Wheelchair Van Frequently Asked Questions
Accessible minivans, also known as wheelchair vans or ramp vans, have been remanufactured to offer unparalleled ease of access for wheelchair and scooter users. The floor has been substantially lowered and the van equipped with a lightweight ramp for easy entry and exit. A kneeling system lowers the rear suspension, decreasing the slope of the ramp even further when deployed. Both front seats are removable, enabling wheelchair users to drive or ride in the passenger position.
Access Mobility Vans offers several mobility conversions to meet a variety of budgets. We will carefully assess your needs and recommend the right vehicle in your price range.
Possibly, but certain conditions must be met. Only certain makes and models can be converted. Additionally, the vehicle cannot have too many miles, and is subject to inspection before the conversion process can begin.
While this can sometimes work, we recommend contacting us at Access Mobility Vans before purchasing a van. If you visit a car dealership first, you risk purchasing a vehicle that cannot be converted because it is the wrong model – or it may be the right model, but not equipped with the right options. At Access Mobility Vans we can help guide you through the process, we can even work with your preferred car dealer to ensure you purchase the right equipment. Often, you may find the perfect vehicle sitting at Access Mobility Vans already converted and ready for delivery.
No. The sturdy aluminum ramp is just one aspect of the major remanufacturing required to create a wheelchair van. Teams of skilled technicians work together to produce fully-integrated conversions with lowered floors and reconfigured seating.
Due to the lack of head clearance, a minivan lift is not an application that can be used for an adult. Adults need the extra headroom provided by a fully converted accessible vehicle to ride comfortably and safely. In certain cases, however, a minivan lift can be a good solution for pediatric chair users.
The warranty on each vehicle and conversion may differ depending on the manufacturer, the age of the vehicle, the age of the conversion, and many other factors. For warranty questions on specific vehicles, please reach out to one of our knowledgeable Mobility Consultants.
Buying an accessible van from Access Mobility Vans is the best way to assure you will seldom need repairs. If you do, however, we will likely have the necessary replacement parts on hand for a quick turn-around. If not, we can usually get the parts we need the next business day so you can get back on the road right away.
At Access Mobility Vans, we understand the importance of maintenance and service of your accessible vehicle and its specialized equipment and we are committed to providing our customers with the availability of service. Our highly trained and certified service technicians are dedicated to providing you with the highest quality service in the vehicle modification industry. Both of our locations are also QAP (Quality Assurance Program) certified through the National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA), meaning that Access Mobility Vans is held to the highest standards in the accessible vehicle industry.
Whether you are a long time customer coming in for routine operational maintenance of the equipment you have in your modified vehicle, or a new customer who needs adaptive equipment installed on your vehicle, we will do our best to get you back on the road as quickly and safely as possible. It doesn’t matter if you bought it from us or elsewhere, at Access Mobility Vans we want to make sure that your vehicle is always working for you.
In some cases, part of your cost may be covered by insurance or military benefits, and most major automobile manufacturers offer rebate programs toward the purchase of adaptive equipment. If you need additional financing we will also put you in contact with various financial institutions, some with up to 10 years of financing available. They are familiar with the added value of mobility equipment and have helped many of our customers secure financing for their purchases.
Access Mobility Vans maintains a stock of minivans converted and ready for immediate delivery. You will have a choice of chassis and ramp styles to try out, allowing you to determine which vehicle best meets your needs.
Access Mobility Vans also rents accessible wheelchair vans for temporary needs.
When you are ready for a new vehicle, Access Mobility Vans will appraise your old van as a trade-in. Trade-in value is usually very good, but is of course dependent on a number of factors such as vehicle condition and mileage.
