Your handicap van probably means a lot to you. It helps you get to essential appointments and grants you greater independence. Taking care of your van will help it last longer, but eventually, it will need to be. When this time comes, you will want to know what your handicap van is worth so you can sell or trade it in for a newer wheelchair van.

The value of your accessible vehicle will depend on a variety of factors such as age, condition, features, mileage, make and model, and your location, among others. So, how do you figure out its value?  

The most dependable way is by consulting the Kelley Blue Book (KBB), a widely respected source of information for estimating vehicle values. 

• Gather information.

The first thing to do is to gather all the information on your van

• Make and model
• Mileage
• Condition of the interior
• Condition of the exterior
• Standard features
• Special features
• Age of the vehicle
• Your location

Remember that special features could include anything from safety features such as anti-lock braking systems, side airbags, and running boards to luxury features such as leather or upgraded seats and upgraded stereo systems. This category also includes handicap features or modifications, like ramps, lifts, and power lift gates.

• Find the Used Cars section on the website.

Once you are on the KBB website, look for a button that reads "Used Cars." From here, you can enter the necessary information, including your zip code and your van's year, make, and model. 

• Select your desired type of value.

The website will offer you several options for calculating your van's value. You want the one that reads "Suggested Retail Value." Following this, you may be asked to choose an option, which usually relates to features. Then you will click "Search (vehicle name)."

• Select your van's unique features and equipment.

The website will automatically list its standard features, but you need to input all the information about your vehicle’s special features. Make sure you don’t leave anything out. You will also be asked to enter the mileage and zip code.

• The suggested value of your handicap van.

Now the website will calculate a value for your handicap van. Remember that this is a suggested value for a similar vehicle in excellent condition. A less-than-excellent condition will decrease the value of the vehicle. If this is the case for your van, you have the option to take a "Used Vehicle Condition Quiz" and browse local listings for similar vehicles. Both of these additional steps will give you a better idea of your van's worth.

Determine Your Handicap Van’s Worth

The website can be a great tool in figuring out your handicap van's worth. However, it is only valuable if you enter all your van's information as honestly and completely as you can. It will ensure an accurate picture of your van's worth. But this is just an estimate. The actual price of your trade-in will depend on the condition of your vehicle and its conversion features like a wheelchair ramp or lift.