Filed Pursuant to Rule 433

Registration No. 333-128123

June 19, 2008

 

FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES, INC.

Free Writing Prospectus

 

Information contained in the following investor presentation was used by Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc. (the “Company”) and Lehman Brothers Inc. in connection with certain investor presentations relating to the offering of securities .

 

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Some of the statements contained in this free writing prospectus may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about our beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. More detailed information about factors that may affect our performance may be found under “Risk Factors” in the preliminary prospectus. Any forward-looking statements included in this free writing prospectus are based on information available to us on the date of this free writing prospectus. We undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

 

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0 2008 Investor Presentation HOME AWAY FROM HOME

 


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1 This presentation contains certain forward-looking statements and information based on the beliefs of Fleetwood’s management as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, Fleetwood’s management. Such statements reflect the current views of Fleetwood with respect to future events and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including risk factors identified in Fleetwood’s 10-K and other SEC filings. These risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, the lack of assurance that we will regain sustainable profitability in the foreseeable future; the effect of ongoing weakness in both the manufactured housing and recreational vehicle markets; the effect of the 18.4% drop in manufactured housing industry shipments in calendar 2007; the effect of a decline in home equity values, volatile fuel prices and interest rates, global tensions, employment trends, stock market performance, availability of financing generally, and other factors that can have a negative impact on consumer confidence, which in turn may reduce demand for our products, particularly recreational vehicles; the availability and cost of wholesale and retail financing for both manufactured housing and recreational vehicles; the availability and pricing of manufacturing components and labor, as well as changes in labor practices, which may significantly affect our results of operations; our ability to comply with financial tests and covenants on existing debt obligations; our ability to obtain, on reasonable terms if at all, the financing we will need in the future to execute our business strategies and to meet the repayment terms of our outstanding convertible debt instruments, including the $100 million 5% convertible senior subordinated debentures, some or all of which the Company may be obligated to repurchase in December 2008; potential dilution associated with future equity financings we may undertake to raise additional capital and the risk that the equity pricing may not be favorable; the cyclical and seasonal nature of both the manufactured housing and recreational vehicle industries; expenses and uncertainties associated with the entry into new business segments or the manufacturing, development, and introduction of new products; the potential for excessive retail inventory levels in the manufactured housing and recreational vehicle industries; announcements of alliances, mergers or other relationships by or between our competitors and/or our suppliers and customers; developments related to regulatory and zoning regulations; the volatility of our stock price; repurchase agreements with floorplan lenders, which could result in increased costs; potential increases in the frequency of product liability, wrongful death, class action, and other legal actions; and the highly competitive nature of our industries. Safe Harbor Statement

 


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2 Presentation Team Elden Smith, President and Chief Executive Officer After a seven-year retirement, returned to Fleetwood in March 2005 as President and Chief Executive Officer Before retiring, worked for Fleetwood as the executive in charge of the Recreational Vehicle Group from 1973 until 1997 Boyd Plowman, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Named Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer in October 2000 and promoted to Executive Vice President in December 2001 Joined Fleetwood in 1969, serving as Chief Financial Officer for 14 years before leaving in 1987 Rejoined Fleetwood in 1997 as Vice President-Retail Housing as well as the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of its subsidiary, Fleetwood Retail Corp. Andrew Griffiths, Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer Joined Fleetwood as Vice President, Controller and Chief Accounting Officer in February 2004 Managing Director with PricewaterhouseCoopers from 2002 to 2004 15 years of experience with Arthur Andersen, becoming a partner in 1999

 


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3 Investment Highlights Market Leader in Core Business Lines #1 Market Share in Class A Motor Homes #2 Market Share in Motor Homes Overall #2 Market Share in Manufactured Housing Strong brand recognition across consumers and dealers Demographic Trends Favor Primary Businesses Targeted age range expanding as Baby Boomers age, people live longer and enter market at an earlier age Experienced Management Team Effectively Restructured Company Streamlined core businesses and operations into market-focused profit centers Increased revenue per associate by 15% Pursued aggressive cost-cutting measures Market Expansion Opportunities Available Across Business Lines RV rental activity showed 30% growth in 2007 Increased demand for affordable housing with reasonable lending policies Focus on Innovation and Improvement in Both Industries RV Group Successfully increased product offerings Secured strategic alliance with Bank of America to provide RV Financing Housing Group Constantly improving products and Customer Satisfaction Indices Pursuing new business opportunities Operating leverage and large NOL provide upside earnings potential

 


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4 Company Overview Factory-Built Housing Recreational Vehicles

 


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5 Background and History Recognized leader in both recreational vehicle (RV) and factory-built housing industries #1 market share in Class A motor homes, #2 share in motor homes overall and #2 market share in manufactured housing Nearly 60 years of successful operating history in core manufacturing businesses Experienced management team

