Ooh, I wish I were out there. This looks like it might originally have been one of the ones with a bright yellow top half and a golden yellow bottom half (1976 or so?). I've always wanted one of those
Here is the text of the ad:
Date: 2009-04-15, 6:50PM PDT
This was a project that couldn't be finished...but has so much sweet potential. This
boler has been gutted of its wood and appliances...well it didn't have any appliances really. It has been resealed and repainted on the inside. Sealed on the outside. Brand new foam and upholstery. Needs some love but if you are capable...its like renovating a closet.
Location: vancouver
And the photos:
The last photo shows the typical mid-70s (and earlier?) offset location of the ~9" roof hatch. It's basically above your head when standing at the sink.
Raya