Four Wheel Camper Price Increases

[Kali]

It looks like the official date for the price increase is December 15th. Base price increases as well as many options. From their website:



GRANDBY POP-UP (8.0′ LONG BED) - BASE MODEL PRICE: $17,995.00 ($18,695.00 AFTER DEC. 15TH)

HAWK POP-UP (6.5′ REGULAR BED) - BASE MODEL PRICE: $17,395.00 ($17,995.00 AFTER DEC. 15TH)

Mechanical Camper Jacks (4 corner) – $ 695.00

Upgrade to Aluminum Jack Brackets – $ 150.00

3-Way Refrigerator / Freezer 2.7 cu.ft (AC/DC/Propane) – $ 795.00

Compressor 65 Liter Refrigerator/Freezer (AC/DC) – $ 690.00

Compressor 85 Liter Refrigerator/Freezer (AC/DC) – $ 890.00

Compressor 130 Liter Refrigerator/Freezer (AC/DC) – $ 1090.00

Forced Air Furnace w/ Digital Thermostat – $ 595.00 ($695.00 after Dec. 1st)

Flush Mount Glass Top Appliances (sink & stove upgrade) – $ 600.00

DSI 6 Gallon Hot Water Heater w/ Outside Shower – $ 795.00 ($895.00 after Dec. 15st)

Side Dinette Seating w/ Swivel Table – $ 500.00 ($550.00 after Dec. 15th)

Front Dinette Seating w/ Swivel Table – $ 1200.00 ($1500.00 after Dec. 15th)

Front Dinette w/ Swivel Table & Cassette Toilet Only (NO Inside Shower) – $ 2000.00 ($2800.00 after Dec.
15th)

Front Dinette w/ Swivel Table and Hot Water, Inside & Outside Shower Only (NO Cassette Toilet) – $ 2600.00
($3000.00 after Dec. 15th)

Front Dinette Self-Contained (Inside Cassette Toilet, Inside & Outside Hot Water Showers) – $ 3200.00 ($4800.00 after Dec 15th)

Power Roof Vent Fan (Fan-Tastic Vent Fan) – $ 295.00

Extra Roof Vent – $ 195.00

8’ Side Awning w/ Side Awning Light – $ 895.00 ($1195.00 after Dec. 15th)

Bat 270 Degree Wraparound Awning – $ 1595.00 ($1750.00 after Dec. 15th)

Aluminum Roof Rack – $ 395.00

Yakima Roof Rack System (Complete w/ tracks, towers, cross bars, & locks) – $ 1095.00

Yakima “Tracks Only” Installed on Roof – $ 340.00 ($395.00 after Dec. 15th)

Rear Wall Steps (better access to the roof) – $ 295.00

160 Watt Solar Panel w/ Charge Controller (Roof Mounted) – $ 995.00 ($1050.00 after Dec. 15th)

Dual Solar Panel Package (160W on Roof & 80W Portable) – $ 1495.00 (this option will be changing after Dec. 15th)

Rear Flood Lights (LED) – $ 395.00 ($450.00 after Dec. 15th)

LED Exterior Lighting Package – $ 295.00

Thermal Pack (good for both hot & cold weather) – $ 575.00 ($850.00 after Dec. 15th)

2nd Deep Cycle Battery (dual battery setup) – $ 250.00 ($395.00 after Dec. 15th)

Silver Spur Complete Package – “Both Interior & Exterior” – $ 900.00 ($1125.00 after Dec. 15th)

Silver Spur Option – “Interior Only” – $ 500.00 ($725.00 after Dec. 15th)

Silver Spur Option – “Exterior Only” – $ 500.00

Smooth Fiberglass Exterior Siding (instead of aluminum) – $ 650.00 ($695.00 after Dec. 15th)

Plastic Rubbermaid Portable Entry Step – $ 40.00

Ready To Go Anywhere Starter Package – $ 195.00 Porta Potti – $ 99.00 ($130.00 after Dec. 15th)

Basic Camper Installation w/ Tie Downs & Wiring (Required) – $ 495.00

 

[dharte]

Wow, my 2015 Hawk would now cost almost $3k more! I want to get the thermal pack-looks like I need to get on that quickly.

 

[Bill D]

I'm glad I have my 2013 Hawk and held onto it through a job loss. I couldn't afford to buy a new one
That being said, for those who are still looking, the value is there, especially given the most of us get sooooo much use out of them.

 

[Sir Walter]

Curious as to the thermal pack increase. That must be some serious space age material!

 

[Pax2525]

Curious as to the thermal pack increase. That must be some serious space age material!

its due to cost to hand make each one, there is a lot of labor involved

 

[Hodakaguy]

Man I love FWC's but the price is getting insane for a small truck camper. At the same time stuff is getting cheaper like the overhead storage bins, instead of the nicer older units with doors :-(

Hodakaguy

 

[Sir Walter]

its due to cost to hand make each one, there is a lot of labor involved

. Makes sense. It’s so worth it!

 

[camper rich]

This is why our used campers hold their value so well.

 

[Wallowa]

Wow, my 2015 Hawk would now cost almost $3k more! I want to get the thermal pack-looks like I need to get on that quickly.

Our '16 Hawk with options will go from 25K to 27.95K...no looking back, the quality and utility is well worth the price.

Wonder what this means? "Dual Solar Panel Package (160W on Roof & 80W Portable) – $ 1495.00 (this option will be changing after Dec. 15th)"....more watts?

 

[kmcintyre]

It​ seems like they've been raising their prices every year or so and I guess at some point, sales will decline. They are trying to find that balance/cross over point of the supply / demand curve. I hope ATC doesn't follow suit but I suspect we'll see a change with their pricing soon too. Don't get me wrong, both FWC and ATC have been great to me I just dread the thought if I ever want to get a new one.

 

[Kali]

It​ seems like they've been raising their prices every year or so and I guess at some point, sales will decline. They are trying to find that balance/cross over point of the supply / demand curve. I hope ATC doesn't follow suit but I suspect we'll see a change with their pricing soon too. Don't get me wrong, both FWC and ATC have been great to me I just dread the thought if I ever want to get a new one.

Yeah, they are really getting pricey, especially with certain options. Reading through the list, the self contained with shower and toilet went up $1600 dollars! That is a huge increase. It does seem the new owners are looking to see how much they can raise prices and still maintain sales.

With new the prices they will be in Alaskan and Hallmark territory. I'm not saying FWC is not worth premium money, but the utility, functionality,and price always struck a balance. And now, that balance will not be there, IMO.

 

[klahanie]

This is why our used campers hold their value so well.

Haha, that's the best way to look at it - if you're already in !

Just as a casual observer I agree it seems like the mfr hasn't been missing annual increases. Though I know from my own unrelated experience that it's tougher to "catch up" after years of flat pricing.

There are a number of options increasing +40%. Increasing labour costs ? I only hope the workers are getting a good chunk of it.

 

[Bombsight]

With what a new FWC costs now, It is insane to leave something so expensive out on the elements when not in use. I see guys with 30-$40,000 bass boats do the same. Faded and mildew. So much resale lost in just a few years because of premature wear.

 

[Hodakaguy]

With what a new FWC costs now, It is insane to leave something so expensive out on the elements when not in use. I see guys with 30-$40,000 bass boats do the same. Faded and mildew. So much resale lost in just a few years because of premature wear.

Yep, I looked at a 3 year old loaded Grandby for sale a couple months back....had 15 years of wear on it already. Needed a TON of work, nuts people treat them that way.