1998
Chevy is perfect for
large families &
folks with very
active lifestyles
Miles: 79,000
Current Price:
$15,900
$14,900
THIS CERTIFIED
VEHICLE INCLUDES: 12
MO/12,000 MILE
WARRANTY
BONUS: 8 months/8,000 miles additional warranty
Note: warranty is
valid in each of the
United States,
excluding Alaska and
Hawaii
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Highlights of This Van:
Ø
apx. $2,250 of new and
very recent
care/service: details
below
(extensive investment in
"R.U.E. Project" is in
addition to this $2,250)
Ø Very rare: tall roof, window model, extended body wheelchair vans that have capacity for this many folks (9) plus 1 or 2 wheelchairs are nearly non-existent. And now, after our major R.U.E. process, this is one heck of a nice van. |
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Options and Equipment THE VAN: Prior to being converted into a wheelchair van, this began as a fancy, upgraded, "LS" model. This trim level is fairly common on a standard length passenger van, but is VERY rare on a tall roof, extended body model. Some of the items on the long list of features this van has are: power windows, locks and mirrors; intermittent wipers; tilt wheel and cruise control; stereo with 4 speakers; high back captains chairs in front with armrests; upgraded interior and exterior trim features for better appearance, comfort and function; factory tow package; gauge package; upgraded headlights and misc lighting; miscellaneous convenience and comfort features; etc, etc. GOODIES: Tow hitch and wiring system. During the very substantial R.U.E. process this project #348 van has received, there are several quality elements which have been added: modern factory alloy wheels; quality Toyo tires; NEW custom two-tone paint; NEW custom graphic and striping package; NEW Sony CD with accessory jack; NEW dark window tint for UV light blockage, thermal insulation benefits and better appearance MOBILITY: When the family I acquired this from bought it at one year old, they took it directly to a mobility conversion specialist for a wonderful package of changes. And during the R.U.E. process there were some extras added. Here is the list of what this van now offers as a mobility van: * Moderately tall, contoured roof: This creates super headroom when inside, yet due to its moderate height and being contoured, it gets respectable MPG, and does not have notable wind noise or buffeting. * Heavy Duty rear ventilation system: there are several vents in the ceiling area and a separate temp and fan control in the rear as well. Many families with a person in a wheelchair find that having this level of rear ventilation is a big plus, as was the case with the folks I acquired this from. * Tall side entry slider door: these all steel (some vans use plastic or fiberglass) upper door extensions contributes greatly to the entry clearance, which is a "must" for some users. And even if its not a must, it makes entry and exit a more pleasant experience for anyone going in and out. (NOTE: wheelchair vans with this slider door have a wider opening, and thus a larger size lift capability, than vans with two "barn doors") * Braun lift with split-folding platform: made by the worlds largest manufacturer and innovator of lifts, this is a super mechanism. Its rated at 600 pounds and has a platform large enough for most users and their wheelchairs. The split platform allows for easy passage of able-bodied folks in and out when lift is stowed. This is a SUPER feature that is rarely found on extended length, tall roof vans. It has controls on the lift and on a cord/cable. It would be easy and not costly to add operating switches in other locations if desired. * EZ-Lock electronic wheelchair anchoring device: if you always want to park your wheelchair in the same location, this device is the cats pajamas! During the major floor improvement project (details below) this was uninstalled and is now ready for reinstallation in the specific location of your choosing. Control unit is mounted on the dash at this time. * Manual anchor strips: included with this van are steel anchor strips that can be installed in location of your choice, if you need or want to use manual anchor straps. * NEW FLOOR IS A SUPER ENHANCEMENT: My greatest wonderment in the six years I have specialized in rejuvenating and improving wheelchair vans, is that I wonder why more wheelchair van creators and owners don't have such a feature as has now been added to this van. Although most folks tend to think of a floor in a van as being flat and solid from the factory, it is actually far from it, and that results in a terrible surface to move a wheelchair van on. You see, under the factory carpet in a stock van, there is a thick carpet pad and under that is, to one degree or another, a lumpy, bumpy, uneven metal floor surface. And in the case of most vans that are turned into a wheelchair van, there are also remnants from seats being removed, such as holes, tracks, mounting plates, etc. All of what I describe here results in a surface that is not nice to maneuver a wheelchair on. And there are misc unpleasant elements to live with. The diameter of wheels on most wheelchairs help to overcome these facts, but the usual floors are far from ideal. And so we solve that here. In the area which the chair will be moving, a specialist removes whatever materials which are above the metal floor surface. And then they install 3/4 inch marine grade plywood over the metal, to create a smooth, solid, level surface. (plus the floor becomes quieter) And then a nice material is put over the wood for cosmetic benefit. In this van, we used high-grade vinyl flooring material. And then there are metal transaction strips at the borders to make movement in the van easy for able-bodied folks. Once you have maneuvered your wheelchair on a floor like this, you would never want anything less. 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. History of Ownership Other than the first year of its life, this van has been owned by one family. I purchased it directly from that family. This use by a family is very desirable for a long, high-capacity van such as this, as nearly all such vans have had harsh commercial, institutional, or business use. Family use results in a much nicer used van. 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 New: HD battery; power locks service and repair; power window service and repair; transmission service and flush; cooling system service and flush; oil and lube; coolant thermostat; primary hinge system on slider door replaced (makes it smooth and easy to operate, like when new); lift service and adjustment Recent: Quality Toyo tires have about 75% tread Approximate retail value/cost of above-listed items: $2,250 ( investment of thousands of dollars during the R.U.E. project is in addition to this $2,250)
Carfax Report
Summary Nothing derogatory, no accidents, no glitches.
