Weighing Your Options
Just like your first car, a mobility scooter opens up a world of freedom and independence. Whether you’re navigating your neighbourhood or cruising through the local mall, choosing the right set of wheels is crucial. When it comes to mobility scooters, the decision between new and used can significantly impact your experience. Let’s get to the crux of the pros and cons.
Price: The Bottom Line
Pros of Buying Used
Affordability: Used mobility scooters can be a steal compared to their brand-new counterparts, making them an attractive option for budget-conscious buyers.
Active market for road legal scooters: Road-legal scooters often have a livelier second-hand market due to their higher initial price tag.
Cons of Buying Used
Varied conditions: Purchasing used involves a gamble. You might snag a barely-used gem, or you could end up with a four-wheeled headache.
Reliability: The Trust Factor
Pros of Buying New
Thorough inspections: Newly manufactured scooters undergo rigorous inspections by both the manufacturer and the shop, ensuring they operate reliably from day one.
Cons of Buying Used
Uncertain history: The risk factor increases when buying used. A pre-owned scooter might run like a dream or become a frequent visitor to the repair shop.
Warranty: Peace of Mind Matters
Pros of Buying New
Comprehensive coverage: New mobility scooters typically come with warranties, providing peace of mind in case anything goes wrong.
Cons of Buying Used
Rare warranty options: Second-hand scooters seldom come with warranties unless you find a “nearly new” model still covered by the original manufacturer’s warranty.
Battery woes: Aging batteries can be a significant liability and replacing them might cost as much as a new scooter.
Tyre troubles: Solid tyres can develop flat spots if a scooter sits unused for an extended period, leading to an uncomfortable ride.
Performance and Features: Keeping Up with the Times and Why New Might Be Better
Constant innovation: The mobility scooter market is competitive, resulting in frequent updates. Newer models often boast improved batteries, speed, weight, user-friendliness, and extended range.
Avoiding a false economy: Making a wise investment may be an important factor.
Considerations for Used Scooters
Fantastic deal potential: A well-maintained, lightly used, nearly new scooter with a good battery can be a fantastic deal.
Risks involved: However, if any of these factors are missing, you risk ending up with an inferior scooter that might bring unexpected expenses.
What’s next?
Choosing new for assurance provides unmatched performance, comfort, and peace of mind. There’s an option for every budget, but most people tend to avoid the risks associated with purchasing used mobility scooters.
As the leading brand in the market, Invacare stands out with a remarkable five-year warranty on their scooters, providing unparalleled assurance. While this warranty excludes batteries and chargers, which are covered for one year, the overall peace of mind is undeniable. Pride, another reputable brand, offers a two-year warranty— one year on batteries and two years on the chassis and motor, further enhancing the durability of these scooters.
In addition to these extensive warranties, all our brands include a three-year roadside assistance feature. This means that in the unlikely event of a breakdown, you and your scooter will be promptly collected and taken home. Alternatively, if the issue requires workshop attention, you will be safely transported home while your scooter undergoes necessary repairs.
Visit our website to explore our range of affordable and reliable mobility scooters and read our other guides. We understand the importance of making a choice that not only suits your lifestyle but also aligns with your budget. Contact our friendly staff at Mobility Centre and choose your scooter with confidence.
Choose the assurance of new for an unparalleled experience in mobility.
