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Mobility scooter car hoists prices & lift info costs

With the ever increasing popularity of mobility scooters and power-chairs, it is inevitable that more users, specifically car owners, will want to carry them further afield for family days out or even holidays away from home. With increased range and performance, the days of just taking a short ride around local shops are long gone.

In this post, we look at the options available and costs for people who want to transport their scooters, wheelchairs and power-chairs easily in their cars.

The Smart Lifter Car Hoist:

These come in a variety of options, weight capacities and prices. They are suitable for most hatchbacks, estate cars, SUV’s and vans. Sadly though, these hoists don’t generally work in a typical saloon car with a recessed boot due to the small aperture size and associated fitting difficulties.

Operation: These hoists are usually powered by the cars own battery and rely on the user to attach the scooter to the hoist. This is normally done by attaching a custom lifting bar to strategic parts of the scooter or by looping a tie-strap to a solid part of the scooter. In some cases the scooter can be lifted as a whole, but with larger ones, the seat will need to be removed to allow for enough stowage space. That said, some scooters have folding tillers and seats, making it possible to lift in one piece. Once the scooter is attached, it can be lifted using the power of the electric motor within the hoist. This is done by pressing buttons on an extension control box connected to the hoist by a coiled extendable cable. Once the scooter is at a suitable hight ready to be swung into the car, it can either be pushed manually into place or, in the case of larger capacity hoists, be electrically swung just like a large crane. Once in place, the scooter can be electrically lowered into position with the whole process taking around 60 seconds.

Lifting Capacities: Why pay for a large 200kg capacity lift when you only own a smaller lightweight folding scooter? This is why our hoist manufacturer produce a variety of hoists to suit your needs and budget. Model capacities vary from 40kg and 80kg for lightweight folding scooters such as an eFOLDi, plus some 4mph class 2 pavement scooters and most manual wheelchairs. Then there are 80kg and 100kg models for mini scooters to some larger 8mph scooters and some powered wheelchairs. Then finally, three more models being able to lift 125kg 150kg and 200kg respectively. These bigger hoists are suitable for most large 8mph class 3 road-going scooters and much heavier power-chairs.

Costs in 2023: Hoists cost around £1895 for the most popular mid-range model but this could be less or more dependent on size of your scooter – This includes fitting by professionals at your home and a 3 year manufacturers warranty. Price is subject to a telephone consultation, after which a firmer price can be provided. It is possible your mobility scooter hoist may also be available through the Motability scheme or also on credit with a 0% payment scheme – Just a 50% deposit and the remainder of the balance split down over 3, 6 or 9 months. Fitting takes just a few hours and with over 400 specific car fitting kits, it’s probable your car will be suitable.

Warranty: 3 years.

Free home demo: If you would like to see a hoist in action, we can organise for an absolutely no obligation home demonstration.

Pros: Very easy to use | Vastly reduces risk of personal injury | Easy home demo and fitting | Lifts up to 200kg |  UK manufacture and support | Transfers to another vehicle if suitable.

Cons: Takes up space in car but can be removed when not in use.

Click Here to See More Details and arrange a free assessment and home demonstration of the Smart Lifter hoist. Please use the contact form for specific car fitting questions. We cannot answer questions on this page as every enquiry is unique.