Recreational vehicles have a long and illustrious history, with their roots in the horse-drawn wagon that was invented thousands of years ago. The world's first proper leisure caravan dates from the late 19th century and the motorhome made its debut back in 1904. The first caravan club was established not long after, while the Tin Can Tourist Club, America's original RV camper club, formed in 1919.

Expensive luxuries, the earliest RVs are all about exquisite craftsmanship and stunning good looks. Click or scroll through to take a trip down memory lane and discover some of the finest examples...