Wheelchair Vans and Disability Cars

Do you wan’t to drive or have a car thats been adapted? Owning such an item can enable you to have complete freedom and ultimate mobility. You can travel in the UK and overseas, at your own pace, in comfort and in style!

An addapted disabled car, or wheelchair van can get you completely mobile!

For many disabled people private cars and vans are the only form of transport that is accessible and completely suitable for their needs. Many cars and vans have such a design of vehicles that restrict access for disabled people. Here we list cars and vans that are purpose built or adapted for purpose.

FOLDING CAR VAN DOG BIKE WHEELCHAIR LOADING 3FT RAMP US $86.63 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Saturday Jan-10-2009 9:45:00 PST Bid on this Item | Watch this Item

FOLDING CAR VAN DOG BIKE WHEELCHAIR LOADING 3FT RAMP US $86.63 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Monday Jan-12-2009 11:15:00 PST Bid on this Item | Watch this Item

FOLDING CAR VAN DOG BIKE WHEELCHAIR LOADING 3FT RAMP US $86.63 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Tuesday Jan-13-2009 8:15:00 PST Bid on this Item | Watch this Item

wheelchair access van fiat fiorino 1992 ramp and winch US $75.99 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Jan-14-2009 12:33:00 PST Bid on this Item | Watch this Item

Buying a wheelchair van or disability car is a major investment and there is no room for error. Different people will require different accessories and adaptations, be sure to get a full list of customisations and door widths, carrying capacity and weight limits to ensure it is suitable for you needs before you purchase.Her’s a quick but not exhaustive checklist for you:

*Detailed itemized adaptive equipment and modification list
*If there is a need for restraints or side supports
*If there is a need for back and neck support
*Best way to tie chairs down and secure them in the vehicle
*If the driver is able to make a transfer to a seat
*If there will be sufficient head clearance for your self
*Whether or not there is an option to kneel the vehicle down (more for paraplegics) this lowers the angle and allows to come up the ramp.

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