If you’re looking for an interesting rally vehicle, you could do worse than this 1987 VW Vanagon in full German ambulance spec. The ad on The Samba states that the sirens and lights work, and that the original stethoscope, medical kit, and rubber gloves are included.
Mechanically, it features a euro-spec 2.1L, carbureted, water-cooled engine, a manual transmission, and Syncro ride height (though it’s not a Syncro).
This unique German vehicle is listed in Grass Valley, CA for $6000 obo.
Link trail: Bring a Trailer > The Samba
Looking at a few used Volkswagen vans right now and I’m amazed at the length of time they will likely keep going.
I found a 2004 van a few days ago that had 80k miles showing and it nonetheless ran like it was still new!