It is often easy to imagine that some odd or strange vehicles have lived a colorful life. This 1961 Suburban Carryall carried actors to and from the “Ponderosa” for the television show “Bonanza”. After undergoing a restoration in 2001, this Suburban has spent its time indoors in a personal collection. All of this Chevy, and its history, can be yours for $38,000. Find it here on craigslist out of Cornelius, Oregon.

The custom coachwork on this Suburban was performed by Stageway Coaches. They stretched other Chevy platforms, but the Suburban was likely the coolest of the bunch. These Suburban Carryalls were built as airport limousines, having 1 door on the driver side, and 4 doors on the passenger side. Capable of hauling 18 passengers and their luggage, this Suburban is no joke. Granted, the luggage had to be mounted to the lengthy roof rack, but the roof rack was clever in a couple of ways. It grants the maximum capacity of 18 passengers, and it also acts as a cantilever, adding strength and rigidity to the midsection of this extended suburban.

Having undergone a restoration in 2001, this Chevy is very clean. There are photographs linking this trucks past to the TV show, and some of its other past history. Although the seller clearly asks to inquire for further information, and history on this vehicle. Despite being powered by an SBC, this Carryall likely struggles to move when loaded to full capacity. Packing a manual transmission, power breaks, and power steering, I think this Suburban would be a unique driving experience for sure. Would you visit the “Ponderosa” in this Carryall?