1. Historical Overview & Production Profile
Founded in County Durham in 1979. Known for the enthusiast-favorite Rallye range. Merged into the Explorer Group alongside Elddis in 1998, later revived by Erwin Hymer Group.
| Manufacturer Name | Compass Caravans |
|---|---|
| CRiS Manufacturer Code | CP (VIN Digits 8-9) |
| Operational Years | 1979 – Active Brand |
| Current Trade Status | Erwin Hymer Group UK |
| Factory Headquarters | Consett, County Durham, DH8 7LG |
| Iconic Model Ranges | Rallye, Shadow, Echo, Vantage, Pentara, Avantgarde, Corona, Omega, Casita |
2. Body Shell Engineering & Construction Methods
Traditional construction transitioning into Explorer Group SoLiD structural chemical bonding.
3. Salvage, Breaker & Parts Replacement Guidance
Scotia Workshop Insight:
Completely identical under the skin to equivalent-year Elddis models. Chassis, windows, and heating components swap directly.
Completely identical under the skin to equivalent-year Elddis models. Chassis, windows, and heating components swap directly.
4. Verified Technical Specification Sheets (16 Models in Registry)
Select any verified Compass Caravans model below to view factory chassis PCDs, cold tyre pressures, fridge codes, and window cutout apertures:
🚌 2009 Compass Avantgarde 400
🚌 2008 Compass Avantgarde 200
🚌 2008 Compass Avantgarde 400
🚌 2007 Compass Avantgarde 200
🚌 2007 Compass Avantgarde 400
🚌 2006 Compass Avantgarde 200
🚌 2006 Compass Avantgarde 400
🚌 2005 Compass Avantgarde 200
🚌 2005 Compass Avantgarde 400
🚌 2004 Compass Avantgarde 200
🚌 2004 Compass Avantgarde 400
🚌 2003 Compass Avantgarde 200
🚌 2003 Compass Avantgarde 400
🚌 2002 Compass Avantgarde 200
🚌 2002 Compass Avantgarde 400
🚌 2001 Compass Avantgarde 200
Need Spares or Dismantling Parts for a Compass Caravans?
Scotia Caravan & Motorhome Salvage breaks Compass Caravans models regularly at our licensed facility in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire.