Description
1971 J1 AMBULANCE
(Florence)
Ideal for conversion to a motorhome/ campervan as already registered with DVLA as motor caravan
3. 5L (3219cc) straight 6 petrol engine (100bhp), only 3 previous owners. 1971 (k reg) mileage only 32746, Road tax & MOT EXEMPT.
One of the last of the 'big' civilian ambulances build on 'J' type truck chassis and powered by the well proven 214 cu. inch six cylinder OHV petrol engine. Hawson stringer body in aluminium with fibreglass front end and fibreglass roof and believed to be 1 of only 2 left like this in the world, Semi-forward control, split windscreen, sliding cab doors. 'Autolube' chassis fabrication (self oiling chassis), servo assisted brakes.
We bought Her in 2021. We have done lots of work on engine etc to get Her engine running again and roadworthy but She is now back on the road again and driving brilliant.
WORKS CARRIED OUT AS FOLLOWS -
Engine fully serviced
New tyres including spare
New brake master cylinder
New delco cap, rotar arm & powerspark 6 cylinder electronic ignition kit
New ignition coil
New choke cable
New HT Leads
New thermostat and housing gasket
New twin pulley water pump
New Delco Vacuum unit
New rocker cover gasket
Fresh oil and oil filter
Brake servo repair kit
Rear antiroll bushes ends & centre
New spark plugs
New water hoses
New battery and new battery box
New foot pedal rubbers
New side mirrors
New plywood flooring with LVT (luxury vinyl flooring tiles)
Fuel tank and lines cleaned
Radiator bottom panel repaired with stainless steel
New Claytonrite rubber seals replaced on all the side windows – Glass replaced with toughened glass and limo tinted
Lanoguard protection applied underneath van
Clutch, gear box and engine all run beautiful
Interior panels removed and wood framework varnished (wood is like day it was built – no rot)
Paint on sides have been stripped back to the aluminium,
INCLUDED IN THE SALE -
Interior roof lining panels with the metal trims, original roller blinds
folding seat and medical cupboard from her ambulance days, Replacement claytonrite rubbers included for the backdoor and cab side windows (except the windscreen ones which are bigger size)
2 brand new Fiamma roof vents still in boxes
Brand new vehicle cover still in the box and unused
Parts are easy to obtain and a great network of Bedford enthusiasts for advice online
Starts first time every time and runs beautifully
Viewing is essential to really appreciate her true beauty.'Florence' as we named Her was in service as ambulance in Lancashire are until early 1979, carrying fleet No89. Sold in 1979 to gentleman who intended to convert to a motorhome but didn't complete, then sold again in 1986 and used as exhibit at vintage vehicle shows then stored in barn since 1993.
We bought Her in 2021, She wasn't starting at all and
We have done lots of work on engine etc to get Her running again and roadworthy but She is now back on the road again and drives brilliant. VERY reluctant sale as We had fully intended converting her to motorhome. Genuine reason for sale
