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Note: 7,000 miles ago I sold this van to a family in Idaho. The parent, who was being transported in it, has now passed away. I received a call asking if I was interested in re-acquiring it? Yes, indeed I was. It has now once-again been through our extensive process, in order to ensure that it is in our usual very high level of cosmetic and functional condition. Highlights of This Van: *apx. $4,500 of new and very recent mechanical service: details below (extensive investment in cosmetic rejuvenation is in addition to this $4,500)
* 4x4 enhancement package has $3,000 value (installed only 7,000 miles ago) Options and Equipment THE VAN: Note that Astro vans have a true frame (similar to a full size truck or van) which is unlike nearly any other minivans ever built. This one began as a highly equipped model with nearly every option possible. Has the famously strong, reliable and reasonably fuel-efficient 4.3 Vortec 6 cylinder, with overdrive auto. Includes (before original mobility conversion or recent customizing by me) very long list of features/options such as: rear heat and A/C; power features such as windows, locks, mirrors; tilt & cruise; upgraded CD stereo system; overhead console with MPG, distance to empty, special lights, etc; pearl silver paint; lower body & bumper cosmetic package; 3-way rear door system (optional & super handy) ; upgraded interior and exterior features; and more Goodies: |
These videos were created approximately 7,000 miles ago, related to our first offering of this van. After re-acquiring it, we have now inspected, cared for and prepared it once again. If we were to create a new video, this van would appear as being essentially identical to what you are about to see. Thank you. |
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MOBILITY: When this van was a few years old it was converted for mobility use. Its list of features were installed in order to provide the ability for certain people in wheelchairs to have full independence, such as the original person who had the mobility conversion done:: Please feel free toemail or call me with any such questions. I will gladly assist with anything you wish to know. I have discovered that due to the unique way each person evaluates, measures and expresses their needs, I can be most helpful regarding this subject if we communicate directly. History of Ownership Approximately 7,000 miles ago I acquired this van from a private seller. Between my shop and several others, this van received our usual very high level of cosmetic and functional rejuvenation. Plus, it received the extensive customization as detailed above. It has now undergone another, lesser round (its only been driven 7k since we last sold it) of rejuvenation, in order to ensure that it once-again meets our high standards. Certified This vehicle is 'CERTIFIED': There are a combined 76 mechanical and cosmetic aspects included in the Wheelchair Van Oasis "Certification" process. A foundational step of the rejuvenation process is when each vehicle receives an extensive inspection by an objective, independent third- party service and repair facility. Suggested service, repairs and improvements are then performed by various professional specialists. The result is your assurance that each of the 76 aspects meets or exceeds the condition level of good, or satisfactory. For details regarding list of 76 cosmetic and mechanical aspects, please click here.Each van does of course have various elements which exceed the promised level of good or satisfactory, which the "Certified" program assures. Some are brand new improvements performed during rejuvenation. And others are obvious service or repairs performed recently, prior to my ownership. As for those, I only list here those positives which are certain, based on my either having a receipt, and/or due to being obvious to the inspecting-mechanic. I refer to these as "NEW OR RECENTLY SERVICED ASPECTS". Here are the new and recent items: New: List coming soon 7,000 miles ago: (in addition to the list mentioned above regarding the 4x4 upgrade package): power door lock parts; wiper motor; lube and filter; trans service; steering idler arm; front AND rear shocks; service rear differential; service front differential; major service transfer case; major rear brake job; new steering gear box; power steering pump; belts; alignment
Recent: Transfer case; oxygen sensor Carfax Report Summary (Carfax is a widely used database which indicates the history of a vehicle including accidents, prior owners, etc.)
Nothing notably negative or unusual: no frame damage...no airbags deployed...no structural damage...no "red marks"...no major accident.
* Chevy Astro and GMC Safari are essentially the same vehicle. Summary of this Gem This is one amazing, very special van in incredibly exceptional condition, from any angle and in any measure. Any other wheelchair van specialist may say that I was crazy to pay a fair price to get this van, and then invest two months and thousands into its functional care, and thousands more into customizing it, and thousands more into getting it to this level of cosmetic condition (it looks amazing, inside and out). I suppose I may be crazy, but that's O.K. It’s a pet project of mine to do what I can to make very nice 4x4 wheelchair vans available to people who seek one for a price that doesn't break the bank. If you have wished, hoped and prayed that you could find a 4X4 wheelchair van, you not only found one here, but this is a very special one, for all of the reasons detailed above.
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Note about these images: As you have read on the information page, we highly rejuvenated and moderately customized this van prior to selling it only approximately 7,000 miles ago. Having re-acquired it due to the person whom it was carrying having passed away, we now have inspected, cared for and prepared it for offering once again. These photos are from our prior ownership of it. There is no discernible difference between then and now. If we were to take all new photos (and videos) it would appear essentially identical to these photos.
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* I apologize for any unclear photos. At times, the conditions make a clear photo impossible. |
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