Retro 135 Travel Trailer Walkthrough Tour

[@KellieAnn71]

PJ should be the ONLY person who does walk-thrus. Love her presentation and voice.

[@Thetailofthetrident]

She reminds me of both Carice van Houten and Kirsten Dunst. And her voice is perfect for this presentation.

[@cindybernd263]

a sofa, a bed and a dry bath in 15 ft. Creative use of space.

[@stevensoutdoors]

I really appreciate your steady camera work. So many walk through videos are jerky handheld back and forth. This is a high quality production. Kudos to the unseen camera operator.

[@gregflores8959]

Yes, congrats on a job very well done!

[@timschutte6924]

Love the bigger fridge and type of operation is the key to its success

[@daveroe8612]

What a great little trailer! I love the fact it has a dry bath.

[@kitdinker]

I love the 12v compressor fridge. I wish more manufacturers would put these in or at least offer the option. With solar as cheap and efficient as it is nowadays, there is almost no reason to have a propane fridge going down the road or stopped at a gas station.

[@ThatWeatherGuyDave]

This is another amazing little travel trailer!!! I love it

[@bosse641]

Love the wooden vintage interior. So cozy.

[@paulcrowley2080]

PJ you always do such a great job!

[@ritaweygint4038]

Super cute little “Glamper!” Great for a long weekend...💕

[@MrMaxine1959]

I really like this. Everything one would need in a small space.

[@robinsnest3855]

That's a nice layout, however I've heard from owners of that brand the quality is poor.

[@paula.jackson5463]

Very nice unit but when these items are mostly made for 2 people the couch should have been lounge chairs and a table like the Lance 1475, this would have been a winner!!!!

[@cordelianoelle3644]

Yes, dinette with drawers underneath for your clothes.

[@sherryvan4627]

Dinette is an option.

[@steviedestefanie7601]

Very Cool! One thing you forgot, since No kitchen counter space ,should of put a simple pull out Cutting board I see you have a space for it as well. Keep the retro CREATIVITY !!!and futuristic creativity in general. Love the European look that you have developed!!! Great lady who is your sales person, she got it down !

[@danad6253]

How is the quality of the build? Good? Bad? Same as other manufacturers? Really looking at this unit. This would be my first camper trailer.

[@timschutte6924]

I love this model trailer. Everything you need and nothing you dont. I would make some modifications but it's a good start and a good layout. I like the bathroom too. Having a separate toilet & shower.

[@jayjones3458]

Umm, no table?

[@paulob5153]

You can buy it with a dinette instead of a couch

[@richardnichols3949]

Side note for the Manufacturer - Since this is a rear entry with no awning.....Why not a short slide out floor with jacks at the rear of the coach with a power awning and zip up screen room (like a tent). Would really add to the space. OR, just an add on tent room as an available option.

[@retrodog63]

I really like this trailer. But too many complaints about non-existent warranty and quality issues. I read the owner's manual and they specifically state that there is no implied warranty, as well as you have to check the warranty of each manufacturer of the components (furnace, ac, etc.) to get things repaired on each. Might as well have built the thing yourself. Your satisfaction will be mostly dependent on the dealership you get it from and how well they take care of you. Well that's my take on it anyway.

[@loririnaldi3408]

Love the pine walls and the huge fridge!! Also love the retro look. Concerns...no table, oven , sink kinda small and no counter space for prepping. Are any of thise options for add ons?? Like a drop leaf counter? And table? I personally would much rather have a oven than a microwave. Thanks!!!

[@mr.wilson4960]

Firstly the lady always has great presentation and good knowledge of units she summarizes. Humors me on videos of RV’s they avoid putting pillows on the master bed because they don’t want you to know that a mate/spouse/significant other or what ever is trapped against a wall and has to climb over somebody to get to the bathroom or coffee in the morning. I’ve seen on other videos they put the pillows on the front or rear wall end to make it appear that the bed is spacious and you slide out feet first without disturbing partner and it’s actually a side to side wall sleeping arrangement. Oh, don’t forget the distorted view with wide angle camera lens. If I see it correctly for this unit to me it appears the manufacturer intends for cubby hole / shelf storage spaces be at your feet, but in my opinion should be at head to place phones, eye glasses, cpap machine, books for easy access.

[@kellyname5733]

Agreed. I don't want to bend below my knees...EVER. I might consider drawers below my knee, but I never want to lay on the floor and dig with 1 arm into a dark hole, lol.

[@ccrm10]

What a very cool retro RV, thank you!

[@Nancylee627]

What has been provided for dining in the unit? No table or tray mentioned .. Thank You ..

[@BrianSmith-ph6je]

I really like this one, and the Retro 165.

