M&A Deal Summary

Camping World Acquires American RV

On July 24, 2017, Camping World acquired automotive company American RV

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Camping World’s 4th transaction in the Automotive sector.
  • This is Camping World’s 13th transaction in the United States.
  • This is Camping World’s 1st transaction in Michigan.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2017-07-24
Target American RV
Sector Automotive
Buyer(s) Camping World
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition

Target

American RV

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
American RV is a provider of RV Dealership, featuring quality new & used RVs. American RV is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

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Buyer

Camping World

Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States
Category Company
Founded 1966
Sector Business Services
Employees12,261
Revenue 6.2B USD (2023)
DESCRIPTION

Camping World is a multi-store dealership and retailer of RVs and outdoor accessories. It also provides financing, insurance, extended warranties, roadside assistance, and clubs to RV owners. Camping World Holdings was founded in 1966 and is based in Lincolnshire, Illinois.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 13 of 58
Sector (Automotive) 4 of 27
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 10 of 55
State (Michigan) 1 of 3
Country (United States) 13 of 58
Year (2017) 9 of 13
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2017-05-01 Gander Mountain

Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States

Gander Mountain Co., Inc. is a retail network of outdoor specialty stores for shooting sports, hunting, fishing, camping, marine, apparel, footwear and outdoor lifestyle. Gander Mountain was formed in 1960 and is based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2017-07-25 Jack Sisemore Traveland

Amarillo, Texas, United States

Jack Sisemore Traveland is a provider of dealerships and accessories stores that specializes in recreational vehicle-related services. Jack Sisemore Traveland was established in 1974 and is headquartered in Amarillo, Texas.

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