2000
Ford
with top-level cruising/touring
conversion AND very extensive
mobility conversion
84,000 Miles
Current Price: $16,900
THIS CERTIFIED VEHICLE INCLUDES:
12 MONTH/12,000 MILE WARRANTY
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Highlights of This Van: Ø apx. $4,000 of new and very recent mechanical care and service: please read details below
ØThis
is a verified and
guaranteed as being a 'One-Owner'
by Carfax Ø Please see and read all about it on this page...this is an amazing and gorgeous full-service wheelchair van |
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Options and Equipment THE VAN: This began as a 1/2 ton Ford with XLT package of features. it has the 5.4 liter 'Triton' (great combo of power/torque/MPG was designed to compete with the General Motors Vortec series of engines) engine with overdrive automatic, which is a very proven and fantastic drive-train combination. Included with this van prior to its two major conversions, it had various features such as power windows, mirrors, locks, tilt, cruise and so forth. And it came from Ford with the large fancy bumpers, chrome grill, alloy wheels, dual heat and A/C, fancy cloth interior, upgraded Ford brand CD sound system, and much more. THE TOURING/CRUISING CONVERSION: when this was brand new it was converted by a unique and desirable brand called "Roll-A-Long". This company is a premium convertor which has a unique relationship with Ford Motor Company. They have over the decades actually worked in collaboration with Ford and its dealers for many show vans and trucks, modified vans and trucks, prototypes, etc. This is a gorgeous, high-quality and very inclusive conversion. There is too much to list, but here are some highlights of interior and exterior modifications : INSIDE: fancy cloth seats; deluxe carpet; various solid wood trim pieces; misc adjustable lighting in ceiling; large map pockets on doors; misc storage areas; solid wood console; upper area ready for TV and video (has complete pre-wiring); rear seat folds flat to a bed; windows with vents and screens; and much more. EXTERIOR: contoured, moderately tall roof; very strong one-piece running boards with integrated wheel opening flares and steps; fancy graphics and striping; and more MOBILITY: Of course, as a person shopping for a wheelchair van, the mobility features are likely your main focus in regards to features and equipment. This van has a wonderful list of mobility features which have a very high level of function and a great amount of value. Notably, the man who ordered this (it cost $62,000) bought the best and most valuable brand of mobility features, which is from the industry leader called, Braun. * Braun UVL (under vehicle lift): among most professionals and van users this is considered to be the favorite lift of all time. And due to its installed cost ($10,000-$12,000) is not chosen by many folks. As a result, fewer than 10% of all wheelchair vans have this amazing lift. It is the best for many reasons, primary of them being: 800 pound capacity!; large platform for parking the wheelchair; when not in use lift is tucked away under the van, not impeding one tiny bit into the function of the van; because it is not 'parked' inside the van, there is as much as a foot of extra interior width (about 15% extra) inside the van; very easy to use even for first time users. Yes, if you have a choice, for nearly all users this is the preferred lift to own. This operates either with the buttons on the end of an attached cord, or with wireless remote, see below * Braun power swinging side doors: these swing out with the push of a remote control button, or the controller on the cable, allowing many folks to load and unload themselves with no need for a helper * Tall Doors: as you see in the photos, this has the tall doors and corresponding roof-notch that many folks need. And even if you don't need it for entry clearance, it is so nice to have. Because, it makes getting in and out much more comfortable for everyone in a wheelchair or not. * EZ-Lock electronic wheelchair docking station: this means that there is no need for any use of straps or places in the floor to anchor them. All that is needed is a simple kit on the bottom of a wheelchair which provides a pin that latches into the dock. There are two locations of buttons which release the dock when you want to get out. This is the system most folks want and it has much more value than traditional anchors and straps. * Wireless remote: most vans of this vintage and price range do not have wireless remote, as this van has. with this remote, you can open the side doors and operate all features of the lift. Wow, this is a slick feature to have. This lends greatly to the ease of use of this van, either for a single person to load and unload themselves, or with a helper. The remote makes life easier, much easier. * Braun turning seat: This is has the ability to turn about 90 degrees, as you see in photos. and it has an extreme range of travel fore and aft, up and down and of course, it turns. This allows certain people who are capable, to transfer from their wheelchair in and out of this seat in order to drive from it. Many people need this power turning seat and without it cannot drive from the seat, because they can't negotiate getting in and out of their wheelchair without the drivers seat turning. This is about a $5,000 feature! Note: this does not have hand controls. However, they are a relatively very minor cost (well under $1,000) compared to other mobility van features 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 van has had only one personal-use (not harsh commercial use) owner since new. He sold it to me because they needed to find a good home for it due to his degenerative condition which makes him no longer able to drive or even ride in the van. When this man bought it new he was in a position of having a large amount of money available and he decided he wanted to get the nicest wheelchair van he could have made. And as you can see in the photos and descriptions above, there was little spared in the creation of this van, via the two conversion packages applied to it. History of Care I bought this van directly from the original owner, who lives here in Medford. He was very sorry that when he moved a year ago he had lost the file with his records for care. Of course, because it is now a "Certified" van, and in the process has had very extensive care, it is in amazing condition in every way. Certified This vehicle is 'CERTIFIED': There are a combined 76 mechanical and cosmetic aspects included in the Wheelchair Van Oasis "Certification" process. A foundational step of the rejuvenation process is when each vehicle receives an extensive inspection by an objective, independent third- party service and repair facility. Suggested service, repairs and improvements are then performed by various professional specialists. The result is your assurance that each of the 76 aspects meets or exceeds the condition level of good, or satisfactory For details regarding list of 76 cosmetic and mechanical aspects, please click here.
