Cheeky Kiwi Travel provides small fully guided tours to the adventurous traveller throughout New Zealand. For a smoother, more comfortable journey we at Auto Transform provided a customised luxury passenger fitout with carpet lining and leather bucket seats for a comfortable ride.
Details add to the experience such as USB/USB-C sockets for every seat providing convenient charging on the go, a custom luggage rack for easy access to bags, and a PA system allowing the guide to provide an entertaining and informative commentary. A unique rear beam setup gives an extended, unobstructed luggage space.
This fitout includes: 2 + 3 + 3 +4 seating configuration | Extended luggage space | Carpet lining
Cheeky Kiwi’s newest fleet fitout from Auto Transform is perfect for the high standard of their group tours, operating across New Zealand and visiting the top 10 amazing destinations.
With 23 vans in operation, comfort, reliability, and longevity are essential to their business. This is why Cheeky Kiwi Travel turned to Auto Transform for a fitout that would meet those specific needs, ensuring a smooth and comfortable experience for their travellers. As Rhys Utting, General Manager, noted
“Comfort’s the main thing for us. Comfort, reliability and something that will last.”
With vehicles like Cheeky kiwi’s that undergo extensive usage, taken up to half a million kilometres, durability is key. There is a need for a solution that can withstand the rigors of frequent use. Durable fitouts are essential for keeping the vans on the road longer and reducing maintenance costs. The team highlighted how impressed they’ve been with Auto Transform’s quality, saying,
“We need a fitout that’s not going to fall apart, break after a short period of time. The fitout from Auto Transform has been fantastic, the quality is second to none. They don’t cut any corners; whatever they promise they’re going to deliver, they deliver. Which is cool.”
Beyond just the high-quality fitouts, Auto Transform also excels in another area that sets them apart from the rest—communication. It’s not just about building a great fitout; it’s about building a relationship that fosters trust and understanding. Auto Transform takes the time to understand what you need. As Rhys put it –
“The team is awesome. Quality is second to none, and communication is flawless.
Whenever I need something—whether it’s measuring, specs, or quotes—I can always count on Auto Transform to get it done. Whatever we ask, they make it happen, and that’s really impressive.
It’s not always like that, but having somebody that appreciates the business and is willing to work hard to get it. Yeah, it goes a long way for me.”
One thing that really stood out to Cheeky Kiwi when working with Auto Transform was their exceptional attention to detail and their willingness to go above and beyond. From the fitout process to ongoing support. It’s these thoughtful, practical features that show their commitment to delivering more than just the basics.
“I think that the one of the things that surprised me was really going over and above. Good attention to detail and in the finishing. An example of this is their work on our PA system fitouts. They added extra ports throughout the vans, making it much easier to connect everything up.
With the seats – the way Auto Transform handles the installation sets them apart. The carpets are neatly overlocked and sealed, and the seats are securely fixed to the floor. These small but important details contribute to a higher level of quality, making the fitouts more robust and long-lasting than what we’ve seen elsewhere.
The aftermarket support from them has been wicked. We’re so pleased that we have a few more vans getting an Auto Transform fitout… it’s nice to know they’re going to be done right.”
