Buses & Coaches
We can custom build buses, coaches and truck bodies. Have a look at the galleries below to see what work we have undertaken in the past.
MAN TGM 4×4 15-290
AJ Hackett Bungy NZ took possession of their brand new truck bus in late June 2017. This bus can seat 44 passengers in recliner 3 point seat belted imported seats.
Open window between body & cab allows for clear lines of communication
Built upon a MAN TGM4x4
Runs on 14ton GVM road user
All labour & parts (excluding seats) NZ sourced and supplied – keeping it kiwi made
Build time 18-19 weeks
Cab tilt for access to engine.
Specially modified pivot door
Custom built centre console for audio, PA, usb ports and coffee holder
SR70 air conditioning unit + 2 Webasto air heaters
MAN 15-290 4×4 Tilt cab 44 seater Truck Bus
NZSKI have 4 x purpose built ski buses with the 5th nearing completion
Cab with open window between body for ease of communication
Customized lined lockers to protect skis and allow liquid drainage
Customized centre console for audio, PA, usb ports & coffee holder
Last photo courtesy of NZSKI
Mercedes UNIMOG U430 4×4
There is no other in the world built to this standard.
Built to operate for Mt Cook Hermitage on rough terrain
14 seater - individually operated on air suspension
Seatbelts are BE-GE 4 point harness, with one click system for easy secure/release
First in NZ to pair these seats and seatbelts
KRS Thermo King air-conditioning unit
Multi-lingual audio system installed, capable of being geo-tapped
LED strip interior mood lighting
One-off Kiwi designed and built rear cowling housing the unique rear entrance foldaway step
Glass panel roof
Industrial grade material with UV protection
Metallic painted
As with all our builds 24 hour nationwide backup support
Mercedes-Benz OC500RF/3 50 SEATER 5 star COACH
This 3 axle Mercedes-Benz build with all the bells and whistles is the first 5-star coach out of Ashburton in over 20 years. It was a real community effort, using as many locally based suppliers & contractors as possible. The coach even featured in the local Santa Parade!
5 star coach built to high exacting standards for tour operator Mussons Coachlines Christchurch
49 European recliner coach seats with 3 point seat belts
KRS Thermo King air-conditioning unit
LED strip interior mood lighting
Unique European rear tail lights in one-off Kiwi designed and built rear cowling
4 way camera capable for continual interior/exterior monitoring
Fully customised Drivers Seat area
Customised dash with switches locally laser etched
Ample underfloor carpeted lockers 1m high for ease of stand-up roll in luggage
Glow in the dark front and rear Mercedes – Benz emblems
2550 wide body allowing extra aisle width for passenger comfort
SR70 air conditioning unit + 2 Webasto air heaters
Industrial grade material - fabrics & carpets with UV protection
Parcel tray free of cumbersome speaker boxes and support brackets
Drivers additional air condition ducting for cool and warmth
Canadian built electrical blinds designed to withstand extreme temperature fluctuations
Two 20” motorised fold down TV monitors
18ton RUC
State of the art latest edition fully monitored artificial intelligent toilet cubical
Wall mounted interior radiator heaters designed to keep constant temperature overnight without motor running
Central locking on all locker doors
As with all our builds 24 hour nationwide backup support
OPERATUNITY NZ
Operatunity NZtook possession of their brand new truck bus late September 2019. This highly spec’d custom build can seat 8 passengers in 1stclass,recliner 3 point seat belted,leather seats.
Open window between body & cab allows for clear lines of communication
Built upon a Isuzu NQR 500 CVL AMT 4x2
Build time 15-17 weeks
Rear specially modified to incorporate a Palfinger lift
Mongoose alarm with PIR sensors plus main door and luggage door sensors
Custom fabricated leather recliner seats with 3 point seat belts
Passenger USB and coffee cups holders
Runs on road user, driven with a Class 2
Cab tilt for access to engine.
Custom build luggage/tie down railing area to accommodate heavy expensive musical instruments and costumes
Air conditioning unit for humid Auckland conditions
Entire bus wrapped with state-of-the-art sign writing
All labour & parts (excluding seats) NZ sourced and supplied – keeping it kiwi made
Body design & seat configuration easily adapted to suit any variety of truck chassis
ISUZU 4 STAR 41 SEATER COACH
This Isuzu build with all the bells and whistles took 20 weeks to complete using all kiwi sourced parts keeping it kiwi made.
