Riverside Travel Trailerspage=2page=2page=2page=2page=2page=2page=2 reviews

This might be worth a read. Beware! I think I should share out experience buying our Leisure Travel Van. We first saw this Unit 4 years ago at and RV show and we loved it. Purchased this unit in Ontario Canada and moved to Newfoundland Canada. Once our motor home was delivered to the dealer I flew to Ontario to bring out Van home. When I arrived at the dealership I noticed that the side of the van had a paint run. The sun highlighted the defect. I was provided with a quick demonstration. When I asked questions about the mechanical components I was instructed to read the manufactures recommendations!? Also was told there is a fee if I need to revisit the orientation at some point. If you read some reviews several Leisurer Travel Van Owners have had 4 hour demostrations with a NO fee follow up to go over any questions the owners may have. In summary , paint defect, sub standard demo for a unit that cost About $ 300 000 plus, based on options. Offered a me a follow up for a fee! Interesting. I put my faith in the dealership. Their ( Reviews are mixed) I went over every thing they offered in their demo. The young lady that did the walkabout with me, took a picture of the paint issue and I have asked twice that she send a picuture to us. Presenlty I have not had anything sent to me. Once I told the dealership that I am returning to Newfoundland with my new motor home, they told me that since I am no longer living in the area, I will have to reach out to the closest dealer to me. For us, this dealer in Nova Scotia. Depending on season ,this could be either a 12 0r 7 hour ferry ride & then an 6-8 hour drive. The dealer we purchasded from expressed that this is Leisure Travel Vans policy. I had little chance to protest , they were firm on this policy..... I have reached out to the Dealership in Nova Scotia several times to inquirer about some wiring . They responded ONCE. This is important to know! Once I returned home I was reviewing all the features of the unit. The generator was malfunctioning. I forwared a picture to RVMP - manufacture. They surprisingly indicated a problem with propane generator so quickly & I have recieved the new part.... I have been looking for someone that can do the repair on my new generator. After 3 weeks of phone calls and e mails. NO luck. RVMP only offered a few places to look. Companies they could simply get out of a Google search. They did not find us a repair shop. RVMP has a phone # you can call. Leave a voice message. They might get back to, they might not. Most my emails have had a friendly response, but little action. I managed to find a retired RV tech that would take on this job. This contact was from someone in the area. Further I found one of the remote switched in the bedroom was not working . 2 faults indicated for propane and fresh water. I am not even using the RV, So I contacted Leisure Travel Van directly ( Service & Warranty). They forwarded me a new switch and contacted RVMP - generator manufacture to get things moving. I did contact Sicards RV In Smithville Ont. Regarding all the issues. The only person that has contacted me was the salesman. He was upset about the honest review I posted with the Leisure Travel Vans site and how will this look to his supervisors? He did not ask about our repairs. You have to wonder?? BEFORE YOU BUY: Ask about the repairs while traveling. Is there a repair shop in your city or one near buy. Not just the generator , but all the equipment LTV does not cover! Ask about what will be demonstrated the day you pick up your unit. Go over all your paper work carefully. Slow it down. We like the LTV Brand, however, support from your dealership might not be there. We believe, our dealer couldn't care in least! Our buying exeperince went from anticaption and excitement to a $300 000 Regret... WE hope this may help in some way. Show less

The gally does not have much storage. The area under the sink should have had storage built in like other rvs. The microwave/convention oven should have a right side hinged door for better access. The front storage doors under the beds should have been hinged on the right side so a person does not have to reach over the doors to access the area. The area can be accessed from the top but it is difficult to lift your fthe doors with the mattresses on them. The GPS can be used with the Ford app at $495 a year or through your phone. In one week I used 30 gigs of data using the gps.. the unit drives nicely and my first 1200 mile miles i got 16 mpg. The 400w solar keeps the 540a lithuim batteries charged. The generator is a plus. In the large rear storage area there is only a 12v cigarette lighter outlet not a 120v receptacle as shown on youtube. The refrigerator and freezer work well with storage area in the freezer. The heat did not work if turned on after tempatures dipped below 50 degrees. I called 24/7 road side assistance number 5 hours ago and still waiting for a tech to call back. I called again and asked for mobil repair locations, I am in Maryland and they were giving me Florida service numbers. I was told to ask if they do warranty work on leisure RV 's before having them come out. I finally recieved 2 numbers within 70 miles neither will work on leisure vans. I called the dealership I purchased from 686 miles away and they are having me drive back so they can fix it. Thank you Southland RV. Show less

