Can you add extras to Motability car?

With the Motability Scheme you can choose from a range of over 2,000 brand new cars from all the most popular manufacturers. Optional extras are not included with the lease but you can add optional extras if you wish.

What adaptations can you have on a Motability car?

Can you modify a PIP car?

You can add factory-fitted optional extras or accessories when you order your car, but you will be responsible for the additional costs and will not be reimbursed for any optional extras when you return the car, even if your lease ends early.

Can I change the wheels on my Motability car?

You are allowed to modify a mobility car as long as it can be returned to it's original condition when you return it back. So it is yes to alloy wheels, tinted windows and no to custom paint jobs etc.

Do Motability cars come with parking sensors?

Parking sensors are now standard on almost all new cars, including a large number of Motability Scheme vehicles. They monitor the area behind your car and beep more frequently as you get closer to an object.

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Can you Customise Motability cars?

The Motability Scheme lets eligible drivers add modifications and adaptations to their new car.

Can I get a 9 seater on Motability?

Offering the ultimate in terms of practicality and space, the Tourneo Custom provides Motability customers with all of the room they need. Its passenger-carrying ability is as good as it gets, being one of the few available Motability cars that can carry up to nine occupants.

Can you put tints on a Motability car?

If you lease your car through the Motability Scheme, most WAVs come with a certain level of tint as standard or you can have it added as an adaptation. In this case, there will be no VAT on the cost. If you are adding privacy glass to a privately owned vehicle, in some cases, privacy glass will be VAT exempt.

Can you smoke in a Motability car?

You are allowed to smoke in your Motability car. Motability Scheme cars are hired to customers for private use and the 'smoke-free' legislation does not apply to private cars.

Can you get 2 cars on Motability?

Q Can you get 2 cars on Motability? One person in receipt of a qualifying mobility allowance (see 'Can I get a Mobility car? ') will be able to get one Motability car. If your family or household has more than one person in receipt of a qualifying benefit, then each person could be entitled to one Motability vehicle.

Can my daughter use my Motability car for work?

While you or your spouse can use the vehicle to travel to work, neither of you can't use it for any unauthorised business purposes like as a delivery vehicle or taxi. You shouldn't let anyone else use your Motability vehicle to commute to their workplace.

What is the Motability grant?

Motability offers grants to disabled people who may need help towards the costs of their transportation needs. Our Access to Mobility Grant Funding Programmes have been created to support our vision: that no disabled person shall be disadvantaged due to poor access to transportation.

Will Motability pay for adaptations?

The Motability Scheme offers around 500 vehicle adaptations, many of which are available for no extra cost when fitted at the start of your lease. We also work with around 100 adaptation installers who will provide expert advice to help you choose the right adaptations for your needs.

Can I put a roof box on my Motability car?

We often see rooftop storage used by people who carry sports equipment, but the Motability Scheme offers rooftop stowage that can store foldable wheelchairs, without you having to do any lifting.

How much does it cost to put hand controls in a car?

For a basic mechanical hand control, the price should be anywhere from $500-$2,000 based on the device and any needed modifications. However, the advanced technological options can reach up to $100,000 based on the vehicle and what systems are integrated into the hand controls.

Do all Motability cars have trackers?

All new customers and those renewing their agreements with the Motability car scheme will now be forced to have a location tracker fitted to their car, if they live in a care home or have an open insurance policy.

Can I drive my dad's Motability car?

Only drivers listed as permitted drivers on the Certificate of Motor Insurance are insured to drive your Motability Scheme car. Remember, the car must be used by, or for the benefit of, the disabled person. This does not mean that the disabled person needs to be in the car for every journey.

Where do ex Motability cars go?

Motability Operations Ltd sell all cars that are received back at the end of contract. This is done through the combination of an online system with a network of dealers. If you are interested in an ex-Motability car, you should contact your local dealer to see if any are available.

Can you hand your Motability car back early?

Yes, you can cancel your Motability car early. Typically Motability Scheme agreements run for three or five years. However, if you need to cancel your lease early, there may be concessions that allow you to end it before this term.

Does the disabled person have to be in the mobility car?

The car must be used by, or for the benefit of, the disabled person. This does not mean that the disabled person needs to be in the car for every journey.

Are wiper blades covered under Motability?

Motability Scheme customers have windscreen repair and replacement included as part of the worry-free lease. You should act quickly if you notice a chip as windscreen repairs won't affect claims with RSAM, windscreen replacements however do come with an excess charge.

What new cars are coming to 2022 Motability?

Is Land Rover available on Motability?

Unfortunately, there are restrictions on what vehicles can be included in the Motability Scheme; sadly Land Rover vehicles are not eligible.

Is Mercedes coming back to Motability?

Mercedes-Benz Motability offers will return at the start of 2022 with an exciting new range to choose from.