Each van does of
course have
various elements
which exceed the
promised level of good, or New: Transmission service with filter; cooling system service; wiper blades; Front brakes; Rear axle seal and lubricant; upper and lower front suspension ball joints; serviced battery and cables; serpentine drive belt; misc interior and exterior lights; alignment; front and rear shocks; service lift and power side doors and EZ-lock and turning seat; lube and filter Recent: Very high quality "Toyo" brand tires, which have about 90% tread ! nearly new HD battery Approximate retail value/cost of above-listed items: $ 4,000
Carfax Report
Summary The report indicates this is certified as having had one personal-use (not commercial/business) owner since new. Such a privately owned van, versus a commercial/business van, is more desirable because it has not had harsh use as most commercially used vans have had. Report shows no accidents of any kind, which is unusual for a vehicle of this vintage. You Might Like To Know... * Ford vans have an extremely similar interior and exterior style from 1992 until the mid-2000's. Therefore, when you have a Ford van in the supreme condition this one is in, especially with the very fancy features inside and out which this one has, it looks, feels and seems as though you have a much newer van than a 2000. * Each of my vans has a superb paint sealant as the final step of the extreme detail. If you were to have a professional apply a treatment the cost would be several hundred dollars. Summary of this Gem If a person were to buy a new, similarly equipped wheelchair van with the two premium conversions this one has, it would currently cost around $75,000! This is an amazingly well equipped van and it sure is gorgeous. And of course, after having been extensively cosmetically and functionally rejuvenated, it is now "Certified" and includes a warranty. This is surely one of the nicest vans I have ever had the pleasure of offering. |
Cargo area
in rear is ample
for several
items. And
under seat is
open too. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
This is a
standard length
body, not the
extra long
model. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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When driving
down the road
this van looks
gorgeous and
stylish...hardly
revealing
that it is
a highly capable
wheelchair van (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Almost
perfectly level
when moving on
and off the
platfrom, makes
for a very
secure, easy and
comfortable
transition (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Tall,
stylishly
contoured roof
cuts through the
wind for limited
wind noise and
buffeting, but
makes it so easy
to move inside
the interior (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Gorgeous and
immaculate from
every angle (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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This photo
makes very
obvious the
nicely styled
and contoured
raised roof and
also the tall
side doors (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Drivers seat
feels and sits
virtually the
same as before
the special
turning base was added.
And even if you
don't need that
feature of its
intended use, it
comes in handy
in order for the
driver to turn
largely toward
the rear in
order to
converse with
rear passengers
when parked. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Very modern and
stylish, because
the interior and
exterior of this
van is virtually
the same as one
many years newer
(Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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This control
unit is mounted
on lower dash
area, near
drivers knee.
It controls the unlatching
of the EZ-Lock
docking station
for the
wheelchair.
(Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Immaculate
in every space,
even under the
hood (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Comfortable,
versatile
interior is a
tan/taupe color (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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One of the many
super benefits
of this style
lift is that
when not in use,
there is zero
blockage of
doorway.
Also, because it
stows under the
van, there is
about 8-10
inches more
usable interior
width than a
traditional
style of lift.
And...no
blockage of the
view out the
side windows.
For these and
other reasons,
this is the very
most desirable
lift to own
(Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Automatic
flap at end of
platform flips
up and down
automatically to
prevent
wheelchair from
accidentally
rolling off (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Notice
generous size of
platform, which
is larger than
all but the very
biggest
available.
This
lift has
heavy-duty
capacity of 800
pounds which
much exceeds the
more common
lifts with 600
and 700
capacity. |
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Large
platform
accommodates
even large
wheelchairs.
As you see,
there are
several inches
free space on
either side of
the wheels on
this medium size
wheelchair (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Overhead
switches in
ceiling are for
items such as
fixed
lighting,
adjustable
lighting, TV
power; etc (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Rear heat
and A/C duct and
also see 12volt
receptacle (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Notice
several things
here: large
windows with
vents; much
space to park
wheelchair;
real wood trim;
immaculate
carpet;
electronic
docking station
for wheelchair
on floor;
adjustable
overhead
lighting (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Nearly new,
high quality
'Toyo' brand
tires (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
This is
rejuvenated and
"Certified" van
#297, as
indicated by
this numbered
metal badge (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Quite tall
doors
(modification is
all from steel,
which is much
better than
fiberglass) and
corresponding
roof notch give
this van
generous
clearance at the
entry point (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Original
manuals and
information
brochures (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
This is a
controller for
the side doors
and lift and is
on a 6 foot
cord, which is stored
near the lift (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Notice the
special power
drivers seat and
the area in the
ceiling which
accommodates TV
and video or
gaming devices
and has storage (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Drivers seat
can turn 90
degrees and also
has extreme
travel up and
down and fore and
aft to
accommodate most
users needs for
transferring.
Is also handy
feature for when
parked and
conversing with
rear passengers. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Cozy,
spacious and
with
contemporary
design....and it
is immaculate,
with so much
function and
versatility (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
The rear
seat/bed easily
folds flat,
which operates
manually, with
no need for
electricity...simple
and easy (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
This is the
wireless remote
which operates
the power side
doors and also
controls the
functions of the
lift (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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* 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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