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Introducing Vanshades X System

All Window Pods will now feature our new Vanshades X Blind System – find out more here.
Window Pods ordered after 23/09/24 will have the new X System blind, if you are looking to match our previous blind system please contact us.

Our product lead times are currently 4-5 weeks

Window Pods® are designed to fit to the steel window recess of the vehicle. Window Pods® are therefore not compatible with any plastic trim present around the window (e.g. Tourneo Custom). If you are unsure if this applies to your vehicle, please get in touch via email or phone before placing your order.

Maintain a stylish interior whilst improving privacy in your camper with the Vanshades Window Pod® D. The Window Pod® D fits the rear quarter fixed window on the offside of the long wheelbase variants of the Ford Transit Custom.

*Please be advised Spectrum RAL colours may not be true to real colours due to screen settings. It’s strongly recommended using the K7 Classic RAL colour swatches to match to your preference in person.

Please be advised our Window Pods are made from recycled ABS plastic, when ordering ‘Naked’ the Pods can be subject to some minor blemishes. The ‘Naked’ option is available for customers or convertors who wish to carpet the Pods themselves.

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£171.00 – £234.00

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Driver Position Right-Hand Drive (RHD)

Product Code WPFTCD Category Window Pod® Tag Ford Transit Custom

Ford Transit Custom | Window Pod® D | LWB Offside Rear Quarter (Fixed Window)

Window Position: Right (A, D, G, J, L, M)

Colours may not be true to real colours due to screen settings. Click here to order a free sample.

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Product Description

The Vanshades Original Window Pod® system is a camper van window blinds system that is an easy to install, pre-assembled blind and frame system which offers stylish privacy for all windows of your Ford Transit Custom camper van.

A tasteful alternative to curtains, Window Pods achieve a flawless modern finish to your windows and conversion whilst offering blackout and thermal qualities.

Our easy to install Window Pod® system is suitable for use at conversion stage, or to retro fit to existing conversions.

Vanshades X Blind System

All Window Pods will now feature our newly developed X System, a specially designed blind solution that improves functionality and durability.

New Blind System Features:

The previous protruding handle has been replaced with a precision-engineered X-profile aluminium rail for a sleeker, space-saving design
Functionality has been improved as the new rail can be operated by grabbing the scalloped edge at any point, eliminating the need to reach for the handle at the centre of the blind
Nylon plastic components are now glass-filled to prevent unwanted cord friction

Cellular Thermal/Blackout Features

The foil lined cellular pleated structure of our thermal blinds have been created to give a modern sleek look. The cellular design holds a layer of air which acts as an insulator, retaining heat in the winter and keeping your vehicle cool in the summer.

Foil lined honeycomb design
Retains heat in winter
Helps to keep you cooler in the summer
Reduces condensation
Provides a thermal barrier
Blackout as standard
Reduces noise pollution in your vehicle

Cass Davies

★★★★★ 5/5

“Bought a set of Vanshades recently. Outstanding quality and super easy to fit. Would recommend to anyone. Best product on the market. So worth it. Customer service team were even better. A1.”

Matt Cornwell

★★★★★ 5/5

“Vanshades… I don’t think there is another product that even comes close to these, the design and quality is amazing and we won’t build a camper without them at Custom Campers Ltd”