 


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6 Leading Producer of Recreational Vehicles & Manufactured Housing Revenue Distribution Fiscal Year ’08 Sales: $1.7 billion Supply 1% Motor Homes 56% Travel Trailers 13% Mfd. Hsg. 28% Modular 2% Lumber less than 1%

 


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7 Plants Producing Affordable Housing 17 Manufactured Housing, 2 Modular Plants Producing Recreational Vehicles 5 Travel Trailer, 3 Motor Home Plants Producing Components 1 Facility Corporate Office Approximately 7,500 employees Mexicali, Mexico Facilities Are Strategically Located

 


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8 Historical Perspective In 1999 and 2000, a prolonged manufactured housing slump began, and the RV market experienced a sharp but brief downturn Prior management adopted centralized, functional operational structure The combination set off several years of net losses These results led to a series of management changes Current leadership in place since March 2005 Last three years in turnaround mode Significant progress made in organizational structure, products, operations, costs and balance sheet

 


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9 Operating Strategy Concentrate on core businesses Manufacturing high-quality, high-value RVs & homes Decentralize operations Empowering those closest to the customer Increase market share Targeting areas of greatest sales & profit potential Reduce costs/improve efficiencies Match manufacturing capacity to demand Focus energy & resources on regaining consistent profitability Develop and implement financial strategies that improve liquidity and reduce debt

 


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10 Three Years of Restructuring Actions Sold or closed non-core businesses Stemmed losses and/or eliminated distractions Housing retail & finance; certain supply operations; folding trailers Closed or consolidated plant locations; realigned product mix Improved capacity utilization and labor efficiency Organized operations into market-focused profit centers Two stand-alone business units in RV Group; two regional divisions in Housing Group Lowered operating expenses by $33M in FY ’06; additional $55M in FY ’07 Average reduction of approximately $10M per quarter through first three quarters of FY ’08

 


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11 Three Years of Restructuring Actions, cont’d. Reorganized sales force RV sales aligned by brand; Housing sales aligned by plant-specific products Decentralized service and warranty Pushed authority for product development down Decisions made closer to customers at division, regional or plant level rather than Group or Corporate level Expanded business units’ authority Sales, materials, manufacturing, environmental, and operational IT functions Increased revenue per associate by 15% Reduced corporate officers: 24 to 9

 


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12 Current Status Major turnaround initiatives are largely in place Expect to see full annual impact of reductions in cost structure throughout fiscal 2009 Other changes will be ongoing Continued improvements in products, sales, manufacturing, service, with sustained positive financial impact expected Immediate actions focused by business unit Initiatives to increase market share, improve volume and capacity utilization, and reach acceptable profitability in each Near-term strategic plans going forward Expansion of RV product offerings to cover additional price points and niches with significant profit potential Continued pursuit of opportunities in modular housing market Aggressive approach to turning or closing non-performing business units and selling idle assets to bolster liquidity, reduce debt Developing future growth strategies

 


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13 RV Group

 


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14 RV Group Overview Fleetwood is a leading producer of recreational vehicles in North America The business is organized into two primary divisions: motor homes and travel trailers FY 2008 sales of $1.20 billion; 18,700 units shipped More than 1.7 million Fleetwood RVs sold since Company’s inception Strong, well-established dealer networks and brands More than 700 independent dealer locations

 


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15 Favorable Long-Term Industry Trends Travel data continues to be positive RVing remains relatively inexpensive mode of vacation travel However, fuel prices are short-term financial factor Lower consumer confidence affecting sales Source: Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (www.RVIA.org) and RV Rental Association Survey 1980 2008* Most recently reported RV rental activity indicated growth of 30% in 2007 RVers enjoy 16K+ campgrounds & resorts, plus other destination sites 2007 shipments of 353,400 were the fourth-highest in 30 years 0 50,000 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 300,000 350,000 400,000 All RV Shipments Travel Trailers Motor Homes

 


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16 Favorable Long-Term Industry Trends, Cont’d. Demographics support promising long-term outlook Baby boomers entering prime age range for purchase of RVs Expanding market People living longer; entering RV market at younger age 0 20000 40000 60000 80000 100000 120000 1997 2005 2010 2015 2020 2025 2030 Population over 55 in thousands 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 Percent of population age 55+ People Over Age of 55 0% 1% 2% 3% 4% 5% 6% 7% 8% 9% 10% 18-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65-74 75+ RV Ownership by Age Groups Source: University of Michigan 2005 Survey; U.S. Census Bureau

 


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17 Industry-Leading Position #2 motor home manufacturer overall (16.9% retail market share) #1 Class A motor home manufacturer (20.4% retail market share) #4 Class C motor home manufacturer (10.9% retail market share) #4 travel trailer manufacturer (4.3% retail market share) Statistical Surveys, Inc. Data Through March 2008 Travel Trailer Class C Class A

