1972 Oldsmobile Air Force Ambulance on 2040-cars

US $3,000.00

Year:1972 Mileage:80509 Color: White with orange stripe /
Blue

Location:

Early, Texas, United States

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Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Ambulance
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:455
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller

Year: 1972
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Oldsmobile
Model: Ninety-Eight
Trim: Ambulance
Options: Red Light on top
Drive Type: Automatic
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Mileage: 80,509
Exterior Color: White with orange stripe
Interior Color: Blue
Number of Doors: 5

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. ...

This unique Cotner-Bevinton ambulance served the United States military for many years, prior to being used by a small volunteer Fire Department in north Texas. Built on an Oldsmobile 98 chassis, there is no divider between the driver and patient compartments. Another unique feature is the dual folding jump seats, with detachable seatbelts for both. This appears to be an AF spec.

The body is intact, some corrosion on the hood edge, and a few other places. The front floor pans need to be replaced. The interior is in good shape, including the head liner, except for a small tear that can be repaired. The paint is faded, and the AF paint is visible in areas. The motor is strong, turns over easily and could be a daily driver with just a little work. The AC compressor is missing, but is a standard GM part.

The great thing about this vehicle is that being built on a standard Olds 98 chassis, parts are still available. I bought this car about 20 years ago, and have very little previous info available. I will try to answer any specific questions you may have, prior to the end of the auction. The mechanical siren was donated to the local VFD already, and the roof light works, but the bottom collar has a dent in it.

I have set the buy it now option at a very fair price for this great car. Don’t let it get away; it may be many years before another comes available.

I have antique tags on this car and I drive it occasionally. It starts, runs, drives, and stops good. The tires are fair but dry rotted. If you are in the Dallas-Fort Worth, or the Austin area, I can deliver to you at $2 mile from my house in Early, Texas. If you are in Central Texas, and would like to inspect this unique ambulance, just contact me, and we can arrange a time.

Car is for sale locally, and has generated interest. If you would like to make a cash offer, use the “ask a question button” to contact me. I will not accept an offer for just the motor.

Deposit of $500 via PAYPAL within 48 hours of deal, remainder by cash or cashiers check.

Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight for Sale

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