Eribafolk Facebook member Alex Gray shared this post:-

Red Lion Caravan Centre
**BIG NEWS**
We at Red lion Caravans are now officially Eriba Dealers, with our first load landing in September 😁
Who's seen the Micro Touring Caravans?

https://www.facebook.com/redlioncaravanc..._location=group

Comparing thier Logo on Facebook, it would appear that they are these guys:-
https://www.rlcaravans.co.uk/

So we'll have to send our Super Sleuth Mr Motters up the road to investigate

Randa

They are about 8 miles away from me and I did visit them before lockdown. I have noticed a few 2nd hand vans making it onto their website and e-mailed them about incorrectly listing one of them on e-bay.
They moved to the present site 6 or so years ago after outgrowing the old one next to the canal. They were I believe the original importer of the Going vans and after a lapse took them back on again.
The showroom/shop is basic, but the site has a fair amount of space and would allow them to grow.
If they do become a dealer then it could be good news, for me, but then again a move to Devon is probably on the cards in a couple of years time.

Colin

Yes they are Mike. More information to follow, probably tomorrow.

Randa

Because there was much interest regarding the above dealership, especially from Eribafolk facebook, I decided to "message" them yesterday evening to find out more about them.

They were very quick to reply and seeing as our techie chap Mr Motters lives only a stone's throw away from them, he kindly went in to see them today on behalf of all Eriba owners from the North West.

These are his findings:-

"I met with young Will and his boss early this afternoon. He loves Eribas and has been trying to get them for some time, just signing the contract a few days ago. He believes other dealerships have also recently been granted.
He admits the learning curve is going to be steep but he is excited about the prospect and is very committed.

A new building is going up to house the Eriba range along with the Go-Pod that he sells some 200+ a year. The market for these vans is similar to Eribas, mature folk who dislike white wobbly boxes, so they should link well together.

https://www.go-pods.co.uk/

Servicing work will hopefully start in September and judging by his current prices it sounds as if he will be very competitive. He was shocked at how much other dealers charge.

His range of new Eribas will be appearing in September, which he has to order soon. He is sad that the Puck is no longer available and cannot really understand why. If he has any say in vans, I advised 540 and 320. I know 535 is also gaining interest.

Extras can also be added to his advance orders and I suggested the electric heating element. I mentioned how some like hot water, alloys, spare, silver or white ouside but with stoneguard and most now go for a mover. The preferred mover for them is Powertouch as they have special brackets made so these fit the GoPod. Again prices look good on these.

I got the impression the dealership will be in it for the long haul and they want to be recognised as approachable and friendly. They will have a good look through the forum and learn as much as they can.

I left my details in case they have any questions.

They currently sell Kampa awnings and will continue to do so for Eriiba models."

https://www.rlcaravans.co.uk/

Thanks for doing that Colin.

Randa

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It would appear they are now listed on the Eriba website as a dealer. Interestingly our friends Jandi are not.
https://www.eriba.com/en/service-and-acc...ler-search.html

Colin

A brief update folks, with more to follow as I'm awaiting an e-mail from Red Lion. Briefly:-
- first delivery of 10 vans expected some time in Oct, including Trolls, Tritons and Feelings
- some vans are designated as demo/display whilst others are for sale
- 4? deliveries expected per year
- servicing could start October, but please be realistic and assume January as workshops are corrently closed and they will have a backlog.
I'm hoping all will be well for Feb/March and cancelled my service contract with Lowdhams of Nottingham, preferring an 18 mile round trip instead of 260 miles.

Further details of vans to follow and I will post as soon as I get them, so it would be an idea not to pester them.

Colin

Update, but as of yet unsure which are for display and which are for sale:-
2 x Troll 530 Rockabilly
2 x Troll 530 Ocean Drive
Triton 430
Familia 320
I also thought the following were initially mentioned but these have not been confirmed by e-mail:-
Triton 420
Feeling 425
Feeling 470

I beleive Nicci Taylor is the General Manager, Lee Mac might be the boss and Will is caravan sales.

Colin

So Lee Mack is "not going out" then?
Randa