Finding the right car for a disabled driver.

ReD94

Hello,

I am exploring the option of purchasing my own car however, the more I look the more confused I become. And the prices! I cannot afford to get a Motability car.

Does anyone know of any support available that can help identify the type of vehicle and adaptions one might require, and how to source it? - Google does not seem very helpful so far. I need a WAV for a disabled driver and predict that I will need to enter the vehicle in my wheelchair.

Thank you, Rachael

OverlyAnxious

Hi,

Even if you can't afford a Motability car, their website is still very useful for information. You can choose 'drive from wheelchair' when looking at the WAV options to show which vehicles are suitable. You will probably need a van for this purpose.

You may find a local Mobility specialist that offers vehicle adaption if not using the Motability scheme.

If it's the advance payment that prevents you using the Motability scheme, they do offer grants for that, depending on circumstances. I suspect that will be cheaper than buying one yourself and having it adapted. Unless you can find a used vehicle that has already been adapted, of course. Most Motability cars go to auction at the end of the lease, though I'm not sure whether WAV adaptions would be removed before that.

ReD94

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/987791#Comment_987791

Hello,

Apologies for the late reply. Thank you!
The upfront cost is not the issue; I can't afford to reduce my monthly income by so much.
I will look into Motability specialists - it can't hurt to ask.

OverlyAnxious

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/992068#Comment_992068

No problem, you're welcome.

The Mobility part of PIP was designed to cover transport costs. If you're having to use that for other costs then please do check whether you're currently missing out on any other benefits that you are entitled to.