Todd Doney, a property broker, used to spend three or four hours a day stuck behind the wheel of his Bentley in traffic jams, reports The Economist. No more. Now, thanks to his purchase of a customised vehicle from Becker Automotive Design, he spends that time talking to clients on the phone, returning emails, and going over documents.
The firm specialises in converting Cadillac Escalades, a luxury SUV, or Mercedes Sprinters, a panel van (pictured). But after conversion, the feel will be more like that of a luxury private aircraft. The customised cars offer "incomparable comfort", says The Robb Report.
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The conversion cost depends on which of the numerous options and details you choose. Becker Cadillac Escalade ESV conversions start from around $150,000; the Becker JetVan conversions range from $200,000 to $450,000. Delivery can be arranged anywhere in the world from the company's California base.
For full details, seebeckerautodesign.com.
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