2000
Dodge Caravan SPORT
with
VMI conversion
22,000 miles (well documented, one owner)
Current Price: $18,900
INCLUDES WARRANTY
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What you
have found here is very
possibly the finest
wheelchair van available
today in the United
States, priced below
$20k
Ø This one is special in every way, please read and see all about it here Ø DEARLY SEEKING: absolutely special wheelchair van seeks garage of loving family to call home |
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Options and Equipment THE VAN: Began as a nifty and unusual model which very few wheelchair vans are, which is the "SPORT" model Grand Caravan. This package, added to the custom-order list, brings to this awesome van a long list of desirable features. I'll do my best to present the long list of primary features here: 3.3 liter 6 cylinder with auto and overdrive; ABS brakes; power windows, mirrors and locks; cruise and tilt wheel; dual heat and A/C; very upgraded and impressive INFINITY sound system with CD, cassette and equalizer; leather-wrapped steering wheel; factory fog lights; front and rear suspension stabilizer bars; Load leveling suspension; overhead console with multi-function computer; adjustable roof rack; dual adjustable lighted visor lights; dark tinted windows; special order 'Inferno red' pearl paint; factory accent spoiler on rear gate; And there is even more features than I have listed here, wow... THE GOODIES: sharp custom pin striping; custom alloy wheels; very useful accessory port in dash area which has 3 twelve volt plugs AND a USB port MOBILITY: Wow, this is my favorite brand of wheelchair conversion which is VMI, made by industry giant Ricon. Why is it my favorite, you may ask? Because, although the Ricon and Braun brands (two giants which combined have about 70-80% of the market) have similar features overall, the Ricon vans looks a bit nicer and are in my opinion engineered and styled/designed a bit nicer overall. As for the individual features which comprise the conversion which was done on this van when it was brand new: * Deeply lowered floor all the way to the dash, with a wider range and large number of floor anchor points to tether your wheelchair * Power sliding side door * This has a power ramp of the most desirable style, which is called an "in-floor" ramp. This disappears under the main floor when stowed, thus creating no blockage of view. Nor is it in the way if a person who is not in a wheelchair wants to go in or out when the ramp is stowed. * Kneeling suspension lowers the passenger side area several inches, which makes the ramp angle extra-gentle for loading/unloading. * One-touch remote...just push the button once and let it go, causing a sequence of the door opening, ramp going out and kneeling taking place. This 3-step process takes only about 30 seconds. Now you are ready to exit the van. And push the button again and it reverses the steps to close the van. (This van includes two remotes.) * In addition to the wireless remote there are multiple locations to control the ramp and door, which are: magnetic switches in the taillight are invisible, yet one touch with a magnet operates ramp/door/kneeling; dash area; by the slider door. * EZ-Lock electronic wheelchair docking station. This is the 'cats meow' and can be used rather than manual anchors and straps which such vans are furnished with when new. Dimensions, capacity and specifications: Please feel free to email or call me with any such questions. I will gladly assist with anything you wish to know. I have discovered that due to the unique way each person evaluates, measures and expresses their needs, I can be most helpful regarding this subject if we communicate directly. History of Ownership This was special ordered and bought new by a retired NASA scientist. And oh my gosh, aside from driving it very little, he loved this van and babied it so nicely! History of Care If you imagine how a retired NASA rocket-scientist might care for his vehicle...that is how it has been cared for! And I have had my usual inspection and service/repair/maintain process done as you see mentioned below. Now, this van runs, drives and performs as nice as you would hope for a van with such incredibly low miles. Each of my vans receives a detailed (about 75 items) inspection by the general mechanic shop which I consider to be the finest in my area. Then, after discussing their report, I have them do what is needed to repair, replace or service items on the vehicle in order to reach my high standard of overall mechanical condition. And in case you may wonder, their process on each van does include an oil, lube and filter service. The aforementioned inspection, repair and service process is a major and very valuable element of my "Rick's rejuvenated" process. In addition: as part of my 'Rick's rejuvenated'' process, each mobility/adaptive component is inspected, serviced, adjusted and repaired (if needed) by a different mechanic, who owns the premium company in this area which exclusively cares for wheelchair vans.
Carfax Report
Summary This is a Carfax guaranteed one owner. And there is nothing negative on the report. You Might Like To Know... * The SPORT model is not simply a name or decal added to the van. As mentioned above in the list of features, this model actually is special and has desirable features which the more common models don't have. * The combination of: ultra low miles; exceptional color and overall appearance; superb condition; finest mobility conversion; outstanding owner history...and priced under $20k, make this the favorite van among all I have had over the years. Summary of this Gem I will make a very bold statement here and say this: I don't believe it would be possible to find another van which is a fair overall comparison to this one for sale anywhere in the united states at this time. Yes, I believe this is true. The combination of outrageously low miles, amazing overall condition, exceptional one-owner history and combined features and price make this a rare van among rare vans. This van is going to make some family VERY happy indeed...at a price of about 35% of what a new one similarly equipped would cost.
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This van has
the most
desirable style
of ramp which is
called an
"in-floor"
model, which
disappears
underneath the
floor when not
in use. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Deeply
lowered floor
goes all the way
to the dash and
allows for
parking of
wheelchair in
either front
location once
the quick
release seat(s)
have been
removed.
As you see in
this photo,
there is an EZ-Lock
docking station
currently
mounted in the
driver's
position.
The man who
drove this since
new was usually
driving from his
chair. |
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If desired,
either of these
seats can be
removed or
reinstalled in
one to two
minutes (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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These
amazingly low
miles are
well-documented. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Driver Side Full
View (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Driver Side Rear
View (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Custom
relocated spare
tire is part of
the conversion. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Yes, this
van was actually
owned by a NASA
rocket
scientist. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Passenger
Side Rear View (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Passenger
Side Full View (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Passenger
Side Front View (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Driver Side
Interior (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Deeply
lowered floor
with numerous
locations for
manual anchor
straps to be
inserted. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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It's very
clever how VMI
designed this
floor which
allows for
stowage of the
ramp when not in
use. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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(Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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This area
contains many
controls and
features:
wonderful
Infinity sound
system; controls
for left and
right
ventilation as
well as front
and rear
ventilation; the
square red
button you see
is for releasing
the electronic
wheelchair
docking system (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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This photo
shows: hand
controls which
you can see
under the
steering column
area; receptacle
on steering
wheel for
inserting
spinner-knob
into; there is a
little black box
to the right of
the steering
column above the
knee area which
is related to
the EZ-Lock
system. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Optional
multi-function
computer is
nifty, handy and
useful. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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This photo
shows the
ceiling ducts
for rear
ventilation
system. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Passenger
Side Interior (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Very few
wheelchair vans
are built on
vans with the
SPORT package
which includes
many nice
features which
are listed up
above. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
The Infinity
sound system is
one of the
highest quality
sound systems
available on any
truck, van or
SUV. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Optional
adjustable roof
rack (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Engine Area (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
This
professionally
installed
accessory
provides three
extra 12 Volt
receptacles and
notably includes
a USB port. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
I'm always
excited to acquire vehicles with the factory window sticker because they include so many details about options and features...and on a van like this, which is so highly equipped, there is much to discover. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
* I apologize for any unclear photos. At times, the conditions make a clear photo impossible. |
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If you would
like more
information or
to see and drive
this vehicle,
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