I contacted all the wheelchair manufacturers mentioned in my post of 9th Feb. Nearly all came back with positive comments on how they could customise and/or supply trendy versions of their wheelchairs.
In particular please look at the comments from the following:
Carbon Black– ‘currently demand for Carbon Black far outstrips supply……you can join us on Facebook and You Tube by following the links on our website www.iimaginedesign.com……Carbon Black can also be seen on display in the London Design Museum as part of the designs of 2012 exhibition.’
From Lawrence kwok , Designer – ‘Unfortunately the NIMBL is only a concept. However, I was approached by someone recently looking to put the concept in a movie called, Ender’s Game. It’s too bad I don’t have the money to produce a life-sized version, that would have been quite the opportunity.
Anyways, best of luck with your site, again it looks really great! I have another image of my wheelchair here: http://www.coroflot.com/lyfk/nimbl-wheel-chair/1, which is more recent.’
Da Vinci Wheelchairs – ‘Custom built wheelchairs by Da Vinci are made to your everyday needs and style. Although they look sporty they can all have option of standard features such as arm rests , push handles etc. we will have to educate you.’