1998
Ford Windstar
w/ special-ordered conversion:
ultra-low maintenance and
maximum reliability
32,000 total, actual miles (by one
owner)
Current Price: $
13,900
THIS CERTIFIED VEHICLE INCLUDES:
6 MO/6,000 MILE 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. $ 2,000 of new and very recent maintenance/service: details below (extensive investment in cosmetic rejuvenation is in addition to this $2,000)
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Please read below
regarding the unique and
helpful special-ordered
features which make this
an extra-desirable used
van
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Options and Equipment THE VAN: Began as a middle trim-level model. It was special ordered to include the desirable 3.0 liter engine (small V6) rather than the usual engine which is the larger, less reliable and higher gas-consumption 3.8. It also has an automatic with overdrive, which when combined with the small V6 gets good MPG. There is power mirrors, windows, locks, rear power vents and a simple (good sound) stereo. GOODIES: When rejuvenating wheelchair vans I like to make them look more modern and fresher than their years. I accomplish that in various ways. I also try to improve them in ways that are not only cosmetic. With this van, I had the pro's add a wide side molding which protects the sides and when combined with a combination of wide stripes add a modern, fresh touch to the overall appearance and improved protection. MOBILITY: This was converted by a division of one of the two mobility van industry giants, named "Ricon". The model of this one, as you see in photos, is "Activan". This was special ordered with a certain package of features which are intended for ultra-reliability, longevity, simplicity and durability. This package is often ordered by taxi and shuttle companies. (Although that has not been the purpose for this van. Described below are the features: * Floor is deeply lowered from the rear seat to the dash area and it is very level and smooth. This is so easy to maneuver on and creates maximum headroom and side entry clearance. * The entry (floor and ceiling) and ramp area is very cleverly designed, engineered and altered to result in maximum clearance to accommodate for taller folks and taller wheelchairs. As you see in the photo, this van has 56+ inches of clearance at the lowest point ! This is a couple or several inches more than the most common low floor minivans (apx 70% of all low floor minivans made) which are the Chrysler corporation vans called Caravan/Voyager/Town & Country. This is a very important dimension for many users. * Both front seat assemblies are very easily removable via one-hand operable quick-release levelers. * Heavy-duty Commercial-grade rubber flooring material wears "like iron" and is a great surface to drive wheelchairs on. (most low floor minivans retain the original carpet, which is no comparison in quality to this) * Modified suspension, but not kneeling suspension. Toward the goal of ultra reliability and low maintenance, the rear suspension is at a pre-set level which balances having maximum possible ground clearance and yet creates a gentle ramp angle. * Slider door has been modified to create an extra-wide entry area, but the door is manually operated. This is another step intended for super reliability and low maintenance. * This is an awesome ramp! It is a solid piece of heavy-duty aluminum, yet weights very little due to being aluminum. It easily moves in and out via roller-assist and a simple oval handle cut into the end to hold on to. Most folks can easily move this ramp in and out with one hand...or even a couple of fingers. With no motors, sensors, switches or gadgets...this ramp will do what you and your family need EVERY time, with nothing to break, wear, fiddle with.... or cause you problems. Summary of the unique list of mobility/adaptive features of this van: Each of the above-mentioned features is part of a package that does exactly what it is intended to do...which is to have maximum function with the absolute minimum of hassle, concern, glitches or headaches. This van is focused entirely on transporting folks in wheelchairs quickly and easily every time....time after time after time. 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 a few thousand miles, this van has had ONE OWNER since new. This was special-ordered by the University of Oregon (Go Ducks) and was designated to be used for a special department. This van was available in order to ensure that students in wheelchairs would always have a way to get to certain destinations on campus, and in the greater Eugene area. Obviously, it was not used very much and as a result it has incredibly low miles.
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: Major A/C service; cooling system flush and service; alignment; rear wiper motor; one power window motor; all wiper blades; power steering system flush; misc light bulbs; turn signal switch assembly; new rollers for the ramp; various misc maintenance, repairs, adjustments, etc Recent: Four tires (in past apx 10k miles) Approximate retail value/cost of above-listed items: $ 2,000
Carfax Report
Summary Nothing derogatory.
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. * This van has more than 56 inches of clearance at the lowest point, which is a couple or several inches more than most low floor minivans. And as you may have discovered, when it comes to wheelchair vans (which most folks wish were bigger in various ways) every inch makes a noticeable and sometimes important difference. Summary of this Gem This van is special. It has incredibly low miles and has been highly rejuvenated to "Certified" condition. And it was ordered with a special package of features that really matter. Although these features were nice to have when new...the reliability, ease of use, and low maintenance is an even much greater benefit on a van in this price-range. |
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Notice the
very deeply
lowered floor.
This carefully
engineered floor
design leads to
having 56-3/4
inches clearance
at the entry,
which exceeds
most low floor
minivans by
several inches (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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This ramp is
solid aluminum
and is very
light, made
especially easy
to use because
it has
roller-assist
wheels
underneath it.
Its easily
operated by one
hand and some
folks could move
it in and out
with a couple of
fingers...its
very easy.
And due to
having no
electronics
involved, it has
zero maintenance
needed and no
opportunity to
fail to function (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Wide and
long...this ramp
is well-suited
for even larger,
heavier
wheelchairs (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Its hard to
notice in the
photos, but this
floor and ramp
area is cleverly
designed to gain
every bit
possible of
entry clearance
and interior
headroom.
Slider door is
manually
operated, so
there's nothing
to maintain or
break.
Note: such
sliding doors
are modified to
allow for
opening wider
than a standard
minivan door.
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Sorry for
the shadows and
reflections (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Newly-installed
custom side
moldings and
graphics help
this van look
quite modern (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Rear gate (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Lots of
space behind
seat for cargo (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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This has the
small 6 cylinder
motor which is
preferred by
most folks to
the larger 3.8
motor, as the
3.0 gets better
MPG and is most
reliable. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Super sharp
and immaculate (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Right side (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Right front (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Front (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Tall
backrests on
these seats are
very supportive (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Simple, easy
to use controls (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Notice the
riser pedestal
with footrest
platform, which
makes your
seating position
the same as if
there were not a
lowered floor. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
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Quickly and
easily removable
front seats (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
When seat is
removed, there
is lots of space
for a wheelchair
and there are
anchor-points in
the floor for
securing straps.
Drivers seat can
also be removed. (Click on Picture to Enlarge) |
with a very
generous 56-3/4
inches entry
clearance, this
exceeds most
similar-age
lowered floor
minivans by 2-4
inches! (for
some users, a
few inches extra
is a big
benefit)
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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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