There are many decisions to make when it comes to an accessible vehicle, and you may be stuck on one. That is whether or not to buy a full size or mini van.
While most people choose mini vans, that doesnt mean its necessarily for you. There are many questions you should ask yourself before making such an important decision.
The biggest factor in the purchase of an accessible vehicle of course is related to cost. How much money are you planning to invest? If you dont have a lot of money or your finances arent in the best of shape, a mini van is going to likely be your best option, as it can be as much as several thousands of dollars less. This is quite significant to a lot of people.
Where do you drive? Do you drive in the city? Are you constantly in and out of parking lots, running errands, and getting in and out of your van? If so, a mini van is going to be your best bet. Its smaller, easier to drive, and much easier to park in small spaces.
If on the other hand you like to travel the open road and find yourself driving from one destination to the next, you may find a full size van more comfortable.
How many people will be riding in the van on a regular basis? While both choices are roomier than a car, youll find the full sized van to be a much better choice if you have a larger family, and even better if they have a lot of stuff they like to cart around.
Do you prefer wheelchair ramps or lifts? For most buyers of a wheelchair accessible vehicle, this is the reason they choose mini vans. Full size vans have lifts, and mini vans have ramps. Lifts are much more unstable, cost more and cause more fear than ramps, due to the fact that you can get stuck on them, although in truth this is quite rare. Its really a personal preference as well as a budget option, so if you are leaning towards full size and dont mind lifts, then you should go with that. Remember, you have to live with the choice everyday.
Whichever you prefer, you should take your time and make the right decision because an accessible vehicle is something you are going to use everyday, and it only makes sense to have something that works for you.
While most people choose mini vans, that doesnt mean its necessarily for you. There are many questions you should ask yourself before making such an important decision.
The biggest factor in the purchase of an accessible vehicle of course is related to cost. How much money are you planning to invest? If you dont have a lot of money or your finances arent in the best of shape, a mini van is going to likely be your best option, as it can be as much as several thousands of dollars less. This is quite significant to a lot of people.
Where do you drive? Do you drive in the city? Are you constantly in and out of parking lots, running errands, and getting in and out of your van? If so, a mini van is going to be your best bet. Its smaller, easier to drive, and much easier to park in small spaces.
If on the other hand you like to travel the open road and find yourself driving from one destination to the next, you may find a full size van more comfortable.
How many people will be riding in the van on a regular basis? While both choices are roomier than a car, youll find the full sized van to be a much better choice if you have a larger family, and even better if they have a lot of stuff they like to cart around.
Do you prefer wheelchair ramps or lifts? For most buyers of a wheelchair accessible vehicle, this is the reason they choose mini vans. Full size vans have lifts, and mini vans have ramps. Lifts are much more unstable, cost more and cause more fear than ramps, due to the fact that you can get stuck on them, although in truth this is quite rare. Its really a personal preference as well as a budget option, so if you are leaning towards full size and dont mind lifts, then you should go with that. Remember, you have to live with the choice everyday.
Whichever you prefer, you should take your time and make the right decision because an accessible vehicle is something you are going to use everyday, and it only makes sense to have something that works for you.
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