What Is Involved In A Wheelchair Van Conversion

When you hear the phrase "wheelchair van conversion" you might sigh and think that this sort of thing is just too complicated for you to manage. After all, you might think to yourself, the standard wheelchair van conversion is going to involve the installation of a lifting device, changes to the controls of the vehicle, alterations to the floor or roof, and so much more.

The thing about any wheelchair van conversion, however, is that you don't manage it all by yourself! All you are ever asked to do is mark off the things you want from a lengthy checklist of options and then let your dealer or wheelchair van conversion expert get to work.

Okay, it isn't as easy as THAT! You do have to pay for the vehicle, select the model you want, discover which conversion company offers the items you need, and test drive a few versions to be sure you are making the right choice.

So, let's start with the easiest task on the list - choosing the model. You have to know that any wheelchair van conversion will always use an "off the rack" van or vehicle made by a standard auto manufacturer. Yes, this means that the VW van you admire, the Honda minivan you checked out, or any of the American minivans and vans you see are usually available for conversion.

Okay, you say, so that means that the price of the van starts with the actual vehicle, and then has to include the conversion, right? Absolutely! The thing is that you don't have to panic about this. You don't buy the van or vehicle and then send it for the conversion. Instead, you select the model you want and then start looking for versions that have already been converted.

This is why you can find brand new and never owned vans or you can just as easily find gently used vans and vehicles that fit your "wish list" too. After you know which model of van or minivan you desire, you contact your vendor and find out which companies have done conversions on these vehicles. This allows you to determine which conversion package you will need and to see if there are already a few around.

After the major choices are made and some options are located it is merely a matter of test driving a few of the vans and making your choice. The best dealers will help you find the right financing and get you on the road as soon as possible.

By: Bob Lundin

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