4star coach recently sold by Blackwells Christchurch to Blenheim
41 recliner coach seats on Isuzu LT434-R Chassis with galvanized steel frame
SR 70 Thermo King air-conditioning unit
12,250kg GVM
European seats
Full LED lights including latest LED headlights from Hella
Electric heated mirrors and Cannon mirror arms
Reversing camera
Air suspended seat belted Drivers Seat
All labour & parts (excluding seats) NZ sourced and supplied – keeping it kiwi made
ISUZU 4×4 23 SEAT SKI BUSSES FOR NZSKI
NZ Ski bus Isuzu NPS 450 4×4 chassis 23 seater
Delivered start of the 2016 ski season
9 week build time
Currently working on the Remarkables Skifeld in Queenstown
ISUZU 4×4 23 SEAT SKI BUSSES FOR NZSKI
MAN 37 SEATER 4.5 STAR COACH
Recliner seats with 3 point seat belts
Fold up 18.5″ TV and DVD
Touch screen Radio/DVD Player with rear version camera built in
Alloy wheels
Built in dash using the MAN instrument panel
Built in webasto air heater for heating coach over night or when engine is off
Lockers 6.85 CU.M – height of 1 meter
Thermo King SR50 unit
Log book holder
Plug encased door
Chain locker built into rear wheel arches
LED lights
Latest MAN head lights
ISUZU FSD 650 SCHOOL BUS FOR CAREW PEEL FOREST SCHOOL
Carew Peel Forest School too possession of their brand new school bus in early April. This school bus has new Stylerider seats with a 3 point seatbelt and is capable of transporting 58 primary school passengers or 42 secondary school or adult passengers.
Windowscreen Stoneguard & Sunvisor
Thermoking SR 50 heat cooled unit
Truck has tilt cab action for ease of access to motor
Front & Rear LED WigWag lights Cab spoiler & flaring fabricated to keep body lines smooth
Fully automated door system which when 5km/hr or higher is reached, automatic close operation and then disengages the open switch. Entrance door has a camera which displays the feed onto a touch stereo located on the dash when door is open.
LED strip lighting running the length of bus above the parcel trays. Double eyeball air vents above each seat. High gloss white finish on ceiling panel.
Access door for ease of checking the engine oil and coolant eliminating need to tilt cab
42 Adult or Secondary school passengers or 58 Primary school passengers
12T GVM
ISUZU FSD 650 SCHOOL BUS FOR WINCHESTER SCHOOL
Winchester School took possession of their brand new school bus in late January 2017. This school bus can seat 45 adults or 65 primary children being bench seats.
Open window between body & cab allows for clear lines of visibility for supervision
Built upon a Isuzu FSD 650 series with an Alison gearbox, running a 6 cylinder, 24valve engine, 240hp
Build time 12-13 weeks
Runs on 12ton GVM road user
Easy access to check oil & water refill container via a custom designed door panel means no heavy truck cab lift required.
Integrated wigwag lights to school bus signs
All parts & labour locally sourced and supplied – keeping it kiwi made.
ISUZU FSD 650 SCHOOL BUS FOR MT SOMERS SPRINGBURN SCHOOL
Mt Somers Springburn School took possession of their brand new school bus in late January 2019. This school bus has new Stylerider seats with a 3 point seatbelts and is capable of transporting 36 intermediate, secondary school or adult passengers or 51 primary school passengers.
Window Screen Stone Guard
Thermoking SR 50 heat & cooler unit
Truck has full open cap for ease and comfort of communicating with passengers
Front & Rear LED WigWag lights
Cab spoiler & flaring fabricated to keep body lines smooth
Fully automated door system which when 5km/hr or higher is reached, automatically closes operation and then disengages the open switch.
LED strip-lighting running the length of bus above the parcel trays. Double eyeball air vents above each seat. High gloss white finish on ceiling panel.
Access door for ease of checking the engine oil and coolant
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Truck Bodies
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Refurbishment
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Repairs
If you need repairs on your truck or trailer
Parts
Need parts for your truck or trailer? We can supply and fit anything you may need.
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“It’s not just Brendon’ s strong work ethic and superior attention to detail that has led to his outstanding reputation within the industry. Brendon is known within the coach building community as an honest, reliable, hardworking, meticulous and thorough tradesman. His “can do” attitude and ability to “get the job done” will give any customer confidence in their decision to contract BT Coachbuilders and his highly experienced team to build their next project”
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