Unfortunately as this being my first car I don't yet have the mechanical knowledge or money for a mechanic to get that rig into good running shape. Good luck with the sale though. That'll make a fantastic rig for someone!
I'm now expanding this to pretty much any land cruiser (any year) in the $4000 range. I'm also looking at 4runner's and tacomas as a possibility as well.
I think I'm going to buy this book to get started and then start going to classes once I get my feet wet. Any opinions? Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach