Good afternoon,
I am interested in a 1959 Series 2 that is for sale in Portugal (where I live).
I have spent a decent amount of time with newer Defenders, but never a Series. So I was wondering if anyone could have a glance at the listing and see if anything nasty jumps out at them.
https://www.standvirtual.com/anunci...-short-wheel-base-88-ID8Jr36m.html#ec44274789
My untrained eye can see that it has had a respray and rustproof coating (Waxoyl?), which could be hiding something. Although rust is not a big problem in this part of the world.
Is the engine original (picture attached), or is it from a later model?
What has been painted over in front of the gear stick (picture attached)? Is it an old VIN plate?
The blurb roughly translates to:
09/1959
Diesel
2285cc
61cv
85,000km (unlikely to be true)
Sandblasted chassis with protective paint.
Exmoor Trim Canvas Hood imported from England.
New upholstery.
It is advisable to replace the side door rubbers.
Vehicle without accidents.
Functional vehicle, engine and gearbox.
Maintained by the same mechanic for several years.
Approved for seven (7) passengers.
Civil Documents (Booklet and Property Register).
Registration starting with HI -... ..
Vehicle was not military.
Owned the vehicle since 1996.
MOT valid until September 29 2017.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks very much.
I am interested in a 1959 Series 2 that is for sale in Portugal (where I live).
I have spent a decent amount of time with newer Defenders, but never a Series. So I was wondering if anyone could have a glance at the listing and see if anything nasty jumps out at them.
https://www.standvirtual.com/anunci...-short-wheel-base-88-ID8Jr36m.html#ec44274789
My untrained eye can see that it has had a respray and rustproof coating (Waxoyl?), which could be hiding something. Although rust is not a big problem in this part of the world.
Is the engine original (picture attached), or is it from a later model?
What has been painted over in front of the gear stick (picture attached)? Is it an old VIN plate?
The blurb roughly translates to:
09/1959
Diesel
2285cc
61cv
85,000km (unlikely to be true)
Sandblasted chassis with protective paint.
Exmoor Trim Canvas Hood imported from England.
New upholstery.
It is advisable to replace the side door rubbers.
Vehicle without accidents.
Functional vehicle, engine and gearbox.
Maintained by the same mechanic for several years.
Approved for seven (7) passengers.
Civil Documents (Booklet and Property Register).
Registration starting with HI -... ..
Vehicle was not military.
Owned the vehicle since 1996.
MOT valid until September 29 2017.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks very much.