Our Touring Past

Hi, We are looking for a van for 2 and a dog. Our budget is tight, our drive has a steep pinch so tail dragging is a problem. Looking around I seen a 1961 Quest, it has a upsweep at the rear great for bad drives. Are there other vans with this idea?

Hi 666

I think you will find all old vans have rollers at the rear as part of the support stand. I had always wondered 'why' and recently someone who had been involved in the industry in the 50s and 60s told me they were largely to help as vans negotiated punts across rivers. They were often rough and steep apparently and as the roller is under the chassis I guess it makes sense as the back may bottom out and is protected. So the shape may be immaterial in your quest for a van - pun intentended!! George

Hi, Still looking around for a project. Not in a hurry but if one was not to far or dear I would be interested. I am looking for one similar to the attached photo. Cheers.