Choosing the right wheelchair van isn’t just about finding a vehicle that fits your budget – it’s about understanding which accessibility features will actually work for your daily life. At Paul Sherry Conversion Vans, we’ve helped thousands of families navigate these choices, and we know that what looks good on paper doesn’t always work in real life.

This guide breaks down the features that really matter, from different types of lifts to entry configurations, so you can make decisions based on your actual needs rather than marketing brochures.

Entry Options: Side vs. Rear Side Entry Wheelchair Vans

How it works: You enter through the passenger side door using a ramp or lift system.

When side entry makes sense:

• You [...]

Getting around shouldn’t feel like an obstacle course. But if you’re facing mobility challenges that don’t involve a wheelchair, that’s often exactly what it becomes. Maybe your current car is too high to step into comfortably. Or maybe you’re constantly worried about falling while trying to get out. Whatever the case, transportation shouldn’t feel this hard.

At Paul Sherry Conversion Vans, we talk to folks every week who are frustrated with how their vehicles just aren’t cutting it anymore. Maybe your walker doesn’t fit in the trunk. Maybe long walks from the parking lot are exhausting—or just not possible anymore. You might even be juggling medical gear that your car can’t handle.

If that sounds familiar, know this: it doesn’t have to stay that way.

When Walking Aids Become a Hassle

If you use a cane, walker, or crutches, you probably know how annoying it is trying to fit them into a car. It might [...]

Getting the right wheelchair van shouldn’t be held up by financing worries. We get it – these vehicles cost more than regular cars, and the whole process can feel intimidating when you’re already dealing with a lot. At Paul Sherry Conversion Vans, we’ve been helping families figure out the money side of things for decades, and honestly, there are more options than most people realize.

Look, we’re not here to talk you into financing if you can pay cash. But most people need some help with the financial side, and there are actually more options out there than you might think. We just want to make sure you know what’s available so you can decide what makes sense for your family.

Understanding Your Options Traditional Auto Loans

Most wheelchair vans [...]

Let’s talk about one of the biggest decisions you’ll face when shopping for a used handicap van: side-entry or rear-entry? It’s a choice that goes well beyond preference – it’s about how your van will work in your actual life, with your specific needs, in the places you go every day.

At Paul Sherry Conversion Vans, we’ve guided countless families through this decision. We’ve seen the relief on people’s faces when they find the configuration that just “clicks” with their lifestyle. So let’s break down these options in plain language to help you figure out which might work better for you.

The Basics: How Each Van Setup Actually Works

Before diving into which might be right for you, let’s get clear on what we’re talking about.

Side-Entry Vans: Coming in From the Side

Picture this: You pull up to a parking space, and a ramp unfolds from the passenger-side sliding door. The floor inside has [...]

Maintaining a used wheelchair van in top condition not only ensures the safety and comfort of its passengers but also extends the vehicle’s lifespan. At Paul Sherry Conversion Vans, we emphasize the importance of regular maintenance to keep your adapted vehicle running smoothly. Here are some essential tips for keeping your used wheelchair van in optimal condition:

Regular Mechanical Maintenance

Just like any vehicle, used wheelchair vans require regular mechanical upkeep including oil changes, brake checks, tire rotations, and engine diagnostics. Ensuring that your van’s basic mechanical components are in good working order is crucial for safe and reliable operation.

Wheelchair Lift and Ramp Care

The lift and ramp are vital for accessibility and need regular inspections to ensure they operate smoothly. Check for any signs [...]

When it comes to finding the perfect wheelchair-accessible vehicle, many people wonder if popular automotive brands like Toyota offer options that cater to their mobility needs. The good news is that Toyota does indeed provide a foundation for some of the best wheelchair-accessible vans available on the market today. At Paul Sherry Conversion Vans, we specialize in converting these reliable Toyota models into top-quality wheelchair vans, tailored to enhance your mobility and independence.

 

Toyota Models Ideal for Wheelchair Conversion

While Toyota doesn’t manufacture wheelchair vans directly, several of their models are excellent candidates for conversion. At Paul Sherry Conversion Vans, we focus on transforming these vehicles into highly functional and accessible wheelchair vans:

 

Toyota Sienna

The Toyota Sienna is a popular choice for wheelchair conversion due to its spacious interior and robust design. Known for [...]

