COVID-19 and the global supply chain issues caught many automakers unprepared and left them having difficulties going forward. The entire automotive industry is experiencing unprecedented hassles producing and delivering vehicles, and it seems that the same can be said about the recreational vehicle (RV) sector, too. We are now sad to report that one of the most recognizable names in the RV industry is no longer active.
Reports that longtime RV builder Lazy Daze closed its operations a few months ago. There’s no official announcement from the company, though its official website is no longer working. The publication even reached out to Lazy Daze for more information but its phones “went from unanswered to unworking.”
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Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to provide more detailed information but at least, Todd Miller confirmed the company is currently not operational. “Sorry, but the owners’ situation is not conducive to giving any interviews or information on the closing.” The reasons for the closing, however, remain a mystery for now.
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Different theories were discussed on Facebook groups for Lazy Daze, obviously, none of them were based on actual facts. To us, the most credible suggestion seems to be the pandemic and following supply line issues making it impossible for the company to continue its existence. Some said on social media the RV manufacturer couldn’t get its hands on enough chassis assemblies to continue with the production, which also sounds plausible.
Whatever the case is, we know the RV sector is currently exploding and a lack of customer demand is likely not the reason for Lazy Daze’s stop of operation. For example, in April this year, Winnebago, one of the industry’s largest manufacturers, announced it has a $4.37 billion backlog. This backlog includes all accepted orders from dealers which generally have been requested to be shipped within the next six months.
As a final note, Lazy Daze was known on the market for its very high quality of campers and RVs. The company started its life as a side project of two high school shop teachers, Paul Newton and Harold Hamm, who experimented with a camper van on their own back in the mid-1950s.What better way to enjoy the lazy days of summer than by traveling in a Lazy Daze motorhome? Not to be confused with the RV dealership (Lazydays RV), Lazy Daze RV is a company that uniquely sells motorhomes factory-direct. In fact, they might just be the highest quality RV company you’ve never heard of.Let’s learn more about them!
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Lazy Daze RV is a bit of a mystery. While the company’s beginnings go all of the way back to the early 50s, you have to dig to learn about them. Even with a limited amount of information, the amazing thing is there’s a 2-year waiting list to purchase one of their RVs. The elusive mystery approach is working for the company!
Lazy Daze manufactures Class C motorhomes. They sell directly to consumers, cutting out the middleman. By selling directly, the company can have a no-haggle price as well as provide more personalized service. Their RVs are all manufactured at their factory in Montclair, California.
The company got its roots when, in the 1950s, Paul Newton and Harold Hamm, two high school shop teachers, built a truck camper for themselves. Word spread, and they were soon receiving requests from others. Requests for their craft grew until they quit their school jobs.
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Sadly, Harold passed away unexpectedly. But, luckily, Paul was able to ask his brother, Ed Newton, to step in. The brothers worked together to keep the company going. Ed Newton continues to serve as a co-owner with his son Steve.
Lazy Daze is still in operation at their Montclair, California factory and store. Customers can visit the store to discuss a purchase or pick up some supplies from the parts store. Not only can people visit the store, but they can even take a tour of the factory itself.
If you’re lucky enough to spot one of these unique RVs in your travels, you might not realize how long it’s been around. One common theme owners talk about is how well the unit holds up. These RVs are built to last in a way that makes Lazy Daze proud to put their stamp of approval on it.
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Because Lazy Daze operates via factory-direct sales, customers can deal directly with the manufacturer. For example, the company has a process that eliminates the negotiation frustration. Buying factory-direct also gives buyers the confidence in knowing they can take any problems directly to the manufacturer versus going back and forth with a dealer.
Expect to find a starting price between $109, 250 and $126, 000 for new RVs. Price varies based on the layout and selected options. The company states that its objective is to build the best possible RV, not the most significant number. When you invest in a Lazy Daze motorhome, the quality matches the cost.
Lazy Daze has 3 RV lengths, each with two unique floor plan options. Those wanting to stick to a 24’ unit can choose between a twin king bed model (two twins convert to a king if desired) or a front dinette model. 27’ units give buyers the option to choose a mid-bath or rear bath floor plan.
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The best place to get information is probably the Lazy Daze website. It isn’t flashy or modern, and you won’t find eye-catching pictures and videos. But you’ll find a breakdown of their units, an explanation of their quality, and what you can expect from the buying process.
Another great resource is the Lazy Daze Caravan Club. This group of owners love their motorhomes and want to share about them! They have several rallies each year.
Those buying a Lazy Daze RV can be confident that they’re getting a quality product. This company has gained quite a following, and now you know why. Have you ever considered purchasing a Lazy Daze RV?
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For my money, the best source of information is the Lazy Daze Owners' Forum: https://www.lazydazeowners.com/ It's an extremely helpful and knowledgeable group. I've owned two Lazy Dazes, full-timing in each one for many years, and the group has helped me out more times than I can count.
To Not So Free: you can buy a Lazy Daze and have it delivered by a professional driver to a location outside of California (usually Nevada) to avoid the CA sales tax. Hundreds of LD owners have done this over the years.
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I'm a proud 2003 Mid-Bath 2nd owner (purchased in 2019). Love my LD! I get compliments on it's retro look all of the time as well requests to sell. No way I'll be selling. It will be a family heirloom (4 yr-old great-great niece has her eye on it). :-)
Patti and bought our first 19' Lazy Daze in 1973. We lived in LA and could get to the factory to see the LD we wanted. We traveled he country with our two young children and eventually sold it 11 years later for about what we paid for it. Quality is everything when it comes to LD and we can confirm that. In 2010, after retiring, we bought our 2nd LD, a 24' rear dinette which is like our 19' unit. The quality and creature comfort features in the 2010 made it an easy choice to decide on. A 4 month trip to Alaska, 6000 miles, from Denver area was a great trip. 2010 was an upgrade year which is not why be bought it. Because we are in Colorado we called LD and gave them our order. They wanted to know when were coming to Montclair. We said we weren't and didn't need to. This would be our 2nd LD. The decision was quickly justified and the 2010 decision was clearly the right one. You do pay for quality and resale value. It was the quality that was the determining factor for us. The quality today is comparable to our 1973 LD. Based on our experience we highly recommend those looking at a Class C RV should definitely look into Lazy Daze.
I bought a 2001 mid-bath Lazy Daze in 2006 and have been living in it ever since. I've been very happy with it. If anything happened to my Daisy, I'd want another one.
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BTW, that California law had something to do with registration. If you wanted to register it in another state, you had to pick it up just outside CA, then drive the LD employee back to the factory. If you registered it in CA, you could pick it up at the factory. I don't know whether it's still that way or not. I never really understood the reasoning behind the law.Many manufacturers build RVs on an assembly line without attention to detail or overall quality. However, one company has been handcrafting Class C RVs since 1956, constructing them one at a time and selling them directly from their factory.
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