Offeredfor sale for the first time in more than eighteen years is a classic GMC "Royale" Coach. Only the 3rd owner since new, this RV has had anextensive list of rebuilds, repairs and upgrades to make it one of the mostsolid, strong running and original RV’s to hit the market.
Equippedwith a rebuilt Oldsmobile Toronado Rocket 403CI V8 engine and front wheeldrive, The Royale has plenty of power to handle today’s long journeys. Newlyrebuilt transmission shifts effortlessly, and the air ride suspension allowsthe entire vehicle to float down the road. 6-Wheel Chrome rims and low mileage BFGoodrich Dueller tires can handle most terrains with ease. Fully documented 83,000original miles since new and only 15,000 miles since 2005.
Someof the key features are: Fully appointed interior including reclining andswivel captain’s chairs, CB Radio, custom wood cabinetry throughout, brand newmicrowave, and a countertop plug-in blender, satellite TV dish, 10-disc CDchanger, 3 way functioning refrigerator (110V, 12V and LP gas) and a new powerinverter. Quad bunks with a conversion wedge to make the entire sleeping area aking size bed, Full bath with tub and shower includes a large cedar closet forhanging storage as well. Includes the optional central vacuum and a full lengthretractable awning which is color matched to the exterior. Brand New frontWindshields and gaskets installed in 2021. The Coach comes equipped with anOnan 6000W generator, as well as 30 AMP shore power capability and bothfreshwater tank and city water hookup with step-down regulator. It also includes a removable/retractablealuminum carrier with a folding ramp with a 500lb load capacity for bikes,scooters,overflow equipment etc.
Hereis the extensive list of repairs and upgrades the coach has received since itspurchase in 2005:
MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL
| New supplemental brake vacuum booster | 7 New Alcoa 16" wheels and matching nuts | New Caspro electric supplemental fuel pump |
| New alternator (replaced twice) | 7 Bridgestone AT Revo Dueler LR 225 16" E rated tires | New air cleaner and oil filter |
| New Thorley headers | Wheel bearings repacked | Transmission tune up |
| New 3" exhaust and mufflers | New left side rear suspension air bag; 2015 replaced right air bag | New Caspro transmission aluminum oil pan |
| New black water tank | Major engine tune up | New Caspro thermostat |
| New rubber fuel lines | New ignition switch | New alternator protection cable |
| 3 new batteries (automotive, generator and house) | New manual water cut off valve | New rear brakes |
| 2 new battery cutoff switches (automotive and house) | Auto A/C serviced- new freon | Chassis lubrication |
| New cruise control transducer vacuum servo and vacuum hose | Replaced right and left front brake caliper and hoses | Air suspension compressor rebuilt |
| New LP gas valve | Radiator flushed- new antifreeze protection to -29 F | Generator serviced- oil, filter, plugs |
| Horn switch and contacts refurbished | Rebuilt carburetor | Replaced generator fuel pump and oil level switch |
| New radiator stone guard | New fuel filter | New generator bridge rectifier |
| New windshield wiper blades | New distributor cap and rotor | New generator/shore power breaker |
| Gas tanks removed, boiled out and reinstalled | New spark plugs | |
| New alternator | Replaced broken Zip Dee awning angle strut and claw. | Exterior finish detailed and waxed |
| New generator and auto batteries | New Auto and house batteries | Replaced both sides upper control arm bushings |
| New aftermarket rebuilt engine starter | Replaced converter/ charger with Xantrex True Charge 2 40 amp | Adjusted steering gear |
| Replace 110V breaker box contact plate with reengineered custom copper plate | New interior living water system pump | Tightened all wheel bearings |
| Dana air suspension compressor rebuild | Repaired air suspension system wiring | Replaced steering arm control bushings |
| Generator overhall; rebuilt carburetor, new plugs, points filed, new | New CB Antennas | Installed front anti-sway bar |
| Gas line, fuel filter, oil change. | New CB/AM/FM antenna splitter | Aligned front wheels |
| Differential replaced with 3.21 ratio gearbox. | Repainted front access doors accent striping | Set trackage on both rear axles |
| Front end alignment | New "GMC" emblems in front and rear | Installed Xantrex Truecharge 40+ charger to replace original "buzz box" inverter on batteries (house & generator) |
| New Magic Chef Convection/microwave oven | New 75 Ohm coax external hookup | Dinette & bed cushions cleaned and refurbished |
| New Delta galley faucet | New 75 Ohm coax hookups in front and bedroom areas | New Beaulieu 'Presidents Choice' 55 oz. continuous filament nylon cut pile carpet and new pad installed throughout |
| New Nutone blender container | Refurbished wood cabinetry | New General Electric Smartwater Filtration System in galley |
| NOS Nutone knife sharpener | Bathtub refinished | Dashboard glovebox repaired and repainted Dark Saddle to match |
| NOS Nutone mixer set | Lavatory sink refinished | New cockpit screens on driver and passenger sides |
| DM-61 combination Satellite/broadcast antenna w/electronic direction sensor | New blinds in galley, dinette, over beds and in rear bathroom | Rebuilt refrigerator circuit board, replaced 110V relay w/ solid state relay |
| New XM- satellite radio external antenna FROM THE FACTORY | New curtains |
Thisis from an original brochure on the GMC Motorhome, specifically the Royalecustom. The inserts include the options and layout of the custom build: JimmyMotor Homes, a division of Coachmen Industries, Inc. produced and introducedthe GMC Royale (26 foot) and the Birchaven (23 foot) in 1976. While the GMCs(1973 and 1974 only) offered the four models in both 23 foot and 26 foot usingthe same model names for both lengths, 1975 to 1978 23 footers were only madeas TransModes and none were up fitted by GMC, but by other companies.
Whilethe exterior is the familiar silhouette of the GMC motorhome that we have grownto love, the interior is not as familiar. The Royale and Birchaven weredistinct in styling and beautifully engineered.
Bothoffered side and rear bath models which were lavishly appointed with spaciousfully-equipped interiors. They featured rich solid wood cabinetry, cedar linedcloset with light, separate tub/shower, (Birchaven had side wet bath) andbeautiful window treatments. The kitchen included double stainless steel sinkand optional microwave and food blender.
TheGMC Motorhomes front wheel drive, air suspension, tandem rear wheels and cruisecontrol provide a quiet, smooth and responsive ride. The exteriors of thesemotorhomes, from 1976 to 1978, ranged from white, gold and then tan. Exteriorcolors were coordinated with the interior to Coachmen’s specs.
Regardingpricing, the Royale and Birchaven model retail prices were somewhat higher thanthe equivalent models of the Palm Beach, Eleganza II and Kingsley. Due to theirinteriors they also weighed more than equivalent models.
Originalbrochure insert below with photos also shows configuration of the 26’ Coachwith rear bath:
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