When it comes to enhancing mobility and independence for family members with accessibility needs, investing in a wheelchair van can be a game-changer. At Paul Sherry Conversion Vans, we understand the profound impact that a well-designed wheelchair van can have on a family’s quality of life. Here’s why a wheelchair van is an excellent investment for families and how Paul Sherry Conversion Vans can help you find the perfect vehicle to meet your needs.

 

Enhanced Mobility and Independence

One of the most significant benefits of a wheelchair van is the increased mobility it provides for individuals with disabilities. These vans are designed to make transportation easier and more convenient, allowing your loved ones to move freely and independently. With features like wheelchair ramps or lifts and spacious interiors, getting in and out of the vehicle becomes effortless.

 

Key Features for Easy Access

Wheelchair Ramps and Lifts: These essential features ensure that entering and [...]

Are you in search of a wheelchair-accessible van that perfectly suits your mobility needs? Sherry Vans specializes in providing top-quality mobility solutions, we’ll help you understand the key differences between minivan-based and full-size wheelchair-accessible vans, enabling you to make an informed decision.

 

Minivan-Based Mobility Vans:

Minivan-based mobility vans are a popular choice for many individuals due to their compact size and easy maneuverability. These vans are adapted to accommodate wheelchairs with features such as power wheelchair lifts and manual ramps. They can be configured for both rear-entry and side-entry options, providing flexibility for various accessibility needs.

 

Advantages of Minivan-Based Mobility Vans:

Maneuverability: Minivans are known for their compact size, making them easy to navigate in tight spaces and parking lots.

Fuel Efficiency: Minivans typically offer better fuel efficiency compared to full-size vans, reducing the cost of ownership.

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Toyota Wheelchair Vans vs Honda Wheelchair Vans

Choosing a wheelchair van that works for your lifestyle and your budget is important. It can be overwhelming looking at all the similarities and differences. In the case of a Toyota and a Honda wheelchair van, we have made a hassle-free comparison to help you make an informed decision. 

Comparing a Toyota Wheelchair Van to a Honda Wheelchair Van

In order to properly compare the two, we need to ensure each vehicle is outfitted with the same conversion kit. In this case, the Toyota Sienna and the Honda Odyssey we will be comparing, are both outfitted with the VMI in-floor converter. 

Toyota Wheelchair Vans

The typical van that is used as a wheelchair van is the Toyota Sienna. When converting the Toyota Sienna, VMI has to make a few changes to the actual vehicle. This includes:

• Moving the rear axle and the seats backwards [...]

As the United States works towards becoming more accessible to people who have disabilities, we at Paul Sherry are ready to make transportation much more reliable. While many people don’t have to worry about how they are getting from one place to the next, people who use wheelchairs have to worry about that on the regular. With a new custom Honda Odyssey Wheelchair Van from Paul Sherry, let your worries be a thing of the past. We know that can sound a little too good to believe, which is why we have put together a list of the top five reasons a new custom Honda Odyssey Wheelchair Van may be right for you. 

Superior Features

The new Honda Odyssey Wheelchair Van comes with a host of superior features that make your life easier. These features include ParkSmart technology, interior lighting, flexible seating options, and a spacious/functional design. With state-of-the-art ParkSmart technology, the new Honda Odyssey [...]

The term conversion van covers a broad range of vehicles. In its most basic elements, a conversion van is a van that can be converted into a bunch of different things. In order to understand the different types, and help you choose which one suits your needs, we will go into detail about the van conversion types and converters. 

Van Conversion Types

There are many types of conversion vans including:

• Camper Vans / Class B Vans
• Wheelchair Vans
• Passenger Vans
• Limo Vans
• Shuttle Vans

A basic conversion van is typically a completely bare van that can be converted to suit the needs of the customer. This completely bare van can be a full-size van or a mini-van. Full-size conversion vans, such as the RAM ProMaster, are typically converted into business vans. While conversion mini-vans are typically converted into [...]

Wheelchair van purchases can be daunting for people who have never invested in one: Which is the safest? Will I be able to get into one without issues? What’s the best version?

