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Vehicles

At Burstows, we have a fleet of professionally coach-built vehicles designed in every aspect to reflect the dignity of the occasion. From its subtle colours to the premium interiors, our fleet has the versatility to meet any special request you may have.

 

 

 

Trevor and Don's 1925 Master Buick hearse

This beauty is believed to be originally owned by Hislop Funerals. Trevor and Don Burstow found the Buick under a house in Sandgate and, recognising the vehicle's potential, immediately made the purchase.

With parts sourced far and wide and unavailable broken or missing parts painstakingly reproduced, this vehicle has been built by hand from the ground up over four years. From the firewall back, the timberwork and the extensive repairs to panels, including brasswork, the body has been hand fabricated by the tradesmen at Classic Ridz. Trevor and Don are proud to put this piece of history back into service.