Specialist Vehicle Conversions: The commercial vehicle conversion industry is highly specialised and extremely competitive. However, Osborne Motors knows that it simply isn't an option to stand still in a world of fast-paced technological advancements.
Our family company has been in operation since 1920 and has evolved over the years to be at the cutting edge of this market. Osborne Motor Bodies has gone from strength to strength since the early days of coachbuilding, when Rex William Osborne designed and built a removable container which dropped into the dickie seat of a local butcher's Clyno car.
Over the decades, we have built a strong reputation for quality craftsmanship with an eye for fine detail, with new technology being adopted quickly. Even today, during a time of economic turmoil, our team goes out of its way to support our customers with their dedication to delivering the perfect specialist vehicle conversions to fit their needs.
Why choose Osborne Motors?
We work closely with our clients to produce conversion plans and ideas. We can help you even if you need a new vehicle layout designed, built and fitted out but don't know where to start.
Our adaptability makes us truly unique in the world of specialist vehicle conversions. We understand that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to commercial vehicle conversions, and we always listen carefully to what our customers want and need from their vehicles.
Another factor to consider is that vehicle safety regulations change over the years as technology advances and customers require more from their vehicles. We are proud to be innovation leaders and are not afraid to think outside the box to deliver the exact results you need while adhering to the latest vehicle safety regulations.
We love a challenge and will go out of our way to come up with a solution that works for everyone. It is what makes our work exciting and keeps our team of vehicle technicians happy and motivated.
Old-fashioned values in a modern world
Although we pride ourselves on our ability to adopt new technology and adapt our service delivery accordingly, we have always retained our sense of old-fashioned values and an instinct for delivering quality craftsmanship. No matter whether we work on a complete vehicle conversion or are simply adding dropsides to commercial flat-bed lorries – we always work with our customers to understand what they want and why they need it.
We understand that no two businesses are precisely the same, so why would you want to work with a generic commercial vehicle that isn't ideal for your needs? Our outstanding customer service and careful attention to detail underpins everything we do.
When you book a specialist vehicle conversion with Osborne Motors, we ensure we understand every aspect of your business so we can deliver what you need. This is how we have always operated – it is what gives our team the edge when planning your vehicle conversion.
There has always been a lot of change in this industry, but we still hold true to our original founder's beliefs. We know that business owners will need specialist vehicle conversions for many years to come, and we look forward to working with new and old customers to deliver what they need.
Who do we work with?
Osborne Motor Bodies Ltd works with a wide variety of businesses for specialist vehicle conversions, including:
- Utility companies: Osborne Motor Bodies is an industry-recognised specialist in the utility vehicle sector. We have a long history of working with leading utility companies in the UK to create custom-made vehicles for tasks such as overhead line work, oil and gas operations, and general box van workshops.
- Commercial fleets: We can convert standard vans, trucks, and other commercial vehicles to meet the specific needs of any business. We have a wide range of experience in converting vehicles for a variety of purposes, including delivery, logistics, and mobile workshops.
- Glass-carrying vehicles: We are the premier destination for transforming your standard van into a safe, efficient glass carrier. We carry the complete range of Supertrucks glass carrying equipment, renowned for its compatibility with most van manufacturers. This means whether you drive a Ford, Mercedes, or Peugeot, we have the expertise and equipment to tailor a solution specifically for your vehicle.
- Milk float conversions: We understand the unique needs of milk deliveries and offer seamless transformations of standard vans into efficient milk floats. We can add refrigeration units and shelving systems designed for easy cleaning and maximum capacity to keep your deliveries organised. Our shutter solutions are tailored to your specific needs, offering weather protection and security.
- Specialist businesses: We also have experience converting vehicles for more specialist companies, such as camper van and horsebox conversions, into unique mobile business vehicles, such as coffee bar and snack vendors, dog groomers and more.
No matter what type of business you have, Osborne Motor Bodies can help you create a vehicle that is ideally suited to your needs. Our experienced engineers and vehicle technicians can design and build any conversion, from simple racking and shelving for a mobile mechanic or field engineer to complex bespoke builds.
Specialist Vehicle Conversions - Contact us
Do not hesitate to contact us if you need your work vehicles adapted to better suit the needs of your business. Fill in our contact form, and a team member will be in touch to discuss how we can help make your commercial vehicle work more efficiently for you.

