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When to Rent a Handicap Van

Have you ever wanted to take a vehicle on more than just a test drive? It would be great if we could all have a few days of “regular use” of a vehicle that we are considering purchasing, and when that vehicle is a handicap van it would be even more valuable simply because it can be incredibly expensive. Here’s the good news: you can actually find a lot of ways to rent a handicap van for a prolonged period of time if you are considering investing in one.

It all starts with finding a few licensed dealers. Most go by the name of “mobility” experts or “accessibility” experts, but in general, you will be able to find all the familiar vehicle names so often associated with a handicap van. For example, Dodge, Honda, Toyota, and even vehicles like PT Cruisers are being converted into wheelchair accessible vehicles for the disabled.

We just used the operative word “converted”. This is another thing you have to consider as you go about renting that handicap van. While the wheelchair vans will all have to be converted to accommodate the need for ramps and driving aids, there are many brand names to consider too. What this adds up to is the need for you to do a bit of research and to discover which manufacturers are the most likely to provide you with exactly what you want.

Here’s what we mean: you want to get a minivan. You know that you like the Dodge styles, but you also want a wheelchair lift that can be installed at the rear of the vehicle. You will have to do a bit of research to find the dealers that are making rentals of Dodges with the type of conversion that you want.

Is it really going to be worth all of that time and energy spent in researching, calling, and asking questions? Absolutely! Just consider that a brand new “off the lot” handicap accessible van is going to have a price anywhere from forty to seventy thousand dollars. Even with great financing and terms you are still going to pay a lot of money for that vehicle. By spending some time “shopping around” and renting the vehicles that are a close match to what you are thinking of buying, you are giving yourself a lot more than just a taste of what that van offers. This is effort that will reward you with many happy years of travel!

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Finding Your Perfect Handicapped Van

There are a number of factors to consider when selecting the perfect handicapped van for you or someone you love. It’s a really big decision! One of the reasons it’s such a big decision has to do with the impact it can potentially have on any wheelchair user’s life. The ability to more easily get around from place to place has more than just practical benefits. It can improve one’s outlook on life in general in a powerful way. In fact, certain vans, equipped in certain ways, actually enable wheelchair users to drive themselves! You really can’t put a price tag on that kind of freedom.

There are basically two different types of wheelchair vans, and each of them has its own set of advantages and drawbacks. The first kind is a rear entry van. With this van, parallel parking is virtually impossible. On the other hand, because the lift is in the rear of the van, you can park it in a regular space. The other main type of handicap accessible van we’ll talk about is the side entry van. This one is a lot easier to parallel park, so if you need to do that a lot where you live, it’s the way to go. Of course, the drawback here is that you need a handicapped parking space to use this type of van in the absence of parallel parking.

There are also some popular accessories with which you may decide you’d like to have your handicapped van equipped. The two we’ll discuss in this article have to do with enabling wheelchair users to drive themselves. The first one is a transfer seat. This seat will slide away from the steering wheel and then rotate to the side, facilitating a wheelchair user in transferring themselves into it from their wheelchair. Hand controls are also available, which make it possible to operate a vehicle’s brake and acceleration pedals without the use of the feet. The combination of these two accessories makes driving their own van a relatively easy task for most wheelchair users.

Whether they drive themselves or not, there aren’t many wheelchair users who don’t appreciate the ownership of wheelchair vans. Even when the wheelchair users still require assistance, these vans make mobility so much simpler.

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Find a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Today!

Are you interested in a wheelchair accessible vehicle this season? Why not consider a top 2012 mobility vehicle from one of the top brand name companies in the industry? If you don’t know the first thing about cars or vans, then don’t worry. There are a few basics that we’re going to share with you today.

First, you have to find a balance between luxury, convenience and budget. There are handicap vans in every category, vans that have it all, and vans that provide barely the minimum standard. There are also used wheelchair vans and new handicap vans that you can find. Mileage is often the best indicator of a vehicle’s quality as well as price, and or warranty coverage.

Conversions are not made for these units but are added on later. However, the quality of conversions is so important that it’s practically another industry unto itself. VMI is among the most trusted and successful installation companies in the continent and is known for making quality equipment that always protects the user. Some of these unique features include hand controls, wheelchair ramps, wheelchair lifts and other features that help disabled motorists to take easy control of the vehicle.

Remember, a wheelchair van can be custom designed or purchased outright (with a few adjustments for your stature). You can also look for a passenger wheelchair van (which means a disabled person can sit in the back) or a driver’s side setup, which allows easy access to hand controls and a mobility steering wheel.

When shopping for a handicap accessible van, remember to always test drive the vehicle—even if you have to arrange for a local ride to the dealership. (Some dealerships actually offer this for free!) For more information on finding a wheelchair vehicle in your price range, contact a trusted dealer in your area. A dealer can help you find incentives, find an affordable van conversion, and introduce you to all the handy features!

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