What are the important things you should consider if you are thinking of buying a used or pre-owned mobility scooter?

Yes, you can save money by buying a reconditioned mobility scooter, but this could end up costing you money in the long-run. The following points highlight some things you should take into account when purchasing a pre-owned mobility scooter:
- If you buy a reconditioned mobility scooter from a reputable mobility scooter manufacturer such as Pride you will be assured of a pre-owned model that has been fully factory reconditioned and comes with a warranty.
- This means you will still get after-sales support, even though you have not bought a brand new model.
- If you purchase a used mobility scooter from a private seller, you will buy it “as is” and as scooters do not come with a service history, you will have no assurances as to exactly how well-maintained the scooter has been. People are quite often re-selling an unneeded mobility scooter on Craig’s List or Ebay now, and you may get a good deal, just be wary!
- Although the price of a used mobility scooter sold privately may seem cheap compared to the cost of a new or reconditioned scooter, this can be a false economy, as it may not be worth much if it has not been properly serviced.

You need to fully weight up the pros and cons of the mobility scooter model you are considering, how important the purchase price is, how significant it is to have some guarantees of after-sales service and warranty coverage, and how long you expect to need your scooter and how much use it will get.

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A wide selection of mobility scooters, power chairs, lift chairs and stair lifts.

Renting a mobility scooter or power wheelchair has also become a more popular option to help people with their mobility. Many who cannot afford to buy a new mobility scooter are choosing the option of renting a scooter when they need one.

There are many mobility suppliers that offer great deals on renting mobility scooters, or purchasing/leasing reconditioned models.

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Get your very own lightweight, portable three-wheel mobility scooter from Scooter Direct in Philadelphia for only $589.

The Pride Travel Pro Portable Mobility Scooter has an easy disassemble design so it can easily fit into any vehicle.

It has a drive range of 15 miles, and a weight capacity of up to 325 pounds.

If you prefer not to make a one-off payment, you can purchase your mobility scooter at a monthly discounted price of just under $64, making this a very affordable way to own your own mobility scooter in Philadelphia!

Mobility Hypermarket is offering up to 60% off the retail price of Mobility Scooters in their summer sale.

This extraordinary saving on the cost of a mobility scooter means this deal from Mobility Hypermarket guarantees you the best-value mobility scooter purchase. It is backed with a “GUARANTEED NOT TO BE BEATEN ON PRICE” promise.

Mobility Hypermarket’s range includes portable mobility scooters, 4 mph mobility scooters, 6 mph mobility scooters and 8 mph mobility scooters.

All come with a warranty and can usually be delivered to your door within 5 days.

Don’t be trapped inside as winter approaches – ensure you can get around with your own mobility scooter at an affordable price.

Stannah Stairlifts, the UK-based company who manufacture and supply stair lifts internationally, have come up with a unique approach to help their engineers and installers understand the effects of arthritis.

Nick Stannah, product marketing director, explained how the innovative suit mimics the effects of osteo-arthritis on a sufferer’s knees, hips and hands, and enables the team at Stannah to continue to develop their products to improve independence for arthritis sufferers.

The arthritis-simulator suit was designed by a team at the Design School at Loughborough University and was launched to mark World Arthritis Day on October 12th.

Over 9 million people suffer with arthritis in the UK, and more than 46 million Americans are living with some form of arthritis. These figures are significantly on the increase, especially with the rise in obesity and poor diet, and our senior population increasing.


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British presenter and comedian, Paul Merton, has taken to a Mobility Scooter on his latest ‘Great Escape‘ series to be shot around the UK.

Merton whose previous ‘Great Escape‘ series have been shot around China and India, is now filming a ‘Great Escape‘ series around the United Kingdom…..and in true “british style” appears to be travelling on a scooter towing a mini-caravan!

The Yorkshire Post reported the story of Merton arriving at the Coop store in Hedon in East Riding and driving down the aisles on his mobility scooter.

The Presenter is filming this new series of ‘Great Escape‘ visiting caravan sites, theme parks and cruise ships around the UK. The show is to be aired on Channel 5.

Vulnerable elderly and disabled people could be subject to doorstep-selling mobility aid scams, according to a survey conducted by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT), as reported by the BBC.

The OFT Watchdog claims to have received thousands of complaints from elderly and infirm people who have been victims of unscrupulous traders peddling their mobility aids on the doorstep.

The lure of “discounted” mobility aids, such as stairlifts, adjustable beds and mobility scooters, that could make an elderly person’s life easier has made the elderly and disabled prime victims for such a scam.

Evidence suggests that some elderly people have paid up to 50% more than high street prices to these doorstep traders. Credit options to purchase mobility equipment has tempted some to go ahead to purchase mobility equipment that on what seems like an affordable monthly option, not realizing that they are paying way over the odds for their new stair lift or mobility scooter.

The mobility market is big bucks, and the sharks are feeding! This is not to say that all mobility traders are rogue, not at all, there are plenty of reputable, caring mobility companies…..the message is that you should be very careful who you are dealing with.

The OFT are trying to combat these unfair practices that are emerging in the mobility market by removing credit licences and encouraging trading standards to prosecute.

There is no law preventing traders knocking on doors, but the questionable practices of some traders, such as pretending to be from Social Services and refusing to leave until paperwork is signed, is a cause for concern.

Many reputable mobility manufacturers and suppliers do in fact require a home consultation in order to assess your home’s suitability for the desired mobility equipment. It is part of their professional service to ensure they correctly assess your needs, and your home, to provide you with the right equipment.

Tips:
• Make sure you know who you are dealing with.
• Check the company out – ask someone to verify their credentials.
• Use the Internet to research.
• Ensure you are dealing with an established, reputable local dealer.
• Beware of credit financing deals – ensure you know what credit interest (APR) you are paying.
• Try and have a family member or friend with you during a home consultation.

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As the Mobility Scooter Product Market is expanding, it can be more and more difficult to weigh up where to go when it comes to selecting the best value mobility scooter.

Mobility Scooters can vary in price, largely depending upon the model you choose, whether heavy duty or lightweight, and whether you decide to buy a new mobility scooter in London, or opt to save money on a scooter by buying secondhand.

Many reputable suppliers do re-sell reconditioned mobility scooters, and you can often also find good value secondhand mobility scooters sold privately online on sites such as Ebay and Craig’s list. Of course, these mobility scooters will come with no warranty, so you should be very careful, however, in some cases a deal can be found.

Popular Makes & Models of Mobility Scooters include: Shoprider, Electromotion – Ultraglide, Superglide, Micorglide, Horizon Aztec, Liteway 8, Gazelle, Royale, Neo 4, Rascal 450, Pride Colt, Mercury Prism, Rascal Liteway.

London Mobility scooters and power wheelchairs are available in the following areas:
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AmeriGlide say that the new range has been added due to demand from customers for more variety in the types of assisted bathing products.

Walk-in bath and shower tubs enable a disabled or elderly person to bath much easier, without the need to climbing in or out of a slippery tub.

Many assisted bathing tubs also offer hydrotherapy features as extra.

AmeriGlide’s range of walk-in tubs start from $1,570.00

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