Vintage Airstream Restorations & Repairs

Reviews

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  John Atherton
6 years ago
We have taken our 1982 Airstream Turbo Diesel Motorhome to VARR with a couple of issues. They worked their magic and we have a much nicer Motorhome as a result. Gene, Craig and their team know what they're doing with Vintage Airstream tow behinds or Motorhomes. We couldn't be happier with their service.

  steven smith
a year ago
I sent my complete and original vintage airstream to VARR for a total restoration.After spending over three years and over$60,000. I had the unfinished trailer returnedto me. It was then I discovered that the originalinterior had been accidentally demolished at the beginning of the process.Gene Magre hid this fact from me the entiretime he had my trailer. He was trying to builda new interior to replace what he had destroyedand charging me for the work, while makingme think he was working on the original interior.He did not return much of the original equipment. He charged me for labor onoriginal equipment that he did not return.He charged me for new equipment that hedid not include in the trailer.He refused to make any restitution or compensation. In my experience Gene Magrewas incompetent, untrustworthy and dishonest.

  Ann Morgan
5 years ago
Gene and his team have taken my little vintage trailer to the next level and I could not be happier.They have been responsive, keeping me in the loop during the entire process.They know their stuff. My trailer looks great and because of some work Gene his team have done, I am much safer! My trailer is a 1961. It had been worked on a lot before I got it. The work was not always by people who knew what they were doing. Gene and his team fixed some questionable things, updating my trailer and making it road ready.He was very mindful of my budget and my needs. He listened to me and what I wanted.I could not be more thrilled to travel down the road in my shined up Bambi.Thanks Gene!!!

  Lawrence Sawyer
2 years ago
I searched the interwebs high and low for the right deal on a Clipper travel trailer. VARR had one, and Gene worked with me over the course of a month until I could drive out there and pull it back to Minnesota. In the meantime, his people welded up the frame with reinforcements, packed the wheel bearings, and installed lights, just as Gene said they would. They would not let me leave with it until they confirmed that all systems were ready for my 1200 mile tow home. These guys are the best!

  Linda Cavender
4 years ago
Gene is AMAZING! And not just at restoring vintage Airstream trailers! My husband and I were moving a 30 foot Airstream out of a very precarious spot and got hopelessly mired and dangerously close to a large metal pillar. With very few options I had the thought to call Gene and see if one of his men could come and help figure out the solution (they re amazing at moving the trailers in a very tight space). Because all his guys were very busy he said he d try to help out. Said he d call me back in 30 minutes to arrange for the help. 5 minutes later he called back and said he found a friend to help and that he d be there in minutes! And sure enough a few minutes later help arrived. Within about 15 minutes we were on the road again! He was a great help that day. The VARA is definitely a place you need to check out if you re looking for something fun and unique!!! Thanks Gene!

  Sherrie Johnson
a year ago
Well it is very unorganized! Many times we would get calls asking for same things we had discussed. They were redoing our airstream. They said they had messed up electrical. Then they billed us twice. Workers were quitting every other month. They had a 17 year old work and charged us 85 an hour. They double billed us. RUNService: Body & TrimService: Body & Trim

  John Reed
3 years ago
The air conditioner on my Airstream had quit working in the middle of a heat wave. I called several RV repair shops and there was no way they could help me for weeks. I called Vintage Airstream. It was after hours and Gene answered my call anyway. Gene was most informative and helpful. I needed a replacement and they ordered one that same evening with expedited shipping. I highly recommend them, their service is awesome.

  Dagny Bogaard
a year ago
Absolutely terrible experience I feel absolutely disappointed in the way they handle everything. Violated and taken advantage of. Do not recommend. My camper was in better shape when I delivered it as a whole. They should not be in business and I am shocked by the positive reviews. They never published my review on their website. Not transparent with negative feedback.Services: Auto engine diagnostic, Body & Trim, Air conditioning

  Douglas Clark
3 years ago
I dropped in to learn about Airstreams and what a DIY renovation project might entail. The owner gave me a tour of several models and then let me explore on my own. He was very open and upfront with the cost of buying a fully refinished product vs. buying a complete fixer upper.They seem very flexible with the services they offer (e.g. they do electric and plumbing and I do carpentry and finish work). They also allow you to store your trailer there while you renovate.This will be my first time buying a trailer, so I have more research to do prior to purchasing anything, but if I go with Airstream, I will definitely be back here.

