Coachmen's Prism — luxury in an affordable package |
Coachmen RV - January 10, 2008
 MIDDLEBURY, Ind. — Everything about Coachmen's new Prism ™ M-230 motorhome says, "Easy." This is a coach that is easy to drive, easy on gas, and easy on the eyes.
Coachmen builds the Prism on a Freightliner Sprinter  chassis. With its length of 24 feet, 11 inches, Prism is a great motorhome for couples or small families looking for a touring coach or an RV for everyday use. The vehicle size and the comfortable cockpit create a driving sensation similar to an automobile or SUV, and its 3.0 L V-6 turbo-diesel engine gets an estimated 17 to 19 miles per gallon.
The Prism has a sleek aerodynamic exterior with fiberglass sidewalls, end caps and running boards. While the stylish, flowing lines from the cab to the body and the full-body paint give this coach a definite automotive feel, it is also functional with its 52 cubic-feet of pass-through storage.
 Stepping into Prism is entering a world of elegance. Coachmen designers searched the salons and design shops of Europe for the styling and appliances for this coach. The elegant Expresso walnut cabinetry and contoured countertops are gracefully curved to give the interior a sensuous, eye-appealing look. Stylish overhead cabinets provide ample storage space, and the soft-touch vinyl ceiling adds to the comfortable appearance. And, all of this luxury comes with a base manufacturer's suggested retail price of $105,000.
Coachmen paid attention to all of the details in this coach. For instance, the blinds to cover the cab windshield and windows are integrated into the window pillars. Air conditioning and heating vents are mounted in the toe panel rather than in the floor so they don't collect dirt and debris. The wooden plank linoleum flooring from Beaufloor provides a non-skid surface even when wet. Optional carpeting snaps into place and is removable for easy cleaning. Halogen lighting throughout, rather than traditional pancake lighting, enhances the coach's ambiance.
Entertaining in the Prism is easy and fun. The galley sink and range are flush-mounted with smooth glass covers, yielding extra counter space. The dual sofas in the slideroom and soft touch Euro chair offer plenty of seating, and the standard 20-inch LCD television is on a swivel arm for easy viewing. The cabover bunk can be converted to an entertainment center with the optional 26-inch LCD television, DVD player and Bose Wave® radio.
In the bathroom, an elegant glass vessel sink and modern faucet enhance the sense of grandeur of the motorhome. The curved door to the water closet continues the eye-appeal, as well as providing additional leg room.
Coachmen's Prism is the embodiment of easy. It's easy to drive, easy on fuel and easy on the eyes, and it all comes in an affordable package.
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Top-of-the-Line FCCC XCP Chassis Teams with Top-of-the Line Sportscoach Legend |
Source: Freightliner Custom chassis
GAFFNEY, S.C., [June 2008]—Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation’s top-of-the-line XCP chassis is driving Sportcoach’s top-of-the-line Legend motorhome—providing customers with unprecedented power and comfort at an unbelievable price.
“No other motorhome in this classification or price-point rides on a chassis with the degree of power and comfort that the XCP provides,” said Tony Sippel, RV product manager for FCCC. “Owners of the new Sportscoach Legend will experience far more power and comfort than any owner of any comparable motorhome on the road today.”
The XCP’s Cummins ISM 10.8-liter diesel engine generates 500 horsepower and 1,550 lb.-ft. of torque, providing superior acceleration and responsiveness when needed most—on steep inclines and when towing vehicles. It also offers many other features not found on comparably priced motorhomes: a raised-rail configuration that allows for nearly 200 cubic feet of exterior basement storage; an industry-leading, 60-degree wheel-cut for maximum maneuverability in tight spaces; independent front suspension; air disc brakes on all six wheels for optimal stopping power; up to 44,600 lb. GVWR; and a tag axle that provides a ride unparalleled in the industry.
