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Can I have my Mercedes-Benz fitted with hand controls?

I have a 2007 Mercedes-Benz E220 CDi Estate, which I love, bought for its boot space to carry a disabled scooter, and also because our immediate families live at opposite ends of the country, so long journeys are necessary (for which it is ideal). As a result of a spinal condition, which my neurologist recently confirmed cannot be reversed, I am slowly losing the control of my legs and feet. Is it possible to have the car fitted with hand controls? If so, which company do you advise for the modification?

Asked on 7 August 2010 by Peter755

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