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Az Rust Free Rare E-350 4x4 Offroad 1-ton Ambulance All Original 460ci A/c Nice! on 2040-cars

US $13,800.00
Year:1985 Mileage:82100 Color: White /
 Brown
Location:

New River, Arizona, United States

New River, Arizona, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:SUV
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:460 c.i.
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: 1FDHS34L8FHB65495 Year: 1985
Make: Ford
Model: E-Series Van
Trim: 4X4 Extended Length
Options: 4-Wheel Drive
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Drive Type: 4x4
Mileage: 82,100
Exterior Color: White
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Brown
Number of Doors: 7
Number of Cylinders: 8
Warranty: None
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

VERY RARE -- Off Road Capable

1985 Ford Econoline E-350 1 ton 4x4

EXTENDED LENGTH AMBULANCE

Collins truck body mfg. w/4" additional lift.

460 (7.5L) big block, heavy duty C-6 automatic, manual locking hubs, divorced transfer case, PS-PB, front & rear A/C

I purchased this ultra cool beast from an AZ mountain community fire department just north of Phoenix (ground pumice used on roads in winter --not salt -- pumice does not corrode metal). Original title is still in the name of the Fire Dept. and has been notarized for release and is ready to transfer to new owner.

All emergency FLASHING LIGHTS - SIRENS - HORNS - BUZZERS - PA SYSTEM - INTERIOR LIGHTS - EXTERIOR LIGHTS - KC FRONT SPOT LIGHTS - everything still connected and STILL WORKING GREAT.

Low miles--only 82,100.

Please see 4 wheel drive transfer case control and dual battery control on floor near driver. Battery controler switches from single to both batteries, or to complete disconnect. Batteries are 6 months old. Heavy duty alternator provides extra charging and running of all lights and equipment. No cracks in dash, NO RUST anywhere in body. Minor paint touch ups here and there but almost no body damage. Please see photos as I've tried to show any and all damage, but it is very hard to see (left front dent & grill chrome delamination at cowl, and rear step). Tires (35"x12.5x16's) are 50% tread at best. I think 37's would fit with no problem. Polished aluminum 16" faux bead lock rims are very nice.

Includes high lift jack and spare tire (see photos). Please note special area behind driver (lockable with key) for spare & high lift jack storage---this seems to confirm story from fire department that this was a special 4x4 only ambulance body equipped for high ground clearance, hence this conversion was performed prior to delivery to fire department when new. I have never seen another 4x4 Econoline set up like this. See letters section below.

Dual fuel tanks, and both tanks and sending units are operational with switch at dash.I added a tow hitch receiver under rear step but this is NOT directly attached to frame. The steps are frame mounted and this setup feels plenty secure, but I would use only for towing small lightweight motorcycle style trailers or similar.

FLAWS THAT I CAN SEE: I can hear an exhaust leak at one side manifold. Some oil drips at various places under motor. Broken plastic at passenger side above rear bench. Linoleum flooring beginning to wear out. Small rip in naugahyde backrest of bench seat in rear. Front driver seat material has a few splitting seams.

No ceiling water stains or any leaking evident from roof extension. This is a very clean and sano rig.

Please note that there is A LOT of interior storage: multiple and various cabinets (doors close tightly and do not rattle), underneath both rear bench and jump seats, and inside spare tire well behind driver. There are numerous interior high intensity lights in ceiling. Hi intensity exterior flood lights at front, rear, and both sides. Sliding interior door is a bit sticky, but all other doors operate smoothly and close tightly.

Interior & exterior power supplies are numerous. There appears to be some oxygen lines and valves still connected here and there, with gauges. Antenna for CB or two way radio still present on roof, with wires running to dash tucked in and out of sight.

This van drives very tight---excellent power and great brakes. Very tight steering too. No rattles inside when driving. This is a really good rig that's a blast to drive. You'll be the only kid on the block with one of these, that's for sure. This is a super cool old-school style 4x4 that's in remarkably good shape.

This would make a great 'bugg-out' van, off road or desert camper van, or mobile motorcycle repair? Still has most of the gurney mounts attached so due to it's low mileage this could still be used as an ambulance as well. There are endless opportunities for the creative mind. This thing is big and TALL. It's almost 9 feet to top of light bar so keep that in mind.

Please remember that this has always been an Arizona Fire Department operated and maintained truck. These guys keep on top of all maintenance issues, so it's safe to assume that this truck has always been well taken care of.

  

My auction rules are simple: PAYMENT via cash in person, personal check, cashiers check, bank wire transfer, etc. Truck does not leave my posession until all purchase funds have cleared my bank. NON-REFUNDABLE PAYPAL DEPOSIT ONLY of $250.00 and I will NOT accept payment of truck in full via Paypal. If deposit is not paid for within 4 days then I will file an unpaid item dispute through ebay, and if truck is not fully paid for within 8 days from end of auction buyer loses their right to the vehicle. I'm happy to make exceptions to these rules as long as we discuss first. So PLEASE, only bid and buy if you fully intend on FOLLOWING THROUGH WITH YOUR PURCHASE.

Thank you for reading and agreeing to these terms.

Shipping is responsibility of buyer.
Clear TITLE. Sold with bill of sale if so desired.

Located in New River, AZ 85087 --- easy on / off freeway for your shipper.

PLEASE ASK QUESTIONS and feel free to call me if you need more info---thanks--Az-Mike 623-465-0636

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