1997
Dodge Caravan fancy LE model
w/premium VMI mobility
conversion
63,000 miles
Current Price: $14,900
THIS CERTIFIED
VEHICLE
INCLUDES: 6 MONTH/6,000 MILE WARRANTY
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Highlights of This Van: Ø Has long list of new and recent mechanical service (apx. $4,000). This is in addition to cost of extensive cosmetic rejuvenation
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Please look closely at
the photos: this is
immaculate in every way Ø Extensive mobility conversion, with extras, accommodates most users |
You may like to know: a similar, but newer and more highly equipped, minivan is currently in the midst of rejuvenation and "Certification". You can learn about it via this link... |
Options and Equipment THE VAN: This began as a very well-equipped, upper trim level, LE model Grand Caravan with the medium-size 3.3 liter 6 cylinder motor. The LE features are on less than 10% of all Caravans. As a result, in addition to common power and convenience features such as power windows, locks, mirrors, tilt, cruise, etc., it also has features and options due to the LE package such as: upgraded interior and exterior trim including fancy cloth upholstery; overhead console with trip computer, compass etc.; custom hand-painted pin striping; top-level "Infinity" CD sound system; Dual heat and A/C; and much more. MOBILITY: This was converted when new by a division of the industry leader Ricon. It is called a VMI, which stands for Vantage Mobility Industries (Ricon). They design, engineer and convert thousands of vans each year in a state-of-the-art facility. I prefer these Ricon made vans versus the Braun, by a small margin. The exact style, fit and finish of the conversion is a bit nicer than the Braun-built vans. * Deeply lowered floor (apx 11 inches): lots of headroom and clearance for all * Easily removable front seats: allows parking a wheelchair in either front location * Most desirable style of ramp, which is this 'in-floor' style: does not block doorway when stowed * Kneeling suspension: makes ramp angle very gentle * Extensive choices as to where to anchor the chair * power sliding door: is very convenient * multiple switches locations for door/ramp/suspension: versatile and accommodating of your needs * optional wireless remote control for door/ramp/suspension: makes loading/unloading extra easy 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 Has had only two owners, of approximately equal duration History of Care It is wonderful that I have an extensive history of care on this van. Often, due to circumstances causing wheelchair vans to be sold, there are no records available or to be found. However, this was sold to me by the lady who had owned it for many years and she gave me extensive records. Wow, this van has been taken great care of, plus all that has been done here. Please see below for a list of recently serviced items, in addition to an extensive list of care performed during my rejuvenation/certification process. 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 that 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: oil and lube; power door lock service; new wiper blades; new serpentine belt; new water pump; cooing system service and flush; new rear brakes; new power steering pump; mobility components serviced Recent: fuel system cleaned; several oil and lube; new tires; transmission service; valve cover gasket; new alternator; rear airbag for kneeling suspension; tires balanced; alignment; new fuel pump: new rubber motor mount Approximate retail value/cost of above items: $4,000. This is in addition to cost of extensive cosmetic rejuvenation
Carfax Report
Summary There are no 'red flags' such as anything indicating: flood, major accident, structural damage, airbags deployed, etc. It shows none of that. You Might Like To Know... * 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. * Caravan is essentially the same vehicle as its cousins, which are Chrysler Town & Country and Plymouth Voyager. Summary of this Gem In addition to being "Certified", following extensive rejuvenation by various professionals, this van has so much going for it: very low miles; only two owners; long list of new and recent care; top-level mobility conversion. This is a wonderful lowered floor minivan, by any measure. |
Very gentle
ramp angle makes
loading and
unloading very
easy (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
This is what
ramp looks like
when stowed...it
disappears! This
"In-Floor" style
ramp is optional
and preferred by
most folks
compared to the
style which
blocks doorway
when stowed.
This style also
has benefit of
being virtually
silent when
driving, whereas
other style
tends to rattle
and squeak a
bit. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Seating for
three in the
rear
(notice deeply
lowered floor) (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Includes
original owners
manual for the
van as well as
the mobility
conversion.
And I even have
the original
brochure...which
is neat to have! (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Passenger direct side (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Passenger front (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Passenger side
rear |
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Drivers side
view |
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Drivers rear (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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See spare
tire mounted
inside, was an
aspect of
mobility
conversion (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Various
straps and belts
included (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Drivers area (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Top-level
sound system and
front and rear
ventilation
system controls (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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super low
miles (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Switches
mounted on dash
for ramp, power
door and
kneeling
suspension (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Super sound
from the
optional 10
speaker, high
output
"Infinity" CD
sound system (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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See the
deeply lowered
floor (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
3.3
engine has
plenty of power
and gets into
the 20's for mpg
(Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Passenger
front area (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
This shows
suspension in
normal upright
position, as
when driving (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Both front
seats are easily
removable if you
want to drive
from wheelchair
or park
wheelchair in
front passenger
space (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
This shows
the rear
suspension in
the "kneeled"
mode which makes
load/unload
ramp angle more
gentle (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
It takes
only seconds to
remove either or
both of the
front seats, if
you choose to do
so. Wheels are
attached to the
rear, so you can
easily roll this
seat out and
into your garage
when not in use. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
It takes
only seconds to
remove either or
both of the
front seats, if
you choose to do
so. Wheels are
attached to the
rear, so you can
easily roll this
seat out and
into your garage
when not in use. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Notice vents
in ceiling for
rear ventilation
system.
Also you may be
able to see
small speakers
(included with
the premium
sound system)
mounted high in
the rear of the
interior rear
trim panels. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
This angle makes
very clear and
obvious the
deeply lowered
floor, which
creates suitable
or generous
headroom and
clearance...not
only for benefit
of person in
wheelchair, but
also makes
occupancy much
easier for
friends and
family too. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Nearly new
tires (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
In-floor
ramp is
wonderful as it
in no way
impedes the
doorway when it
is stowed (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Remote on
left is for
operating the
power ramp,
power door and
kneeling
suspension.
Remote on right
is the original
one for the door
locks and alarm
panic button (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Adjustable
roof rack is
part of the
fancy LE package
of features (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
If desired,
this key
operates the
door, ramp and
kneel (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
This
interior switch
will operate the
ramp, door and
kneel also. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
* I apologize for any unclear photos. At times, the conditions make a clear photo impossible. |
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