  Daniel Pope
a year ago
Quality work by a reputable "mom and pop" business. Experts at fixing problems created by other shops. Gene provides honest answers and fair pricing. I highly recommend that you go here - first.

  Chris Paul
3 years ago
Just got off the phone interested in restoring my 1964 airstream overlander classicHe was extremely rude.. Said 'listen if you look on my website I do good work. If you don't have $75,000 then that's how much it is to talk to me .. and I'm very busy so .. adios'Well thenHe wouldn't get my money based on attitude aloneYou don't do business that way .. I don't care who you think you are or if you think your work is the greatest there is on the planetI'm payingSo just imagine, if he wants to stiff you and not do the work .. or if you need to work with him closely on a project .. if that's what he's like on just a phone conversation? Then yes I'd say 'Buyer Beware' as others have said alsoThere are other companies out there and this dude acts like he invented Airstream and the Spartan trailer too ! Golly Gee!Don't talk to me that way

  alec Houghton
5 years ago
The owner is the coolest guy I know. I came in with questions on how to polish my grandpas airstream trailer and instead of turning me away like most dealers probably would, he instead gave me a whole tour of his lot. He then had one of his employees give me a tutorial on how they polish the aluminum exterior to perfection. Definitely recommend these guys for anything.

  Jack C
6 years ago
Gene was very personable and extremely knowledge about Airstreams. He understood what I really needed, even if I wasn't sure what questions to ask. After going on the website, viewing what VARR has created over the years and seeing at what they were currently working on in their shop, I am very excited to have them create a unique Southwest styled 60's era Airstream for me to explore my home in and around the Four Corners.

  John Lloyd
4 years ago
What a wonderful company! We showed up in the early afternoon hoping to make an appointment early the following week as we were in town for only a few days, and they decided to work on our Airstream on the spot! Walker and Tyson were consummate professionals, and handled the work with ease! We couldn t have been happier with their level of service, and for dropping whatever they were doing to assist us that same day! Thank you so much you guys, means a lot!

  Celeste Israel
3 years ago
Airstreams are a classic way to travel. Design your own little escape.Gene the owner is fun to do business with and seems to be very passionate about making each custom airstream perfect. I really enjoyed his vision and designs

  Sally Martin
6 years ago
I went to VARR for some help on an electronic device that was not working in my RV. I worked with Craig who is their parts specialist. My RV is 13 years old and sometimes those parts are either impossible to find, or don't exist at all. Craig would text me nearly everyday to tell me of his progress. I know he spent time and effort searching for the parts, for several weeks. Thanks Craig, I appreciate your hard work. Thanks VARR, you guys are great.!

  Catherine Michel
5 years ago
I am a professional interior designer who has 25 years of experience in yacht and motor home design. VARR represents itself as a full service repair and restoration facility for Airstream trailers. My recent experience with VARR is such that I will never recommend this business because of the substandard work and extreme scheduling difficulties my clients experienced in 2018.

  Ben Hanson
2 years ago
Working with Gene and the team was truly a pleasure. They worked on the shine of my 1959 Airstream and it has never ever looked better. I now feel pride rolling down the road in my 50s Airstream.Services: Transmission, Electrical, Body & TrimServices: Transmission, Electrical, Body & Trim

  r c
6 years ago
Extremely friendly couple running a "mom and pop" operation in the middle of beautiful Heber City. When I left Salt Lake one day and happen to drive by their place, I just had to stop and see what they were up to. These guys are the real deal and I was blown away by what they were working on in the "boneyard." I have yet to purchase an Airstream from them, but I really looking forward to the time I can!

  David Hill
4 years ago
My daughter stopped in with a problem and they made time to at least look at her trailer to see if easy fix or suggestions and they were able to spot problem. Super nice people. Will go back

  brian ethans
5 years ago
Had a very miss leading phone call with the owner and he would never give me a direct or rounded price of a full rebuild. Mostly just talked about George Clooney....

  Catherine Celis
6 years ago
The staff here are truely amazing! What a creative group of individuals who really adhere to making each and every customized request a dream come true!!!

  Nicolle Muir
4 years ago
Absolutely amazing place to work! The owners of the company really take care of their employees and treat them just like family.

  Mark Harris
5 years ago
Fantastic airstream restoration business. They are very good at what they do and treat you like family.

  Hawk L
5 years ago
The owner couldn't be bothered.

  Scott Flora
4 years ago
Nice people very cool place