Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty Ltd) (“Ford South Africa”) is proud to announce the official launch of the Ford Pro™ Convertor (FPC) programme, marking a new chapter in the company’s vehicle conversion services tailored for the commercial market.
The FPC programme replaces the previous Qualified Vehicle Modifiers (QVM) initiative with a refreshed brand aligned to the global Ford Pro platform. This evolution delivers enhanced assurance, quality and support for customers requiring specialised vehicle conversions.
The Ford Pro™ Convertor programme empowers Ford-approved convertors to carry out modifications on select Ford Ranger, Everest and Transit product lines to meet a broad spectrum of commercial and industrial needs.
Whether it’s drop side (a bakkie with sides that fold down to create a flat load bed), ambulances, emergency response vehicles, armoured protection cars, mining and construction support vehicles, or any other bespoke conversions, all modifications undergo meticulous Ford approval and auditing processes. This ensures that conversions meet Ford’s high quality standards, maintain functional integrity and preserve the original factory warranty on all non-modified components.
By approving the conversion methods and convertor partners, Ford guarantees that customers receive vehicles with optimal performance and safety, all supported by Ford South Africa’s extensive dealer network. This approach ultimately gives customers complete peace of mind when investing in vehicles tailored to their specific operational needs.
Customers can engage with their preferred Ford dealer who will direct them to the FPC that can align with their exact conversion requirements. Following a detailed consultation and quotation process – and once payment or finance arrangements are finalised, the dealer will coordinate with the approved convertor to complete the modifications. Lead times typically range from 4-6 weeks but can vary, based on the complexity and nature of the individual conversion project.
The conversion process does not affect the vehicle’s original warranty or service plan; the factory warranty remains valid for all non-modified portions, while the conversion itself is covered by the approved convertor’s warranty, which aligns in duration with the factory coverage of four years or 120 000 kilometres, whichever comes first.
In addition, the approved convertor issues a Homologation Certificate upon completion, ensuring that the vehicle is legally registered in its converted form and can be sold without the need to revert to its original specification.
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