How a custom headlight build works, step by step
Every step of a custom headlight build, from your photos and spec to the video call sign-off, testing and fitting.
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A custom headlight build runs from photos and a spec, through a deposit that takes your place in our build queue, to a video call sign-off before the headlights are sealed, then testing and fitting. Here is each step, and what you can expect from us along the way.
The process, step by step
- Send us photos. Photos of your car and its headlights, and any builds of ours you like. If a build photo is stuck in your head, send it.
- Settle the spec. Your model's page shows the options and a starting price. We go through the spec with you by message and a call or video call: angel eye shape and colour, eyebrows, demon eyes, projectors, high beam, paintwork and lenses. For a one-off design we draw up a mock-up first.
- Get your quote. We price the full build and send you the quote, line by line, with one total.
- Pay the deposit. A 25% non-refundable deposit takes your place in the build queue, with the balance due on completion. You do not have to pick every option at the deposit stage.
- Your spec goes in writing. Everything agreed is written on your order before anything is built. If you change the spec later, we update the order and confirm the new price with you in writing.
- Your place in the queue. We tell you where you are in the queue and update you when your build starts.
- Your headlights reach us. Your own headlights, a second set, or our exchange set where we hold your model. They must be with us by 10am on your booking day. You can send them in or drop them off in advance.
- Check-in. We photograph your headlights when they arrive and send you a check-in report by the end of that day, noting anything already damaged or missing.
- The build. Your headlights are built to the spec on your order. While your build is worked on, we send you updates with photos or short videos.
- Your sign-off. Before anything is sealed, we show you the finished build on a video call. Small choices that can only be judged on the bench are settled then. If they are your own headlights, we send photos from every angle and ask for your approval in writing before we seal them.
- Sealed and tested. Once you are happy, the headlights are sealed, pressure tested and run in before they leave us.
- Fitting or collection. We fit your headlights at our unit in Oldbury on a booked fitting day, or ship them worldwide. The balance is paid before release, and you sign a handover document.
How long does a custom build take?
A full custom build is a long wait, and we tell you so up front. Builds are grouped by model, hardware comes in batches from abroad, and some parts take weeks to arrive from the US.
If you want something sooner, a prebuilt unit is already built and supplied on exchange, where we hold one for your model.
Changing your spec
You can change your spec, but every change is priced by us and confirmed in writing, and a change can move your build date. It is worth settling the spec you really want at the start: options added afterwards usually cost more than building them in from day one.
What we need from you
- Clear photos of your car and headlights, from the front.
- Your registration, so we can confirm the exact headlight.
- Time for a call or video call to settle the spec, and later for the sign-off.
- Your headlights, with us by 10am on your booking day.
Common questions
How much is the deposit for a custom headlight build?
The deposit is 25% of the total and is non-refundable. It takes your place in the build queue, and the balance is paid on completion.
Do I need to choose every option before paying the deposit?
No. You do not have to choose every option at the deposit stage. The full spec is settled with us and written on your order before the build starts.
Will I see my headlights before they are sealed?
Yes. We show you the finished build on a video call before sealing, and on your own headlights we ask for your approval in writing first.
Can I use my own headlights?
Yes. A custom build can use your own headlights, a second set you send us, or our exchange set where we hold your model.
Do you fit custom headlights?
Yes. We fit custom builds at our unit in Oldbury on a booked fitting day, or ship them worldwide.
Is there a warranty?
Yes. Every custom headlight build comes with a 1 year warranty on our build and workmanship.
Start your build
Choose your vehicle to see the options and starting price, or WhatsApp us on 0121 295 1900 with photos of your car.