 


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18 Motor Homes

 


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19 Motor Homes Cyclical downturn began in 2005 Rising fuel prices and uncertainty about interest rates led to lower consumer confidence Early CY 2007 shipments rebounded; subprime woes halted progress by fall FY 2008 Fleetwood sales of $920 million (79% of RV Group sales) Increased product offerings: New floor plans; more multiple slide-outs offered Expanded use of our leading full-wall slide-out technology New entry-level Class A models New more fuel-efficient (Pulse/Icon) and affordable (Ranger/Sport) Class C models

 


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20 Motor Home Leaders Retail Market Share (Class C) Source: Statistical Surveys, Inc. Data Through March 2008 Up from 9.4% this time 2007 22.1% 14.8% 13.9% 10.9% 10.8% 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% WGO COA THO FLE Jayco

 


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21 Motor Home Leaders Retail Market Share (Class A) Source: Statistical Surveys, Inc. Data Through March 2008 Up from 20.1% this time 2007 20.4% 16.4% 14.7% 12.9% 12.1% 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% FLE MNC WGO THO Tiffin

 


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22 Travel Trailers

 


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23 Travel Trailers FY 2008 sales of $219 million (19% of RV Group) Industry downturn began in late fall 2006 Challenging competitive market environment Fleetwood has lost market share in core products Closed plants, discontinued product lines, dealers lowered inventory by 7,000+ units

 


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24 Travel Trailer Turnaround Actions Ongoing product innovation to provide improved, more competitive products New models to be introduced Spring ’08 Restructuring initiatives in process Closed five underperforming plants; redistributed product manufacturing throughout country to increase efficiencies Discontinued slower-turning floor plans and models Opened cost-efficient plant in Mexicali May ’07 to build entry-level products Negative impact of restructuring on FY ’08 results greater than expected Realized sustainable reductions in material, warranty and overhead costs Additional restructuring in January ’08 to yield annualized savings of $4M CY 2008 labor efficiencies are best in more than five years, ex-FEMA production Continued improvements in capacity utilization, operating results, and revenues expected

 


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25 Travel Trailer Leaders Retail Market Share Source: Statistical Surveys, Inc. Data Through March 2008 31.7% 15.8% 10.3% 4.3% 3.7% 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% THO Forest River Jayco FLE MNC

 


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26 Recent Accomplishments – RV Group Successful product introductions Motor home market share has held steady Minimal discounting in a competitive environment Introduced new motor home brands to fill gaps in Class C market and entry-level Class A’s Travel trailer market share decline has stabilized Product planning and development process significantly improved New strategic alliance to provide RV financing Bank of America & Fleetwood formed Fleetwood Financial Services (FFS) in March RV dealers provided with access to lower flooring costs and competitive retail financing for their customers B of A has a leading share of financing in the RV industry

 


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27 Housing Group Single-Section Multi-Section Modular/Military Designer Interiors

 


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28 Housing Group Overview Single and multi-section homes built at plants nationwide Building in a factory provides advantages in cost, speed, labor efficiency and use of materials Manufactured housing unit builds residential homes to the HUD code Homes are primarily distributed through traditional independent dealers New modular business — Trendsetter Homes — builds residential multi-family homes and military barracks Complies with model building codes adopted by states and municipalities, similar to site-built codes Distribution includes builders/developers and government, including military Housing Group has remained profitable in very difficult environment

 


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29 Advantages of Building in Factories Lower cost per square foot for similar home compared to site-built Speed of delivery Averages half the time from decision to completion Availability of labor Controlled manufacturing environment More environmentally friendly Positive demographics in key segments Immigrants, empty nesters, first-time buyers

 


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30 Manufactured Housing Industry Conditions Retail demand is highly correlated to availability of competitive financing Industry experienced its “subprime crisis” in late ’90s Result was fewer lenders with tighter underwriting standards Lenders require high FICO scores, as well as higher interest rates and higher down payments than mortgage lenders Land/home loan terms more competitive, but qualification still difficult Our traditional customers, often first-time homebuyers or seniors downsizing their homes, frequently found monthly payments lower on site-built homes or condos due to subprime lending Reduced industry manufacturing capacity, dealer locations, and retail inventory

 


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31 Manufactured Housing Industry Outlook Constant, growing demand in U.S. for affordable housing Glut of site-built foreclosures and developer inventories is likely to delay growth opportunity Improved competitive position Tightening lending policies on site-built homes will help factory-built housing Declining vacancies and higher rents in apartments Favorable opportunities for potential lenders Continuing product improvements Aesthetics, functionality, durability and set-up all improved since industry peak and continue to be a focus

 


