Built on a history of excellence, Constables Mobility offers a range of wheelchair accessible vehicles, designed to suit your mobility requirements. Whether you want to sit in the front of a standard saloon car or MPV people carrier (carchair), or at the rear in a special vehicle conversion (openroad), we have a high quality vehicle mobility solution to suit your lifestyle.
Vehicle Range
Motor vehicles are a passion, a fusion of design and
technology, a key to freedom, a necessity to everyday living,
and wheelchair accessible vehicles are no exception. Based on
sound and knowledgeable experience built up over a period of
more than 25 years, together with advanced technology and
perfected production techniques, Constables Mobility has
meticulously selected a range of vehicles to best suit the
needs of wheelchair travellers and is able to offer you a
real choice whether you opt for upfront or rear access
travel. A number of important factors are taken into
consideration with both vehicle and conversion in mind to
optimise quality, choice, comfort, safety, flexibility,
functionality and affordability.
Openroad
Constables Mobility is proud of its rear access vehicle
conversion models that allow users to utilise their own
wheelchair in a simple, safe and convenient manner. The
highest quality materials, bespoke mouldings and exclusive
design features are incorporated into every individual
conversion, in addition to lightweight, precision engineered
ramps that are counter balanced for smooth, reliable and
durable operation, time after time. An excellent level of
visibility is maintained in all our conversions to ensure the
wheelchair user really is at the heart of the vehicle and can
enjoy a pleasant journey of any length or duration. The
versatility of these vehicles and some of the seating
variations available appeal to a wide market and demographic,
from families with individual or two wheelchair users to
nursing homes, healthcare and commercial organisations, plus
the travel and tourism industry.
Peugeot MPV Tepee
After many months of intense research and development, in
partnership with Peugeot and utilising prototype vehicles and
finalised drawings prior to the actual launch of the Tepee
itself, Constables Mobility was able to engineer this
remarkable new generation conversion.
The Openroad Tepee offers unequalled forward and side vision
for all passengers including the wheelchair user(s) with an
excellent headroom height of 152cm, making it possible for
family members and carers to walk through the vehicle from
front to rear. Move your mouse over the image above to
experience the complete vision.
The Peugeot Tepee model range is extensive and flexible -
please refer to manufacturer's site peugeot.co.uk for specification
options. Standard throughout the range are ABS and
emergency brake assist, power steering, radio/mono CD
player, electric front windows, tailgate with heated
window and wiper, driver airbag, dual angle rear view
mirrors for improved visibility, to name but a few.
Optional extras include passenger, side or curtain
airbags, rear parking aid, automatic headlights and
wipers, cruise control and speed limiter. The Tepee is the
ultimate vehicle and definitely the pride of the
established and renowned Openroad series of conversions
available exclusively from Constables Mobility. Bespoke
components and attention to detail are just two of the
considerations when our experienced and trained engineers
undertake a conversion. Quality control monitoring and
assessment procedures are also firmly in place for your
reassurance and to maintain our established reputation as
one of the country's leading mobility vehicle converters.
Features: High specification interior/exterior finish,
4-point wheelchair securing system, lowered floor, wheelchair
user(s) 3-point seat belt, safety edged counterbalanced ramp
with anti-slip surface.
Optional extras: Lowering suspension, winch system,
seating arrangement, rear seat with Isofix.
Renault Kangoo
Selected for its 4-star Euro NCAP Safety Rating, performance,
road handling, reliability, airy and versatile interior, this
vehicle is perfect for mobility conversion and offers
convenient and user-friendly wheelchair access, as well as
comfortably accommodating the driver and up to 3 additional
passengers.
The Renault Kangoo model range is extensive and flexible -
please refer to manufacturer's site renault.co.uk for specification
options. Standard throughout the range are anti-lock
brakes, remote central locking, engine immobiliser, power
steering, driver and passenger airbags and radio with
fingertip remote control. This is a thoroughly practical
and functional range without sacrificing high standards of
design and quality. The Renault Kangoo model range is
extensive and flexible - please refer to manufacturer's
site renault.co.uk for specification
options. Standard throughout the range are anti-lock
brakes, remote central locking, engine immobiliser, power
steering, driver and passenger airbags and radio with
fingertip remote control. This is a thoroughly practical
and functional range without sacrificing high standards of
design and quality.
