
Vantage Customs
Campervan Converter in Broad Lane Farm, Wiltshire
Vantage Customs is a South West England-based specialist in bespoke campervan conversions, focusing on VW, Peugeot, Mercedes, Ford, Land Rover, and MAN vehicles.
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About Vantage Customs
Vantage Customs, situated in Melksham, South West England, specializes in crafting bespoke campervan conversions. The company is led by James Blakey, an auto electrician with over 25 years of experience in the automotive industry, including a background in composite manufacturing from the McLaren P1 hybrid hypercar programme and two years with McLaren Special Operations. This extensive experience underpins the company's commitment to high-quality workmanship and innovative conversion techniques. James's personal passion for van life, shared with his family, provides real-world insight that informs the design and functionality of each custom build.
The company offers a comprehensive range of services, from full turnkey conversions to specialized repairs and upgrades. Their expertise extends to electrical systems, plumbing, gas installations (with certification), upholstery, and custom paintwork. Vantage Customs is adept at integrating modern technology and bespoke carpentry, as evidenced by their portfolio featuring diverse projects like the Ford Transit Custom 'Charlie', the Land Rover Defender 'Monty', the Land Rover 101 Forward Control 'Florence', and the MAN TGE 'GRAYman'. Each project demonstrates a tailored approach to client requirements, incorporating advanced off-grid electrical systems, heating solutions, and custom living spaces.
Vantage Customs prides itself on creating unique, one-off conversions that cater to individual dreams and practical needs, whether for work or leisure. Their builds frequently feature high-end components such as Victron electrical and solar systems, lithium batteries, Truma heating, and custom birch ply furniture. The company's dedication to detail and client satisfaction is consistently highlighted in customer testimonials, which praise James Blakey's trustworthiness, talent, and ongoing support.
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Absolutely wonderful service, care above and beyond. James and his team did work to the highest standard at a fair price. He also carried out an inspection on below standard work installed by another tradesman which gave light to numerous issues and risk of serious electrical fire. I felt confident in the work and the services offered. The duty of care exceeded my expectations and I feel confident and comfortable to use the equipment installed for my van conversion. Thank you James. Really grateful for your work and support in rectifying losses from previous below standard works through small claims court. I’ll be back and will definitely be recommending your services!
We went to James with our Ford Transit Jumbo panel van and gave him a big job to do. We wanted the van fully kitted out to be able to go off grid camping and also have custom fit needs for a motocross bike. James listened to our needs and created something even more perfect than we could have wished for. Nothing was too much of an ask and James has been great with any tweaks and adjustment we wanted since. Would highly recommend if you’re wanting something bespoke!
James took on our dream to convert our Ford Transit into a luxury camper. He is trustworthy, very talented, listens well and has solutions and suggestions which deliver. He continues to support us and offer advise to enable us to get the most out of our Van.
James made an excellent job of converting our panel van into a kombi van that we use for family days out, camping and for general day to day use. He fitted side and rear windows, a carpeted floor with kombi seats and an electric hook up with leisure battery. He later fitted a pop top with bed, swivel passenger seat and he fully insulated and lined the van and added spotlights. He even fitted my curtains for me. He had some great ideas and suggestions for suppliers and products. James was always contactable and happy to answer questions. He even came out to our house to sort out a problem on his weekend off. Thanks James!
James did a fantastic job for us. Right from the initial design stage we had a budget to work to and he delivered to a really high standard even tho he came up against delays. Overall we were really happy with our dream van and we have had loads of adventures trouble free. There is no other company in the area that comes close to him. Thanks again!!
Customer Testimonials
"James is a genuine chap that has a genuine love and passion for what he does and he does it very well. You couldn't find a better custom/bespoke van builder"
"James took our dream to convert our Ford Transit into a luxury camper. He is trustworthy, very talented, listens well and has solutions and suggestions which deliver. He continues to support us and offer advice to enable us to get the most out of our van"
"We originally approached James to convert a Nissan but were quickly enamoured by a VW conversion so I bought a fairly new builder's van which he then converted to a camper van. All insulation, lighting, pop top, swivel seat and windows were put in with an amazing wooden interior fitting in a double bed, u-shaped seating area and table, sink, worktop and shelf, hob grill and even a loo! Great service"
"Excellent service...really knowledgeable team that put themselves out to sort my vans electrics so I could go on holiday! I will be using them from now on when I need work done. 10/10 from us"
"James did a fantastic job for us. Right from the initial design stage we had a budget to work to and he delivered to a really high standard even though he came up against delays. Overall we were really happy with our dream van and we have had loads of adventures trouble free. There is no other company in the area that comes close to him. Thanks again!"
Why Choose Vantage Customs
Why Choose Vantage Customs Vantage Customs specializes in bespoke campervan conversions, distinguishing itself through a foundation of extensive automotive expertise. James Blakey, the company's leader, is an auto electrician with over 25 years in the industry. His background includes composite manufacturing from the McLaren P1 hybrid hypercar program. Blakey also spent two years with McLaren Special Operations, delivering projects to high-end clients. This experience underpins the company's commitment to high-quality workmanship and innovative conversion techniques. Vantage Customs focuses on creating unique, one-off builds tailored to individual client requirements. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services for campervans. These include full conversions, general repairs, and specialized upgrades for electrical, plumbing, and gas systems. Notably, Vantage Customs provides Gas Safe Certification for all gas installations, ensuring adherence to safety standards. Their expertise extends to custom upholstery, paintwork, and the integration of modern technology. Builds frequently feature high-end components such as Victron electrical and solar systems, lithium batteries, and Truma heating. The company's designs benefit from James Blakey's personal passion for van life, offering practical insights into functionality. This dedication to detail and client satisfaction is frequently noted in customer testimonials.
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Unit 19
Bowerhill
Broad Lane Farm, Wiltshire, SN12 6RJ
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Vantage Customs specializes in bespoke conversions for a range of van models. They commonly work with popular brands such as VW, Peugeot, Mercedes, Ford, Land Rover, and MAN vehicles. The company focuses on creating one-off custom builds tailored precisely to each client's specifications for their dream van life.
Vantage Customs is situated at Broad Lane Farm in Melksham, Wiltshire. This location is in South West England, offering convenient access from Bristol and Bath. The workshop can be found at Unit 19, Broad Lane Farm, Bowerhill, Melksham, SN12 6RJ, nestled in the beautiful countryside.
Vantage Customs provides comprehensive services, including full bespoke campervan conversions. They also offer general and specialist repairs, electrical system installations, plumbing, and gas system work. Additional services include custom upholstery, paintwork, pop-top roof installations, and essential certifications like electrical sign-off and Gas Safe certification.
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