Once rolled down the aisles of the world’s most famous jet, Qantas’ vintage Boeing 747 bar carts are back up for grabs, sending aviation lovers racing to get their hands on one.
For the first time since 2020, the airline has reopened its memorabilia vault, offering Australians the chance to own a genuine piece of aviation history.
The pre-loved 747 drink trolleys come complete with wine, beer or soft drinks depending on your preference.
The sleek silver carts, which once clinked their way down the aisles of thousands of international flights between London, Los Angeles and Singapore, are being sold for a limited time via the Qantas Rewards Store.
But unfortunately, they don’t come cheap. Each will set you back anywhere from 140,000 Qantas Points, or 50,000 points plus an additional $450, depending on how you’d like to pay.
Each cart has lived a long, glamorous life at 35,000 feet, clocking up an estimated 2,000 flights before being retired.
Inside, buyers will find a fully stocked mini-bar selection featuring Australian wines such as Wynns Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon, Langmeil Steadfast Shiraz Cabernet, Xanadu Vinework Chardonnay and See Saw Organic Sauvignon Blanc.
If you’re not fussed about the booze, the trolley itself can be snapped up on its own for just 47,500 Qantas Points, which is currently half price, making it a serious bargain for collectors.
Qantas’ vintage Boeing 747 bar carts, once wheeled down the aisles of the world’s most famous jet, are back for sale, complete with wine, beer, or soft drinks. For the first time since 2020, aviation fans can snap up a piece of airline history
But before you get too excited about rolling one into your living room, there are two catches – the first being delivery is only available to select postcodes across Australia.
That means some regions, including Western Australia and Tasmania, are unfortunately off the list. So if you’re keen to snag one, you’ll want to check online to see if your area is eligible before cashing in those hard-earned points.
The second is that the previously offered bar snacks are not included in this drop, only drinks.
The nostalgic sale has sparked a wave of excitement among frequent flyers and collectors, many of whom remember how quickly the first release sold out back in 2020, when all 1,000 units disappeared within hours as travel-starved Aussies rushed to own a slice of the skies.
At the time, Qantas executive manager of product and service Phil Capps said the airline wanted to give customers the opportunity to hold onto a piece of the 747’s rich history.
‘Each of these pre-loved carts served Qantas and our customers well during their world travels, with each one averaging around 2,000 flights,’ he said.
‘While we no longer have use for them, they still have life in them, especially for those with an appreciation for aviation collectables and an eye for design. The fact they come fully stocked with some of Qantas’ most popular on-board service items will hopefully inspire some high-flying fun at home.’
‘There has been huge demand for Qantas 747 memorabilia and Frequent Flyers have expressed keen interest to convert the bespoke in-flight trolley into everything from lamp stands to storage units.
Each cart costs from 140,000 Qantas Points, or 50,000 points plus $450. Having clocked up around 2,000 flights at 35,000 feet, these retired trolleys now come fully stocked with top Australian wines and drinks
If you’re not fussed about the booze, the trolley itself can be snapped up on its own for just 47,500 Qantas Points, which is currently half price, making it a serious bargain for collectors
‘The fact they come fully stocked with some of Qantas’ most popular on-board service items will hopefully inspire some high-flying fun at home.’
The airline operated various incarnations of the ‘Queen of the Skies’ for almost 50 years before retiring its final 747 in July 2020 – a farewell that triggered a wave of national nostalgia among Aussies who grew up flying on the jumbo jet.
Now, with the bar carts making a surprise comeback, fans are jumping online to secure one before they sell out again.
‘Perfect for the Friday office drinks trolley,’ one reader wrote.
‘If you can’t get an upgrade for the same amount, why bother buying second-hand QF equipment?’ another quipped.
Still, for aviation enthusiasts, it’s a rare opportunity to bring a little piece of Qantas history home, postcode permitting, of course.