The Kangoo is the smallest vehicle within the established and
renowned Openroad series of conversions available exclusively
from Constables Mobility. Bespoke components and attention to
detail are just two of the considerations when our
experienced and trained engineers undertake a conversion.
Quality control monitoring and assessment procedures are also
firmly in place for your reassurance and to maintain our
established reputation as one of the country's leading
mobility vehicle converters.
Features: High specification interior/exterior finish,
4-point wheelchair securing system, lowered floor, wheelchair
user 3-point seat belt, safety edged counterbalanced ramp
with anti-slip surface, anti-corrosive fuel tank to maintain
fuel capacity, VCA Low Volume Type Approval, original
manufacturer - Renault Accord Produit quality and technical
approval award.
Optional extras: Lowering suspension, winch system, up
to 5 seats including driver and wheelchair user.
For a limited time only, Constables Mobility are proud to
introduce the first zero advance payment option for the
Kangoo:pure automatic 1.6* wheelchair accessible conversion
under the Motability scheme. For specific details of this
offer, please telephone our sales department: 01323 76 75
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Carchair
For over 25 years Constables Mobility has been dedicated to
producing its revolutionary Carchair. The first of its kind
in the UK, it continues to be unrivalled with our unique
transformation from fully functional wheelchair to
comfortable and safe car seat, without the need to transfer
the user or remove the wheels and chassis. Thousands of
satisfied customers are testament to the truly life-enhancing
benefits of choosing this upfront mobility solution, for both
user and attendant alike. Two Carchair models are currently
available, click on the pictures opposite for more
information. Browse through the menu on the right for our
range of vehicles.
Two Carchair models are currently available - the Evolution
and the Classic - together with a variety of optional
features. Rigorously researched and tested for comfort,
safety, ease of use and functionality, both are suitable for
all day, indoor and outdoor use and come in grey or black.
Options include side supports, lap belts, harnesses, pommels
and tilt mechanisms. The Classic comes with armrests, thigh
supports and a headrest and can be electrically powered (by
the user or the attendant) or manual attendant push. The
Evolution is ergonomic and the more compact of the two
Carchairs, enabling it to fit into a slightly smaller
vehicle, if necessary, and is available as manual attendant
push only.
Peugeot MPV 807
This vehicle is whatever you want it to be, whether that is a
6-seater executive limousine or a 2-seater cargo vehicle, not
to mention the numerous seating configurations in between. An
elegantly designed and truly multi-purpose vehicle for the
whole family, including a wheelchair user upfront in the
passenger position utilising the revolutionary Carchair from
Constables Mobility – approved and specialised mobility
vehicle converters. A 5-star Euro NCAP Safety Rating
resulting from rigorous and exacting vehicle testing
procedures ensures safety for all occupants. The Carchair
uses a cleverly designed lift mechanism to convert from an
all-purpose wheelchair with retractable wheels to a front car
seat, without the need to transfer the user – practical,
convenient and versatile.
The prestige, family-orientated Peugeot MPV 807 range allows
for the driver, wheelchair user and 4 additional passengers,
and comes with a variety of features, plus diesel or petrol
engine, 6-speed manual or 4-speed autoadaptive gearbox
choices - please refer to manufacturer’s site peugeot.co.uk for specification
options.
Carchair is the UK’s only upfront mobility conversion that
negates the need to stow the wheelchair’s chassis and wheels
separately and avoids taking up valuable boot space. The
simplicity of the procedure is appealing to wheelchair users
and attendants alike.The 807 is an environmentally conscious,
reliable and fuel efficient model, particularly the HDi
diesel, within the exceptional and innovative Carchair series
of selected vehicle conversions available exclusively from
Constables Mobility. Individual requirements and attention to
detail are just two of the considerations when our
experienced and trained engineers undertake a conversion.
