Look for rust primarily in the bulkhead, round the pedals, and near the hinges and vents. Also in the door frames and the chassis, especially anywhere that mud can accumulate, and the radiator support along the bottom.
There are no particular issues, other than those that arise from the fact that it is fifty years old. Because of the age, check anything rubber for condition - radiator hoses, flexible brake hoses, brake seals, tie rod end boots, this sort of thing. But general condition will depend on mileage and how it has been looked after.
If it runs well and everything works, well and good. If there are problems, often a search will find it has already been answered.
When looking for information, note that a lot of bit are common between Series 2, 2a and 3, so the answer may be in other sections.
If it came originally from Port Moresby, it would be interesting to see whether it was originally assembled in Australia or is a UK model. The chassis number would give this information. If Australian assembled, I would expect it to have a Pressed Metal Corporation tag on the bulkhead near the one with transfer lever instructions. My guess is that it was not assembled in Australia.
More pictures would be appreciated.
John
John
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1986 110 County 3.9 diesel
1970 2a 109 2.25 petrol
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