Chris Smith

Frequently Asked Questions

What do Window Pods look like from the outside of the vehicle? Is the blind colour the same on the outside?
As Window Pods® feature a thermal, blackout blind. Most blinds are white on the reverse (outside) to reflect light and heat. We have included two colours in our range which are coloured on the reverse which are Midnight and Wine.
What is a Window Pod and what are they made from?
A Window Pod is an ABS plastic frame vacuum formed to fit a window recess. The frame holds a polyester pleated blind which is completely blackout, with a foil lined honeycomb structure which adds thermal properties to the vehicle.
Can I fit a Window Pod behind my current kitchen splashback?
We manufacture our own splashbacks, and we can also offer a Window Pod or blind only (without frame) to be secured to the back of your existing splashback. This will be difficult to add to a splashback which is already installed in a vehicle!
I have bought a Vanshades splashback, how do I cut it to size?
As our splashbacks are sold by default in one size, they will need resizing to fit your vehicle. Whether you have an aluminium composite or acrylic splashback, they can be cut with a jigsaw and straight edge. We recommend using masking tape where you are cutting to avoid scratching and chipping.
Are Window Pods® compatible with Evo Motion Design kitchens?
As Evo kitchens are normally of a higher worktop height than most units. This can have an impact on a Window Pod for a sliding window behind the driver. We recommend using a splashback with an Evo kitchen.
Will the fitting of the product put any holes in the body of the vehicle?
As Window Pods are fitted with self-drilling screws, there will be holes in the steel bodywork of the vehicle, these are however all hidden by the product and are nowhere near any glass, electrics, or locks.
I have a rear wash wiper on my tailgate, will this affect the fitting of the Window Pod?
No, Window Pods have been designed with this in mind. The tailgate Window Pods® have a motor housing cover built in to cover the wiper motor.
Can the blinds be cleaned?
The blinds in Window Pods can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
What type of vans do you offer Window Pods for?
We currently manufacture Window Pods® for the VW T5/T6 and Ford Transit Custom (2013+). The pods are designed & precision engineered at our dedicated facility in South Yorkshire.
I’ve fitted a Window Pod to the sliding door of my vehicle, why won’t my door fully close?
You must have a VW factory sliding glass. Prior to fitting Window Pods®, you must remove the plastic trim cover on the top bar of the sliding window for the Window Pod to sit correctly. This is covered in our fitting guide provided with every order.

Change the entire look of your campervan

Guaranteed fit

The design of a Window Pod® starts with the raw data we gather by laser scanning the vehicle. This data allows our designers to understand every curve of the window recess and incorporate this into our designs to ensure a snug fit.

First class customer support

We offer a no quibble warranty on our Window Pods®. Our helpful staff are on hand to resolve customer queries quickly and efficiently. Our 5-star Google and Facebook reviews speak for themselves.

Exceptional quality

Our manufacturing process includes vacuum forming, CNC machinery and laser cutters, Window Pods® are manufactured by skilled operatives with no compromise to quality and finish.

Easy to install

Window Pods® come complete with all the required fittings and are easily installed in minutes, but don’t take our word for it, check out our how-to guides or visit our YouTube channel to see for yourself.

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A brand new premium finish for your WindowPod® in a huge range of RAL colours, brought to you by Vanshades. This new high-grade OEM finish is the perfect way to add colour and quality to your interior build.

5a Ashroyd Business Park,
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Vanshades is committed to improving our manufacturing processes and minimising our impact on the environment. 100% of our waste plastic material is recycled and converted back into useable materials.

Google Rating

4.9

Based on 247 reviews

VanShades

4.9

Diane Webster

13:12 01 Oct 24

Had our van shades delivered recently, very well packed, complete with all the screws required.Have only fixed one in our van and it went in perfectly. If the others go as well as the first, everything should be great.Very happy with the product, excellent advise from Van Shades, would certainly recommend to everyone who wants to put Van Shades in their Vans.

Ken Cornish

09:41 28 Sep 24

I called into Vanshades as I was passing, and was really impressed with the staff there,it's refreshing to come across staff with enthusiasm and knowledge of their products.As for the shades, I can't fault them, all fit,easy to fit,just look at the on line tutorialThe bottom line is they look great, and work well

Lisa

13:27 27 Sep 24

Fantastic customer service , great quality blind pod which makes our ford custom van look awesome,We would definitely recommend Vanshades.Big thank you to Louise & Jake

Margaret Taylor

12:50 27 Sep 24

Delighted with our blinds for our Ford Transit Custom Devon Firefly. I’ve had a busy few days recovering and adding more insulation to the door panels to match. Hubby was impressed with the fitting of them, well worth the 5 week wait

John Siddle

14:38 24 Sep 24

Absolutely outstanding after service from Van Shades, had a string broken on a blind, popped over to see them and got it all fixed in 15 minutes, good old fashioned customer service and even got a cup of coffee (nice) while I waited. Louise was charming and Zac did a great job. Keep up the good work with your outstanding products. I’d give more stars if I could.

David Morgan

09:40 19 Sep 24

Excellent quality really pleased with my storm trooper blind

Mike B

12:16 13 Sep 24

On the plus side the window pods look good when carpeted and seem to work well so far, on the minus side, my pods took 6 weeks to arrive ( not sure if this because I made a slight change to my order ) the carpeting video online only shows how to carpet the simple pod, It would be better if the video covered the pods with cut outs such as the sliding door as this is more tricky to carpet, also the location for screws to retain the barn door pods is not clear ( it is quite important to get these in the correct position ) and finally I didn't receive screws to fit my barn door pods when they are shown as included, not sure whySo if you purchase these pods remember to allow plenty of time for your order to arrive!