Quality control monitoring and assessment procedures are also
firmly in place for your reassurance and to maintain our
established reputation as one of the country’s leading
mobility vehicle converters. A selection of Carchairs is
available, with or without optional extras and individual
modification, and including electrically powered or attendant
push variations. Personal service, customer care and after
sales are equally important to us and, for your peace of
mind, our experienced and knowledgeable team constantly
strive to help and advise - from your initial enquiry,
through the demonstration and consultation processes, during
conversion and delivery, and ultimately in the weeks and
years ahead. For an informal discussion to ascertain the
level of physical disability and your lifestyle requirements
please contact us today. We can then recommend a suitable
mobility vehicle solution and arrange an appointment at our
showroom or a no-obligation free home demonstration anywhere
on the UK mainland. A fee is chargeable outside the UK
mainland.
Nissan Micra
The long wheelbase with minimised front and rear overhang
plus the generous door openings of the compact Nissan Micra
3-door hatchback make it incredibly suitable for
transformation to a mobility vehicle using the revolutionary
Carchair from Constables Mobility - approved and specialised
mobility vehicle converters. The Micra offers stylish looks,
confident handling, friendly technology and excellent safety
features as standard. The Carchair has been developed to
limit the modification of the manufacturer’s original vehicle
and to maximise interior space. It uses a cleverly designed
lift mechanism to convert from an all-purpose wheelchair with
retractable wheels to a front car seat, without the need to
transfer the user - practical, convenient and versatile.
The respected Nissan Micra 3-door hatchback model range
allows for the driver, wheelchair user and 2 additional
passengers, and comes with a variety of features, plus diesel
or petrol engine, manual or automatic gearbox choices -
please refer to manufacturer’s site www.nissan.co.uk for specification
options.
Carchair is the UK’s only upfront mobility conversion that
negates the need to stow the wheelchair’s chassis and wheels
separately and avoids taking up valuable boot space. The
simplicity of the procedure is appealing to wheelchair users
and attendants alike. The Micra is a very economical and
amenable model within the exceptional and innovative Carchair
series of selected vehicle conversions available exclusively
from Constables Mobility. Individual requirements and
attention to detail are just two of the considerations when
our experienced and trained engineers undertake a conversion.
Quality control monitoring and assessment procedures are also
firmly in place for your reassurance and to maintain our
established reputation as one of the country’s leading
mobility vehicle converters. The Evolution Carchair model is
perfectly designed and suited to the Micra, with or without
optional extras and individual modification, and is available
in attendant push variations. This vehicle is available under
the Motability Scheme including Contract Hire. For an
informal discussion to ascertain the level of physical
disability and your lifestyle requirements please contact us
today. We can then recommend a suitable mobility vehicle
solution and arrange an appointment at our showroom or a
no-obligation free home demonstration anywhere on the UK
mainland. A fee is chargeable outside the UK mainland.
Ford Focus
It is no coincidence that the 3-door precision built Focus
was chosen as an ideal model for the revolutionary Carchair
from Constables Mobility.The Focus received definitive
recognition by achieving not only a 5-star Euro NCAP Safety
Rating but by gaining the highest ever score for a car of its
class, together with a maximum child occupant score. The
Carchair has been developed to limit the modification of the
manufacturer’s original vehicle and to enhance interior
space. It uses a cleverly designed lift mechanism to convert
from an all-purpose wheelchair with retractable wheels to a
front car seat, without the need to transfer the user -
practical, convenient and versatile.The flexible Ford Focus
3-door hatchback model range allows for the driver,
wheelchair user and 2 additional passengers, and comes with a
variety of features, plus diesel or petrol engine, manual or
automatic gearbox choices - please refer to manufacturer’s
site www.ford.co.uk for specification
options.
Carchair is the UK’s only upfront mobility conversion that
negates the need to stow the wheelchair’s chassis and wheels
separately and avoids taking up valuable boot space. The
simplicity of the procedure is appealing to wheelchair users
and attendants alike. The Focus is a very popular model
within the exceptional and innovative Carchair series of
selected vehicle conversions available exclusively from
Constables Mobility. Individual requirements and attention to
detail are just two of the considerations when our
experienced and trained engineers undertake a conversion.
Quality control monitoring and assessment procedures are also
firmly in place for your reassurance and to maintain our
established reputation as one of the country’s leading
mobility vehicle converters.
