The Holy Grail! 1983 US Spec FJ40 w/ OEM PS and AC

This is the real deal, a survivor 1983 FJ40 with the coveted factory options of power steering and air conditioning. 1 of an estimated 50, this FJ40 is an appreciating asset and needs to go the a great home.

This FJ40 is a true survivor, and has managed to make it from 1983 all of the way to 2025  without having any significant modifications. It retains most of its original paint and is virtually rust free.  it runs strong and drives very well. The experience is like going back in time. 

I’ve been asked by several people, what would I do with it? Here is the list.

First of all at some point someone painted the OEM bumper and rear bumperettes white. That needs to be remedied. In fact, I’ve already ordered a new bumper and bumperettes from Toyota to replace them. I’ve also ordered a front OEM license plate frame. Just replacing those few, simple items is going to make a big visual difference in the vehicle. The cosmetic work could stop there, but there’s a 2nd level that I would probably also do. There is a very small area of rust just under the four-wheel-drive emblem. This area is reported to have been the same for 30 years. I would address this area of rust and while I was at it, I would remove the two aftermarket antennas in the rear quarter panels, and do minimal bodywork and paint to reset all of this to stock.

Mechanically, this Land Cruiser doesn’t have any urgent needs, but I would give it a good mechanical inspection, and correct whatever minor issues I found. I would also likely perform a front knuckle rebuild, as pretty much every Land Cruiser needs one of these. 

It is important to note that at some point, the bib, front fenders and hood of this Land Cruiser were refinished. I’ve inspected the components and I am convinced that they are the original sheet metal. There are no signs of an accident or bodywork on them, so my guess is they were just refinished because of rock chips. The front seats also have been recovered, and they feel like they have new foam in them. 

This beautiful FJ40 is located at the shop and is available for inspection and test drive by appointment.

Asking $67,000