A mobility van ranges in price depending on the features you need and want. We suggest test driving one to discover if it’s the right fit and if it makes you comfortable. Consider things such as where you may get in and out of this van the most. Would it be better to have rear or side entry? Will it need to be great for parallel parking?

Here are some of the most common questions about wheelchair vans:

How much does a mobility van cost?

Like all vehicles, it varies based on the features. Costs start around $40,000 for new vehicles. But there are plenty of used options as well. If you consider the regular price of a van and then add in [...]

It’s what’s inside a RAM van that truly steers a buyer’s decision.

The interior is what matters — maybe the purpose of owning one is to haul cargo, or to be used as a daily work vehicle. Perhaps the RAM van is primarily needed to comfortably transport a large group of people.

Conversion vans have resurged as a popular option for people with a variety of transportation needs.

In all cases, a RAM van buyer’s purchasing process should start with identifying the main need, and then considering the safety. How will it be handled on the road? How many people will be inside during the majority of its use? Where will the RAM van be stored?

Benefits of Owning A Conversion Van

The RAM ProMaster is perfect for carrying a lot of passengers — it has front-wheel drive, so it does well on windy roads and in moments of low traction. The engine is located [...]

The Dodge Grand Caravan excels as a van in general, but it stands out even more as an ATS mobility van. If you haven’t yet considered this vehicle for your next mobility van, you might want to. With an ATS mobility van conversion, the Dodge Grand Caravan allows for versatile configurations and a safe, secure entrance, exit, and transport of passengers with wheelchairs.

Dodge Grand Caravan ATS Mobility Van Features

The Dodge Grand Caravan ATS mobility van offers a lot for drivers in need of a wheelchair-accessible van. The following are a few stand-out features in this van:

Seating

Four adults can comfortably sit in the front and second-row bucket seats of the Dodge Grand Caravan when equipped with an ATS mobility conversion. Wheelchair access sits behind the second-row seats, giving the wheelchair user plenty of space to enter and exit comfortably.

The rear of the ATS mobility Dodge Grand Caravan has enough area to [...]

Conversion vans are among the most versatile vehicles on the road. Although they can be a hefty investment to start with, conversion vans are also known for their longevity and reliability for years to come. 

Like all vehicles, you get what you put into your conversion van in terms of its maintenance and long-term care. The more diligent you are about keeping up with regular maintenance tasks, the more your conversion van will reward you. 

The following maintenance routines are crucial to follow as a conversion van owner:

Fluids

Your van’s fluids keep its components in excellent working condition. Changing the oil and oil filter as often as your van’s owner’s manual suggests is a must. Newer vehicles often allow for slightly longer periods between oil changes, but you still need to consider your mileage, too.

In addition to oil changes, you should check your fluids periodically, even if you just set a reminder on [...]

As you explore the new mobility vans available, you will notice plenty of exciting new lift options, giving you the freedom you need to move around and get in and out of the van with ease. Depending on the van you select, you can choose from one of several different lifts, each with its own advantages and disadvantages and situations that it is designed for.

Revability Lift

One of the most popular options is the Revability conversion of the Chrysler Pacifica, which features the option of a rear or side-mounted commercial platform lift that has a 1,000-pound capacity. This model also offers the option of a rear ramp with a 1,000-pound capacity that is 42 inches wide.

Ricon Clearway Lift

Another new mobility van lift choice for the ProMaster is the Ricon Clearway with its unique, fully-automatic split platform that folds up to get out of the way when you press a button. The system [...]

When you head to Paul Sherry Conversion Vans to look at the new RAM passenger van models, you will notice some updates to the 2018 RAM ProMaster. Since all the Sherry RAM Conversion Vans are based on the ProMaster, keep these updates in mind when you look for the one you want. Both the full-size ProMaster and the compact ProMaster City have more convenience and safety features than in previous model years.

New Standard Features for the ProMaster

The newly standard features on the 2018 RAM ProMaster include a Uconnect 5.0 infotainment system, which you can choose to equip with navigation. To further help with connectivity and convenience, RAM also added integrated voice command, Bluetooth, and audio controls on the steering wheel. There is also now a rear [...]

