The Real Problem: Your Team Doesn’t Have the Time, Tools, or Training to Win on Meta.
Most RV, marine, and powersport dealerships already have someone “in charge of marketing.” Maybe it’s a sales manager, an owner’s son or daughter, or a busy Internet manager who’s also juggling the website, inventory photos, events, and email. They’re smart, they care about the dealership, and they’re trying their best—but nobody has actually trained them how to build high-performing Meta ads for dealerships in today’s Andromeda world (Meta’s recent big algorithm update).
That’s the painful truth:
They don’t have the time to stay current on Meta’s constant changes, much less test and optimize like a full-time specialist.
They don’t have the tools or proven frameworks to consistently create benefit-rich, lifestyle-focused ads that convert clicks into leads and leads into sales.
They don’t have the experience of writing thousands of ads and seeing what actually works across dozens of RV, marine, and powersport dealerships.
So what happens?
Avoid ads like this that waste marketing dollars.
You end up with the same pattern I see over and over: 🚫 Generic “here’s a unit and a price” ads that look just like every competitor. 🚫 Boosted posts instead of properly structured campaigns. 🚫 Weak targeting that wastes budget on the wrong shoppers. 🚫 Inconsistent leads that make it feel like “Facebook just doesn’t work for us.”
It’s not that Meta ads “don’t work for dealerships.” It’s that your internal person has never been given the playbook to do it at a professional level. They’re often guessing. They’re copying whatever they see in their newsfeed. They’re hoping something hits.
My Meta Ad Training for dealerships is designed to fix that gap.
In just one focused 2-hour session, I give your team the exact tools, processes, and psychology I use when I write Facebook ads for RV, marine, and powersport clients. We walk through how to:
Think like a pro media buyer, not a “post booster.”
Use Andromeda the right way so your creative does the heavy lifting.
Turn your inventory into benefit-driven, lifestyle-focused ads that attract the right buyers.
Build traffic and lead campaigns that consistently generate live conversations and sales opportunities.
If you’re already paying someone internally to “handle the marketing,” this training is the missing piece that can turn them from a stressed-out generalist into a dangerous weapon for your dealership—equipped to create winning Meta ads over and over again, without guessing and without burning through your ad budget.
What your dealership needs is: a team that writes benefit-driven, lifestyle-based Meta ads with pinpoint targeting — ads that speak to real buyers, create live Messenger conversations, and drive showroom appointments. That’s exactly what I teach dealers to do.
Why train your internal team (instead of outsourcing forever)?
Control & speed. Your team is onsite, understands inventory, and can react faster than any outside vendor.
Lower long-term cost. Spend once on training and reap compounding value from every ad they write after.
Better alignment with sales. Trained staff write ads that match how your sales team sells, reducing friction and improving close rates.
Cultural advantage. When your people can out-create the competition, you own the local market.
The Program — What You Get (hands-on training)
Two hours — live, recorded, and laser-practical This isn’t theory. It’s a hands-on, step-by-step workshop where I give your person the exact playbook I’ve used to write thousands of Meta ads for dealerships.
What happens in the session:
Tell: I explain the psychology that gets people to stop scrolling — headline formulas, emotional hooks, and benefit-first messaging.
Show: I demonstrate live on a real unit (your inventory or a sample) — creative breakdown, copy structure, and video/caption best practices.
Do: They write their ad while I watch — we test copy, tweak images/video ideas, and set up the ad creative.
Coach: I coach them in real time while they build — teaching targeting, placements, and how to feed creative into Meta for Andromeda/AIO optimization.
I record the whole session. They get the recording to reference step by step instructions anytime while creating future ads.
Throwback: I’ve been training people in sales and marketing for 20 years. This is me (Eric Hannan) training my team back probably 15 years ago when I owned a large marketing firm with 3 locations out in California (before packing it all in and becoming a full time RVer).
What I’ll teach them (the exact, repeatable skills)
Ad Psychology: Benefit sells — features inform. Learn the emotional triggers that move RV, marine, and powersports buyers.
Creative recipes: 2–5 creative variations per unit that Andromeda will love (headline + short video + lifestyle still + carousel).
Pinpoint targeting: How to seed audiences, leverage behavior & interest signals, and combine local geo layers so your ads reach real buyers.
Traffic & Messenger funnels: Traffic ads that warm shoppers + Messenger Leads that start live conversations and convert to appointments.
Marketplace & placement strategy: When to use Marketplace, Stories, Reels, and Audience Network.
Performance metrics: What to watch (CPC, CPM, CTR, CPR, CPL → appointment rate) and how to optimize quickly.
The Offer — Pricing & Limited Bonus
Two-hour live training (recorded) — $500 investment.
