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New Member
posted Jun 4, 2019 6:03:35 PM

I'm disabled. Can I itemize the cost of adaptive equipment that was installed in a car I purchased in 2018? I have a cost breakdown from dealership.

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Expert Alumni
Jun 4, 2019 6:03:38 PM

Yes, the cost of adaptive equipment installed in your vehicle qualifies as medical expenses, deductible on Schedule A, if you itemize.  Per IRS Publication 502 "You can include in medical expenses the cost of special hand controls and other special equipment installed in a car for the use of a person with a disability" https://www.irs.gov/publications/p502#en_US_2018_publink1000178914 

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New Member
Jun 4, 2019 6:03:36 PM

Thanks for prompt answer.

Expert Alumni
Jun 4, 2019 6:03:38 PM

Yes, the cost of adaptive equipment installed in your vehicle qualifies as medical expenses, deductible on Schedule A, if you itemize.  Per IRS Publication 502 "You can include in medical expenses the cost of special hand controls and other special equipment installed in a car for the use of a person with a disability" https://www.irs.gov/publications/p502#en_US_2018_publink1000178914 

New Member
Jun 4, 2019 6:03:39 PM

Thanks Julie!