my husband is worried i won't be able to lift a portable scooter and put it together every time we get out of the van. can anyone tell me how easy/hard these are to use?
The heaviest parts are the batteries. You can check on line to see how heavy the scooter is and how it breaks down. I think lifting it out of the back of a van might be easier than out of a trunk.
I was able to take apart and lift the scooter my sister rented and lift it out of the trunk of a Sonata. The once she rented was 4 wheels and broke down to 5 pieces: Basket, Seat, 2 Batteries, Base (including tiller). The base and tiller was the most difficult for me to lift in and out as it weighted about 40 pounds and was just awkward for me to pick up. As the week went on, it was easier to figure out how to place everything ad where to left.
The biggest key will be if you can handle lifting the weight.