This info might apply to other states also but I know it does in Texas. Thought I would let ya'll in on some info that I have been using for about the last 12 years. It relates to the whole mobility issue and Texas sales taxes. If you don't already know, if you modify your vehicle from the way you originally bought it to increase the mobility for yourself or someone else that you may care for then Texas does not require you to pay sales tax on the vehicle. This alone can save you upwards of $3000 on the final cost. The great thing about it is it doesn't have to be a big automatic wheel chair lift to take advantage of this. There is initially an out of pocket expense for equipment but you can use the Ford Mobility Motoring Program to help defray those cost. Ford will pay up to 1000.00 for lifts and ect. They will also pay up to 200.00 for running boards or nerf bars as long as they didn't come with the truck originally and you have a letter from your or their doctor stating that this is needed for increased mobility. Where it really comes into play is after you already have the equipment and you purchase your next new vehicle. Ford will pay to have the equipment moved from one vehicle to the next and you still get the tax rebate from Texas. This has really help us out over the years, esp. when we first got involved with disability issues when buying a new Ford. The dealer walked us thru it and it has been a snap ever since. I have found out though that not all dealerships are up to snuff on the info for the Mobility Motoring or even the local and state taxing requirements. You can check Ford's Mobility Motoring website @ [URL=http://www.mobilitymotoringprogram.com/mainpage.mob]and call your local DMV for the taxing issues. Hope this helps someone. goldendually