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Options and Equipment
THE VAN:
This one is a nicely equipped “Sport” model with 3.3 liter V6 and auto with overdrive. It includes such power and convenience features as: power windows, locks and mirrors; tilt wheel and cruise control; stereo; power rear vents, reclining middle row seat, etc. It also has extra features from the factory such as upgraded interior and exterior trim.
GOODIES
New CD stereo with accessory port; custom stripes/graphics
MOBILITY
When new this received a mobility conversion from a large, nationally known company named Freedom Motors. These folks are credited with being the first manufacturer/convertor of rear entry mobility-access minivans in the United States, which was in 1987. This vans mobility conversion includes:
* Rear floor area has been deeply lowered/channeled in a sloping fashion, which creates very generous entry clearance and interior headroom for person in wheelchair. At the rear of the van the floor is about 18 inches lower than a common van. This, combined with the ramp, creates the ability to roll a wheelchair into the van and park the wheelchair (or scooter) toward the rear of the van. There is a very accommodating 5 feet of space from the rear hatch to the ledge that is directly behind the middle row seat. This allows for parking even quite long wheelchairs (with or without an occupant) or scooters.
* Manual ramp made of aluminum. This is not heavy (but is heavy-duty) and is easy to operate, even for folks who are not very strong or coordinated. It has a spring-assist device to make raising and lowering very easy. When not in use, this ramp rests in a space immediately in front of the rear hatch, as seen in the photos.
* Has ability to carry 5 total seated/belted passengers, plus a person in a wheelchair or scooter.
* Several anchor point locations in the channel area, creates choices as to exactly where to park the wheelchair
* Includes 4 top-notch easily adjustable anchor straps
NOTE: conversions with manual rear door and manual ramp such as this are very common in taxis and commercial use, as they are very foolproof, have zero motors, electronics or complicated elements to possibly break or cause problems. They are virtually 100% reliable and dependable, whereas the common power conversions, either side or rear entry, can be glitchy when they are more than a few years old. The great news about this van is that although it has this reliable, easy to use package often found on taxis, it has not had that sort of harsh use. It has had a private, family-use history and so it has not been abused or over-used. As may be obvious in the photos, this van is in amazing overall condition.
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.
Ownership
Has had only two owners, both in southern California
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 satisfactory, which the Certified program assures. Some are brand new improvements performed during rejuvenation. And others are obvious service or repairs performed recently, prior to my ownership. As for those, I only list here those positives which are certain, based on my either having a receipt, and/or due to being obvious to the inspecting-mechanic. I refer to these as NEW OR RECENTLY SERVICED ASPECTS
Here are the new and recent items:
New: Details Coming Soon
Recent: Details Coming Soon
Approximate retail value/cost of above-listed items: $Details Coming Soon
Carfax Report Summary
(Carfax is a widely used database which indicates the history of a vehicle including accidents, prior owners, etc.)
Nothing notably negative or unusual. No airbags deployed...No damage leading to such report notes as salvage, totaled, etc...no "red marks" on the report...no major accident...not even any minor accidents!...no lemon history...no odometer tampering...no derogatory remarks on the state-issued title
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* Dodge Caravan, Chrysler Town & Country and Plymouth Voyager are all built by the same parent company and are nearly the same vans, with only misc differences among them
Summary of this Gem
this is a super mobility-van solution for folks who often have several passengers, plus a person in a wheelchair or scooter. It is very easy, exactly as with an unmodified van, for up to 5 people to hop in and out and come and go. A great fact about this van is that when not carrying a wheelchair or scooter, it appears, feels and functions virtually the same as a common, unmodified van. However, when you need or want to carry a wheelchair or scooter, it is always ready to go, and easy to use.
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Super clean and sharp |
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Appears very similar to a common van with ramp stowed |
Ramp stows easily and with no tools or controls |
Wide ramp accommodates most wheelchairs and long ramp creates gentle angle for going in and out |
This space is sufficient to accommodate even long scooters or power wheelchairs with leg extensions |
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Middle and front of van are unaltered, everything is same as a common van |
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