Details

This 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 was restored close to factory specifications and imported to the US. It is equipped with a 4.2L I6 (OHV) engine, a 4-speed manual transmission, a 2-speed transfer case, leaf spring suspension front and rear, front power disc brakes, a steering stabilizer, and a Vintage Air HVAC system. With 933 miles shown (total mileage unknown), this truck is solid mechanically and cosmetically. Inward-facing rear seats, stock steel wheels with hubcaps, a white top, and all the other hallmarks of the FJ40, are present. This Land Cruiser is located in Philadelphia, PA.

This frame-off restored FJ40 shows well and runs perfectly. Under the hood, the engine presents clean and runs smoothly, as one would expect from a restored truck. The transmission was also checked along with the interior and exterior by a third-party inspector, and all were found to be in good condition, as evident in the photos. A light scratch on the hood and a small split in the dash were documented in the inspection report. The third-party photos attest to the quality of the restoration and condition of the vehicle.

This car is being marketed by a CLASSIC.COM Pro on behalf of its current owner and is located in Philadelphia, PA.

About the model

The 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser is a vintage SUV produced by the Japanese automaker Toyota. It is a member of the J40 series of Land Cruisers, which were produced from 1961 to 1985. It is a rugged off-road vehicle with a boxy design and solid axles. It was available in a variety of configurations, including a two-door short-wheelbase model and a four-door long-wheelbase model, and was equipped with a variety of engines, both diesel and gas. One such popular engine was the 4.2-liter inline six-cylinder engine that produced 135 horsepower and 210 lb-ft of torque, paired with a four-speed manual transmission. The Land Cruiser was designed to handle rough terrain and off-road conditions with features such as a manually engaged four-wheel drive system, a solid front axle, and high ground clearance.

Features and Specs

• 4.2L I6 (OHV) engine
• 4-speed manual transmission
• 2-speed transfer case
• Leaf spring suspension front and rear
• Front power disc brakes
• Steering stabilizer
• Flip out rear quarter windows
• Brown leather seats
• 2 doors with a removable hardtop
• Fold-up rear seats

Known Modifications

• Old Man Emu suspension
• Vintage Air HVAC

Service History

• According to records, the car received a frame-off refurbishment in Colombia before its importation
• Refurbishment included a complete mechanical and cosmetic restoration

Ownership History

• Vehicle was imported from Japan to Colombia then to the U.S.
• Records show the car was located in Alabama in 2019
• 2019 current owner purchased the car and it resides in Philadelphia, PA

Known issues

• No known issues

Due Diligence

• Third-party photos 4/21/2023
• Third-party inspection report can be found here.

Included in the sale

• 3 Keys