I bought this in March with the intention of restoring it but I’ve decided I don’t have the time. I bought it from a man who retired in 1996 and spent 2 years restoring it. He lived in Indy and would keep it in storage from Sept through May. It would only come out of storage from mid May through Aug. He only put 18k miles on it over the last 20 years. I’m not sure of the exact mileage so I’m listing it as unknown. He rebuilt the original engine, painted the frame in rust proof black paint and installed new gauges.
The original hardtop and doors were not restored but I do have them in storage as well as the heater, rear jump seats and some other original odds and ends. I do have a complete soft top, soft doors and bikini top, all of which are in perfect shape with no rips or tears. I had the intention of restoring the top and doors first so I bought over $2500 worth of OEM parts which are listed below, these will come with the truck. I did sand down one of the doors to the bare metal.
The engine starts right up with no issues and transmission is fine. The only issue is there is a loud clicking/popping noise when trying to make a tight turn such as parking. I think this is related to the ball joints but I’m not sure. The only rust is on the right rear wheel well which was repaired in 1996 but the bondo is starting to crack. Keep in mind this truck is 50 years old so there is no radio, heater or ac.
I will not ship the truck due to the hard top being taken apart and the extra OEM parts included in the auction. The buyer will be responsible for shipping or picking the truck up. I live in Raleigh and the truck in listed local as well. You may also come check it out and inspect it yourself before bidding if you wish. A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required immediately and the rest within 7 days. If you have negative feedback or less than 10 you need to contact me first or I’ll remove your bid. If you have any questions or would like more pics, please email me.
Below is the OEM parts that I bought which are all still in the shipping boxes and wrapped up except the mirrors, I put those on the truck.
Bolt Kit - Door Paddle Handle - 16 PCS
$7.95 USD
Door Window Regulator / Passenger Side (Right)
$38.95 USD
Front Door Weatherstrip Kit - Right/Passenger Side
$219.27 USD
Front Door Weatherstrip Kit - Left/Driver Side
$219.27 USD
Bolt Kit - Front Door Window Frame - 1 Door
$7.95 USD
2
$15.90 USD
Door Hinge - Front Left / Driver Side - OEM
$74.62 USD
2
$149.24 USD
Door Hinge - Front Right / Passenger Side - OEM
$74.62 USD
2
$149.24 USD
Bolt Kit - Front Door Hinge Inner and Outer - 42 PCS
$18.00 USD
2
$36.00 USD
Bolt Kit - Window Regulator - 16 PCS
$7.95 USD
Front Door Window Run Felt - OEM
Item# 525-168
$27.53 USD
6
$165.18 USD
Door Lock & Paddle Handle - Set
$75.95 USD
Door "L" Handles / Outside - Pair
$19.95 USD
Door Hinge Pins with Bushings - Front Door - La...
Paid: $29.24
The following 7 items totaled $575
New OEM Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 FJ45 BJ40 Instrument Gauge Speedometer Cluster
OEM Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 FJ43 FJ45 FJ55 Front Fender Emblem (2)
TOYOTA LAND CRUISER~LANDCRUISER FJ40-45 Running LIGHTS
1958-1968 FJ40 Land Cruiser Front Signal Lamp 81510-60040 Genuine Toyota OEM NEW (2)
OEM Toyota 1969-1974 Land Cruiser BJ40 FJ40 Front Grille TOYOTA Emblem Badge New
ONE NEW OEM Inner Door Handle/Pull Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40, FJ41, FJ40, FJ45 (2)
FJ40 FJ45 FJ55 BJ OEM Gas Fuel Cap LandCruiser 62 – 70
***TOYOTA LAND CRUISER LANDCRUISER FACTORY MIRRORS AND ARMS (2)
Paid: $236.97
TOYOTA LAND CRUISER~~LANDCRUISER FJ40-4...Door Stoppers
Paid: $83.99