Sad day for campers in NC.

Dutch_12078 wrote:
From the tone of the article, it doesn't appear that either deal was exactly a "hostile take over".

I agree...no one forced him to do it. Apparently the price was right....If you are a TJ lover, then don't be mad at CW, be mad at TJ...He's the one that sold out and sold out on you.

I'm happy about it..never cared for Tom Johnson's. The sales people we talked to did not show any enthusiasm and their knowledge appeared lacking to me. Also, they never wanted to deal. Talked to a sales girl at the Marion location on a truck camper. Asked her a question. Took a couple days to get an answer that was in correct (according to her and her sales manager) as I researched it on my own in the mean time. They wouldn't budge on the price either. Sort of shut me out after that.

At CW of Statesville, we've had nothing but very positive expereinces.

Hopefully they will be able to maintain the line of RV's as there is some difference between them and the CW in Statesville.

What a GREAT way for Tom Johnson to retire. I'm envious.
Sure, Marcus is destined to become a real powerhouse in the RV industry. More power to him.

Ah, so it is true. I heard 'rumblings' about this a few weeks ago when talking to a friend of mine that works for another large RV dealership not far from Charlotte. He said CW was buying up Tom Johnson, apparently he was right.

I agree, Terry, its a shame. We've always liked dealing with Tom Johonson, their service department at the Concord location is one of the best I've ever worked with. Really, really hope Camping World doesn't foul it up and make Tom Johnson become like so many other CW locations that nobody wants to deal with.

Only 'plus' side I can see: We do like to look, shop at CW locations, and now we'll have one much closer.

Looks to me like TJ built his empire up to be the best and now cashing out, can't blame him for that. Never been to his stores just looking online but hope CW doesn't screw it up. He won't want to upset those NASCAR boys.

Dutch_12078 wrote:
From the tone of the article, it doesn't appear that either deal was exactly a "hostile take over".

Hostile or not. We are screwed. I have done, or tried to do business at both TJs, and CW. There is absolutely NO comparison. TJs Marion was far and away the best place to do anything

From the tone of the article, it doesn't appear that either deal was exactly a "hostile take over".

Clickable link I agree Terry.