Questions about having a mobility car

The waiting list depends on what make, model and spec you choose. Sometimes if you're very very lucky it will be quite quick. Other times it can be as long as several months but it does depend on the dealer. You can ask that question when you visit a dealer of your choice. It will just be an estimate though and it could be longer or shorter wait.

The advance payments are because the car itself would cost more than what the mobility payments are. When you pay an advance payment that money goes into a "pot" then every time PIP pay Motability for your vehicle they take a small amount out of that pot to increase that 4 weekly payment.

I'm on my 3rd mobility vehicle, the first 2 were SUV's so big, high and easier to get into, for me anyway, with bigger boots so much better for everything. More leg room too for any passengers you may have with you. Not forgetting car seats. (for my grandchildren)

My current car is a hatchback so much smaller and lower. Do I regret it, yes without any doubts. Much less leg room, smaller boot and less room for the car seats and it can be a nightmare getting my granddaughter into hers. The only things I like about it, is it's very comfortable to drive (very important) and it's a self charging hybrid so fuel economy is higher.

I'm due to order my next one in December this year and this time I'll be going back the the SUV and will be staying well away from all hatchbacks. Self charging hybrid is top of my list because it suits me perfectly and I love the fuel economy.

How do you find the perfect car? Hmm difficult when the test drive is usually short. There are some dealers that will allow you to take the car for as long as a couple of hours. It's very difficult to make a decision based on a very short amount of time because to get the feel of the car, the seat, the way it drives, for me a longer time would be needed.

Maybe make a list of what spec is important to you, such as dual zone air conditioning, blind spot monitoring, manual or automatic, lumber support (very important for me and makes a HUGE difference) heated seats perhaps? lovely on a cold winters day!

I have a good knowledge of cars so for me that's helpful. To know more details on the spec you can look at dealer websites to see what\s included and it will give you the full list. Or if that confuses you can go to a dealer and ask, they will tell you.

Yes, there's so many to choose from but make a shorter list of what you want and don't want and take it from there.

Good luck. That new car smell! and the ease of driving new cars, I love it. Some people think Motability isn't worth it but for me it's worth every penny. Worry free motoring at its best.

It depends what you mean by bad condition. I’ve had scratched and kerbed alloys, some scratches around the door handles and a few other minor things on cars that I’ve returned. Never had to pay anything.

They are a lot more lenient than when leasing vehicles other than through the Motability Scheme.

If you make too many claims through the insurance they may refuse your next lease.