A gently used mobility scooter may be a better option if money is tight. However, be careful to make sure that it is still in good working condition. If the scooter will be used for a long time, investing in a new may be a wiser option, so that another scooter does not need to be bought shortly after the first.
Retailers and companies that sell scooter carriers include: Discover My Mobility, Discount Ramps, Mobility-Scooters, Scooter Link, Manta, and Best Buy Dealer.
Mobility scooter can be found at stores such as Walgreens and Target. Both of these stores sell high quality mobile scooters for the elderly and disabled.
You can look for and purchase a used mobility scooter in your local classified ads, on craigslist, or even at local estate sales you may find a used one to buy.
http://www.amazon.com/HARMAR-AL420-POWER-MOBILITY-SCOOTER/dp/B000BW8KJK has one. You could also keep an eye on ebay for used.
Anyone can buy a mobility scooter. However, if you want part or all of the cost covered by your insurance or Medicare, you'll need a doctor to sign off on the fact that you need the scooter for medical reasons.
Check with the party from which the scooter was purchased. Policies regarding the buy-back of used equipment would rest on the company's need/market for it. It is more likely that you would do better by selling it outright.
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Here's a seller who regularly sells used scooters on eBay: http://valuemobility.com/scooters.htm .
Have you checked out craigslist.com . Its a great place to find all kinds of used items in your area. This is great because you dont have to pay for shipping.
These scooters seem to have a very long life expectancy so used ones should still be safe. I would ask about any incidents or accidents at the time you purchase it and have it checked out by a technician. A used mobility scooter can be very safe if you buy it from a reputable dealer who guarantees their products. If you should buy it on your own, it is a good idea to have it serviced and checked out entirely before using.
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