We have a 2023 Riverside Retro 13.5. We bought the camper new. We sized down to a small camper so we could tow with our Jeep Wrangler. The camper has not had any problems and we have had dozens of trips in it. It was one of the few campers at this size that checked all the boxes. We love the full size fridge and dry bath. We have the Elite and like the ADZELL siding too. My biggest complaint is the awning. It works fine but the arms are very low. Coming from the rear door, it is very easy to bang your head on the low arms and we have a lot. The only other complaint is the upholstery on the sofa is very delicate. I keep a futon cover on it because we take our pups and this has kept it damage free. We feel for the price point, amenities and tow ability the camper has been a good value. Show less

I’ve purchased the rig used at 15 years old. At this point I’ve owned her for 3 years drive. 12k and camped for about 100 nights during that time. The house structure: body, roof, windows, etc have been solid. The paint as some very minor checking. The house is solid and is very quiet going down the road. The engine, trans and spartan mid engine chassis work extremely well. This is a very quick coach and even flat tows my 4Runner well. Steering and road feel is great and is as planted as newer coaches. Having the engine and transmission in the middle of the coach is a well balanced ride and more neutral steering than other 40+ foot coaches. Great true 4 season coach. All electric and diesel only. RV king bed with additional sink in bedroom while still having a sink in toilet room. The garage moving floor makes loading bikes or 4 wheeler a breeze. This coach is great and everywhere I go it’s a unicorn. Negatives: This is a mid engine Coach so basement storage is not the same as other pushers. To support high of the garage some head room is taken away from the bedroom. Ceiling is about 6’7” in bedroom. Mid engine location makes that some engine servicing must happen from inside the Coach, more than with a pusher however all servicing components are accessible. Engine sound in the kitchen area is as loud as it would be in the bedroom of a pusher. Summary: This is a premium well build coach. This is perfect for owners needing the garage function while still having towing power and 4 season flexibility. Show less

This RV is top in its class, providing comfort while also offering ample space. This floorplan keeps the living forward and sleeping in the rear, private curtain separates the bedroom from the living space. Equipped with 4 solar panels and generator, its a great get-a-way vehicle. Show less

Having owned three Airstreams and a Tiffin Allegro Bus, I can make some comparisons. In all areas of quality, the LTV is exceptional. These are literally hand built with quality control an ongoing process integrated into the production line. I observed this in a factory tour. Additionally, should a repair part be required, as I needed to replace the propane regulator, I called the factory and had the part in hand in three days. While RV’s in general today seem to have many problems, the Leisure Travel Van has very few. I would highly recommend this brand over any other Class C. Show less

Worst purchase I ever made. The thing has 12 outlets, two work. The day I pulled it off the lot the light/ water heater panel immediately began losing its screws. Access to the roof is near impossible and despite the fancy radiant guard crap, the thing can’t maintain a decent temp. I spent 28k on a trailer that I could have gotten a better used model for 6k. Riverside can go get wrecked. I’m never buying another of their products again. Show less

The 2016 176s is the best design of a smaller RV ever. We bought every item available in the top of the line package except the TV. The front of the camper kitchen and the dining room"booth" slide out made this a spacious and comfortable camper for us. We have the Amish temperpedic mattress -- so spoiled! The only complaint were the tires. We used the factory tires for one year and bought Goodyear tires. Rosie the Retro traveled beautifully. I have heard that from covid 2020 on, the manufacturing was not as solid. But we have had no problems at all! Show less

We love it, 100% self contained, easy to load and unload and remote Jacks for leveling. No problems of any kind with it for us. heated shower, roof mount AC and power antenna for 32in TV/DVD , has Microwave, two burner stove, 3way fridge/freezer, I'm 6ft4in and the bed fits me fine, has am/fm stereo with indoor and outdoor speakers. Nice camper for the money on MP. Show less

This camper is put together nice and totally self-contained with a shower heating and cooling and all you need to have a good camping experience. DAV vet US Marines. We took it on two seven day trips and put in a memory foam mattress and slept good I'm 6'4 and didn't touch my head or my feet on the big bed it will sleep three adults. Show less