[@Arkada_Trip]

Location of TV is not great. The storage at the bed is not good idea. Much better to have full length queen size mattress.

[@kelliekell1]

Ours has a residential queen mattress. It's a 2021...

[@messenger4969]

You do the BEST tours!!

[@chlebowg]

Compact but no table and needs some type of over hang over door, ie awning should be in rear.

[@lindasue8719]

No table? I didn't even catch that LOL You're right, there needs to be some protection over the door.

[@orangeziggy348]

There is an option for a dinette instead of the sofa.

[@cordeliamorgan8931]

It's really cute but ...there's no table! I guess you could set up TV tables but where would you store them when not in use? The lack of storage is the one thing that keeps this very attractive caravan from being perfect.

[@tims8730]

Cordelia Morgan We have a Retro 135 a $50 camp table works well inside. see response to Lisa below. Stores on shelf above bed, using 2.75” x 12”. I had told Lisa it was 4” but I measured it.

[@CandycaneBeyond]

I'm truly disappointed in this. If I want to invite friends over I don't want them sitting on my bed to eat. 😕

[@lazaraabernathy5809]

Tim S we are considering purchasing one of these, but can’t find any videos from actual owners, just dealers. Do you know any KZbinrs or sites where we can hear from owners?

[@tlafleur8433]

RUGS, RUGS, RUGS...

[@PremiumPappy]

I always enjoy your presentations. You have a nice calming voice and a good personality too. Wow, that's a Nice big fridge! Is it possible to opt out of the microwave in favor of another storage cabinet? I like the retro look. I would add a cargo net to the over the bed shelf. Does the awning have a wind sensor? It's nice to see a dry bath on a compact travel trailer. Thanks for making this video and have a happy new year!

[@CGC1954]

I love these and they are on my list of possibilities when I purchase my new camper. However, I do not like the sofa at all. I prefer the little dinette instead.

[@Stanf954]

Big fridge, full bath and steel sink in the kitchen area. I'm sold.

[@daveexplore3856]

Love this PJ !

[@cjboomer8615]

All it needs is a small rv washer dryer and home sweet home

[@MikeL-vu7jo]

what a nice easy trailer perfect for me

[@LILRHONDALEE]

dID i MISS SOMETHING...OR IS THERE REALLY NO INTERIOR TABLE?

[@lindasue8719]

I love the black, red and white! Great floor!

[@veronicag.6205]

Really cute, but the fridge is really too big for the size. I'd shrink the fridge by a third just to get a bit more storage. Storage is where this trailer is lacking. I don't mind the lack of oven because an omnia oven does the job just fine.

[@scottb6020]

hi PJ, thanks for the in depth review/walk-thru of the Retro 135. Nice little trailer for 2-3 people and makes for a lite tow. I did not see any reference to the almost queen sized bed converting to a dinette. Does it ??

[@carriejohnson7603]

That is so beautiful 🥰❤️

[@pchts1]

How about a ballpark idea of the price that would be helpful!

[@williamscarboro4577]

14995

[@tlafleur8433]

One place has it for under $15K

[@njriver39]

@@tlafleur8433 where can get this trailer under 15k?

[@davesrvchannel4717]

I love everything, with one exception. The fridge hinges are on wrong side. Other than that it’s perfect

[@timschutte6924]

Most refrigerators you can just switch the hinges very easily to change the hinge side.

[@tims8730]

Dave's RV Channel I own one and the fridge is hinged the right way.

[@razorbackfan1966]

I love the floor plan!!

[@cordelianoelle3644]

Two things. Put the awning over the door and instead of couch, dinette with drawers under the seats.

[@markmccarthy3671]

I didn’t realize you bought it come on down this year I’ll go to the beach

[@davidbrown9157]

Great tour thank you!

[@timschutte6924]

Nice, everything you need, nothing you dont

[@jayjones3458]

except a table:(

[@Wyatt1957]

Happy New Year from Nashville, Tennessee. Wyatt

[@kellyname5733]

No counter/food prep space whatsoever. Deal killer.

[@tuladog77]

Very informative. I need this

[@steventoops9440]

I like the layout back entrance an all not much of a fan for the retro style, white wall tires are always cool though. PJ you're just a classy lady ;)

[@casperf3486]

I would prefer a smaller fridge, a larger countertop, a dinette area, one storage place to hang clothes and a fold out bed.

[@bosse641]

Very nice. Cozy.

[@stephenpowstinger733]

TV connection for satellite is on side. Its better to carry a dish on the roof...the TV mount should point down too....A little front window would be nice, I always want to know what's going on 360° around the trailer. . ...