Bonus: If you act before March 1 2026, I’ll include 3 months of ad review coaching (normally a $150 add-on) — I’ll review any ads they create and give direct, actionable feedback to make them win.
Think about it: you’re already investing in staff and ad budget. This $500 investment is designed to make that ad spend convert. One better campaign, one cleared unit, or one high-quality lead could pay for this many times over.
Proof — Why this works (and why you should trust it)
I (Eric Hannan at Shorelooksnice) have written more Meta ads in the RV, Marine and Powersport Industries than anyone — ads for mom-and-pop dealers and some of the industry’s biggest names. I’ve helped clients from small local lots to national groups and organizations, including FRVA (formerly FMCA), Go RVing, Camco, Lippert, Cummins, Thor Industries and others. That experience taught me what drives real buyers — not generic engagement, but visits, leads, and closed sales.
Example results dealers see when they apply this method:
Lower cost per lead (better quality leads through Messenger instead of dead forms).
Higher quality leads that convert into sales.
Higher CTR and higher VDP engagement because ads are benefit-first and visual.
Shorter lead-to-appointment cycles because Messenger conversations are fast and personal.
Who this training is for
Dealers who want to bring ad expertise in-house.
General managers who want the owner’s son / sales manager / marketing person to actually write ads that sell.
Dealerships tired of outsourcing with little oversight and poor performance.
Manufactures who want to help dealerships that sell their units.
Teams who want a competitive edge in their local market (because knowledge scales).
How to get started (fast)
Reply or contact me to schedule a 2-hour training session.
Pick an inventory unit we’ll build the practice ads around (one unit = multiple ad variations).
Run the training, get the recording, and start pushing created ads live.
Use the included 3-month ad coaching window (if you act before 2026) to refine and scale.
Book your demo/training today — don’t wait until your competitors start doing this. Give your internal team the tools to crush it and be dangerous in your market.
FAQ (Quick answers)
Q: Is $500 really enough? A: Yes. This is an investment in a repeatable skillset that compounds every time your team writes another ad. It’s designed to be practical and immediately usable.
Q: Who should attend the training? A: Whoever will be writing the ads — the owner’s son, a marketing coordinator, or a sales manager. One trainee is ideal; two people max works if both are actively going to create ads. We encourage other team members who want to understand the ads to join in and listen.
Q: Will you help after the session? A: Absolutely. For the next 3 months (if you sign up before March 1, 2026) I’ll review any ads you create and give coaching feedback so you’re not guessing.
Ready to make your internal team the best in your market?
This small, strategic $500 investment could be the highest-return move you make for 2026. You’ve already invested in your people — now equip them with the exact tools that win. Resulting in more sales and lower turnover of your team members. Contact me today to schedule your session and take control of your Meta ad performance.
About six years ago, the founder of Tucktec Folding Kayaks reached out to me — back when he was still hand-building each kayak out of his garage. Folding kayaks weren’t even on the radar yet. But he’d noticed something fascinating: most of his early customers wereRVers.
He knew he needed someone who understood the RV world — someone who could connect with his prospects and the outdoor lifestyle market — and that’s when he called me (back when I was still a full time RVer).
A lot of people in our industry know, I’m the guy who’s written more Facebook ads for the RV industry than anyone else and have helped hundreds of dealerships consistently increase their sales with my paid ads. But what most people don’t know is that I’ve also helped sell over 75,000 Tucktec Folding Kayaks, mainly to RVers and almost exclusively online.
And now, this same amazing folding kayak that’s we’ve sold to tens of thousands of RVers, we’re offering this incredible in-store wholesale opportunity for dealerships to make extra revenue and add more value to their customers’ adventures.
Video: Watch the Tucktec Folding Kayak in Action — see how it unfolds, sets up, and performs on the water in under 2 minutes! I made this commercial a couple years ago so disregard the weight (it’s lighter now) and price.
The Dealer’s Guide: 2 Questions to Find a Meta Ads Pro Who Can Move Units
Watch the video above (9-minute breakdown) — I unpack these two questions, give examples, and show how a good answer proves the marketer understands modern Meta Ads (Andromeda + AIO) and buyer psychology for RV, marine, and powersports shoppers.
If you’re short on time, here’s the short version: if the marketer can’t answer question #1, stop the conversation. If they can answer it — then ask question #2 and listen for specificity.
Short version: hashtags are no longer the growth lever they used to be. Modern social platforms prioritize user intent, AI-driven relevance, and caption/SEO signals over hashtag-driven discovery. If your dealership still pours time into hashtag lists instead of investing in industry-specific content, geo-targeting, and performance advertising, you’re leaving leads and sales on the lot.
(This post explains why hashtags are declining in importance, shows what actually moves the needle for RV dealerships, marine and powersports dealers, and gives a practical, keyword-first plan you can implement today.)
