Elvis Presley's Jet Left Abandoned in the Desert for 40 Years — Now Travels Across the U.S. as a Luxury Retro Motorhome

Elvis Presley’s Jet Left Abandoned in the Desert for 40 Years — Now Travels Across the U.S. as a Luxury Retro Motorhome

Written by Romário Pereira de Carvalho

Published on 19/07/2025 at 09:07

Updated on 19/07/2025 at 09:12

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Airplane That Belonged to Elvis Was Forgotten for Decades in the Desert and Now Travels the US as a Retro Motorhome with Original Interior

A jet that belonged to Elvis Presley spent four decades forgotten in the New Mexico desert. Now, it has turned into a luxury motorhome on wheels. The transformation was done by American YouTuber James Webb, from the channel Jimmy’s World.

In January 2023, Webb purchased the airplane at an auction in Florida for US$ 260,000, equivalent to about R$ 1.4 million.

The idea was clear from the beginning: restore the historical piece and transform it into a traveling attraction.

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Interior With a Touch of the Golden Years

The motorhome was named Hound Dog, in honor of one of Elvis’s most famous songs. The interior retains many original details.

Among them are the red velvet seats, wooden panels, and a period cassette player. A VCR, television, and sound system with individual headphones are also still in place.

Even the bathroom was preserved, including an original vanity. The small kitchen still features a microwave and a beverage dispenser. All of this reinforces the aesthetic of the singer’s golden era, which marked generations.

Attraction for Elvis Presley Fans

James Webb does not use the vehicle just for traveling. He charges US$ 10 for a visit for those who want to explore the interior of the adapted airplane.

“It’s a way to keep Elvis’s story alive and give a new purpose to an important piece of the past,” the YouTuber said in one of the videos posted on the channel.

Before the renovation, the jet was without engines and had a damaged cabin. Even so, it was seen as a relic by collectors. Now, it has become a success on social media and attracts fans of all ages.

With information from F5.UOL.

Elvis Presley’s Jet Left Abandoned in the Desert for 40 Years — Now Travels Across the U.S. as a Luxury Retro Motorhome

Airplane That Belonged to Elvis Was Forgotten for Decades in the Desert and Now Travels the US as a Retro Motorhome with Original Interior

Interior With a Touch of the Golden Years

Attraction for Elvis Presley Fans

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Elvis Presley’s Jet Left Abandoned in the Desert for 40 Years — Now Travels Across the U.S. as a Luxury Retro Motorhome

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