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4The Special EditionCoca-Cola GMC Motorhome and the Coca-Cola GadaboutIn 1977, Coca-Cola used a special production GMC Motorhome to advertise their products.BY JANET FREY | MILFORD SQUARE, PA | 1976 PALM BEACHHISTORICAL ASSISTANCE BILL BRYANT | PLEASANT VALLEY, NY | 1976 PALM BEACHThere were two models that hosted the white and “Firethorn” red color of Coca-Cola. The Coca-Cola GMC Motorhome exterior was Cameo white with a red horizontal stripe pattern, similar as other GMC Motorhomes.It is believed these motorhomes were primarily used by Coca-Cola bottlers and distributors as courtesy coaches and for public event functions. The second Coca-Cola model was the Gadabout – this one had all the bells and whistles. Pictured below is the basic Coca-Cola red upholstery that was used in both coaches.Basic red and white Coca-Cola interior for both models. Plush velour upholstery and thick shag carpeting in “Firethorn” red color for Coca-Cola.GMC VINTAGE RVING MAGAZINE | GMCMI.COM