Re: [MV] M725 found
Tim Clark (glengar@bellatlantic.net)
Fri, 08 Oct 1999 00:50:31 -0400
Mark Johnson wrote:
>
> Hello all,
> Today I found a M725 (the ambulance version of the M715) in a junkyard in
> impeccable condition. It was in great shape from what I saw. The 230 OHC
> engine was still in place with the waterproof ignition system. The
> interior was also in good shape too, the rear body did not look like an
> ambulance but like a troop carrier because it appeared to have benches on
> both side (but maybe these fold out to litters somehow). There even was a
> small jump seat in very rear of the bed between the two doors. Seemed to be
> no body rot at all, just some surface rust on the frame.
> The bad of it. I assume it was not running, but could easily be made to.
> There was no brake pressure at all, it seemed that all of the reflectors
> were missing but the metal brackets were still in place. The instrument
> panel was missing. Both mirrors need replaced, but the arms are there.
> The seats need recovered. Looks to need new tires, but they hold air now,
> three are NDT. The front bumper was bent on the driver's side a little.
> Needs a new paint job the old OD is faded. The fire extinguisher is
> missing, the bracket remains. There was a small rip, not a rust hole, in
> the passenger's side floor about an inch long by a half-inch wide. It
> would be a good project for somebody who wants an ambulance. It is
> located in central Pa. The fellow at the desk of the junkyard said he
> thought the owner wanted about $3500 for it. I don't need another project
> now and don't have the $$$. It anyone wants the info on it email me.
>
> Mark Johnson
> 1952 M38A1 (2)
> 1964 CJ6
> 1966 CJ5
> M416
> BT3C
> and a 55 CJ5 wrecker setup for the 5 or 6
> Harrisburg, Pa
>
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Look in the current issue of M/V mag-- there are a number of 725s for
sale, most at better price than your contact wants
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