Anyone know about a Compass Herald Emblem

[NickinHarrogate]

Hello everyone I am looking for a newer caravan, I have seen a Compass Herald Emblem advertised and I am going to look at it tonight.
It is a 2000 model, 4 birth with a L shape lounge, side dinette and large end bathroom and it's advertised for £3500.
Before reading the advert I hadn't heard of Compass caravans and I was wondering if they are a quailty brand and if they are a good buy?
If anyone has owned a Compass Herald or has had dealings with them I would be greatfull of your advise thanks NIck

 

[SirRogerFFS]

Hi Nickinharrogate
Im not familiar with the model Compass you are looking at but what I can tell you is we have had 2 Compass Caravans and both have served us well.
Compass are from the same stable as Elddiss both good build vans.
Obviously I can only speak about my findings , others may differ
Good Luck
Sir Roger

 

[Parksy]

Hi Nick
Compass caravans is part of the Explorer group and caravans made by this company have proved to be popular with owners.
With all used caravans there are a few points to look out for when inspecting a prospective purchases and I will quote from an earlier post of mine:

It all depends on the overall condition of the respective caravans.

Assuming that you are equally happy with the layouts, level and standard of equipment and price of both caravans check carefully for signs of damp or neglect.

Start with an external inspection of both caravans, check the operation of the hitch damper by pushing the hitch toward the rear of the caravan and check for any play. There should be resistance when the hitch is pushed back and it should return smoothly to it's original position.

Check the operation of the hanbrake, locker catches, lights and look inside the light lenses for signs of moisture.

Check the awning rails and note the condition of the mastic seals around joints. Ask how long the tyres have been on each caravan, tread wear is no indication that the tyres are ok because due to sidewall deterioration tyres should be changed every 5 years.

Look round the windows for splits and scratches then go inside the caravans.

If there is a musty smell this is indicative of damp. Look at the wallboards and ceiling panels for signs of discolouration, bubbling or peeling, check inside lockers and undeneath cushions and bed boxes. Is the floor springy or creaky as you move around? Look for signs of damp, especially where roof front rear and side panels form joints.

Look behind curtains and lift the edges of window rubbers, black mould is a sure sign of damp. Check the operation of blinds, rooflights and all appliances and ask to see evidence of regular servicing....

Details of the Compass Owners Club who may be able to supply more information are shown in a topic in the Events & Rallies forum

http://www.practicalcaravan.com/forum/events-rallies-owners-clubs/compass-club

 

[NickinHarrogate]

Thanks for the advice, I liked the caravan and everything seems good with it, so I have bought it.