Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles – Selling & Buying Guide

Best Way To Sell Your Private WAV Car Locally

When looking for an accurate valuation price to sell your WAV Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle, here’s a few things we’d like to know as we are always looking for new stock!

Luckily for you, we don’t specialise in any particular manufacturer, so we know the value of all of the makes and models on the market. Check our selling prices of the WAV cars we have for sale today

We regularly stock the following vehicles for sale: 3 of the most popular make – the Peugeot Partner (both Tepee and Horizon), Citroen Berlingo, Ford Grand Tourneo, a Fiat Doblo 1.4 Petrol Easy 3 Seat, Ford Grand Tourneo Connect in Titanium, a Citroen Berlingo and a Volkswagen Caddy Maxi.

We offer any vehicle part exchange facilities even if your existing vehicle is worth more, we will happily refund the difference. At our showroom, you will be welcomed to a different car buying experience with guaranteed zero sales pressure. We are always happy to offer free advice and look forward to seeing you soon. Our used WAV car selection this month features a range of additional options; Diesel, petrol, smaller cars, larger engines, a range of colours plus both manual and automatic driving options.

Selling Your WAV Car in Somerset and the South West UK

Thinking of selling your WAV car around the M5 corridor? Our customers visit us from Wiltshire, to Exeter, throughout Somerset, Devon and Dorset. Selling your car to us is as easy as ABC. From Avonmouth To Bristol to Cornwall, ask us about the South West UK market to the gauge potential interest.

Call Mike on 01934 820077 and if he’s out on the road or on the forecourt, please leave a message. You will definitely hear from Michael Harraway in person.

Once you know your target selling price range minimum and maximum, you could privately pay to advertise your WAV car on platforms frequented by potential buyers in Somerset and the South West. Remember to research local disability charities, mobility centers, or online forums specific to your local region.

Remember to mention the car’s suitability for reliability in remote areas of the South West’s countryside.

For instance, spacious interiors might be ideal for scenic coastal drives, while a trusty, reliable engine would definitely be a selling point for those Sunday afternoon trips out over the Somerset Quantock Hills, Exmoor throughout west Somerset and north Devon and Dartmoor.

Be upfront about any existing damage, the service record, mileage variations from the average for the car’s age, tyre condition, and the remaining MOT length. This allows potential buyers to make informed decisions, even something as small as having two keys for the WAV car could make the difference between walking away and a prompt purchase.

Yes! We Buy Used Wav Cars and Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles

If you are a WAV owner, the time will come when you’ll want to update your vehicle. Selling it privately could be much more complicated and time-consuming, plus you’ll be paying commission, right? Not necessarily, with Michael Harraway Cars, you will make more more than you expected, without the deducted costs of the third party platform on which you list your car for sale.

Michael Harraway has been buying, refurbishing, polishing, fixing and selling an incredible range of wheelchair accessible vehicles. We know you’ll be happy trusting our advice as we regularly buy and sell online and in person, as we have done for two decades.

Here’s more tips from Mike to help you quickly sell your WAV, get a free valuation and receive a pre-agreed valid offer.

What’s The Used Car Market for Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles like today? Get your answer by calling Mike on 01934 820077 or leave a message and he will call you back the second he’s able to. He’s a lovely man, and I’m not just saying that because he pays me to write his website blogs. We’ve been working together since 2020 and we live locally to each other. Ask him to tell you the story about the client who flew down from Scotland to Weston-super-Mare to buy a used WAV car.

Did You Know These Online Research Methods?

As with every sales process, the first step is to research online. You can do this on eBay by using their filters [sold items only] to only see vehicles which have been sold, when, where, and how much for.

USP – What sets your car apart from any other?

Does it have a Unique Selling Point? Will this feature limit your range of customers, or make it more desirable do you think? After all, you bought the car yourself and have used it over time, what made you feel your decision was the best one at the time?

With so many UK National multi-site companies dotted around the country, you can easily research websites such as Autotrader, Parkers, eBay Motors, What Car? and the second-hand WAVs listed for sale on MotaClarity. Lastly, you could try browsing Facebook Marketplace or Gumtree. There’s never been so much free information from a wide array of classified advertisers, to magazine and specialist car publications.

A WAV is simply a domestic car transformed by specialists with ramps, lifts and secure anchoring, so a wheelchair user can board, travel and remain seated safely in their own chair. There’s quite a few different features like a passenger or driver WAV?
If you plan to drive from your chair, you’ll choose a driver-adapted model with hand controls and transfer systems. Otherwise, a passenger WAV offers rear or side access with secure fittings that keep everyone comfortable and confident.

Three, Four or Five Seats: Finding Your Partner Match

When it comes to the Peugeot Partner—our compact WAV favourite—you have three distinct moods for your cabin. The three-seat model feels intimate and uncluttered, placing the wheelchair user front and centre. Flip to four seats and you gain sideways benches that free up ramp space yet still welcome a small crew. Go full five-seat, and you unlock family-car versatility: five in comfort until you fold or remove seats in seconds to make way for a wheelchair. Each layout speaks to different journeys and families, and only you know which melody fits your day-to-day.

DVLA Exemptions and Budgeting

Disabled drivers may be exempt from vehicle tax—one exemption per household—so it pays to choose wisely. Compare new WAV prices against our quality-checked used models and find the sweet spot for your budget.

Remember the old manual ramps? Today’s WAVs boast EasyGlide™ systems that almost rise on their own, backed by parking sensors, rear-view cameras and accessible sat-nav. These aren’t just gadgets—they’re the little moments of freedom that let you focus on the journey, not the obstacles.

Mike is always on the look out for the best low-mileage, ex-Motability WAVs. Now at Unit 7, Wisteria Works, Brimbleworth Lane, Weston-super-Mare BS22 7XS (off M5 J21), our showroom invites you to test each ramp and seat at your own pace. Every car endures a rigorous multi-point inspection—tyres, oil, filters, belts, MOT and every wheelchair adaptation—then receives a full professional valet. We believe peace of mind should be as standard as a set of keys in your hand.

Embedded FAQs for Quick Reassurance

What ramp types are there? From fold-flat designs that tuck away neatly to extended ramps with gentle gradients, each style suits different needs. How do I measure at home? Simply follow our guide on track width, height and floor length to ensure your wheelchair fits perfectly. Ready for a test drive? Give us a call on 01934 820077 or contact us online and we’ll have your chosen model awaiting.

Call or email to book a visit, send us a message, or view our entire range of WAV Car Stocks here to find the WAV that feels like home.