Vehicle Description
International Harvester introduced the Travelall in 1953 as one of
the first competitors to the forerunner of the category, the
Chevrolet Suburban. Like the Suburban, the Travelall was a large,
multi-passenger station wagon built atop a robust truck chassis,
combining people carrying space with truck-like practicality. To
promote their light truck offerings, International traded on their
reputation in the heavy-duty and agriculture market, and they
enjoyed steady enough sales for the Travelall to live through
several generations. Also like its rival, the Travelall was
available in multiple lengths and configurations, from
two-wheel-drive � ton to � ton four-wheel-drive, and a range of
six-cylinder and V8 options. The fourth and final generation
debuted in 1969 with new underpinnings based on the D-Series
pickup, and styling that reflected the highly successful Scout.
While the big Travelall was never quite as popular as the Scout and
Scout II, International boasted very high customer satisfaction and
loyalty, thanks to the robust nature of these workhorses. As early
sport-utility vehicles enjoy newfound appreciation from collectors,
the International Travelall is a relative rarity. It is an
intriguing alternative to a contemporary Suburban, with a unique
character and a reputation for quality. This 1973 Travelall 1010
Custom is a well-optioned, highly original example. Presented in
dark metallic green with the optional Deluxe exterior package, it
is a remarkably well-preserved truck that is almost untouched save
for a respray in the original color. The deluxe option added such
niceties as full wheel covers, additional body side moldings, and
that most iconic bit of 1970s automotive Americana, woodgrain vinyl
trim. That this truck survived so well preserved is a testament to
the build quality of these famously robust vehicles. The paint is
finished to good driver standards, with a glossy finish and
consistent fit of the exterior trim. It wears correct original
wheels with deluxe wheel covers and new, period-correct narrow-band
whitewall radials. The capacious interior is trimmed in ultra-1970s
green brocade upholstery, with superb original carpets and door
panels. From front to rear, the upholstery is in near showroom
condition, including the molded-in rubber floor mats and carpeted
rear cargo area. The matching green dash is in excellent condition,
free of fading or sun damage, and fitted with all original switches
and controls. There is a proper factory-fitted three-spoke steering
wheel, and factory options include a column shifted automatic
transmission, air conditioning, and a radio. International's 392
cubic-inch (6.4-liter) V8 provides an ocean of torque, and while it
won't win many stoplight drag races in the big Travelall, it is
famously robust and virtually bulletproof. This example has been
well maintained, and it runs and drives well. The engine presents
in honest original condition under the hood. Features include
3-speed automatic transmission, power brakes, power steering, and
a/c to ensure it cruises effortlessly and comfortably. This truck
also features the optional tow package, which adds dual fuel tanks
and a trailer hitch, among other improvements. The Travelall was
rare in its day, and most were worked hard, making survivors
particularly scarce. This wonderfully preserved example is brimming
with character and is a delightful family-friendly classic, ready
to haul most of a little league team out for ice cream or to take
the gang on an extended camping trip in distinctive style. Offers
welcome and trades considered For additional details please view
this listing directly on our website
https://hymanltd.com/vehicles/6719-1973-international-travelall/
