GMC Motorhome

GMC Motorhome
1973 GMC Motorhome (26-ft model)
Overview
Manufacturer	GMC Truck and Coach Division (General Motors)
Production	1972–1978
Model years	1973–1978
Assembly	Pontiac West Assembly, Pontiac, Michigan
Designer	Michael Lathers, GM Design Center
Body and chassis
Class	Recreational vehicle
Body style	Class A Motor Home
Layout	Longitudinal front-engine, front-wheel drive
Powertrain
Engine	455 cu in (7.5 L) Rocket V8 403 cu in (6.6 L) Oldsmobile V8
Transmission	3-speed TH-425 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	140 inches (3,600 mm) 160 inches (4,100 mm)
Length	23 feet (7.0 m) 26 feet (7.9 m)

The GMC Motorhome is a recreational vehicle that was manufactured by the GMC Truck & Coach Division of General Motors for model years 1973–1978 in Pontiac, Michigan, USA — as the only complete motorhome built by a major auto/truck manufacturer. Manufactured in 23 and 26 ft (7.0 and 7.9 m) lengths, the design was noted for its front-wheel drive and its low profile, fully integrated body.

In contrast to most motorhomes which were manufactured on drivetrain-equipped frames supplied by a chassis manufacturer; GMC designed, engineered, and built the entire vehicle, and in most cases the interiors, completely in-house. Empty shells were also supplied to other RV manufacturers for interior outfitting and to specialty manufacturers for custom outfitting, ranging from mail delivery and mobile training facilities to people movers and ambulances.