2000 Dodge Grand Caravan with VMi Northstar Wheelchair Conversion

19,223 actual miles

? Amazingly low total miles!

? Has been significantly rejuvenated/updated

? 10’ lowered floor 53.5 inches clearance at entry! with 57 inches inside center position!

? Cosmetically, functionally and mechanically wonderful and ready to serve

Options and Equipment

THE VAN: Began as a Dodge Grand Caravan with 3.3L motor 6 cylinder and auto transmission. Has power steering, manual door locks, dual sliding side doors, rear vent windows, cold A/C and original AM/FM Cassette radio with adapter for iPad, iPhone, airbag, four speaker stereo, etc.

THE GOODIES: Custom stripes, brand new window tint with UV and glare blocker, Hood deflector Bug shield, Chrome Exhaust pipe, Deep 19” Axis Wheels with Nexen N3000 235/35ZR19 91Y Tires.

MOBILITY: When brand new, this van was converted by the Vantage company, which is the leading mobility equipment company. It received the best available conversion at the time of: Northstar, deeply lowered floor all the way to the dash, power sliding door and power sliding ramp, triple-redundant operating switches, deep-kneeling suspension and versatile locations for anchoring the wheelchair.

Note: This van does have the wonderful feature of wireless remote control for the ramp/door/kneeling. However, although it is functional and available if needed, we recommend using any of the 3 manual switches rather than the remote.

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

It was purchased when new in California the Santa Barbara County area and had been there its entire life until I acquired it. Based on the AutoCheck report and what I learned from the agency I acquired it from, it seems as though it’s one owner.

History of Care

As with each of my vehicles, following the excellent work of various professionals... it currently runs, drives, functions and performs fantastic.

Each of my vans receives a detailed (about 75 items) inspection by the general mechanic shop which I consider to be the finest in my area. Then, after discussing their report, I have them do what is needed to repair, replace or service items on the vehicle in order to reach my high standard of overall mechanical condition. This is a major element of my rejuvenated process.

As part of my rejuvenated process, each mobility/adaptive component is inspected, serviced, adjusted and repaired (if needed) by the premium company in this area which exclusively cares for wheelchair vans.

AutoCheck Report Summary

(AutoCheck is a widely used database which indicates the history of a vehicle including accidents, prior owners, etc.)

Nothing significantly negative indicated. The report does indicate mileage at sufficient intervals and amounts to verify these super low miles.

You Might Like To Know...

• The 10" lowered floor gives

the wheelchair user a normal

line of sight and provides

generous headroom.

• Multiple seating options give you independence and

flexibility. Choose to drive from your chair, sit in the

front passenger position or ride in the middle of the van.

• Fully automatic power door

and power ramp requiring

no effort to deploy or stow.

• Removable front seats are

equipped with rolling casters

making them easy to remove

and lock back into place.

• Deploy or stow the fully-

powered ramp system

with the one-touch switch.

• Ramp fully stowed

under the vehicle floor.

• 800 lb ramp capacity.

* To my knowledge

VMi: wheelchair-accessible vans are the most reliable and easy-to-use in the world.

Summary of this Gem

This 2000 Caravan is what would be fair to call a "must see". In every measure, it could easily pass for being 1/2 its age. It is a premium VMi Northstar in-floor ramp conversion with only 19K actual miles! It's been significantly rejuvenated in regards to function and appearance... this van is beautiful, functionally superb and ready to serve.

Driver's Side Full View

Driver's Side Rear View

Passenger Side Rear View

Passenger Side Front View

Driver's Side Interior

Odometer

Overall view of center dash area

Switches for kneeling/ramp/door

Engine Compartment

Notice: kneeling suspension creates very gentle ramp angle for easy loading and unloading

This photo indicates deeply lowered floor

Notice: black strip is location for inserting wheelchair anchor straps

Lowered floor all the way to the dash allows for parking of wheelchair in front passenger or driver location

This photo shows van in raised position which allows ample ground clearance even though the floor is deeply lowered

This photo shows van in fully kneel position

Notice: compared to above photo you can see the significant lowering effect of the kneeling feature

Rear cargo area

If you would like more information or to see and drive this vehicle,

please call or text Ryan at 424-271-5921.

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