Is it Cheaper to Choose a Vehicle Conversion?

Are you trying to decide between a vehicle conversion for your existing van, buying a new or second hand accessible vehicle or simply renting wheelchair vans as you need the transportation? If so, you might be finding it difficult to determine which option makes the most sense economically, and which serves your mobility needs the best.

Vehicle conversions are a great choice for those mobility challenged passengers and drivers who already own a van of the right dimensions but that is too high off the ground or narrow inside to comfortably accommodate a wheelchair user. Rental vans, on the other hand are much better suited to people who don't want the commitment of owning and maintaining their own car and who travel infrequently or make use of public transport for short trips.

Rental vans are also very useful to mobility challenged people travelling in foreign countries who have had to leave their wheelchair vans behind. The availability of accessible vans for hire makes it easy for mobility challenged people to enjoy the freedom of self directed travel. For everyday comfort and freedom, however, a vehicle conversion is undoubtedly the best, and most economical choice.

This is because you only have to pay once to get your conversion completed, after which you can enjoy unlimited travel. By choosing a high quality accessibility company to complete the procedure, you can expect to have the floor of your van lowered, non-slip surfaces applied and a higher capacity rear suspension put in place. All of these vehicle conversion modifications improve your daily way of life and guarantee a long lasting cost effective mobility solution.

Tips for Selling Used Wheelchair Vans

If you have decided that it is time to trade in your old wheelchair van for a newer model, or if you have realised that you don't use your mobility vehicle enough to justify the cost of keeping it maintained, then you might find that selling your used wheelchair van online or through a dealer can bring significant benefits. When selling your unwanted wheelchair van, keep these tips in mind to make sure that you find the right buyer and make the most out of your sale.

• Scratches and Dents

Some damage to your wheelchair van is inevitable and there is no need to hide dints and gouges in the bodywork of the vehicle. If you give an honest portrayal of the condition of your mobility vehicle, you can speed up the selling process and are more likely to get genuine and practical offers from buyers.

• Conversion Details

Remember to include a comprehensive list of the conversions and modifications made on the wheelchair van in your ad to help buyers find the vehicle most suitable for their needs. Your potential buyers are most likely looking for a specific mobility solution so you don't want to miss a sale by forgetting to mention a driving adaptation!

•  Making the Sale

It might seem obvious, but it still needs saying: don't give the keys away until you have been paid in full! Only accept cash, not a personal cheque, and make sure to write up a simple receipt stating the make and model of the mobility vehicle and the sale price.