Photo: City of Van Meter, Iowa
(Van Meter, IA) -- The Van Meter, Iowa Fire Department has a deal for someone interested in upcycling a vehicle. Van Meter has a 2009 Ford LIfeline Ambulance up for auction, now thru Friday. It has more 114-thousand miles, and features 5-Speed Automatic, 6-Speed Manual transmission. The ambulance comes with a cot and tire chains. The current bid is $5,100. Proceeds benefit the Van Meter Fire Department.
A description of the vehicle on municibid.com states the vehicle could be converted into a camper by a DIY fanatic and/or travel enthusiast.