Stanford Coachworks Newsletter:
Edition 03:24 - March 2024
In this month’s edition…
Recently at Stanford Coachworks…
Take a little insight into what we have recently been up to at Stanford Coachworks. We have had the pleasure of delivering lots of colourful vehicles!
A Bespoke Mobile Outreach Centre for Central Bedfordshire Council
This month the Stanfords team have been busy converting a bespoke mobile outreach centre for two services at Central Bedfordshire Council.
Handicabs Lothian Go Green with a SCW Maxus eDeliver 9
We are delighted to have been given the opportunity to supply Handicabs Lothian with their first fully-electric wheelchair accessible minibus!
Recently at Stanford Coachworks
The Stanford Coachworks team have been busy throughout the month of March converting a variety of different vehicles. Take a look at what we have been up to below!
Selsey Venture Clubs New Ford eTransit
We are incredibly pleased to see Selsey Venture Club return for a third vehicle and we hope that they enjoy using their first fully-electric Ford e-Transit! Take a look at this video from Sussex World who were at the unveiling of the new electric vehicle with MP Gillian Keegan.
Waverley Hoppa Maxus eDeliver 9’s
We had the pleasure of partnering with Maxus - Heathrow Van Centre again to convert more Maxus eDeliver 9’s for community transport organisation, Waverley Hoppa, based in Surrey.
A New Minibus for SEAG
Nigel, of the SCW sales team has been incredibly busy delivering a brand-new wheelchair accessible Mercedes Sprinter to South Edinburgh Amenities Group (SEAG). Nigel did an impressive amount of traveling around the UK, covering over 940 miles across two days to ensure that he could handover the new vehicle to SEAG himself.
A Bespoke Mobile Outreach Centre for Central Bedfordshire Council
Throughout March, the Stanfords team have been busy building a bespoke Mobile Outreach Centre for two services at Central Bedfordshire Council.
The Stanford Coachworks sales and design teams have had the pleasure of working closely with both Central Bedfordshire Council’s Youth Support Services and Community Safety to produce an innovative design for their new minibus. Although different sectors within the council, both services have combined forces and will be sharing the new vehicle to help spread running costs. This also means that the vehicle has been specially adapted to ensure that it meets both services requirements, including full wheelchair accessibility.
The Design
This bespoke conversion is based on a L3H2 Peugeot Boxer and features a multi-purpose rear saloon configuration, with a passenger seating area in the front, kitchen facilities and a comfort bench seating area in the rear. Thanks to the seating area in the front, Central Bedfordshire’s mobile outreach centre also has the ability to transport up to four passengers or one wheelchair occupant with some seats removed.
Kitchen and Seating Areas
Worktop storage unit that runs along the interior nearside
Both hot and cold-water sinks
230-volt plug sockets to plug in facilities for hot drinks
Lockable storage compartments
Both seating areas also include tables, ideal for when the teams require desk space.
Entertainment
With the vehicle being utilised by Youth Support Services, it was vital that it included a variety of entertainment options.
4K smart television with a PlayStation 5
Bluetooth sound system
HDMI socket, allowing passengers to plug in devices and mirror directly to the big screen – perfect for presentations or watching a movie!
Vehicle Specification
All seats, including driver and front cab passenger, upholstered in black e-leather with a silver diamond stitch in both vehicles
Fold up tables in both vehicles and fixed tables in 13-seat vehicle
Interior lined with soft-feel grey and black suede material
Black suede centre roof panel with diamond stitched centre panels
Grey wood-effect floor covering
USB / USB-c charging sockets
Front cabin fridge with wireless charging station
LED ambient colour changing roof lighting
Centre roof skylight
White / blue centre LED lights and low-level blue lighting
Passenger saloon heating and air conditioning
Electric illuminated side step
Rear luggage storage area with clothing rail
Chrome wing mirror covers and door handles
Colour coded side body moldings
Chrome premium alloys
New design upgraded front grille
Limo tinted rear passenger windows
SCW sales director, Paul, had the pleasure of delivering the new vehicle to Central Bedfordshire Council’s base. During the handover he demonstrated all of the vehicle’s exciting features to the team. We would like to say a huge thank you to Central Bedfordshire Council for their custom and we hope that their new vehicle makes a difference within the Central Bedfordshire’s community.
Handicabs Lothian Go Green with a SCW Maxus eDeliver 9
We are delighted to have been given the opportunity to supply Handicabs Lothian with their first fully-electric wheelchair accessible vehicle. Their new vehicle is based on the Maxus e-Deliver 9, supplied by Maxus - Heathrow Van Centre, and can facilitate up to 9 passengers or 2 wheelchair occupants with seats removed.
About Handicabs Lothian
Handicabs Lothian (HcL Transport) is a charity who provide supported accessible transport to people with mobility challenges in Edinburgh and the Lothians. Their services run 365 days a year and include a dial-a-ride, dial-a-bus and community bus service, available with additional door to door assistance if required. Their minibuses are accessible to people of any age with disabilities, additional support needs, long or short-term health issues affecting mobility and geographic remoteness.
The New Fully-Electric Minibus
Thanks to green initiatives like Plugged-In Communities, HcL Transport were supported with a grant from Energy Saving Trust and are now leading the way with an eco-friendly fleet, enhancing community services whilst contributing to environmental sustainability. Handicabs Lothian’s Fundraising and Marketing Manager, Dolina Gorman, says ‘We are delighted to be able to offer more shared, zero emission journeys throughout the Lothians.’
A Very Special Delivery!
Their brand-new wheelchair accessible minibus features a colourful grey and orange interior with wipe clean removable seating, an automatic side step, an internal tail lift and LED interior lighting. Nigel of the SCW sales team had the pleasure of delivering the vehicle an impressive 394 miles from Heathrow Van Centre in Hounslow all the way to Handicabs Lothian in Scotland! Throughout the journey, Nigel made strategic stops at pre-assigned chargers, ensuring a seamless and uninterrupted delivery process.
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