We are proud that Carchair is featured on the mobility
section of the Ford website www.ford.co.uk/mobility A selection
of Carchairs is available, with or without optional extras
and individual modification, and including electrically
powered or attendant push variations. This vehicle is
available under the Motability Scheme - please contact us
for more information. For an informal discussion to
ascertain the level of physical disability and your
lifestyle requirements please contact us today. We can
then recommend a suitable mobility vehicle solution and
arrange an appointment at our showroom or a no-obligation
free home demonstration anywhere on the UK mainland. A fee
is chargeable outside the UK mainland.
Service
At Constables Mobility we pride ourselves on the quality of
our service, from assessment through to delivery. By placing
the emphasis on getting these elements right, we aim to
ensure that you get many years of reliable and enjoyable
usage from your wheelchair accessible conversion. As a
company, we do not compromise our high quality standards and
so our workshop staff are fully trained and have completed an
apprenticeship in their relevant trade. At the same time we
source the very best materials so that our mobility products
are able to withstand the heavy wear and tear demanded of a
wheelchair accessible conversion. As our work is carried out
in-house we are able to control quality and time-scale more
accurately.
Emphasis on safety: As we put a lot of emphasis on
safety, we build extra strength into the floor pan, when
lowering the floor of our rear access conversions. Our
mobility conversions undergo extensive independent testing to
ensure that our rear seats, wheelchair and rear passenger
anchorage points perform as effectively as the original
manufacturer's equipment.
Built with wheelchair users in mind: Each vehicle is
designed with the user in mind, so at Constables Mobility we
always provide easy access and all round vision, along with
high specification build quality to maximize product
durability and to attain the highest possible safety
standards. We believe that these factors, along with a choice
of whether to travel in the front or at the rear, give our
customers excellent value for money. To ensure that our
mobility vehicle conversions are the best available, we have
our own modern factory facilities and a spacious showroom
where wheelchair users and their carers are able to view our
products in comfort.
Accreditations
Constables Mobility's wheelchair vehicles are built to the
highest quality standards. Commitment to innovation doesn't
mean that quality is sacrificed, but instead the company
works to the most exacting standards to maintain the highest
product specification.
Constables Mobility has obtained the internationally
recognised quality standard, ISO 9001:2000 covering both
product design and manufacture. This standard clearly
demonstrates that the company operates a quality system,
which is independently monitored by the Vehicle Certificate
Agency.
Constables Mobility has gained the Premier Partner
accreditation from Motability Operations and is authorized to
manufacture and supply wheelchair accessible vehicles under
the Motability scheme.
Constables Mobility also has Low Volume Type Approval with
the Vehicle Certification Agency on its best selling models,
which includes the Openroad Kangoo and Openroad Expert. This
accreditation makes this specialist supplier a vehicle
manufacturer in its own right. Both the Openroad Kangoo and
the Openroad Expert conversions have undergone strict testing
procedures by an independent specialist to ensure they comply
with the required quality standards. In its continuous aim to
provide wheelchair users with the very best wheelchair
accessible conversions, Constables Mobility invited vehicle
manufacturer Renault to inspect its Openroad Kangoo. This
indepth inspection took the form of studying build manuals
and procedures and checking third party accreditations. The
team of Renault specialists visited the factory to test the
vehicles. This extensive exercise finally resulted in the
Openroad Kangoo being awarded the Renault quality and
technical conversion certificate known as 'Renault Accord
Produit'.
History
David Constable, founder and owner of Constables Mobility,
has been converting vehicles for wheelchair users since the
early 1980s when he and a colleague developed the world
famous Carchair system. This design innovation provided
wheelchair users with upfront travel within a standard
production motor vehicle. During the mid 1980s the company,
which was then known as Carchair, added rear entry wheelchair
accessible conversions to its product portfolio to offer
wheelchair users a choice of upfront or rear travel.
