Thread: Early 1958 Series 2

A quick search found three S2 on ebay, with asking prices of about 6000 GBP.

Your car looks to be in good order and a very good start for restoration; if it was mine, I would aim to keep it as original as possible,

Cheers Charlie

Originally Posted by WJT

I am new to this group. I have an early Series 2 that has been abused but now I have it and want to know your thoughts on the restoration process I should undertake. The frame is totally rusted out so I have a solid frame I found in California.
The vehicle I have is:
1. Make & Model LAND ROVER SERIES II 88 INCH PETROL BASIC
2. Car/Chassis Number 141-8-00331
3. Engine Number Not Recorded
4. Body Number Not Recorded
5. Specification RHD, Home Market
6. Colour a) exterior Green
b) trim Not Recorded
c) hood (top) Not Applicable
7. Date of Build 13May 1958
8. Date of Despatch 16May 1958
9. Destination ( Dealer ) J. Gibbon Limited, Glasgow
10. Other Numbers ( where recorded ) Label (line) number: 330

Plate number UYS 575

Some question I have are,
History of this vehicle - originally came from Scotland and has Burmah stickers in the doors.
Should I replace the bulkhead or patch panel repair the one I have?
Should I replace the differential or replace it with another I Have?
How much of the originality should I adhere to with what I can save?

Probably more to come

Hope this makes sense and thanks in advance,

Regards
Bill

hi bill 141-8 - 00331 331 means its no 331 landrover in built 1958 which means it is very collectable contact the s2 club in the uk happy restoring regards jim