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32 Manufactured Housing Division Second largest manufactured housing builder Sales of $468 million in FY ’08 12,810 Fleetwood manufactured homes built in calendar 2007 More than 1.3 million Fleetwood homes sold since Company’s inception Dramatically improving customer satisfaction indices 19 strategically located facilities 1,400 strong, independent retailers

 


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33 Manufactured Housing Leaders Source: Statistical Surveys, Inc. through February 2008 2008 YTD Retail Market Share Up from 14.3% this time 2007 30.0% 14.4% 10.0% 5.1% 4.2% 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% Clayton FLE CHB SKY CAV

 


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34 Modular Division Modular home and condominium projects Fleetwood is pursuing business with developers and builders One condominium project finished; completed 36 units in another Fleetwood has completed three barracks projects Bidding process is proceeding on several others Military barracks and other housing Positive outlook for modular housing expansion in areas where Fleetwood is positioned

 


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35 Current Initiatives Priority on increasing market share, with accompanying higher volumes and improved labor efficiency Regional product development Local handling of service and warranty Closer relationships with distribution network Improved oversight of home set-up through “Welcome Home” initiative Improved quality and service Customer Satisfaction Index and Dealer Satisfaction Index provide objective measurement of progress Continued pursuit of modular housing opportunities Barracks designed for Fort Bliss

 


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36 Financial Overview

 


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37 Recent Results by Segment (Amounts in millions) FY ENDED FY ENDED Q3 FY08 Q3 FY07 4/27/08 4/29/07 1/27/08 1/28/07 preliminary REVENUES RV Group $ 1,164.0 $ 1,400.9 $ 243.0 $ 320.1 $ Housing Group 502.0 518.4 96.7 108.7 TOTAL REVENUES $ 1,666.0 $ 1,919.3 $ 339.7 $ 428.8 OPERATING INCOME (LOSS) RV Group $ (51.6) $ (5.0) $ (12.5) Housing Group (2.5) (2.5) (8.2) Corporate and Other (3.7) (2.5) (0.7) TOTAL OPERATING INCOME (LOSS) $ (57.8) $ (10.0) $ (21.4)

 


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38 Q4 Overview Continued focus on financial and operational performance Despite a 26% decrease in revenues, Q4 operating loss expected to only exceed prior year loss of $2.5 million(1) by approximately $3 million(2) Focus on asset sales and operations to improve liquidity and financial position Positive Q4 Net Income as a result of gains on real estate sales Cash and investments increased from $45 million in Q3 to $100 million in Q4 due to asset sales generating $33 million and positive cash flow from operations Approximately $12 million of additional liquidity was generated from the sale of folding trailers and settlement of the Coleman litigation in Q1 1. Excludes current quarter real estate gains, prior year restructuring charges and discontinued operations. 2. Based on preliminary, unaudited review.

 


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39 Financial Progress Improved balance sheet Disposition of Housing retail and finance operations Disposition of 13 idle facilities since end of FY 2007 Disposition of folding trailer division Payment of $58.8 million accrued interest on 6% CTPS Reduction in borrowing levels on revolving credit facility Repurchase of $50 million face value of 6% convertible debt for $31 million Reduced interest expense by $3 million annually Boosted shareholders’ equity by ~$15 million

 


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40 Financial Progress, Cont’d. Restructuring initiatives yielding improvements Operating costs reduced by $33 million and $55 million during FY ’06 and FY ’07, respectively Focus on labor efficiencies, SG&A expenses and inventory controls Additional reduction of approximately $10 million per quarter through first three quarters of FY ’08 Credit agreement revised, extended until July 2010 Terms include improved pricing schedule, lower fees and lower requirements for liquidity test and springing covenant Recent modifications to permit sale of folding trailer division and prepayment of 5% debentures

 


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41 Condensed Balance Sheets (Amounts in thousands) Note: not updated for recent sale of folding trailer division Jan 27, 2008 Apr 29, 2007 ASSETS Cash and Investments $ 45,079 $ 76,289 Receivables 118,717 123,535 Inventories 183,236 174,910 Other Assets 281,832 328,437 TOTAL ASSETS $ 628,864 $ 703,171 LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Short-Term Borrowings $ 108,362 $ 7,314 Other Current Liabilities 200,729 248,004 TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 309,091 255,318 Other Long-Term Liabilities 78,370 86,050 Long-Term Debt 17,482 117,508 Convertible Subordinated Debentures 160,142 160,142 TOTAL LIABILITIES 565,085 619,018 SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY 63,779 84,153 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY $ 628,864 $ 703,171

 


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42 Summary A leader in both the RV and factory-built housing industries Market expansion opportunities in both industries Primary businesses have favorable demographic trends Focus on product innovation; quality manufacturing Improving prospects for consistent profitability Strong brand recognition Improved financial position and reduced debt Operating leverage and large NOL provide upside earnings potential as manufactured housing and RV markets turn

 

 


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