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Margaret Ann Silver's avatar

I'm so glad you're trying them out. I tend to grab the first thing out of anxiety; I think it's a really good idea to wait and see what else is out there.

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Tamsin's avatar

They are too expensive to make a mistake with. ‘Cheap’ ones are around d £4,000, medium around £12,000 and I saw a high end one recently at £26,000. Those prices are a) ridiculous b) a real stretch for someone who can’t work and c) ridiculous.

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Margaret Ann Silver's avatar

Oh, wow. Yeah, those prices are overwhelming to even think about (but again, worth it 💛).

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Tamsin's avatar

We were hoping the one I tried would be okay, that was the £4K one. Alda’s not. Now trying to find a way to stretch to the £12K one. Can’t reach the £26K unless someone dies and leaves us money.

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The Real ME's avatar

Thanks for sharing your experience. If you test out any more powerchairs I hope you'll write about those too.

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Tamsin's avatar

I will

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Rebecca Holden's avatar

Wow, you certainly put it through its paces with that test-drive - brilliant! I'm so sorry it wasn't right for you, but exactly the right vehicle IS out there, I'm sure. Just as several frogs need to be kissed before we find a prince, well, more than one electric wheelchair for rambling needs to be tested! Hope your continued search is promising - do keep us posted! 🐸⭐️🛞

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Tamsin's avatar

Will do indeed.

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Lisa Andradez's avatar

Ugh, sorry it wasn't good for you, but glad you had the chance to try before you spent money on it. Fingers crossed you find something more suitable soon! 🧑‍🦼‍➡️

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Tamsin's avatar

I have very high expectations apparently, what I want doesn’t really exist, but I am discovering ways around it.

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Lisa Andradez's avatar

It's got to be right for you, there'll be something out there, hope the lottery win comes quickly!! 😉

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Elizabeth Barnesco's avatar

Sigh. Sorry to hear this. Keep trying - it WILL be worth it!

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