Information
Constables Mobility has recognised that acquiring a
wheelchair accessible vehicle is a very individual event -
after all it's not every day that you change or renew your
car. Selecting a vehicle should be a pleasant, stress free
experience. Ticking as many, if not all, the boxes on your
wish list is essential when making your selection - safe,
comfortable, functional, versatile, easy to park, good
visibility, spacious, MPV, metallic paint, air conditioning -
whatever the order of importance for you, we are here to
help. Having a firm understanding of the necessary needs of
the wheelchair user(s) and other potential occupants of the
vehicle are paramount as well as criteria that enable all
concerned to make an educated decision whilst still having
freedom to choose. We aim to provide you with as much
information as possible to help you make the right choice for
a vehicle that fits in with your lifestyle or business
requirements.
Things to consider
When you are able-bodied, buying a new vehicle is extremely
easy as the variety of choice on the market seems almost
endless. With car showrooms on, what seems like, every corner
of the high street the buyer is spoilt for choice. All they
have to do is decide how much they want to pay for their car,
the type of vehicle and specification they are looking for
and then go hunting for the best deal. When you are in a
wheelchair the whole process of buying a new car is much more
difficult. For a start, the buyer is limited by the number of
vehicles that are suitable for a wheelchair accessible
conversion and also, their disability can have an effect on
their vehicle choice. One of the major advantages of choosing
a new wheelchair accessible vehicle is that you will not have
to pay the VAT element on the cost of the vehicle, or on the
cost of the conversion. And, in the future when you take your
vehicle in to be serviced or to be repaired, the charge will
be VAT free. If you register a car first, and then undertake
the conversion work afterwards, then this dispensation does
not apply. There are many different types of adapted vehicles
each of which are designed to offer wheelchair users a
convenient and efficient mobility solution. The most popular
are rear access conversions which are designed so that the
wheelchair user enters the vehicle via a rear located ramp or
lift system. Other types of conversions are designed so that
the user can drive from their wheelchair or to transfer into
the driver's seat from within the vehicle.
Approved converters
Vehicle conversion for wheelchair use is a specialist job, as
the aim is to make the vehicle as safe and comfortable as
possible for the user. A reputable manufacturer will provide
you with an all-inclusive cost for converting the vehicle
and, where required, installing the driver's adaptations and
any other devices that are required by the disabled person or
their carer. To ensure that you buy a quality wheelchair
vehicle you need to buy from a specialist converter that is
Motability approved and is accredited with the Vehicle
Certification Agency with Low Volume Type Approval (LVTA).
Also, an ISO 9001:2000 quality accreditation will also
provide added peace of mind, as it shows that the vehicle is
built to the required high standards so that safety is not
compromised. The benefits of having Low Volume Type Approval
will show that the vehicle has undergone a 'pull test' on the
seat mounts and has a production procedure in place that
conforms to all necessary standards. Not all vehicles
manufactured by the converter will have this accreditation
due to the low numbers produced of a particular model, but it
is likely that the other vehicles in their range will be
built to the same high standards.
Your needs
Over recent years consumers have become far more demanding
and expect a lot more in their vehicles as standard items,
such as a CD player and air conditioning, etc. etc,
consequently modern vehicles now offer high levels of comfort
to all occupants. For wheelchair users comfort has other
dimensions such as is there enough room for you and your
wheelchair? Do the windows give you a good view of the
surroundings? Is the heating system effective enough to keep
you warm in the winter and is there adequate ventilation to
keep you cool on hot sunny days when travelling at the rear
of the vehicle? It is therefore important to take into
account the wheelchair vehicle's versatility. For example, if
you will need to carry a lot of luggage and disability aids,
you will need to ensure that there is enough interior space
to accommodate both you in your wheelchair and the other
items in the vehicle. Also, how many people will you need to
carry with you in the vehicle at any one time? After all,
there is no point buying a vehicle that can only accommodate
3 people other than the wheelchair user, if you are a family
of five. Consequently for larger groups a people carrier is
likely to be a more appropriate mobility vehicle.
Using your motability allowance: You can use your
Motability allowance towards the cost of your new or used
wheelchair vehicle or you can choose a contract hire option
which may be more affordable. For more information on
Mobility allowances visit: www.direct.gov.uk
What to expect
Everyone of our customers is a unique individual. That's why
we offer a personal service to make sure every aspect of
choosing, purchasing and owning your vehicle is as simple and
trouble-free as possible. We'd be delighted to meet you in
the comfort of your own home, anywhere on the UK mainland. We
can bring a demonstration vehicle for you to try in the
familiarity of your own surroundings. You can make sure that
access is easy, try the vehicle in your own driveway or
garage and check that there's room for any special mobility
aids you might need. We'll also make sure that the vehicle
you are considering is the right one for your circumstances
and we'll be happy to answer any questions you might have.
