Over the years I am sure you have bought many things that were used. You may have purchased a used desk, a used computer, or a used car. Often times you end up with a very good deal, but you always taking a gamble when you buy something used. If you buy used medical equipment from a stranger either over the internet or from the newspaper classifieds you are not just gambling with your money, you are gambling with your health. One very popular and helpful piece of home medical equipment is the electric mobility scooter and this is not something that should be bought used.

An electric mobility scooter is a device that allows those with limited mobility to easily and freely move about their home, shopping centers, or neighborhoods. Usually in 3 or 4 wheel configurations, mobility scooters consist of a chair that is attached to a sturdy base. When you buy a mobility scooter used you have no way of knowing how the person has used it. It is possible they let their children or grandchildren use it in improper manner. It is also possible that they exceeded the safe maximum weight limit, which puts extreme wear and tear on the motor and support features of the scooter. These days it is much smarter to buy one new because any money you save by buying it used will probably be spent repairing it anyway.

There are so many extremely affordable and reliable electric mobility scooters on the market that it really does not make any sense to take a chance and buy one used from a stranger. You also get the added security of a manufacturers warranty when you buy a new mobility scooter, and while you may never even use it, it is still a nice thing to have.