NEW PRODUCT FEATURE: 2009/2010 Wildcat 31TS by Forest River Now Offering Electric Cabinets

Being in retail and wholesale sales, we hear this question soooo many times coming from a shorter Mrs.: Why would they put those cabinets up so high, I can't even reach anything in them, they're useless. Our response, well ma'am, you can always bring a step stool along with you. Storage space is always at a limit with an RV, so who wants to lose the space lugging around a step stool? The inventive minds over at Forest River and Wildcat have definitely solved this problem, and have given us an excellent, marketable solution. Electric cabinets, yeah I said it, electric cabinets will now be offered on 4 floor plans of Wildcat which are still being determined. The model shown here is the Wildcat 31TS, but I was told that 3 more floor plans will have them. These cabinets are aluminum-framed and geared to hold up to 200 pounds, so don't worry about weight issues. If you have 200 pounds of flatware, you might want to consider paper plates. You can expect to see a retail price of these cabinets being anywhere from $385.00 to $455.00, but those are not exact or guaranteed. I just wanted to get the word out, because let's face it, these are great! Please visit our Wildcat page frequently to see if pricing is available.

Introducing the Prototype Floorplan from Heartland RV: Eagle Ridge 34RLSA

Following up on the previous post about Heartland RV's new Eagle Ridge 5th wheel product line, we have the floorplan design of the first prototype model. Even though they are prototyping the model, they are ready to begin production on the units. The new floorplan will be called the Eagle Ridge 34RLSA, with plans of running production on two other floorplans at this time. I will get back to the blog with those 2 other new floorplans as soon as I hear that they are guaranteed to hit full production. Heartland's introduction into this market segment of high end looks and value with a low cost will certainly make a big impact. Heartland RV has became synonymous with successfully introducing very appealing products into each segment that they launch new brands. Visit RV Capital Wholesalers now to get a price on your 2009 Eagle Ridge 34RLSA by Heartland RV!

Heartland RV introduces new Eagle Ridge fifth wheel

Heartland RV has recognized RV Capital Wholesalers as one of the select dealers to have the honor of stocking their new product line of high profile fifth wheels called Eagle Ridge. You might be familiar with Heartland's other popular brands: Landmark, Big Horn, Big Country, Sundance, Cyclone, Razor, North Trail, and North Country. In today's economic condition Heartland RV wanted to provide our customers with a full profile coach at a mid profile price without taking out any full profile features. Eagle Ridge product line features double, triple, and quad slide models to fit your camping style. All units come standard with the Eagle Ridge travel, comfort living, and entertainment packages that have everything you need to make your camping experience a pleasurable one. To see the details of the Eagle Ridge packages click on the link to see what each one includes.

The new Eagle Ridge by Heartland RV is in direct competition with Jayco Eagle, Montana Mountaineer and Challenger by Keystone RV, Cardinal LE and Cedar Creek Silver Back by Forest River. Looks may be similar, but when you compare features and benefits to the purchase price you will find that Eagle Ridge by Heartland RV is by far the better value. Heartland has packaged and made standard what other manufacturers still charge as options. The price might appear to be close but make sure you compare all the features that Eagle Ridge by Heartland RV has standard to get a true understanding of how much more value you get compared to other brands. To get your wholesale price for the new Eagle Ridge by Heartland, please visit RV Capital Wholesalers and receive the introductory offer we have waiting for you.

The Effect of the RV Industry on Elkhart, Indiana

Undoubtedly, everybody can see the unemployment rate around the country is spiking.  Across the entire economy, jobs are being cut whether its retail, wholesale, manufacturing or service segments.  However, high gas prices along with a weakening credit and housing market has not hit anywhere as hard as it has hit Elkhart.  With RV manufacturers, dealers, and suppliers slowly collapsing under the pressure of the market, our area has a staggering 9.3% unemployment rate. If that seems unusually high, it is the highest unemployment rate per capita in the United States. Almost everybody you talk to has been directly or indirectly affected by the struggling RV industry.  However, the RV industry has always been cyclical, and it will rebound.  It still remains a less expensive vacation option than flights, hotels, and rental cars.  

2009 Everest Platinum Edition by Keystone RV: 305T, 340I, 345S

Manufacturers are finding some very good ways to encourage customers to make a purchase these days. Keystone RV is no exception to this current situation. Last year Keystone RV offered a $2,500 package of options for its Everest 344J and Everest 345S models that included electric stabilizer jacks, 15" bedroom TV, and 12 cubic foot refrigerator. This was a great deal for customers, and they definitely took advantage of the free options; it was hard to keep them on the lot. So here we are in the 2009 model year and market conditions are much more difficult and different than last year. Keystone realized this and made this year's Platinum Package even more enticing to customers. Only available on the 305T, 340I, and 345S, the new platinum package consists of the following free options:

• High gloss fiberglass exterior


• Back up camera and monitor


• Central vacuum system


• Fireplace


• 19" bedroom TV


• Trail-Air pinbox


• Pillowtop mattress


• Portable icemaker

All of these FREE options add up to a retail value of $6,800 which is drastically higher than last year. However, just like last year, they are only doing a limited production run of these special packages. Keystone advertises that they are only building around 100 per floorplan.