Once you've made a choice, we'll give you a detailed
quotation and an indication of delivery. When your vehicle is
ready, it goes through a complete quality check and is then
thoroughly valeted before it leaves the factory. We deliver
it to you and give you a complete demonstration to make sure
that you are familiar and confident with all the operations.
But, don't worry if you're unsure about anything. Help and
advice are just a phonecall away. You can call us anytime
with any queries or problems and we've got a nationwide
network of approved, qualified agents near you to carry out
any work that needs to be done.
Comfort and safety
Is there enough room for you and your wheelchair? You don't
want to feel cramped. Do the windows give you a good view of
the surroundings without straining? Does the heating system
keep you warm enough in winter? On hot summer days, can you
get adequate ventilation? That's particularly important if
you are travelling in the back of the vehicle. Rear access
vehicles require a strong, non-slip ramp that is not steep.
Users who prefer to travel in the front need a safe, simple
form of access that moves them gently and easily from the
road to the vehicle. Once the wheelchair is in the vehicle,
it needs to be securely restrained so that it does not move
during the journey. The chair should also be secured so that
it is protected in the unfortunate event of an accident. Will
you be carrying a lot of luggage, as well as a wheelchair?
That determines the type of vehicle you choose. You may wish
to keep the boot or the back of the vehicle free for luggage
by choosing a front-seat system. How many other people might
want to travel in the vehicle as well as the driver and the
wheelchair passenger. A people carrier might be more
appropriate if you are anticipating larger groups. Conversion
is a specialist job and the aim is to make the vehicle as
safe and comfortable as possible for the wheelchair user. A
reputable manufacturer should quote you an all-inclusive
price for fitting. You can convert both new and used vehicles
for wheelchair use. You can use your Motability allowance
towards the cost of your next vehicle.
Home demonstration
At Constables Mobility we believe that each one of our
customers deserves a very personal service that is able to
address their specific needs. It is for this reason that we
provide a free home demonstration service where we are able
to bring a demonstration vehicle along to your home, anywhere
on the UK mainland. Outside of the mainland UK a fee is
chargeable to cover the additional costs.
Ascertaining your needs: As satisfying your mobility
requirements is our number one objective, we take the time to
ask you a series of questions during our initial contact.
This helps us to ascertain your physical disabilities and
lifestyle requirements so that we recommend the most suitable
vehicle mobility solution. You can then decide whether you
want to take advantage of our no obligation home
demonstration.
Try out the vehicle in familiar surroundings: This
home demonstration service enables our consultant to make a
full assessment of your requirements in order to make sure
that the selected vehicle is right for you. During this
process we aim to cover any queries which are raised. As you
are able to try out the vehicle within your own familiar
surroundings, you can judge whether you can manage the
vehicle on your driveway, accommodate your mobility aids and
of course comfortably seat other members of your family or
friends.
Showroom demonstrations: Alternatively, customers can
visit Constables Mobility's showroom to view our range of
vehicles. To ensure that the required demonstration vehicles
are available for viewing, please telephone 01323 76 75 74
for an appointment prior to visiting.
Contact
Constables Mobility has a complete range of upfront Carchair
and rear access Openroad wheelchair accessible conversion
vehicles for either one or two wheelchair users and to suit
large and small families, as well as healthcare, local
authority or commercial organisations. In addition to our
brand new vehicles, a limited selection of second hand
vehicles may be available. For an informal discussion to
ascertain the level of physical disability, your lifestyle or
business requirements, please contact one of advisory team
today. We can recommend a suitable mobility solution and
arrange an appointment at our showroom or a no-obligation
free home demonstration anywhere on the UK mainland. A fee to
cover costs is chargeable outside the UK mainland.
Alternatively, complete the brief online form here and we will be
in touch with you at your preferred time.