What have I bought?!

[jbbaird440]

Hi, new member looking for help identifying a vehicle I just bought... vanguard 16hp, 3 speed + reverse with clumsy shifter below seat to driver's left. 50/50 chance the dump bed was not original and almost certain the the "The Hauler" decals on bed side are not. Grill clearly meant to look like a Willis jeep and square tube brush guard fits so well I'd bet it is stock and not a backyard add on. No idea what I'm dealing with and whether to just use it till it dies or if it is worth some effort to partially restore,
Thanks in advance!