Mobility Product Quality Guarantee
When you purchase a mobility van (whether new or used) online, you are basically doing so sight-unseen, counting on the assurances of someone who may be several hundred miles away from you. You've heard of general contractor scams: as soon as money is exchanged, they disappear, never to be heard from again. If you are somehow dissatisfied with your purchase, your recourse may be limited by distance and lack of ability to communicate directly with the seller of your vehicle. The accountability of someone who you have met with in person, and who is a member of your community, is much higher.
BraunAbility dealers care about their customers, because they are their neighbors and community members. Combine this commitment to customer satisfaction with BraunAbility's rigorous quality control standards and the testing that we perform before our wheelchair vans and wheelchair lifts ever leave the factory, and you've got a guarantee of equipment and service quality that online sellers can't come close to matching.
Wheelchair Van Specialization to Your Needs & Goals
Though your mobility van may externally look just like a standard factory minivan, inside, it's a different story: it's a specialized, personalized piece of equipment, and one that you've made a substantial investment to ensure meets your needs. Your local dealer will be able to explain each of the features available for different wheelchair vans, as well as help you determine which best fit your needs and your mobility goals. They can also help recommend additional equipment and resources which may make driving easier for you.
There are hundreds of different options available, and it's nearly impossible to determine all of the possible configurations without firsthand experience with the equipment. Not to mention an important basic need: you need to feel comfortable in your mobility van. Online shopping limits the buyer to take the word of the seller at face value, but at the dealership, all of these options can be tried out firsthand. Buying a van online is a big risk in this department: if it arrives and it turns out it doesn't meet your needs, or you're uncomfortable driving it, you can end up losing both financially and in terms of time.
Vehicle Manufacturer Rebates & Tax Incentives
Your BraunAbility dealer will work closely with you to help determine how you can qualify for the maximum amount of available manufacturer rebates as well as state and federal tax deductions. Both are excellent ways to save money, but the rules and requirements can be difficult to navigate if you don't have experience applying for them. Our dealers have helped many customers receive these incentives, and they know exactly which steps you need to take to ensure the best chance of receiving them as well. That's the kind of service and assistance you can't get from an online seller, and that's why we're proud to partner with the most knowledgeable, compassionate dealers in the mobility industry.
The Bottom Line
We've said this many times, and it bears repeating: buying a wheelchair van or wheelchair lift is not a one-size-fits-all proposition. It's important to visit your dealership and "kick the tires." Make sure to match the right conversion to your needs, make sure you and your wheelchair fit properly, make sure any after-market equipment you might need can be installed, and, perhaps most importantly, make sure you'll have a reliable place to take your mobility van for routine maintenance and service.