Viam Mercer

10:39 10 Sep 24

Fantastic product, fitted them all in about an hour which included removing the old curtains and cleaning up. I highly recommend that anyone building a van or who is looking for shades check these out.

Wayne Burke

23:40 07 Sep 24

Difficult to review! Still waiting to receive my order!

Steve Bryan

19:32 02 Sep 24

From first contact to order completion, Vanshades have been a pleasure to deal with. Quick response times from emails and they actually called me back when they said they would. Makes a refreshing change from other, not so 'customer focused' companies. I'll definitely be returning to purchase a WindowPod A. Thank you Vanshades!

william newman

13:36 29 Aug 24

Barn door window were bought to replace existing curtains the pods were well made look great and were a really simple fit couldn’t be more pleased with the look and fit well done Vanshades thanks very much

Mathew Haslam

11:18 28 Aug 24

I am new to VW Transporter's so finding my way!The website is clear , the assistance by telephone also helpful . I wanted Vanshades to fit my shade and chair pod and they did that with no problem too. Game set and match business for me!👏

Martin Donald Smith

14:35 27 Aug 24

Very impressive product! Well designed and produced. Fitted a set of these into my Ford transit custom today - barn doors and then a duo blind behind the driver and a duo blind behind the passenger on the sliding door. Easy enough to fit if you take your time. I’ve seen videos saying 90 seconds per blind but in reality you take longer. They look great, are ergonomic and really block out the light well. Took 5 weeks to arrive but the website does advise of lead times when ordering. Well worth the wait.

Mark Bunton

09:05 13 Aug 24

Just fitted my van shade, and it looks great.The quality and finish is excellent many thanks to everyone 👍

Madelaine Taylor

19:02 24 Jul 24

What a lovely company to deal with, from start to finish we experienced exceptional service, nothing was too much! A lovely friendly team. I would highly recommend their window pods, we absolutely love the end product, great quality and addition to our VW T5.

Benoit Rousse

09:36 24 Jul 24

I returned my window for a small technical problem and the return of the product is clean and more than functional.Efficiency / speed / attentive... from after-sales service to the mechanic, top-notch work!Thank you all, professional work!I highly recommend it, you can go there with your eyes closed!Thank you so much!Happy summer to you,Benoit

Jonathan Case

11:31 22 Jul 24

Great quality blinds whether for contents security or sleeping over. Highly recommended product with superb customer service and support.

Steve Stuart

09:59 15 Jul 24

Ordered a set of J & K Duo silver Carpeted Blinds for our new VW T6, waited patiently for about 5 weeks for them to be delivered which was fine as I am prepared to wait for something decent.When they did arrive I was really impressed with them until I started to fit them....On opening the boxes I noticed there was a long piece of L shaped plastic on one of the flyscreen's that was loose, that only lasted two long weekends in the van before it fell off ! I managed to repair by dismantling the whole thing and re fitting 3 small screws that had been very roughly thrown in position by whoever assembled it at the factory.The shades fit OK but their not as seamless as you would think, the build quality of my set was pretty poor, the carpet on the external edges was not folded over onto the back as it shows on their "How to carpet a Vanshade" video, which means there was an ugly black plastic 3mm visible border around the perimeter which looks terrible against the other carpeted panels. again this was something I spent a day rectifying, while I was at it I also relived the handle cut out for the sliding door which was just too tight and was binding with the handle trim.Gripes aside the do work really well and look great when carpeted properly, but when you are paying nearly £600 for a "finished product" you don't really expect to spend a day and a half sorting out issues that could have been sorted with 5 mins of care & attention at the factory.Would I buy them again ? Probably because their a great design and work really well, but sadly for me anyway, let down by poor workmanship.Knowing what I know now I would just order the Naked Duo Vanshades and do the carpeting and QC myself.

Callum Cooper

14:44 12 Jul 24

Very good product, the best looking out there and very easy to install, buzzing with them! Eve was extremely helpful with any questions I had, 10/10 customer service!

Dave

19:01 04 Jul 24

Excellent service and product.Will be using again for sure.

