Lunar went into liquidation in July 2019, after almost 50 years of manufacturing. Before that, though, Lunar produced around 2700 to 3000 tourers a year.
This means there’s no shortage of used Lunar tourers on the forecourts for those who are looking at buying a used caravan.
The Quasar range was launched in 2004 and the aim was to give value with a good spec, yet also remain lightweight and affordable. This formula proved popular with many caravanners who loved the space that Lunar designers could create in a then-popular 7ft 2in width.
Latterly, the Lunar Quasar received a new profile and added a sunroof after initially resisting the trend for them – although the sunroof was small compared to other caravans’.
The Quasars for 2019 also received a new 8ft-wide model with great potential for those looking at the caravans for families market – had the company continued.
Lunar was very good at making dealer specials and the Quasar range was a top choice, so look out for names such as Cosmos and Ultima.
Quasar model history
Quasars became mainstream sellers for Lunar. Many were dealer specials with soft furnishings and extra kit, which could be good news if you like your caravan upgrades.
The 462 was popular with couples, providing plenty of storage (always useful when you’re packing a caravan) and a good-sized end washroom.
Over the years extras were added, although the original Quasars were never basic. The 462 was a mainstay with other layouts available, including some family layouts.
The 2019 line-up had updated soft furnishings and the spec included a skylight roof vent, dual-fuel hob, fridge, loo, shower, Truma blown-air heating, microwave and radio. The Quasar provided all this without massive weight gains.
During Lunar’s later years quality began to slip a little in places, as the company spread itself thin developing new motorhomes. So you do need to check later-year models carefully, especially when buying privately.
Also, on certain later models, the gas locker lid had a somewhat more complex way of opening and the lid didn’t always fit snugly.
Price checker
We found a few 2019 Quasar 462s from £12,995 to £13,295, so the one featured here was priced about right. A private buy would be lower at £11,995. For the rest of the range, expect to pay:
- Ariva: £10,995-£11,595
- 524: £13,495-£13,995
- 544: £13,995-£14,495
- 554: £14,495-£14,995
- 574: £14,995-£15,295
- 674: £15,595-£15,995
- 686: £16,195-£16,995
What to look for in a 2019 Lunar Quasar 462
- Cracking in rear panel
- Damp in corners of the end washroom
- Edging tape finish coming away on interior wall
- Loss of support in mattress on fixed beds
- Roof edge seams
- Damp near ceiling/wall
- Floor for soft/creaking areas
- Fit of front gas locker lid
Verdict on the 2019 Lunar Quasar 462
The 2019 models offered good layouts, and all Quasars had excellent storage and spec, especially the dealer specials.
The 462 was a popular two-berth with owners liking the end washroom and its overall feeling of spaciousness.
The 462 model we looked at here had a creaking rear floor, but that is easily fixed and the dealer should do this for you.
A great lightweight tourer for the money, overall the Quasar 462 makes for an affordable and very useable caravan.
Tech specs of the 2019 Lunar Quasar 462
- Price (used model seen here): £12,990, reduced to £12,490
- Berths: 2
- MiRO: 1061kg
- Payload: 124kg
- MTPLM: 1185kg
- Internal length: 4.6m
- Width: 2.29m
Alternative models
You could take a look at the 2018 Coachman Pastiche 460/2, a tourer which provides couples with a great spec and an airy interior. Or how about the 2012 Bailey Unicorn Cabrera? It remains an excellent four-berth in my opinion, and one that can provide couples excellent value for money.
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