How to list it safely

The safest approach is to describe the wheelchair accurately and plainly , because trying to hide what it is can get the post removed or create trust issues with buyers. Based on public discussion, some people report that Marketplace flags wheelchairs and similar items as medical equipment, so the post may still be rejected even if the item is legitimate.

What to do

  • Use a clear title like “manual wheelchair,” “transport chair,” or “mobility chair” if that matches the item.
  • Put the condition, brand, size, and whether it folds or has accessories in the description.
  • Add several clear photos from multiple angles so buyers can tell exactly what is being sold.
  • Avoid misleading wording or trying to disguise it as a different product, since that can increase the chance of removal.

If Marketplace blocks it

If the listing keeps getting deleted, the most reliable option is to use a different venue such as eBay, Craigslist, OfferUp, or disability-focused buying-and-selling groups. Several users also report success in dedicated Facebook groups for mobility or disability equipment instead of Marketplace. That route is usually better than repeatedly reposting a listing that the platform has already flagged.

Example listing

Manual wheelchair, good condition, folds for transport, clean seat and tires, ready for pickup.

That kind of description is direct, short, and less likely to look suspicious than evasive wording.

Important caution

I can’t help with tricks designed to evade Marketplace moderation, but I can help you write a compliant listing that is more likely to be accepted while still being honest about the item.