Here’s what you should know before buying wheelchair vans
Wheelchair vans are modified and customized to suit the needs of people who are differently abled and want to drive or move around in their own vehicles. This is now possible due to some ingenious technological advances; your own vehicle and other commercial brand automobiles can now be modified to suit these requirements. You can easily rent wheelchair vans or buy them first hand, but here are a few shopping tips to help aid you while browsing for different wheelchair van models.
Choose from a variety of options: Today buyer is the king in any market, with so many choices and brands available at their disposal.
Dealership: It is advisable to buy wheelchair vans from dealers and dealerships who have been dealing in specialized merchandised and automobiles related to disability problems. This is to ensure that you are not taken for a ride while buying a custom vehicle and that the dealer will be able to explain the features and benefits of certain types of converted automobiles.
Quality and build matters: Since these vehicles have to be modified to suit the customer’s needs, shoddy workmanship will only result in a poor build and quality of the vehicle which will again compromise the safety. Beware of such customizations and have an expert serviceman check the quality of the vehicle before you take it out for a test drive.
Warranty matters: Vehicle warranty will ensure you don’t end up spending more than you can afford in case of any major repairs or breakdowns, which is why it is advisable to check the number of years for which the warranty will be applicable and what will be covered for the same. Check with a mobility consultant and see if the conversion is covered under the warranty.
Taking your time: When it comes to purchasing modified mobility vans, it is advisable to take your time owing to the number of factors and modifications that have to be considered and whether the vehicle will be feasible enough to drive safely. Factors like type of lifts, ramps, side entry modifications, rear entry modifications, van size and more have to be taken into account before any kind of purchase or lease can be made.
