Toyota Hiace Ambulance V8 Begs Conversion Into An Off-Road Camper

In search of a terrific base for a Toyota Hiace customized camper? We would have discovered the proper instance and it’s at the moment on the market.

This 1996 Toyota Himedic Ambulance is at the moment listed on Ottoex and it begs to be transformed right into a motorhome. Even higher, the high-roof van comes with a V8 engine and runs on all paws, which makes it an ideal base for a camper that’s prepared for any off-road excursions. 

Based on the itemizing, this Toyota Himedic Ambulance is the top-of-the-line mannequin that was by no means provided to non-public clients in Japan. It might solely be bought from Toyota by authorities entities, with just one,200 items produced from 1994 to 2000. It bought for $230,000 when bought new, medical gear included.

That cash consists of the 4.0-liter 1UZ-FE gasoline V8 engine – the identical one which powers the Lexus LS400, SC400, and GS400, in addition to the Toyota Crown of that period. With 261 horsepower (192 kilowatts) on faucet, it’s most likely one of the vital highly effective vans from the ’90s. Components gained’t be an issue as nicely, because the drivetrain and engine components are available in North America the place the 1UZ engine was bought in numbers earlier than.

The van measures 17.5 ft in size and stands 8 ft tall, so house isn’t going to be brief. It comes with working molded roof lights, sirens, and all different ambulatory gear (aside from oxygen tanks), however we’re positive these might be tossed out in your final camper construct.

In the event you’re concerned about shopping for this V8-powered 1996 Toyota Himedic Ambulance, it’s at the moment listed for $34,995. It has 61,000 miles on the clock, prepared for added miles in your off-grid adventures.