What Are Commercial Wheelchair Vans?

Commercial wheelchair vans can vary heavily in terms of their features, qualifications, and even sizes.

Generally, commercial wheelchair vans are intended to transport wheelchair users and anyone else with ambulatory. Some vans, for example, can hold 3 to 4 people, while others can hold 5 or 6 in addition to a wheelchair (provided that the wheelchair is folded up and stored).

As noted above, commercial wheelchair vans provide wheelchair access from the side or the rear using ramps or lifts. With rear entry access vans, the entrance point is usually wider and taller and may utilize a ramp or an electric lift. With side entry vans, the entry point is usually fitted with an electric ramp that lifts the wheelchair and user into the vehicle.

If you want a commercial wheelchair van that uses ramps, you’ll choose between ramps that are infloor or foldout. Infloor wheelchair ramps slide out of the floor and are ready to use, then get folded back up into the van when the chair is in the vehicle. Foldout ramps instead fold against the passenger side door of the van when they aren’t in use. Then they get folded out to provide access when needed.

Other potential features include:

• Wheelchair security systems, which lock wheelchairs in place so they don’t roll around while the vehicle is in motion
• Kneeling systems. Kneeling systems lower vehicles down to the curb level, helping to make access ramps less steep and easier to mount

Since there’s a massive variety in terms of commercial wheelchair van features and inclusions, it’s a good idea to do your research before purchasing any new vehicle.

There are lots of reasons to choose Paul Sherry for your commercial wheelchair van, whether you want a new or used vehicle.

Easy to Shop Online

For starters, we make it extremely easy for you to shop for the perfect van online. Forget having to make the cumbersome and tedious trip down to a physical lot to view vans in person. With our online interface and pictures, you’ll know exactly what a given van has in store and can purchase one online with peace of mind.

Furthermore, our website is staffed by knowledgeable sales representatives who can answer any questions or concerns you may have before placing an order. Shopping for a commercial wheelchair van online at Paul Sherry is easier than anywhere else.

Wide Inventory Selection

In addition, Paul Sherry offers a wide inventory selection of commercial wheelchair vans, as detailed above. We offer mobility vans in both new and used condition, and can even help you custom order a van to your unique specifications or needs.

But if you want a van quickly, you can rest assured you’ll find the perfect vehicle for your price limitations and other needs in no time.

Custom Order Options

Custom ordering a commercial wheelchair van or mobility van is more than possible at Paul Sherry.

Put simply, custom ordering a van means you order a new vehicle straight from the automaker or manufacturing plant. There are several benefits to doing this:

• Firstly, you can choose the van’s color, aesthetic features, interior inclusions, and other elements. In other words, you get to decide exactly what the van does, how it operates, and what it looks like. This can be even more important for those who use wheelchairs compared to other individuals
• Secondly, custom ordering a van means you get your vehicle delivered straight to your door. Paul Sherry’s representatives and sales staff will help ensure that you provide the right address so vehicle delivery goes off without a hitch
• Lastly, custom ordering a van sometimes means you pay less than if you order a new van off the lot. When you order a commercial wheelchair van from scratch, the automaker knows that it has a guaranteed purchase. Because of this, the automaker might be willing to give you a slight discount

While you do have to wait for several weeks or up to a few months for your van to be completed, there are still lots of benefits to custom-ordering a new vehicle. Paul Sherry can help if you decide to go with this route.

Guaranteed Financing

Paying for your new commercial wheelchair van doesn’t have to be stressful or financially draining. With our knowledgeable loan officers, we guarantee we can find a financing solution that works for your budget.

At Paul Sherry, we pride ourselves on being able to help everyone get the vehicles they need without breaking the bank. We’ll explain your loan options and help connect you to trustworthy lenders who can facilitate your vehicle purchase when you need it most.

Excellent Customer Service

Most importantly, each of Paul Sherry’s staff members is friendly, trustworthy, and exceptionally knowledgeable when it comes to vehicle purchasing and loans. Our customer service is unparalleled – that’s why thousands of people trust Paul Sherry whenever they need to purchase any new or used vehicle, not just mobility vans.