--- title: "Financing Second-Hand Stairlifts | Manchester Guide" url: https://www.manchesterstairlifts.com/best-options-for-financing-second-hand-stairlifts/ description: "Best ways to finance a second-hand stairlift in the UK: grants, VAT relief, instalment plans and reconditioned options from £995 fitted across Greater Manchester." lang: en-GB --- Manchester Stairlifts # Best Options for Financing Second Hand Stairlifts Best ways to finance a second-hand stairlift in the UK: grants, VAT relief, instalment plans and reconditioned options from £995 fitted across Greater Manchester. 0161 330 5544: 01613305544 - 12-month warranty - Fitted in 48 hours - Acorn accredited - Transparent pricing ### Save an Extra 10% on Your Stairlift Cost & Installation There is a reason why hundreds of customers are happy to recommend us to others. 4.7 Who is the stairlift for? * Or call us directly on 0161 330 5544 (01613305544). **Short answer:** the cheapest way to fund a second-hand stairlift is often a **reconditioned straight unit from £995 fitted** — all-in, with a 12-month warranty. If you need help with upfront cost, VAT relief, Disabled Facilities Grants and local charitable grants can cover part or all of the price. ## Our fixed prices | Type | Fitted price | Lead time | | --- | --- | --- | | **Straight stairlift** | **£1,995** | 24–48 hours | | **Reconditioned stairlift** | **£995** | 24–48 hours | | **Curved stairlift** | **£2,995** | 1–3 weeks (or **48 hours** with our Emergency option) | All prices include the free home survey, installation, handover and a 12-month warranty. ## Ways to pay for a second-hand stairlift - **Reconditioned outright purchase** — £995 fitted, 12-month warranty, no ongoing payments - **VAT relief** — zero-rated VAT if the user has a long-term illness or disability (saves 20%) - **Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG)** — up to £30,000 means-tested grant for home adaptations - **Local charitable grants** — Independence at Home, Turn2us and regional trusts - **Rental with option to buy** — low upfront, then credit rental payments toward purchase ## What to avoid - Chair-only online deals (£400–£600) that don't include rail, fitting or warranty - Interest-heavy finance from general lenders — stairlift-specific providers are fairer - "Free survey" firms that charge hidden fees on install day ### Our stairlifts - Reconditioned stairlifts (https://www.manchesterstairlifts.com/reconditioned-stairlifts/) — £995 fitted - Outdoor stairlifts: https://www.manchesterstairlifts.com/outdoor-stairlifts/ - Servicing & repairs: https://www.manchesterstairlifts.com/servicing-repairs/ ## Related - How much does a stairlift cost?: https://www.manchesterstairlifts.com/how-much-is-it-to-get-a-stairlift-installed/ ## Book a free home survey Call **0161 330 5544** or request a callback (https://www.manchesterstairlifts.com/contact-us/). A local engineer will measure your stairs and give you a fixed price on the day — no pressure, no obligation. ## Our fixed prices | Type | Fitted price | Lead time | | --- | --- | --- | | **Straight stairlift** | **£1,995** | 24–48 hours | | **Reconditioned stairlift** | **£995** | 24–48 hours | | **Curved stairlift** | **£2,995** | 1–3 weeks (or **48 hours** with our Emergency option) | ### Our stairlifts ## Book a free home survey ### Not sure which stairlift you need? Book a free no-obligation home survey. A local engineer will measure your stairs and recommend the right lift — usually within 48 hours. 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