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$92,500
1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ
Price:
$92,500
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Summary:
Used 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser
Location:
Saint Louis, MO
Description:
Toyota's legendary Land Cruiser hardly needs an introduction. Fromits arrival in 1951 through today, the Land Cruiser has been thevehicle of choice for traversing the wilds of Africa, crossing thedesolate Australian Outback, or navigating snowy urban streets.Toyota applied the Land Cruiser name to a wide variety of vehicles,ranging from utilitarian to luxurious, and virtually everyvariation can lay claim to legions of loyal fans. However, the FJ40stands proudly at the top of the heap and is recognized as the mosticonic and widely adored member of the Land Cruiser family. This1978 FJ40 is a superb example fresh from a nut-and-bolt, ground-uprestoration by a marque specialist. An original U.S. spec truck,desirably equipped with a hardtop and ambulance doors, this LandCruiser is finished to a very high standard and features severalcarefully selected updates to improve its everyday usability.Photos from the restoration show the body was restored using anoriginal all-steel Toyota tub, with other rust-free original panelssourced as needed. After repairs, the body was completely strippedand coated inside and underneath with textured Raptor liner for anadditional layer of weather protection and sound deadening. It wasthen painted in the period correct shade of Olive Green (Code 653)using PPG paint for an authentic, factory-quality finish. The bodyreceived all new OE Toyota rubber gaskets, seals, and emblems, andit rides on new Toyota OEM steel wheels, painted the correct shadeof gray, and fitted with chunky 33 x 10.50-15 BF GoodrichAll-Terrain T/As for the perfect, purposeful off-road stance.Inside, the cabin is restored to better-than-new standards, withfactory-correct black vinyl upholstery on the seats and doorpanels, rubber floor liners, and superb detailing everywhere youlook. The instrument panel is restored with refurbished gauges,switches, and controls, and the knobs and vents for the new VintageAir Gen 3 A/C system integrate nicely into the fascia. Additionalsoft trim items such as the headliner, sun visors, and dash pad arenew and correct to factory specs. Mechanically, this FJ is insuperb condition, with virtually no fastener left unturned duringthe restoration. The 2F engine was tested, inspected, cleaned,resealed, and topped with a reconditioned cylinder head.Ancillaries, including the alternator and exhaust system, are new,and the chassis features later-model Toyota "mini-truck" powersteering. The suspension is by Old Man Emu, with new springs,shocks, greaseable shackles, stainless steel brake lines, andpolyurethane bushings. Additionally, the front and rear axles wererebuilt with new bearings, gaskets, and seals. As his tenthcomplete body-off project, the restorer applied his years ofexperience to this meticulously thorough restoration, which showsin every facet of this superb FJ40. The attention to detail andwell-integrated modern amenities make it effortless to drive andremarkably comfortable to use in all manner of conditions - on oroff the beaten path. Offers welcome and trades considered Foradditional details please view this listing directly on our websitehttps://hymanltd.com/vehicles/7604-1978-toyota-fj40-land-cruiser/
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1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ is a 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser Classic Car in Saint Louis MO. Find other listings by searching for 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser in Saint Louis on Oodle Classifieds.
1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ is a 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser Classic Car in Saint Louis MO. Find other listings by searching for 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser in Saint Louis on Oodle Classifieds.