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Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

The fact he was your granddad and not your odd single great uncle indicates he might not entirely agree

The roads aren't a safe space when brummiejon and his unregistered, uninsured vehicle are about, never mind the forum

As Ricky Gervais, paraphrasing Salman Rushdie said:
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

Can I speak as someone with a physical disability? A motability car would be your best bet dez. No insurance to worry about,running costs or maintenance woes. It will be ulez and congestion zone free and there is a very wide and varied choice of vehicles from small to large,manual,semi auto and auto as well as petrol,diesel,hybrid,plug in electric and full electric.
Regards not being sure if you would be comfortable with one and you have mentioned you are comfortable with rev,well consider this please. My last motability car was a mini countryman cooper 1.5 3 pot turbo auto. I was unsure if it would be comfortable or not so I asked for an extended test drive. I collected the car from the dealer and had a 48 hour loan. In that 48 hour time frame I took it on country lanes,motorways,towns and busy cities. I covered a hell of a lot of miles just to be sure I was making the best decision. I covered varied scenarios of driving to ensure I had ample visibility,I could park it comfortably,I could get my scooter in and out as well as shopping trips for entry and egress concerns. Here's some information on the cars I have had on the scheme and my views.
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG auto.
Easy to get in trouble with speed wise. Very quiet and smooth but not the most comfortable,mine was a low spec model which actually had sidewalls on the tyres and a supple suspension but the seats weren't the most supportive. Boot was large enough for a mid size mobility scooter. High sills though and short doors. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
Nissan qashqai 1.5 DCI tekna 
Top spec with all the bells and whistles. Decent driving position with good visibility and seats were extremely comfy. Steering was vague though and the 1.5 was overwhelmed in a large car. Boot wasn't massive and a high load lip made getting scooter in and out a pain. Panoramic roof was a nice touch though. Averaged high 40s mpg. 
Hyundai ionic 1.6 DSG hybrid 
My favourite of them all. Superb on fuel,mid 60s was common with low 70s on a run. Mine was a premium trim level so had a lot of toys like heated seats and steering wheel but didn't have electric leather cooled seats. Reason being was the seat position was higher than a non electric seat and I'm not a massive leather seat fan.  Very smooth engine with supercharger effect power from the motor and engine combined. Was an odd sensation on a cold morning with the engine at tickover warming the batteries but still accelerating on the motor alone. Good wide doors,low sill and massive boot.
Mini countryman cooper turbo
Nice car but had a few niggles,all fixed through motability. Being a base trim I didn't get armrests but had a nice high driving position with good visibility all round. Boot was small and the interior really was small for what seems to be a deceptively large car externally. Averaged mid 40s mpg.
When the mini went back I stepped away from motability and purchased a 2003 mk1 ford focus 2.0 Ghia auto estate. One of the best cars I've owned. Had it for over two years now. Very comfy, supportive seats,auto box is very well mannered for an old car and the boot is very large. Swallowed a large mobility scooter no problem. Average around 32 mpg so not great but it is essentially a 30 year old engine and 3 speed + od box.
The main vehicle I use nowadays as the focus has been taken by the wife is a Peugeot partner 2.0 hdi 90. 2004 model and I can't sing the praises high enough of these and the same Berlingo. Large square boot so can fit scooters, lightbulbs or even a mattress and make a mini camper. Rear seats fold down east and can be removed with 6 bolts. Massive doors,high roof and I can practically walk into it and sit comfortably and I'm 5ft10 ish and 18 stone. 
The early 2.0 hdi is a pearler. No dmf,coded injectors or dpf to clog up and if it's on disabled tax then it's no concern with ulez and Caz. I'd recommend getting the multispace variant as there is only 2 Caz zones in the UK need paying for whereas the van variant has alot more. That's one of the reasons I went for the multispace over the van as well as sliding side doors. Take seats out,tiny out rear windows and you have essentially a van.  The non turbo 1.9 isn't as good on fuel and higher tax bracket than the 2.0 hdi also. 
I've bought mine as I'm trying to go self employed man and van. Taking some time to get going and I'm working with my disability instead of against it. Trying to make good of a situation where I don't have to worry about a boss breathing down my neck or getting fired for a day or two a week off work when I'm housebound. Maybe something to consider for yourself? I focus on what I can do instead of what I can't. We can't change our situation so we have to deal with the hand we are dealt. 
Sorry for rambling but shedding some light, hopefully,on your situation as someone who is in a similar physically impaired situation. 
Tl;Dr 
Keep rev,use as a toy but please consider options for main mode of transportation that's more viable for your location and today's traffic and road network. 
 

I wasn't knocking the police. I just wasn't sure if police removed it or not but you have clarified that which I appreciate. 
Tim and fuzz may be a damn good shout