We receive numerous enquiries regarding the services we offer, and occasionally, some individuals ask about services that we do not provide. Our goal is to facilitate a seamless experience for everyone who interacts with us.
A quick guide to what we do at FuneralCar
Got a question?
No problem.
We have made efforts to clearly outline our range of services on our website and in our brochures. This way, potential clients can easily understand what we specialise in and avoid any confusion.
Furthermore, we encourage open communication, so if you have any other questions or need further clarification, please feel free to reach out to our customer service team. They’re always ready to assist you and provide detailed information to ensure you find the right fit for your needs.
Yip, this is what we do
Do you work specifically with the funeral industry?
Yip. We offer specialised vehicle solutions for the funeral industry, including hearse conversions, related builds, guidance on purchasing vehicles for various applications, and support for parlours looking to dispose of their existing fleet.
Do you convert vehicles for cross-border countries?
Yip. We convert vehicles for cross-border countries and manufacture hearse floors along with related industry products. Our conversions and products are sold on an ex-works basis, which means that the completed product can be collected from us, the manufacturer, either in person or through a logistics company.
We have built and converted for the following countries:
- Australia
- Democratic Republic of Congo
- Eswatini
- Lesotho
- Namibia
- South Africa
- Tanzania
- Zimbabwe
Do you build ambulances?
Yip. We convert panel van-type and bus-type vehicles into ambulances.
Do you build hearses?
Yip. We convert panel van type vehicles into hearses, offering a variety of options to match your budget and personal style preferences.
Do you build removable roller floors?
Yip. We build non-raised and raised roller floors that is custom made to fit your specific vehicle, with a variety of wood and roller options to choose from.
Do you build collection and repatriation vehicles?
Yip. We convert bakkie-type, panel van-type and bus-type vehicles for repatriation or collections. Depending on the application, these vehicles can be refrigerated if there is a requirement.
Do you have certifications in place to convert vehicles?
Yip. We are certified and approved to convert and homologate vehicles with the following approved accreditations:
- NRCS (National Regulator of Compulsory Specifications)
- ISO9001
- Mercedes-Benz VanPartner
- OEM Approved
- Mercedes-Benz South Africa
- LDV South Africa
- Hyundai South Africa
- Kia South Africa
- Renault South Africa
- Ford Motor Company of South Africa
- Proton South Africa
- Foton South Africa
- Toyota South Africa
- Stellantis
- Motus
Do you sell trailers?
Yip. We sell equipment and repatriation trailers.
Do your conversion and hearse floors come with a warranty?
Yip. Our conversions and hearse floors come with a standard warranty of one (1) year.
Nope, we don’t do this
Do you stretch vehicles?
Nope. We do not stretch vehicles for the funeral industry as we are a NRCS (National Regulator of Compulsory Specifications) accredited builder and therefore cannot compromise the structural integrity of the vehicle.
A stretched vehicle refers to a sedan, SUV, or van that has been cut in half, extended, and then welded back together. This process allows for various conversions, including gull wings, additional wings, or large glass panels.
Do you manufacture trailers?
Nope. We do not manufacture hearse or equipment trailers.
Do you sell hearse trailers?
Nope. We do not sell hearse trailers.
Can I hire trailers, family vehicles or hearses from you?
Nope. We are not a vehicle rental company; thus, we do not provide family vehicles, trailers, or hearses for this purpose. We suggest that you contact your nearest rental outlet for your requirements.
Do you offer vehicle finance?
Nope. We are not a financial institution and therefore do not provide solutions to purchase vehicles.
Do you lease vehicles?
Nope. We are not a leasing company and therefore do not provide financing for asset usage through lease agreements with individuals or other businesses.
Do you sell funeral policies?
Nope. We do not sell funeral policies and we are not a funeral parlour.
Do you offer support in starting a funeral parlour business?
Nope. This area is not within our expertise, so we are unable to provide support for starting a funeral parlour business. From finance to equipment, we are regrettably not your team.
However, if you require guidance in terms of what vehicle applications you might require for your parlour, then we are the people you can speak to.