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Options and Equipment
THE VAN:
Began as a well-equipped, upgraded model with deluxe cloth interior and armrests, tinted windows, upgraded interior and exterior features, and much more. It has the famously reliable, strong and yet reasonably fuel efficient 3.4-liter V6 (medium size for a 6 cylinder) with a full range of power and convenience features such as: power windows, tilt wheel and cruise control; power locks and mirrors; factory alloy wheels; auto with overdrive; rear ventilation; brand new CD stereo with accessory jack.
Mobility and Adaptive Features
When new, the industry leader, Braun, converted this. They are a 35-year-old company that buys several thousand new vans each year and converts them for wheelchair access, and then sells them through a special dealer network. Braun invests much into the design and execution of the conversions, which results in a van that looks great, feels great, and functions smoothly, easily and reliably. This van model named an "Entervan" was special ordered with a package that provides the absolutely important and valuable features that allow minivans to be excellent wheelchair vans. However, this special package results in absolute reliability and nearly zero need for maintenance or possible needed repairs of the mobility components. This is due to having a manually operated side door and see below for details about this awesome, simple ramp. Here is a list of the primary conversion features:
* Lightweight aluminum ramp with spring-assist: made with solid aluminum that is super strong and yet lightweight too. Very easy to put down to the ground and up to stow it. There is no motor to operate this and therefore, there are no electronics to break, and no service or maintaining needed. This ramp is long and wide, sufficient for even very large wheelchairs to safely and easily maneuvers on and has a 600 pound rating. This ramp also has what is called a "gate feature", which allows for the ramp to easily swing out of the way for entry/exit of able-bodied folks while ramp is stowed in doorway area.
* Deeply lowered floor: (apx 15 inches) begins in front of original rear seat and extends all the way to below the dash. This floor is smooth, level and firm, which is ideal for wheelchair maneuverability. This deep floor and great engineering create nearly 56 inches (many lowered floor minivans in this age or price category only have 52-54 inches) of entry clearance at the lowest point and then there are several inches more headroom than that when inside the van.
* Special flooring surface: commercial-grade textured surface on a metal floor, creates great traction and durability, plus it sweeps or mops clean. This is not carpet nor vinyl, it is a permanent texture on top of metal flooring.
* Both front seat assemblies are easily removable: takes only a couple of minutes, if you want or need to park a wheelchair in either front location. The floor under the seats is the same material as the main floor area.
* Slots to insert anchor straps in the floor: they are in many locations, in order to secure a wheelchair nearly anywhere in the forward or middle areas of the van
* Includes 4 anchor straps:
Dimensions, capacity and specifications:
Please feel free to
email 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.
Ownership
Other than less than 10,000 miles of its life during a couple of years, this has been owned by one person.
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 airbags deployed...No damage leading to such report notes as salvage, totaled, etc...no "red marks" on the report...no major accident...no lemon history...no odometer tampering...no derogatory remarks on the state-issued title
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* Due to this era having a deeper lowered floor than previous vans, and because Venture vans are a bit bigger than most minivans, the interior of this feels and functions larger than many other minivans in this age/price range. It's not a big difference, but it does help with an extra inch or two here and there, including having more entry clearance and interior headroom.
Summary of this Gem
This one is in a desirable sweet spot for nice features, low miles and affordable price. This one provides a great overall balance for families that need a van with appearance, feel and function that is all at a great level, without breaking the bank
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