1977 GMC Motorhome Royale

OVERVIEW

This 26-foot 1977 GMC Motorhome Royale by Coachmen Industries comes appointed with a retractable awning, auxiliary lights, Bridgestone tires, and interior conveniences such as a water filtration system, a refrigerator, sleeping quarters, solid wood cabinetry, a central vacuum system, a stove, and a stainless steel sink. It is powered by a rebuilt replacement 403cid V8 mated to a Turbo-Hydramatic 425 three-speed automatic transmission and an upgraded 3.71:1 final drive ratio. Finished in yellow with dark brown and black accent stripes over a tan and earth-tone interior with woodgrain trim, this Motorhome is now offered with manuals; a parts book; a kit with spare fuses, bulbs, and connectors; and a clear title.

EXTERIOR – FEATURES

The yellow 26-foot fiberglass and aluminum exterior features brown and black accents and is constructed around an aluminum cage. Features include chrome bumpers, fog lamps, clearance lights, swing-away side mirrors, dual fuel tanks, a retractable awning, Soft-Ray tinted windows with aluminum screens, a rear-mounted spare tire, a step ladder, and a tow hitch-mounted aluminum cargo carrier.

EXTERIOR – WHEELS AND TIRES

The aluminum 16-inch wheels are wrapped in six Bridgestone Dueler A/T tires.

INTERIOR – FEATURES

The Royale interior is fitted with tan cloth captain’s chairs at the front of the cabin. Driver controls include a Sony stereo with a remote ten-disc CD changer, a 30,000-BTU furnace, and air conditioning. The rear passenger compartment has modular furnishings including seats that convert into beds; the countertops are covered in a walnut laminate. Features include a stainless steel double sink, a three-burner range, an electric refrigerator with a separate freezer compartment, solid wood cabinetry, and a three-stage reclining dinette unit with flip-up sides for the table. A water filtration system and a NuTone blender and mixer that connects to a socket on the counter have been installed.

Equipment additions put in under the seller’s ownership include a Winegard satellite television antenna, coaxial wiring, a SiriusXM satellite radio antenna, a built-in battery charger and power inverter, and a central vacuum with a hose and attachments. The bathroom has a shower with a detachable shower head, a sliding-door medicine cabinet, a sink, a tempered glass mirror, and a new elongated and elevated toilet for handicapped use. According to the seller, the tub, shower, and sink have been recoated with fiberglass paint.

INTERIOR – GAUGES

Instrumentation includes an 85-mph speedometer and a combination gauge for the oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel level. The five-digit mechanical odometer reads 83,000 miles, which the seller asserts is the true mileage on the chassis.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

The replacement 403cid V8 was serviced in spring 2023 and has reportedly accrued 19,000 miles since being rebuilt. Upgrades include Doug Thorley stainless steel headers and a new stainless steel exhaust system. Power is sent to the front wheels via a column-shifted Turbo-Hydramatic 425 three-speed automatic transmission and an upgraded 3.71:1 final drive ratio.

UNDERCARRIAGE AND MECHANICAL

The independent front suspension uses torsion bars and the rear air suspension has two height control valves and a single replacement airbag. Braking is handled by power discs up front and quad drums in the rear. An electric fuel pump has been added along with emergency brake assist.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Operating manuals, a parts book, and a supply of extra fuses, bulbs, and connectors will accompany the vehicle.