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MINI Motability Adaptations
Access a range of adaptations through the Motability Scheme to help make motoring easier for your needs. It is easy to choose the right adaptations for your needs, with hundreds of adaptations available at no additional costs. Our MINI Motability Scheme specialists can help you choose the best adaptations to suit your requirements. We can also advise what type of Motability adaptations are suitable for which types of vehicles. Whether you need accessibility, driving or stowage adaptations, Group 1 MINI is here to help.
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Choosing the right Motability adaptations
Driving should be accessible and comfortable for everyone. With over 50,000 Motability Scheme customers choosing to have adaptations fitted to their vehicles, you too can benefit from the adaptations available on the scheme. Around 150 adaptations can be fitted to your Motability car at no extra cost - making motoring accessible to more people.
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Adaptations is the term that is used for a range of products that can help improve your experience on the road. What difficulties are you currently facing with your current car? There is a whole range of adaptations available, which can help make your motoring experience easier or more comfortable.
Some issues can be solved simply by choosing the right MINI model. If you require features such as an automatic gearbox, push-button ignition, parking sensors or a boot with a flat entry, opting for a different model can make all the difference. Our MINI Motability specialists can recommend the right models to suit your individual needs. However, if you do require more help with motoring, then MINI Motability adaptations could be the answer you’ve been looking for.
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Are you the main driver?
If you are the main driver of the vehicle and you have difficulty driving, there are a number of Motability adaptations that could help improve your driving experience. Here are some examples:
Scenario
Adaptations
You have limited mobility or control in your legs
Mechanical hand controls, electronic accelerators, steering aid and pedal guards
You have limited mobility in your right hand
Mechanical hand controls or left foot accelerators
You have limited strength in your upper body
Steering aids, remote control devices, easy release handbrakes and electronic accelerators
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Do you have a wheelchair or scooter?
Perhaps you or your carer are finding it difficult to stow away your wheelchair or your scooter. If this is the case, you could consider getting adaptations fitted to your Motability car, such as a hoist.
Scenario
Adaptations
Your wheelchair or scooter is too heavy to lift and stow
Car boot or rooftop hoists
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What types of adaptations are available?
There are three types of Motability adaptations available: accessibility, driving and stowage. Depending on what you find difficult when travelling, there are a range of adaptations that can help. Our MINI Motability specialists can advise you on the best MINI model to choose and the most suitable adaptations for your individual requirements.
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Accessibility adaptations
When you are a wheelchair user, you don’t have to be limited to a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV). There are a number of Motability adaptations that can be installed on standard cars. Some adaptations can even be transferred from your existing Motability Scheme car to your next one.
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Transfer plates
Fitted to the side of the car seat, a transfer plate provides a smooth surface between the wheelchair and the car seat. This allows you to move between your wheelchair and the car seat with ease. You must be able to use your upper body strength well to be able to get yourself in and out of the car using a transfer plate.
Once you are comfortably in your seat, the transfer plate can be folded out of the way. Both manual and electric transfer plates are available; however, electric transfer plates will cost more.
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Electric person hoist
Wheelchair users may want to consider an electric person hoist, which physically lifts you into the car. A permanent mount is fitted into the vehicle along with three sections that clip together, forming a frame. The canvas sling can be positioned with very little effort from the wheelchair user.
Slip the heavy-duty hooks onto the hoist, which is then raised electronically. Once you are seated in the car, the frames of the hoist can be stowed in the boot, but the sling must remain in place. This makes it easier to reverse the process once you reach your destination.
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Swivel seats
Designed to make it easier to get in and out of the car, permanent swivel seats can turn and move in and out of the car, lower or tip. Both manual swivel seats and powered versions are available depending on your requirements. You may need help stowing your wheelchair in the boot if you are unable to do it yourself.
Wheelchair swivel seats are also available. Made up of two parts, they enable the base of your wheelchair to connect to a special car seat; however, they cannot be operated independently.
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Driving adaptations
From simple attachments to replacing all controls with a system designed specifically for you, driving adaptations can enable you to drive where it would usually not be possible. Driving adaptations can help with speed control, steering and signalling; however, most controls require an automatic gearbox. The original controls can still be used with the adaptations in place in most cases, which means your nominated driver can still use the car.
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Hand controls
Do you find using standard pedals for acceleration and braking difficult? If you need help with speed control, you may find hand controls like a push/pull device more suitable. Control the speed of the car with your hands by pushing or pulling a lever to accelerate or brake.