You Might Like To Know... * Each of my vans has a superb paint sealant as the final step of the extreme detail. If you were to have a professional apply a treatment the cost would be several hundred dollars. * There are very few tall roof, extended body wheelchair vans that have not had commercial, government, service agency or some sort of non-private use history. And so the fact that this has had a family using it, results in a van that has had much easier use than those other vans. And when you combine this fact, with the fact that this van is much more nicely equipped than vans with those others histories, makes this a very special and hard to find wheelchair van. * To create a new Chevy van with similar features would now cost apx. $60,000. Summary of this Gem I am happy to offer this van. If you are one of those seekers who needs to carry many passengers, but doesn't want a big ugly van with sparse amenities, and you want such a van for well under $20k, this is the van for you. This one is ...very sweet. |
This
platform us
pretty large and
can accommodate
most
wheelchairs. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Enormous
empty space for
two wheelchairs
if needed.
And this has had
the new floor
project which
creates the very
nice, solid,
smooth and level
floor.
This is a super
benefit, not
only for the
person in
wheelchair
because its so
nice to roll on,
but it also
makes it easier
for all users to
move around in
the van than a
cushy, lumpy,
padded floor. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Nice view of
the two rear
seats, which
hold 7 (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Platform
folds which
allows easy
passage of folks
in and out when
lift is stowed.
This is a super
feature because
it makes flow
and logistics so
much better than
if door is
blocked, as on
many vans. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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This
is called "floor
level", ready to
load or unload
in and out of
the van (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Drivers side (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Left side
rear (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Rear
view (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Passenger
side rear (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Direct
passenger side
view (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Passenger
side front (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Front view (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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(Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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These are the
dash controls
for the EX-Lock
electronic floor
anchoring system
(Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Clean as can
be...easy access
to important
fluids and such (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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(Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Rear
ventilation
system has two
separate control
panels, as seen
here in front
area for driver
to use , and
another set is
located in rear
area (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Simple
ventilation
controls and new
Sony stereo
(Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
New Sony CD
stereo with
accessory jack (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Excellent
tire life
remains, and
these modern
factory alloys
have been added,
during our R.U.E.
process. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Passenger
front (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Plenty of
space of most
wheelchairs.
Controls are on
the arm of the
lift, as well as
elsewhere (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Lift
platform in
unfolded
position (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
This is the
EZ-Lock
electronic
docking system
for the floor.
It is ready to
be mounted
anywhere on the
floor a new
owner chooses to
do so. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Tall doors
and
corresponding
roof notch
create generous
entry/exit
clearance. This
is very helpful
not only for
some wheelchair
bound folks, but
also makes going
in and out much
easier for all
others as well (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Enormous
interior
headroom. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
The interior
of this van is
cavernous, with
seating for 7 in
the rear and
enough space to
park 2 typical
wheelchairs in
the middle. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Vents and
controls for
rear ventilation
system (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Super space
provides an
abundance of
freedom
movement, for
two wheelchairs
if needed. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
This is the
forward storage
bin. The photo
does not do it
justice, as it
is actually
about 2 feet
deep and 5 feet
wide. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
This is the
rear storage
bin. The photo
does not do it
justice, as it
is actually
about 2 feet
deep and 5 feet
wide. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Additional
lighting in rear
area (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
Plenty
of space for
most folks to
transit past
forward most
seat to get into
the far rear
seat (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
The feel,
fit and controls
in this van are
simple, yet
capable...and
comfortable.
The design is
the same in this
van as newer
Chevy or GMC
vans until 2003. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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* I apologize for any unclear photos. At times, the conditions make a clear photo impossible. |
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If you would
like more
information or
to see and drive
this vehicle,
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