 “With all the XCP’s high-end features, Legend customers are getting a premium chassis that supports a top-of the line motorhome at an unbelievable value," added Sippel. The XCP chassis also offers customers a comprehensive three-year, 50,000-mile warranty.
With an XCP chassis underneath, the 45’ Sportscoach Legend provides plenty of living space with four large sliderooms. Contemporary interior styling with curved cabinetry and flowing lines throughout make this coach stand out from the crowd. Dual vessel bowl lav sinks are reminiscent of what you would see in a show home. Designer ceramic tile flooring is generously used from the entryway to the bedroom. Take a look up and you will see the custom ceiling treatment that adds to the luxurious appeal of this coach.
Sportscoach Legend comes well equipped on the XCP chassis with a manufacturers suggested retail price starting at $307,510.
Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation manufactures premium chassis for the motorhome, walk-in van, school bus and shuttle bus markets. Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation is a subsidiary of Daimler Trucks North America LLC, which is headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and is the leading medium- and heavy-duty truck manufacturer in North America. Daimler Trucks North America produces and markets Class 3-8 vehicles and is a Daimler company, the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer.
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Coachmen grabs market share |
(Coachmen RV - June 2008)
MIDDLEBURY, Ind. — Coachmen RV Group has shown considerable strength during the first four months of 2008 in retail sales of its motorized products.
Statistical Surveys Inc. ranked Coachmen fifth in the nation in all motorhome retail sales, year-to-date through April, with 8.3 percent market share. Market share for the month of April alone was an impressive 9.5 percent.
Retail sales of Coachmen RV Group Class C motorhomes have been particularly strong. Coachmen Industries is ranked the No. 2 retailing manufacturer in the industry in Class C retail sales with 15.3 percent market share. The Coachmen model(brand) has earned the No. 1 ranking throughout the nation with a market share increase of 6.2 percent through the first four months of 2008, on top of our 2007 calendar year market share growth of 13.2 percent. April 2008 sales were particularly strong with the Coachmen brand logging 16.6 percent of all Class Cs sold that month.
Coachmen’s travel trailer and fifth wheel products are also gaining market share through April 2008. These gains are on top of significant market share gains posted in calendar year 2007.
"Over the last 18 months, we have radically repositioned our Company. A clear vision, best-in-class quality and innovation to our products represent our most significant accomplishments. These accomplishments are supported by our market share gains in nearly all product categories”, said Michael R. Terlep, president of Coachmen RV Group. “As Apple co-founder, Steve Jobs once said, innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower. The latest data from Statistical Surveys clearly shows that the innovation that we have brought to our products has re-established Coachmen as a leader."
Coachmen's Class C Freelander ™ has led the charge in sales. Among the features that consumers find appealing are its immense exterior storage, residential size queen beds and the innovative Azdel™ Superlite ™ composite substrate in the sidewalls that resists moisture, mold and rot.
"Our product innovations are practical innovations that provide value to our customers," said Terlep. "Beyond the WOW factor of our products, they are easy to use, easy to own and easy to enjoy.”
Other Coachmen motorized products with progressive, forward thinking, ultramodern styling that are earning great reviews include:
- The Prism ™, an aerodynamic fuel efficient Class C built on the diesel Sprinter chassis.
- The Leprechaun ® Class C … special 40th edition of the Leprechaun series featuring an advanced interior design coupled with a reliable motorhome design and construction.
- The Mirada ™ Avant-garde™, a Class A gas powered motorhome that has a distinctly unique interior design.
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Coachmen launches new roadside assistance program |
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(Aug. 13, 2008)
MIDDLEBURY, Ind. — People who purchase qualifying new 2009 model year Coachmen RV Group products will get an added benefit: free first-year membership in Travel Easy™ Roadside Assistance.
Administered by Coach-Net®, this service provides Coachmen, Sportscoach, Georgie Boy, Viking and Adrenaline owners operational, technical and emergency road service. This benefit applies to 2009 Coachmen RV Group Class A, Class C, travel trailer and fifth wheel RVs shipped to dealers on or after June 1, 2008.
