1969 Toyota Land Cruiser Fj40 on 2040-cars
Weston, Connecticut, United States
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Up for sale is a 1969 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 with a Chevrolet 350 Throttle Body Fuel Injected V-8. This truck was purchased a few years ago, out of Dallas, TX by the previous owner. That dry climate means it spent its life dry. It is a solid truck and has all original metal. Rust is not a problem with this truck.
The previous owner was a regular at Caffeine & Carburetors (http://) in New Canaan, CT, where the truck drew a strong crowd. Be prepared to get compliments wherever you go ...and stop. The truck is always garaged, both at home and at work, but I drive it daily, so it does have some small blemishes. It was painted Corvette Targa Blue about 2 years ago. The shine has held up nicely so it appears that they did quality work. It was also outfitted with all new emblems from Toyota, new stainless steel hood latches, new windshield latches, and a billet aluminum hood ornament. I’m a big fan of the high-visibility brake light (V8) mounted in the spare. The truck drives smooth and doesn’t behave as you might expect a 44 year-old vehicle to behave. The power steering and power disc brakes at each of the 4 corners make it effortless, smooth, and fun. It shifts easy. It tracks straight. * This truck always starts up: no hesitation; no pumping the gas (fuel injection) * 4WD works great * No structural issues * Engine Mileage: 9,200 Many upgrades: * New master/slave clutch cylinder * New starter * 4 wheel disc brakes * GM power steering * Rebuilt 1974 Toyota 4 speed transmission with a Ranger Torque Splitter for a 27% overdrive on the highway * Rebuilt 1976 4 speed transfer case * Shackle Reversal kit with 2.5" new front springs and 4" rear springs * 4 stock Toyota steel wheels and new hub caps with BF Goodrich Mud Terrain T/A (33X10.50X15 BFG KM2’s) * Pioneer stereo with auxiliary port * Custom subwoofer in Jerry Gas Can * Custom Gauges * Front Toyota bucket seats recovered with head rests * Center console (Tuffy) with lock system for storage. Included in the sale: * Full hardtop: white top panel with sides painted in matching Corvette Targa Blue * Pair of full hard-doors, painted in matching Corvette Targa Blue * Full custom soft top with bows/frame Potential for inclusion in the sale: * 5 aluminum rims with 4 Futura Dakota RVT (33X12.50X15) * Full second roll-bar * Bikini top w/ zipper-window panel for behind driver/passenger * Pair of full soft-doors (black) * Second vinyl reproduction soft-top with bows * Rear bench seat * Pair of fender flares Issues: * Fuel gauge is not accurate: shouldn’t be hard to adjust the float but I generally just fill it up at 1/2 tank, instead. * Radio is not working but should be easy to fix — haven’t had the time and the engine plays a nice tune. I really hate to sell this truck, and it’s been a difficult decision, but I’m driving further to work these days and it’s hard to justify putting those miles on this kind of vehicle. If I could keep it as a third car, I would. I’m looking to get this truck into the hands of somebody who will give it a good home and will enjoy it as much as I have. I’m hoping for a local sale so I can see it cruising around — maybe making it easier for me to buy it back down the road. Because it’s for sale locally, there’s a chance that I’ll have to end the auction early — without advanced notice or explanation. A lot of money has been put into it by myself and the previous owner. At the opening price, you’d be getting a lot of truck for your money. If possible, I encourage you to come see/drive the vehicle but, if you had to purchase it sight-unseen, you won’t be disappointed. *CLARIFICATION: This vehicle does NOT have a title (but eBay doesn't have an option for title-doesn't-exist). State of CT doesn't require a title for vehicles older than 1981. If your state differs, you can likely get a replacement issued. * Pics @ Flickr * Video @ YouTube * Featured @ Caffeine & Carburetors via GnarlyFaction I will consider all reasonable offers and I will consider trades for late-model Jeep 4-door Wranglers with low miles. I’ll answer any questions as completely and as promptly as possible. Thanks for your interest and good luck in the auction. -M |
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