When it comes time to buy your new mobility van, getting it from Paul Sherry Conversion Vans is a smart decision. We understand our clients and work hard to get you exactly what you are looking for. We pride ourselves on our friendliness and knowledge of our inventory. This helps make the shopping experience stress-free for you, letting you move around town in your mobility van in almost no time.

Excellent Selection

We have a great selection of mobility vans at Paul Sherry Conversion Vans since this is one of the areas that we specialize in. While most are based off the RAM ProMaster, we have several other models for you to choose from. The conversions are all of the highest quality, giving you confident access to

There are many types of vans available but the RAM ProMaster is among the most frequently converted into a wheelchair van. These are high-quality vans to begin with and have been for years, letting drivers choose from new or used models as a way to save money. The team at Paul Sherry Conversion Vans can help you create a custom van starting with the RAM ProMaster chassis. We choose this particular model to base our conversions off of for numerous reasons; here are just a handful of the RAM wheelchair van performance advantages.

20+ MPG

One of the best things about the RAM wheelchair van is that it is highly efficient. Most large vans will guzzle gas like crazy, leaving you with a high fuel bill and frequent trips to the gas station. The RAM ProMaster [...]

Conversion vans and larger vans in general seem to be less popular today than they have been in the past. This change has slowly taken place as minivans became more popular, but people across the country are missing out. Traditional vans are incredibly spacious and offer extra passenger space, making them great for wheelchair van applications, large families, businesses, sports teams, schools, and more. They also offer plenty of advanced technologies so you won’t feel as if you are missing out. When you are looking to buy your next van, you will find plenty of great choices. Search for the following qualities to help narrow down your selection.

Interior Space

Perhaps the most important part of a van is its interior space; after all, this is why most people choose a van over an alternative, like a minivan or SUV. Figure out how many seats you need in your van; you can easily find models [...]

While most people on the road will stick to cars, trucks, or SUVs, some will find that a luxury van from Paul Sherry is the ideal option. These vans fit seven or nine passengers with ease and are spacious with premium appointments. They let everyone ride in comfort and give you unlimited options for uses. While you could always use your luxury van for a shared taxi service, there are plenty of other uses, as well.

Family Vehicle

If you have a larger family, then a Sherry luxury van will be the ideal choice. Since they are ready for nine passengers, you don’t have to worry about having room for everyone when you go to the store, movies, or on another outing. They will always have room for you, your spouse, and several kids, plus their friends.

Business, School, or Hotel Shuttle

Those who run a hotel, business, or school may find a luxury van [...]

When you need to get a conversion van, you need to consider how much your investment in the van should amount to. You can put a great deal of money in a New Conversion Van, or you can get yourself a Used Conversion Van. Each van is going to serve you well, but you need to figure out which investment is going to serve you the best.

Used Vans

When you come to purchase a used conversion van, you need to remember that these vans have varying mileage on them. You can get a van that has many miles on it for a small amount of money. However, you will need to spend more money on a van that has less mileage.

Also, when it comes to Conversion Vans, the accessories on the van are going to [...]

Two leaders of the conversion van industry – Rocky Ridge Vans and Paul Sherry Conversion Vans – have teamed up to create a new line of conversion vans built on the strong and durable RAM ProMaster chassis. This new line of conversion vans will consist of top-of-the-line products that give customers the very best in conversion van luxury and functionality.

All new vans in this line will be equipped with features that make them ideal for a variety of customers. First, these vans will offer a comfortable and sizable interior space, allowing drivers to carry a lot of equipment, people, or a combination of the two. The floor is designed to be low, which helps contribute to the easy entry into the vans and it’s bountiful headroom.  An unnoticed feature of the RAM ProMaster is [...]

Many people like being able to travel in comfort. When they want to drive around their hometown or even take longer drives across the country, they may want a vehicle that gives them plenty of room and provides them with the safety that they desire. These desires are no less with travelers who use wheelchairs or other mobility devices. Regardless of the distance they plan to travel, people can get the comfort, style, and safety they want when they invest in a Paul Sherry conversion van.

A wheelchair van from Paul Sherry Conversion Vans provides important safety features that make it easy to drive and operate in all traffic conditions. With its front wheel drive, people can brake easily and steer their van in whatever direction they choose without fearing that the back wheels will lock up or pull away from the direction in which the van is [...]