John Todd

16:44 30 Jun 24

Graeme McBride

08:18 28 Jun 24

Start to finish the team at Vanshades have been excellent. The quality of the product is second to none. I know there are some cheaper alternatives out there but, there's a reason they're cheaper. As the saying goes "you get what you pay for". Really are top quality blinds made easy to fit.The customer service is some of the best I've experienced in my life from regular emails to updates etc. Couldn't have asked for better.I would like to particularly thank Eve who went above and beyond to answer all my queries and sort me out with fantastic looking blinds.

Mervyn Shone

11:00 25 Jun 24

The window pods these guys do are top notch and look awesome once installed. I have to also big up the customer service as they were extremely helpful and polite. I messed up on the installation of one of the pods and ended up breaking it… The asked me to send it back and they would repair for free… How good is that !!

Jamie Mitchell

16:21 24 Jun 24

Fantastic product. Just what I was looking for. Great website where you can see exactly what you are installing.

Omar Baldaccioni

09:19 21 Jun 24

Purchased a set of window pods for my T5.1 and had to have the order sent to France, instead of my original address in the UK. Received excellent customer service throughout, thank you Eve! The Window shades themselves are fantastic, everything I wanted them to be, great product!

Paul Paintin

07:15 20 Jun 24

I cannot recommend these guys highly enough. The products are incredible, the WindowPods have transformed our VW T5, and I can finally bin off the sucker based thermal mats I've spent years sticking and unsticking to the windows...After a perfectly avoidable self induced issue whilst fitting one of them, I was invited to their HQ in Barnsley, where Rich, Jack and the team really looked after me, fixing the problem I'd caused myself, and going above and beyond in terms of customer care, even diagnosing a completely unrelated head scratcher of an issue, and pointing me in the right direction to get that sorted.If you're even remotely considering a purchase, stop dithering and get it done, you won't regret it.

Angela Buckley (Angela Buckley Co.)

16:06 02 Jun 24

I ordered the tailgate window pod for my T6, and although the delivery took a while, the wait was absolutely worth it. The craftsmanship is exceptional, with meticulous attention to detail even on the parts that are not visible. The quality is outstanding, making it well worth the cost.The customer service was also fantastic. When I reached out to inquire about the delivery timeline, they responded promptly with a personal and kind email. It’s evident that this product is made to order, and I would gladly wait again for such high-quality workmanship.One very happy customer here!

Lewis Noble

17:18 16 May 24

I collected a Loc8 sliding door table for my T6 today from VanShades. Excellent customer service, from Eve on the phone to a manager who clarified fitting advice and answered queries. And the Loc8 table itself? Very good, much better than the table fitted by our converters and in some ways better than the table fitted in the California we used to own. Very pleased. I might write another review specifically of the table after we have used it on a proper trip

Jacqui Hampson

09:48 15 May 24

Great Product, Great Service, Great People. Having bought a set of Pods for our new van conversion, In my mind, there is nothing on the market that can compete with the Vanshades Product and Service.

Darren Greaves

19:41 06 May 24

Vanshades the guys there are super helpful if you got any problems they get it sorted and keep you informed as for the vanshades for my vw t6 they were fantastic and straightforward to fit make a big difference to any van highly recommend 👍

Ian Parfitt

15:54 30 Apr 24

Highly recommend these excellent quality blinds, they always say you pay for what you get and these are definitely worth it! 5 Stars to all involved ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Michael Holmes

14:45 29 Apr 24

I have had a great customer experience with Vanshades. Their products are of a very high quality and a lot of thought and care has gone into their design and final products. When I contacted them to inquire about products and fixings their staff couldn’t have been more helpful. I would totally recommend this company and their products.

Daniel Yates

12:53 23 Apr 24

Firstly, the product, I have the pod and blind system fitted to my VW transporter T5-they are brilliant, smooth operation, look fantastic, as if they were fitted at the factory.They are especially important to me, as I use them in the summer to keep the interior of the van cool for my dog.Now for the best bit; customer service, second to none, if something goes wrong with a product, and I must stress, this was not through poor quality, the measure of a good company is how they resolve that matter.Van shades are amazing, item posted back to them, and returned as good as new in 3working days-exceptional customer service, great communications from Eve, and a very happy customer. Don’t entertain any other inferior products, buy Van shades!

Mum Thompson

17:25 21 Apr 24

Just wanted to say a massive thank you for our fantastic pod's. I must admit we didn't manage to fit them ourselves due to our van not being standard. Vanshades expert fitters did it. Customer service by Eve was brilliant, and being able to meet the expert fitters was a bonus (lovely guys).