[@TxVet1027]

Looks like the under bed storage isn't lockable at the outside access doors. Is it ???

[@paroladamoreministries4995]

What an awesome little diamond of a trailer this beautiful baby is - the exterior and interior colours are beautifully REDilicious. Do you have any dealers in Italy or United KIngdom???

[@wvFrequenzkontrolle]

+Princess Craft Are CHANGE REQUEST permitted on this unit... to custom it? For me... I would prefer.. 1.) Single Bed instead of Queen... 2.) TV Located in the Bed Area, near the bed window. 3) No Microwave, but instead have a LP Gas Oven 4) The Retro Couch, split design 1/2 backed up by the Single Bed, the other 1/2 facing it and a small Table in between them, like the traditional way they use to be done. 5) Lastly, the 3 Holding tanks, could those be eliminated and instead, fixed DIRECT Hook up piping to established City Water, and Sewage? As the majority of places today have such on site now. Aside that, all else looks well :)

[@Therevdon]

Replace then sofa with a dinette. That would be a much better use of space.

[@TheOtherBill]

My opinion only ... it's doesn't come close to the Ascape ST, and both are under $20K. Also, the Riverside website is terrible, no option list or spec sheets available that I could find.

[@MrRar66]

Come for the Awright But stay for the groovy music...4:19

[@4GivenMuch]

Is there an off-road package for off-road tires and a lift?

[@jcutrer]

Yes but not in retro . The call it the explorer same layout

[@bessermt]

The bed looks short. If so, wouldn't it need special sheets?

[@FayeCalder]

Love it PJ! MommaFaye

[@dlinniyautubus]

Very nice!!!

[@theeaselrider4032]

They did a great job putting a lot of stuff into a small space, but there's all kinds of little things that they seem to have gotten completely wrong. The fridge opens the wrong way, there doesn't appear to be a table of any kind ( really a two-person dinette would make way more sense than a small couch. The TV mount should be at the end of the cupboards above the sink where you can actually see it from the bed. She mentioned plugging in appliances in the kitchen. Where exactly would you do that? The only plug I saw was the one overtop of the couch. I'm not having a coffee maker dangling over your head is the best place to put it. Great idea, a bit short on the execution though.

[@Zuxiasunicorn]

Same for me with the fridge. I wondered how to get in there to get anything. Reach over the top?

[@williamsteele]

Almost all fridge doors are easily reversible, including this one.

[@wallindr1]

where is the spare tire

[@cohuynh1555]

can you plus the 30 amp power cord to the small 2000 watts generator to run the air conditioning unit ,?

[@PrincessCraft]

You would need a 3000 or 3500 watt generator to get the air conditioner's compressor to start. That is unless you installed a "soft start" mechanism in the air conditioner. Then a 2000 watt generator would likely work. The only issue is that installing a soft start mechanism may void the air conditioner's manufacturer warranty.

[@debbiewinoker6800]

I need a price on this retro 135, please

[@asestacker1712]

She's super cute.

[@maryspeth3469]

Like that the stove isn't next to bed .

[@Harlemworldboy]

Black water flush or outside propane quick hook ups?

[@rafaelcortes344]

i was told there is a black water flush

[@marimercy14]

Do the cabinets come in white?

[@grambothelegend7388]

We bought one of these and the company's history and brochures talk up the Amish history behind the manufacturing---don't believe it! The Amish wouldn't build something put together so poorly. I wish I could post pictures.

[@grimreaper2843]

Be nice to know the price

[@robopam]

How about a video of that unusual white trailer in the background when you are reviewing the exterior? It white with large tinted window in the front and slopes in at the tongue.

[@PrincessCraft]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJPGdHpsmbGSq7c

[@robopam]

@@PrincessCraft thank you!

[@jamesmac2513]

Do they make a right drive model for Australia?

[@oliviamartini9700]

Weak joke

[@jamesmac2513]

@@oliviamartini9700 relax you will live longer

[@daddygamer5552]

Why didn’t you show the bath??? And where’s the table?

[@daddygamer5552]

Nvm lol

[@tlafleur8433]

I didn't see a dinette. What ! No table to eat at ? That bed sould be a dinette that converts to a bed. Bad planning. Love the shower and toilet area, windows not the awesome ones like nuCamp has with down up shades and screens. Disappointing as the shower is so nice and the price. One place has it for under $15K.

[@lindywallace9540]

Are these available without the cooktop, vent, and TV?

[@PrincessCraft]

The cooktop and vent are standard features. The TV is an option.

[@kaigaming9618]

Do these have brakes? And whats the pin config 4 or 7 )

[@PrincessCraft]

These do have electric brakes, and the trailer has a 7-pin connection.

