchased via Facebook Marketplace.
Getting the car to his garage was hard enough, however getting to the engine proved to be even trickier.
London-based Amelia cut her journalistic teeth covering all things lifestyle, wellness and luxury in the UK capital. Fast-forward a decade and the experienced content creator and editor has put pen to paper for glossy magazines, busy newsrooms and coveted brands. When her OOO is on you can find her spending quality time with her young family, in the gym or exploring the city she loves.
