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45 Main Street, P O Box 749, Blenheim, New Zealand Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00am – 5:30pm Saturday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Sunday: Closed - Family Day |
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Meet The Team
Daryl SmithAbout DARYL
Daryl decided to join the family business in 2020 after 14 years in the Christchurch construction industry as a Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Manager. Prior to construction Daryl worked in the motor vehicle industry for a number of years. His day to day role involves handling of the financial, administrative and commercial aspects of the business. |
Gary Smithabout gary
Born in Woodend, Gary spent his younger years shadowing his father at every opportunity in their small garage business before the family sold up and moved to Blenheim, purchasing a Petrol station and small Bus company. Gary studied at Marlborough Boys college whilst working after school for the family before taking on a 3 year mechanical apprenticeship with the local Ford dealer qualifying as an A-grade Mechanic. He joined the family business again in a full-time basis in 1978 working within the workshop, moving up to Workshop Manager then General Manager of the bus company “DeLuxe Travel Line”. Gary diversified the bus company into importing of buses, commercial vehicles and cars which was followed by the decision to sell DeLuxe Travel Line to Ritches and focus on importation of vehicles . Government legislation changes seen Gary take yet another turn in his business approach and the company started to deal in ex-rental motorhomes, and today is the leading importer for Pilote and Le Voyageur. When not busy managing vehicle logistics and day to day management you will find Gary heading to Okiwi Bay with his Le Voyageur motorhome and boat in tow. |
Brett Smithabout brett
Brett was born in Blenheim and has been part of the Family Business right from a young age. Having been a qualified car painter for many years through his late teens and early twenties Brett decided to return to Deluxe Group and become a full time employee when the opportunity arose. Having returned as a full time Salesman, Brett soon saw that aftersales was as important as the sales. Now having been at Deluxe Group full time for over 11 years, he is in charge of the aftersales side of our business and has a wealth of knowledge to make sure you can be well looked after once you leave in your new RV. Brett is now a Director of the Company along with brother Daryl and Father Gary. |
Elias Dobozyabout Elias
Elias grew up near the French border in Germany and decided to study in New Zealand after falling in love with the South Island during a holiday. After his studies he moved to Australia working for a Sydney Private School as a Program Coordinator followed by a two-year stint as a Sales and Marketing Consultant on the financial market in Frankfurt. He moved back to Blenheim with his wife and joined Deluxe Group to strengthen the Sales and Marketing Team. On his days off he is either on top of a mountain or standing in one of the backcountry rivers flyfishing for trout. |
Scott LammasAutomotive Detailer
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Scott is born and bred in Blenheim and considers himself a true local. Prior to joining the team at Deluxe RV Group, he spent 18 years working in Export and Logistics followed by a 2-year stint as a machine operator in the vineyards. Scott joined the Deluxe RV Group as an automotive groomer in September 2022 and oversees component checks, minor repairs and grooming of all RV’s destined for the sales yard. In his free time, you will find him either camping, fishing, or catching a couple of sneaky waves out in the surf. |
Matt Gibsonabout matt
With an ever expanding RV World out there Deluxe Group were excited to have employed Matt Gibson as a dedicated Sales person for our Blenheim Sales yard. Previously this position was shared by multiple people, so with even more resources look out for even more fantastic service from the Blenheim yard. Matt is a true born and breed Marlburian with strong ties to the local community. He comes from a hospitality background and has been an Executive Chef for big named wineries such as Pernod Ricard, Highfield Estate and the Twelve Trees Restaurant at Allan Scott’s. Wanting a change, with a great personality and the love of dealing with people Matt was a natural fit for Deluxe. Matt’s wife Jessica leads the nursing team at a local vet clinic hence they have a love for dogs. With 4 canine kids and 1 real child, life is pretty full on for the family. Like many motorhomers Matt and the family can regularly be found at Canine Shows around the country showing off their Bullmastiffs. Matt also loves skiing, mountain biking, paragliding, golf and playing the guitar. |
Colin Priceabout Colin
Colin was brought up on a Farm in Canvastown. Canvastown is a small township located about 45 minute from the Blenheim town centre between the Marlborough and Tasman regions. In his spare time Colin enjoys getting out on his dirt bike or finding some open water to enjoy jet boating. Colin has always had a passion for all things automotive and has worked within the industry for over 10 years. Joining the Deluxe RV workshop team in March 2020 Colin is our newest recruit and will work in facets of the workshop including self-containing motorhomes and caravans, installations of accessories such as TV’s, Solar, Satellite dishes, water tanks and the likes. |
Jesse Dempster about jesse
Jesse was born and spent the first 10 years of his life in the small Southland settlement of Nightcaps before his family moved to Blenheim 2008. His first after school job was at Dominator Doors before he took a full-time position there. Jesse joined the Deluxe workshop team in 2018 and works in facets including self-containing motorhomes and caravans, installations of accessories such as TV’s, Solar, Satellite dishes, water tanks and the likes. Jesse likes to spend his spare time with family and friends and is passionate about 4 wheel driving when he has the opportunity. |
Daniel RowlandsYard Groomer / Maintenance
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Dan was born in a small town in North Wales. After school he studied Fine Arts and worked in various industries before permanently moving to New Zealand in 2016 calling Picton his home. Prior to joining the Team at Deluxe RV Group, he worked in the hospitality industry followed by a maintenance role for a local car rental company. At Deluxe RV Dan is responsible for the immaculate presentation of our sales yard and vehicles and ensures our premises are maintained to the highest standard possible. When not working, Dan produces music and loves exploring New Zealand. His favourite spot in the country is Cape Reinga. |