Golf Spikes Direct

09:54 12 Apr 24

Top Class customer service from Vanshades! The product is as good as it gets! Quality and finish along with attention to detail makes Vanshades worth every penny.

Claire R

19:15 03 Apr 24

Fantastic product and customer service. Not only are the blinds a high quality product the customer service was exceptional. Unfortunately one of the blinds was damaged in transit. However upon emailing Vanshades to confirm and explaining that the van was due to go to the converters imminently they dispatched a replacement immediately and it was delivered the next day. Eve in particular was brilliant, highly professional and efficient thank you!

Ellie Rhodes

13:23 21 Mar 24

I've had Vanshades pods in my T5.1 for a few years now and I love them! They're super black out, but they're also amazing at insulating the van - which I never knew about them!I've recently been back in touch with them to have a fly screen fitted and they were so helpful. Eve was really fast at replying and very friendly and the team fitted the fly screen so fast. They're a great company that obviously care about what they do.

Dave Chappelow

10:24 21 Mar 24

I've had my binds filled over 4 years with no faults.Contacted customer service requesting a new blind handle as one was damaged by Bertie the dog chewing it only cosmetic damage.Eve very quickly responded sending a new handle out next day at no cost.Great Customer Service and support well done to all at Vanshades.

Adrian Dobson

15:06 15 Mar 24

A true 5 star company. Absolutely professional from start to finish. Dealing with Jack, Rich and Jake gave so us so much confidence. We had blinds fitted on our T6.1 at the Vanshades production facility and they were able to accommodate our needs even with a tricky fitment behind the splash back. We couldn't recommend Vanshades highly enough.

Guillermo Sanchez

22:59 14 Mar 24

Dean Elliott (Dean Elliott Photography)

17:21 03 Feb 24

Ordered three pods, two sliding doors and a rear tailgate. Arrived in good time and well packaged! Easy to follow instructions included, but also ample video tutorials available.The product itself is very well designed and the quality is also very good. A nice snug fit without interfering with the door seals.They have added a very stylish finish to my van, with the added benefit of being black out and colour matched to my interior.Thank you!

sean lambert

21:47 02 Feb 24

Isn't it good when you find a company that are professional, accommodating and true to their word.I've just got home from having a side shade fitted to my VW T5. The whole process from the initial phone call to driving away with my new "van Shades" blind was excellent. Absolutely excellent even!!!All the staff are courteous and attentive even though they are extremely busy.They have a very large, professional production facility which I'm sure they're going to out grow in the near future as the range of products and choice is vast.I chose a grey shade with grey material surround and it transforms my van immensely. The build quality is second to none too, and there's nothing out there (that I've seen) that comes close to this. So much better than curtains.I really appreciate the effort for fitting me in at such short notice (giving you only a few days to make my blind and Install it) even though I know you are absolutely pulled out with work.🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟A 5 star company where nothing is too much trouble.... I'll certainly be coming back when I want a blind for the rear window..Cheers guys and girls, all the very best for the future.From Sean.

Jason Grice

16:01 01 Feb 24

Ordered 3 shades for my transporter brilliant delivery,fitting instructions,fitted the shades within an hour excellent product many thanks.Jason

Gary Slater

14:13 27 Dec 23

Fantastic company. Upon visiting Vanshades for some advice on fitting their product to our van, they couldn't have been more helpful, especially Zak who even offered to fit them for us and did a much better job than we would have done, all staff we came into contact with were so helpful and friendly, I highly recommend the company and the product, amazing customer service.

jason brister

13:37 08 Dec 23

Vanshades window pods are brilliant, fitted 4 in 2hrs, that was taking out curtains and rails aswell, and they look fantastic.

s abrahams

10:04 05 Nov 23

Great Product and excellent service And a pleasure to do business with

James Anstee

15:25 04 Nov 23

Great products that work well and look smart. Just order the right pod for your window type! With great customer service to back it all up.

Michael Jackson

13:32 22 Oct 23

Great product east to fit. Instructions on you tube were easy to follow

Mike Grice

15:26 20 Oct 23

great product

Catherine Chapman

13:14 18 Oct 23

Fantastic shades… insulating, stylish … absolutely outstanding shades! Ditch your curtains! Totally cool!We also got the table for the sliding door !!!

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Change the entire look of your campervan

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First class customer support

Exceptional quality

Easy to install

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