When buying mobility vans you can choose between two main types including full size and minivans. Many of them will come equipped with electric wheelchair and scooter lifts, as well as mobility accessories such as hand controls and seat transfers. The van should be outfitted with the features and options that make driving easier. This will greatly improve your mobility options by allowing you to more easily get to and from the store, the doctor, and other places where you want to go. Riding in a standard car can be dangerous because it is difficult to get in and out. Mobility vans provide a method of getting in and out of the van in a safe manner.

The Full Sized Van

Another option to consider is the full sized van.  Full-size mobility vans offer more height and floor room for wheelchairs users and use a lift (not a ramp) to enter and exit the vehicle.  It is a larger vehicle overall so costs to fuel it tend to be higher than a minivan.  Also, if you have never driven a full size van, some folks think it is a little harder to manage in parking spaces and on the road in general.  It is still a great option for those who need more head room and or cannot fit their family in a smaller van.  

The Minivan

The minivan is one of the most consumer-appreciated and commonly available vehicles.  Various manufacturers produce it.  A standard minivan from a dealership can, in most cases, be modified to include accessible features for those with disabilities. This usually takes 4-6 weeks if you are sending your van away to be modified.  This is not always possible, but it can be done on many chassis types. 

The van should be outfitted with the features and options that make driving easier. This will greatly improve your mobility options by allowing you to more easily get to and from the store, the doctor, and other places where you want to go.

Always test drive your vehicle. You will have a number of features in your accessible vehicle and you will need to test them all while you are out on the road. Make sure you will be comfortable using all the special features. Spend some time on this and do not rush it. The vehicle that you purchase will be with you for a long time to come.

Don't give up if you don't find a brand new vehicle in your price range.  Even if the accessories that you desire are too expensive, there are still options available to you.  You can look into purchasing a used accessible vehicle that has already had all of the conversions, or you might consider seeking out refurbished mobility lifts and restraint systems to install.  Make sure your dealer is an authorized dealer who is licensed and bonded to sell handicap vehicles, has a used car dealer's license and/or a broker's license.

Mobility Van dealer can make sure that you have the best mobility equipment for the job.  Furthermore, the wheelchair van dealer will make sure that only the highest quality mobility equipment is installed during the van conversion – particularly if the dealer participates in the National Mobility Equipment Dealer's Association (NMEDA) Quality Assurance Program (QAP).