[@LuvMyCardiKids]

It needs a dinette instead of a sofa so you have a table and the cooktop needs to be one with a cover that's flush with the countertop, or the sink needs an insert so you have some counter space to do food prep. Where are you going to assemble anything to eat with no counter space and no table? Cute trailer but not functional.

[@rebeccaherman4432]

Do the windows have screens and privacy shades?

[@tomstahl9908]

Yes to both

[@dianeadkins1281]

The kitchen should be on the sofa side to have more counter space and a dinette on the kitchen side and a hide-a-way bed/sofa and checked board floor makes me nauseous

[@PrincessCraft]

Good points.

[@tlafleur8433]

Where the sofa is should be small dinette. They need redesign

[@cjboomer8615]

Also make the sofa a two seat with table that turns into a bed

[@michaelhawkins4631]

Yes, there needs to be a table

[@busterdog6669]

What vehicles can pull this

[@aasmith78]

“The converter is what’s gonna convert your electricity”.......

[@EltonL]

id sleep in that bottom storage area.

[@marklane8248]

Last time I watched this lady show a trailer she totally forgot to show the refrigerator. Now I am wondering where the dinette is? No place to eat...

[@Melodysanrio-k1]

This one how much the price?

[@PrincessCraft]

Depending on options, these usually sell for $14,000 - $15,000.

[@Melodysanrio-k1]

@@PrincessCraft good price thanks

[@tannenbaum3444]

How much does it cost as shown?

[@PrincessCraft]

Around $16K at most dealerships.

[@barbveenstra8625]

No table ?

[@tims8730]

barb veenstra I have one. We use a folding one that uses 4”x12” on shelf above bed. It unfolds to a decent size and can still walk by it. The legs also shorten to use between us on the couch or on bed for prep space next to sink. Looking at the.next size up Retros or similar size units, they have Dinettes but also have wet baths. The couch is short and a dinette needs more space that pretty much has to come from bathroom.

[@l.g.1142]

I can just see whacking my head on the television coming out of the bathroom at night . . . . 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@laurencek.1580]

The wood paneling and large fridge are a plus. The design layout with no table, fewer windows, and location of TV needs work.

[@francinelostocco4884]

Don’t like the wood panel in the bath.

[@fflubadubb]

I don't like the wood paneling or black and white floor.

[@tomstahl9908]

We got one with grayish paneling and a gray floor and sofa. Much better,

[@ابوعبداللهوسعود]

🌹 🌹 🌹

[@michaellowrey8159]

Nice, just can't do a checkerboard floor. Love all the wood.

[@zentierra7803]

Zero counter space....and no table? Also, a _lot_ of wasted space. Not a workable design a all.

[@violinmanjoe25]

I don’t want to call anyone - I just want the price. Nobody had the time to call and get a sales pitch. The whole reason people turn to the internet is for convenience and efficiency. How can you expect to sell something without letting the consumer know the price? This is a bad way to do business and is frankly ridiculous.

[@PrincessCraft]

MSRP is readily available on our website and other dealerships around the country. We are legally bound by MAP pricing agreements with the manufacturers to not advertise our sale price if it’s more than a certain percentage below the MSRP. (MAP pricing agreements) This is the most common contract format between manufacturers and dealerships, so you’ll often need to contact a dealership for their actual sale price. Also, prices vary so greatly across the country, and we’re very aware that viewers will be contacting dealerships that are more local to them. In order to continue working with manufacturers and to not spread confusion through numbers that don’t apply across the board, the legal and most clear path is direct contact. You may find that whole sellers are able to operate under different legal constraints than typical dealerships. With all that said, we absolutely understand the frustration and apologize for the less than desirable experience. You will likely find other dealerships on KZbin either asking you to contact them or simply sharing an MSRP. Most dealerships are able to sell below MAP pricing agreements, so it’s worth the footwork when you’re in the market and find something interesting. Best of luck in your search and hopefully you’ll find an amazing deal and a wonderful dealership to work with.

[@easyriderrocks]

Riverside Retro is anice looking rig, but beware.........the construction is terrible, very poorly built in all areas. buyer beware

[@ncadburns1020]

These Riverside RVs are another example of an overpriced and cheaply made RV. Also note there are many other RVs made better and a much better price point with more amenities. Keep in mine if your buying an RV and you do not have AT LEAST a 30gal Black & a 30gal Grey Tank...then keep looking. This trailer is exactly what it is....RETRO. LOW QUALITY AT A HIGH PRICE. MOVE ON.... BTW - This trailer makes me want to hit the Diner and get a greasy hamburger! PS. Never walk on your RV roof. No matter what anybody tells you.