Indian Motorcycle announced the appointment of its first exclusive importer/distributor in Europe. The well known Paul Chedid Automotive Group has formed Indian Motorcycle France to promote the selling of the Indian Chiefs, Indian Motorcycle Accessories and Indian Motorcycle Apparel in France, Monaco, Luxembourg and Belgium. For over twenty years, the Chedid Automotive Group has imported many prestigious American automotive brands including Cadillac, Hummer and Corvette.
Indian Motorcycle Chairman Stephen Julius and President Steve Heese comment that “They are very excited to deliver Indian Motorcycles back to the world stage and to be partnering with Paul Chedid. Paul has a demonstrated track record of success in building a sales and service organization for luxury automotive products.” Paul Chedid says “I have always wanted to be involved with a true motorcycle, manufactured in the USA”. When the opportunity presented itself to help bring the Indian brand back on the International stage I jumped at the chance. The style, presence and outstanding build quality of each motorcycle makes me proud to have the opportunity to display the Indian bikes in our Paris showroom and in other dealerships throughout Europe.”
The Indian Motorcycle Company based in Kings Mountain , NC confirms its philosophy to manufacture premium motorcycles in limited numbers, with the focus on outstanding quality, performance and exclusivity. Limited production will ensure the highest level of quality is maintained and owners will be certain to enjoy the enduring value. Paul Chedid automotive Group.
Congrats Indian. But I am in the UK…So, when will you be here?
Ya think they can keep up with the demand?
Great news for Indian % Europeans. I learned while traveling in Switzerland that Indian is a bigger legend in europe than in the US. Like Harley.
Congratulations to Paul and crew. Exciting times indeed for all of us lay ahead.
I am very proud of Paul for his considerable efforts to start the first Indian Dealership in Europe in the modern era, and also Indian Motorcycle, for taking the time to find the right group to lead the worldwide expansion of this proud brand.
Good times are coming for those with the vision and willingness to do the heavy lifting at this stage of the re-birth of an icon.
Mark Moses
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Scott,
come visit us in Belgium.
But on the other hand, I don’t know where the consession will be……………
To Indian, I’d say, welcome….
gustian
does anyone know if they have sold any? in the US?
They need to bring the price down about $10,000-$19.500 list price would get this new Indian on the road-its too pricey-not too pricey for 2005 but way too pricey for 2009
and come out with a $10,000 entry level bike
Buy American
Support GM and Ford and Mopar
Geno,
The new Indian Dealers are selling Indians for sure…while I wouldn’t say sales are “brisk” per se I would say sales are “steady” especially considering this horrible economy that hasn’t seen the worst yet.
Here’s to you, Indian…You’re new bikes are beautiful…wish I could afford one!
Fantastic news!!
II have ridden harley’s for years and love them but I have always wanted an Indian – so much so that I have customized a Kawasaki drifter to suit and yet I know it’s not the genuine article. Does anyone have details of the list price for the bikes and are they heading in the direction of the UK in the very near future?
I wish Indian US and it’s European dealers all the very best and I do hope we see Indian Motorcycle Chapters emerging across Europe in strength – they are iconic and should be/ need to be here to stay!! WELL DONE….
Hi folks,
being a big fan of those bikes,i saw them first time in Gilroy,CA…..WOW !
The factory was nice and several showrooms have fulfilled with everything.And the..BANG.Too many models, concepts and so.
I hope, the new management will not produce too much in short time.
The price for a starting model here in Europe is with 29.ooo EURO !!! to much.
Well,lets see what we have in future.
Best Luck from Berlin-Germany !
Waar kan ik hier in België naartoe om een Indian moto te kopen??
hello! i’am portuguese and i’m really in love by the indian motorcicles.i think they are an icon on the world history of bikes.my favourite his the indian chief,it,s so nostalgic,so classic.whom can aforrd to have one may consider himself an lucki guy.
bye.