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Abandoned for years in a workshop, that Simca 1200 GLS with ambulance body was rescued from oblivion recently. Manufactured in 1979, it has only 68.034 kilometers on its odometer, unless it is not on the second round, of course. Furthermore, what seemed like a condemnation to scrapping is going to become a second chance, since its restoration is already underway. Magnificent news, without a doubt, and well worth a model as rare as this one. So it is true that, despite selling well, the Simca 1200 They have practically disappeared from our roads.
As we can see, the exterior appearance is quite good and it does not seem to be missing any element, which is very important in such a special body. It even retains its original wheels with the hubcaps, although to remove it they had to be removed and temporary ones put on. Some elements are missing in the engine compartment, but that is because The current owner has already started restoration work.. A new battery has even been installed to verify that the sirens do indeed work. It also retains the brand's cat.
WORK AHEAD
The exterior hardly has any rust, which is important as it is one of the weak points of the model, especially in units with a vinyl roof. Once inside, The dashboard is also in good condition., even preserves the vintage Blaupunkt radio. The front seats still have covers on, which may have helped with their preservation.
Behind, in the ambulance part, there is curious elements such as the stretcher, the oxygen bottle or the mask. The separation screen is intact and with its glass. Of course, the auxiliary rear seat is in terrible condition. There is also vintage medical supplies which, well restored, could be used perfectly to decorate the Simca 1200 ambulance.
You can discover the full story on the channel Alfredo Yugo's YouTube, which tells us all the details of an amazing discovery. Everything indicates that we will soon be able to enjoy this Simca ambulance on the move.
