Transportation Vans

Getting a van for the handicapped may be the most expensive purchase outside of home renovations. Some buy new handicapped vans and other buy used, but the costs are still high. There are a few things to consider before deciding which route you will take. The first is price. Most new wheelchair accessible vans will run you anywhere from $45,000 to $60,000. If you already own a van, these prices go down to $10,000 to $15,000 for a customization of the handicapped van.

Wheelchair Van Parts

Other factors to consider are the height of the van, the shocks, the rails and whether or not you want a ramp or a wheelchair lift. You can also decide on side entry or rear entry installations. The difference in entry is important when you are parked in a cramp non accessible area because the the ramps might not be able to fold out. This is less important in handicapped vans with wheelchair lifts.

If a purchase of a wheelchair van is outside of your budget, you can always hire a handicapped van service, for a fraction of the cost. You can apply for daily or weekly scheduled times, where a certified handicapped van driver, will assist you in getting to your desired destination.