This morning I was asked a great question in regards to marketing in the form of paid meta ads for an RV Dealership:
“Are you able to run these with a geo-fencing campaign as well?”
The short answer: yes. The longer answer: let me show you exactly how this works and how RV, marine, and powersports dealerships can use it to grow sales, increase foot traffic, and dominate their local market.
What social media channels/platforms should I be on as an RV, Marine or Powersport Dealership?
The general rule is you want to be where your customers eyes and ears are. The challenge is they are on all of these social media platforms and you have limited time/resources.
Which social media platform is best for RV, Marine or Powersport Dealerships?
We will answer that very important question in this blog post. First let’s breakdown an overview of each platform and ways dealerships can be successful on each platform.
You’ll notice I’m sharing a link to Shorelooksnice for each platform so you can get an idea of what that platform is like if there is one you’re unfamiliar with (this also helps me with SEO).
ShorelooksNice Marketing: Boosting RV and Marine Dealership Social Media
As an RV marketer, I’m always on the lookout for ways to boost social media engagement for RV and marine dealerships. One effective strategy is to showcase stunning destinations that appeal to RV owners and marine enthusiasts. Here are six prime examples of RV resorts and parks that offer a mix of relaxation, adventure, and scenic beauty.
These also can be broken up into posts for various platforms.
1. North Myrtle Beach RV Resort and Dry Dock Marina: Water Sports Galore
This resort is a haven for families and water sports enthusiasts. With amenities like pools, restaurants, and swim areas, it’s a perfect spot for RV owners. They have a nice table area near the docks where I was able to get some paid google and meta ads for RV Dealerships built while I was working remote.
Targeted amenities: Pools, restaurants, and swim areas
Water sports: Fish for catfish, rent a pontoon or jet ski, and cruise the ocean or Intracoastal Waterway
Prime dock access: Boat dock on site
Pet paradise: Dog-friendly and pet-friendly facilities
Marine, RV and Powersports Dealerships can now get an edge on their competition with local SEO utilizing Instagram Account to grow new or pre-owned unit sales.
Recently Instagram said that posts by RV, Marine and Powersport Dealerships are being indexed by Google. This significant change means your Dealer’s Instagram content will now appear alongside your blog posts and website in search results.
If you’re not optimizing your Instagram presence to sell RVs, boats, or powersports; you’re potentially leaving your dealership stuck in neutral while your competitors take the wheel of the local google search ranking you could have.
With over a decade of experience in social media marketing for the RV industry, I see this as a game-changer for local dealerships like yours. Imagine having your Instagram posts show up when people search for RVs or boats in your area, putting your dealership on the road to increased visibility online, more leads and driving more foot traffic to your doorstep.
Marketing for RV Dealerships is in a place right now where a lot of Dealers are trying to figure out what’s working to increase sales. With sales in the RV Market down again this year and with a lot of variables in the market right now, dealerships are wondering where and how to put their marketing dollars.
Most people don’t have good data on what a good social media ad campaign looks like or know how much to spend for their ad budget, and who to trust with such an important and specific role to get consistent sales through social media marketing for their RV Dealership.
I have The Data and I’m going to give it to you!
After all the conversations I’ve had with RV & Marine Dealerships this year I decided to study and document the Facebook Ads for 577 RV Dealerships (that’s thousands of ads).
It was disheartening to see how terrible the ads were for most Dealerships. So much money has been wasted on bad ads that are targeted to the wrong people.
The good news is that we can make an impact not only on your Dealership’s sales but on the RV & Marine Industries as a whole! I expect many RV, Marine and Powersport Dealerships owners, GMs, marketing mgrs, sales teams, manufacture executives, etc are reading this.
If that’s you, would you please share this post with some people on your team or who you think would find this interesting or could benefit by seeing what good and bad FB Ads look like? Thanks in advance!
Now let’s get into some of the negative before we get to the good…
Family RV Trips, vacations and longer term RVing like seasonal camping or even full time RVing in a recreational vehicle have been creating lifelong RV Family memories for generations. But why are so many people choosing to go camping in a recreational vehicle (RV) over flying and staying in a hotel?
As avid RVers and ex-full time RVers (I also work in the RV Industry), we’ve compiled an RVers list of 8 Family Benefits to Camping in a Recreational Vehicle.
1. **Strengthen Family Bonds**
Family RV trips in a travel trailer, 5th wheel or motorhome create the perfect opportunity for quality time together. Traveling in an RV allows families to engage in shared activities, play games, and enjoy meals, fostering deeper connections and lasting memories.
We’ve found that usually some of the best bonds come from unexpected situations. Like when a skunk gets stuck just in your dog fence just outside of your RV door and as a team you have to silently shut windows and take the dog into the bathroom so she doesn’t start barking at this odd creature in her pen. Luckily we got the pic to post onto social media…