Enrolling is easy. Simply send in the warranty registration of the unit retail sold and the consumers registration packet will be sent out within a few weeks.
Among the services provided with Travel Easy™ membership are:
- Emergency roadside assistance
- RV technical assistance hotline making RVDA certified and master certified RV technicians available 24/7
- RV service appointment assistance
- Emergency trip interruption reimbursement up to $2,000
- Emergency messenger service
- Nationwide trip routing
- Fee-Free Travelers Cheques
"We all know unforeseen events can happen when we travel," said Bill Martin, vice president of marketing for Coachmen RV Group. "Travel Easy™ Roadside Assistance is our way of ensuring people who purchase Coachmen products are well taken care of anytime, anywhere. Plus, benefits like nationwide trip routing and Fee-Free Travelers Cheques make RVing easier every time you head out. It's just one more thing we do to make RVing as easy and fun as possible."
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Sportscoach's Legend going for all the bragging rights |
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(Sportscoach RV - Aug. 5, 2008)
 MIDDLEBURY, Ind. — Superlatives are not enough when it comes to describing the new Sportscoach Legend motorhome. Sportscoach is redefining the concepts of spaciousness and luxury with this next generation coach.
The Legend has four space expanding slideouts and is a whopping 44 feet, 10 inches long. This spaciousness is made possible by the tag axle chassis that is the foundation of the Legend. A tag axle is a second rear axle that allows a longer coach and heavier duty capacity.
 
Sportscoach turned to Freightliner® and its Powerliner Chassis III for the platform. The Powerliner has a 10.8L ISM Cummins® engine that delivers 500 horsepower and 1,550 lb.-ft. of torque. That is plenty of power for any driving situation. The six-speed Allison 4000MH automatic transmission smoothly transfers power from the engine to the wheels, and the ZF™ Independent Front Suspension with an exceptional 60-degree wheel cut makes this coach extremely maneuverable.
Freightliner also incorporated its industry-first "automatic load proportioning" system that electronically allocates weight distribution across all three axles for a smooth, comfortable ride. (Sensors adjust the ride height and air pressure in the suspension for each axle to balance the load.)
For convenience, the Legend has a magnificent 198 cubic feet of exterior pass-through basement storage. That is almost double what other diesel motorhomes offer. Aluminum side swing compartment doors make accessing that storage easy.
Besides its larger size, the Legend also sports awesome looks. Designers gave the Legend two full-body paint options — Midnight Desert and Midnight Burgundy. The front and rear fiberglass caps are gracefully curved to give the Legend a distinctive look and to make them more aerodynamic.
The curved look is continued inside the coach where designers employed the avant-garde styling popular in the marine industry. The Brazilian Cherry cabinetry and contoured countertops are curved to give the interior a sensuous, eye-appealing look. Halogen lighting in the soft-touch vinyl ceiling adds to the appeal.
 Two of the Legend's four slideouts are in the living area to accommodate dual sofas. The sleeper sofa is integrated with the dinette in such a way that the back of one dinette bench is the arm of the sofa. Designer ceramic tile that is easy to maintain and clean paves the flooring from the entry to the rear bedroom.
In the kitchen, the Legend has a 12-cubic-foot side-by-side refrigerator, three-burner cook top and 30-inch convection microwave oven. And, throughout the living and dining areas are overhead cabinets offering fantastic storage.
 Pocket doors separate the bathroom from the kitchen. Sportscoach designers selected dual designer vessel sinks for the bath, as well as a shower enclosure with rain glass textured shower door and an overhead skylight.
Step into the bedroom where a king bed is standard with nightstands on each side. Two slideouts add to the roominess. Across from the bed are a bench seat and more storage and closet space. A washer-dryer combo is optional.
Sportscoach’s all-new Legend definitely will make a name for itself in realm of luxury and spaciousness. And what’s best of all, is that this coach comes well equipped with an MSRP around $300,000.
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