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Steering aids
Ideal for those who have difficulty holding or turning a standard steering wheel, steering aids are the ideal solution. Various solutions could help you drive with ease, such as a steering wheel ball that can be fitted to give you more control when steering the car.
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Remote control devices
Operate your standard car controls like the indicators, windscreen wipers and headlights with a single control panel mounted on the steering wheel. Remote control devices can make operating basic car functions easy and can be done with one hand.
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Electronic accelerators
Designed for those who have limited mobility in their legs or struggle with push/pull hand controls, an electronic accelerator could be the solution. All electronic accelerators come with a hand-operated brake.
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Left foot accelerators
If you have limited mobility in your right leg, you could benefit from a left foot accelerator. There are a few types of left foot accelerators available, including a floor-mounted accelerator and a twin-flip accelerator.
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Pedal modifications
You could choose to have the pedals extended if you have difficulty reaching the pedals when driving. Modified pedals can bring them closer to the driving seat, so you can drive more comfortably.
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Stowage adaptations
Lifting your wheelchair or scooter into your car can be very difficult without a stowage system. A boot hoist or a rooftop stowage unit works by taking the weight of the wheelchair or scooter and guiding it into either your boot or your rooftop stowage unit. They both work at the touch of a button. Most stowage adaptations can be transferred to your next Motability Scheme car.
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Car boot hoist
Store your wheelchair or scooter in your car boot using a hoist. Tie-downs are included to help safely secure your wheelchair or scooter in your car boot. The type of wheelchair or scooter will affect the type of boot hoist you require and how much space is needed.
We recommend bringing your scooter or wheelchair to the dealership, so our Motability specialists can advise which hoist type is most suitable. Car boot hoists are an alternative to a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV).
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Rooftop stowage
If you use a manual wheelchair and need to use your boot to transport other items, a car rooftop stowage unit could be the solution for you. It allows you to store a folded wheelchair in a box that sits on the roof of your car. An electric hoist lifts the folded wheelchair into the rooftop box. They can usually be installed on either the passenger or the driver's side.
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Lightweight manual wheelchair
Wheelchair users may benefit from leasing a lightweight manual wheelchair alongside your Motability Scheme car. Maximise your mobility when you’re out and about and choose from either a self-propelled or assistant-propelled wheelchair. Both options are easy to fold, stow and transport in your car.
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Motability adaptation prices
If you would like more advice about the specific prices of the adaptations available, contact your local Group 1 MINI dealership for more information. Our MINI Motability Scheme specialists are happy to help you find the right adaptations to fit your vehicle. The price range of the adaptations are outlined below:
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Type of Adaptation
Price Range
Left foot accelerator
£0 - £95
Steering aids
£0 - £100
Pedal modifications
£0 - £800
Mechanical hand controls
£0 - £1072
Person hoists
£0 - £1305
Electronic accelerators
£0 - £1885
*Prices are grouped by the type of adaptation.
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Type of Adaptation
Price Range
Wheelchair stowage (in-car systems)
£0 - £10,990
Transfer plates
£9 - £715
Remote control devices
£50 - £775
Permanent swivel seats
£116 - £8,100
Wheelchairs swivel seats
£170 - £12,365
Wheelchair stowage (rooftop systems)
£667 - £2,750
*Prices are grouped by the type of adaptation.
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Check the specification of your vehicle
Many problems can be solved just by ordering the right vehicle. The Motability Scheme now offers a wide range of models available on the scheme, many of these vehicles come with standard features that may make motoring easier for you. Opting for a model with features like automatic transmission, push-button start and height-adjustable seats could make all the difference.
Speak to one of our Motability Scheme specialists to find out more about how you could benefit from choosing the right MINI model to suit you.
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Need help with the cost of adaptations?
With around 150 adaptations available at no additional cost, getting the help you need with motoring couldn’t be easier. However, more complex adaptations may not be covered by your Mobility Allowance. There are grants available from Motability and the Government that could help you cover the costs of your adaptations. Find out more information about how to apply for a grant on the Motability website.
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Further help and advice
With a range of over 500 adaptations to choose from, you can find the perfect solution to make motoring more accessible for you. Always speak to one of our MINI Motability specialists for advice before choosing any adaptations, as not all of them fit every vehicle. We recommend contacting your local Group 1 MINI dealership before you choose a Motability car. Once you have ordered your vehicle, our Motability Specialists can help you order your adaptations so you can enjoy motoring again. Get in touch today.
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