Buy used cars for wheelchair users

You should take a close look at used cars

As with all other used cars, you should look at the usual details or have it checked by a specialist. This is particularly true for wheelchair users, because here it is difficult to help yourself in the event of a breakdown, as is the case with non-disabled people.

• In the case of used cars, take a look at the overall appearance, i.e. the state of care, whether it is in good condition, etc. In the case of a vehicle for wheelchair users, the tires Be as new as possible in order to be able to rule out the possibility of damage soon.

• You can tell by the steering wheel, the pedals or the handles and upholstery the real mileage, if it seems to you that a few kilometers should have been driven, but this does not match the optics.

• Ask about possible accidental damage, because these are often kept secret if not explicitly asked about it. If you are not sure about your expertise, do not be afraid to seek advice from a professional. At the ADAC you have the possibility to have the vehicle checked.
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Special rules apply to wheelchair users

• Depending on the type of handicap, the pedals of the car have been removed for wheelchair users and the functions can be operated using hand levers carry out, here it is important for the used vehicle that it has been carried out professionally and also an operating permit for it consists. Have the documents for the modification demonstrate.


Wheelchair accessible cars - important information

People who have a physical handicap are about any form of mobility ...

• It is for one Wheelchair users It is important that he can get into the car easily and comfortably. In addition, it is also important for used cars that you check whether the doors can be opened wide enough. If this is not the case, it is not possible, or only to a limited extent, to get on and off independently.

• Vehicles for disabled people often have a seat that can be rotated and locked, making it easier to get in and out and the driver can easily get into the correct driving position. This mechanism must work well and without jerking, check before buying.

• The door sills of vehicles for disabled people are usually smooth and without a profile, otherwise it is more difficult to close pay attention to wear and rust here, because the missing sill is one area that is more susceptible to rust can be.

• It is important that people can check the usability of the car before buying it, and that they want to drive it, because here you can only find out for yourself what is easy and what not, so you should definitely include it when you buy be.