Stanford Coachworks Newsletter:

Edition 11:25 - November 2025

In this month’s edition…

The New Citroen Relay Gets the Bespoke Stanfords Touch

Last week we had the pleasure of handing over our latest wheelchair accessible conversion, designed for a returning customer based in Eastbourne.

Two New Flat Floor Sprinters for a Scottish Local Authority

We are proud to announce the completion of two specialist Flat Floor conversions for one of our valued returning customers - a Scottish Local Authority.

A New Secure Cell Demonstrator for B.V.S Group

Introducing our latest specialist conversion - the Secure Cell Demonstrator, custom-built for B.V.S Group and designed to support secure transport.

Two New Flat Floor Mercedes Sprinters for a Scottish Local Authority

We are proud to announce the completion of two specialist Flat Floor conversions, based on the Mercedes Sprinter L4H2 517, for one of our valued returning customers - a Scottish Local Authority.

These latest builds represent our 11th and 12th conversions for this valued customer, continuing a partnership that begun nearly a decade ago. Their first vehicle was converted by us back in 2016 and we are proud to keep supporting their fleet with bespoke solutions tailored to their needs.

What Will the Vehicles be Used For?

The vehicles have been converted to support a wide range of services across the region. They will play a vital role in home - school transport, ensuring safe and comfortable journeys for students, while also providing accessible transport for elderly and disabled passengers. In addition, they will serve the community through the authority’s dial-a-bus service, offering independence and mobility to those unable to use standard public transport.

The Vehicle Conversions

Each conversion has been designed with both practicality and passenger comfort in mind. The vehicles can accommodate up to 15 passengers plus driver or 5 wheelchairs and feature a PLS internal tail lift with automatic DoorSafe for secure and efficient boarding. The defining feature of these Mercedes Sprinters is our specialist Flat Floor design, which eliminates all wheel arch intrusions in the rear saloon. This innovative design maximises usable space in the passenger saloon, allowing for additional seating and wheelchair capacity.

Vehicle Specification

Based on the Mercedes Sprinter 517 L4H2
Privacy tinted rear windows
15 x passenger seats upholstered in blue patterned moquette with wipe clean bases & lower back curve
Specialist Flat Floor capable of carrying up to 5 wheelchairs with seats removed
Driver’s seat reupholstered to match the rear passenger saloon
Large front luggage pen in place of front cab passenger seat
SCW exclusive fold-out low-entry side step
PLS internal tail lift fitted at the rear of the vehicle with automatic DoorSafe barrier

Eberspaecher rear passenger saloon heating and air conditioning
Interior lined in soft-feel materials with patterned moquette roof and feature panels
LED blue / white LED roof lights
Wheelchair restraint storage box
Upper cant rail tracking
Skylight
Amber flashing warning lights in front grille and above rear doors which automatically flash when the side load door or rear doors are open

A New Secure Cell Demonstrator for B.V.S Group

We’re proud to introduce our latest specialist conversion - the Secure Cell Demonstrator, custom-built for B.V.S Group and designed to support secure transport operations with absolute confidence.

What is a Secure Cell Vehicle?

The Secure Cell Vehicle is purpose-built to safely transport high-risk mental health patients who may pose a potential risk to themselves or others. To support emergency response, the vehicle includes integrated blue lights and sirens for rapid deployment in critical situations.

The Secure Cell Demonstrator

This premium Secure Cell demonstrator is based on the Fiat Ducato and features a split rear saloon configuration. The front half of the vehicle, designated for care teams, is fully lined with easy-to-clean materials and fitted with four premium comfort passenger seats. This space also includes a fold-up table, USB and USB-c charging sockets, overhead lockers, oxygen bottle storage points, a large storage cabinet and a monitor displaying live CCTV footage from inside the secure cell.

In the rear half of the vehicle, we have installed a full-height Secure Cell Unit which can safely facilitate patients if required. For the full specification, please see below.

Vehicle Specification

Based on the new Fiat Ducato chassis with emergency blue lights and sirens.
6 x premium rear saloon passenger seats upholstered in wipe clean vegan leather.
Secure cell with CCTV monitor and roll-down cover for when not in use.
Internal & external CCTV, passenger saloon heating & air conditioning and LED interior lighting.
Custom lockable storage units and fold-down table in passenger saloon.
Front cabin seats reupholstered to match the rear passenger saloon.
Pedal operated side step fitted below the side loading door.

A New Citroen Relay gets the Bespoke SCW Touch

Last week we had the pleasure of handing over our latest wheelchair accessible conversion, designed for a returning customer based in Eastbourne. Built on the new L3H2 Citroen Relay, this accessible vehicle showcases the bespoke Stanfords touch in every detail.

The Bespoke Stanfords Touch

The bespoke Stanford Coachworks touch is defined by craftmanship. Every vehicle is individually built from start to finish by a dedicated team of just two coachbuilders - ensuring true continuity, care and pride in every detail, rather than a production line approach. We only use premium components that are tried and tested, then elevate each build with bespoke features such as custom-stitch roof and feature panels, modesty screens proudly bearing the Stanfords logo, seamlessly integrated USB / USBc charging sockets and more.

This combination of personal craftmanship, premium materials and bespoke detailing embodies the Stanford Coachworks ethos: vehicles individually designed and built to meet each customer’s specific requirements.

What Will the Vehicle Be Used For?

The new bespoke wheelchair accessible vehicle will be used for a wide range of specialist journeys, tailored to meet each passenger’s individual needs. The vehicle has been designed to provide full wheelchair accessibility, making it ideal for shopping trips with a personal assistant if required, as well as travel to doctors and hospital appointments. It will also support care home transfers and airport journeys, ensuring comfort and dignity throughout. Beyond these, the vehicle is adaptable for any specific requirements.

The Stanfords Conversion

The specialist vehicle is based on the new Citroen Relay L3H2 and has been expertly converted to deliver safe, comfortable and accessible transport. It features a Ricon internal tail lift and an electric side step for smooth entry and exit. Inside, the vehicle features premium SCW Eclipse seating for six passengers, plus seating for two additional passengers and driver in the front cabin. The passenger saloon also includes heating and air conditioning, LED roof and low-level lighting, a wheelchair restraint storage box and upper cant rail tracking to support secure and flexible wheelchair transport. Take a look at the full specification below.