Mobility Scooters – Buyers Check List | Caring Comes First Mobility

Mobility Scooter Buyers Check List

“Always go to buy a Mobility Scooter with a friend or relative, never on your own”

Make sure you have the answers ready for the questions below

What are you going to use the Mobility Scooter For?

How many wheels?

Where are you going to keep the Mobility Scooter?

Personal

Make sure you are fully satisfied with the items below

Assessment You should be fully assessed by the sales person, including your weight, size, disability (both physical and mental)
Correct size Is the scooter the correct size for you and for the your intended use
Comfortable Are you comfortable sitting and riding the scooter .. has it been adjusted for you
Demonstration Have you been given a full demonstration of how to use the scooter and do you understand what you have been told
Test drive You need to have a test drive to ensure you can handle the scooter and to see if you feel comfortable
Questions answered Have all your questions been answered satisfactory
Warranty Find out how long the warranty period is and what to do if you have a problem during the warranty period
Service / Repair Can the shop offer ongoing support for servicing and repairs
Optional Extras Are there any optional extras that could make life easier for you. i.e. bag, mirrors, walking stick holders
Home delivery Make sure the cost of the Mobility Scooter includes home delivery
No pressure sales If you feel you are being pressurised into buying by the sales person, DO NOT BUY … leave the shop
Insurance Ask for insurance details for both you and the Mobility Scooter
Contact Details Insure you have full contact details of the place you buy the Mobility Scooter from

If you are not happy with any aspect of your sales experience …
DO NOT BUY