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I bought this earlier this year, but have to sell now (I have a great opportunity to expand my business and need to focus time and resources on that). I’m really sad to let it go, since I looked for a year before finding this truck. I wanted a 40 that was as stock and original as possible for an eventual restoration, and this was by far the best one I’d seen. This would be a good rig if you’re looking for a true, original survivor with some nice upgrades like a 2F engine and 4 speed transmission, that’s in excellent mechanical condition where most of the major work has already been done. It’s got good bones for an eventual restoration, or just drive as is. It’s really a beautiful truck.
Asking 23,000 OBO. My Collector’s Car insurance values replacement cost at between $24-29K.
Here’s a link to photos: http://s1372.photobucket.com/user/guydavis1/library/
I’m using Greg Overton’s checklist as a guide to go through the details of the truck, but feel free to pm me if I’ve missed anything or if you have any questions. Sorry in advance for the length, but I figured the more info the better.
1973 FJ40
Color: Capri Blue (looks to be original paint, but more on this later).
Mileage: Unknown, with roughly 2780 on the odometer (less than 10K on rebuilt engine).
Clear title.
Vehicle was garage kept.
Mechanical:
Rated 10 out of 10.
This was the work done by the previous owner:
Recently rebuilt 2F engine from 1985 Land Cruiser FJ60 (according to PO, rebuilt in 2012 with approx. 100K on engine, less than 10K on it since rebuild). With newer electronic ignition, starter and alternator.
Desmogged (emissions-exempt in many states because of the truck’s age; not in my state, so I use collector’s car insurance, which gives me the exemption).
H41 4 speed transmission from later FJ40, mated to original transfer case.
New exhaust system.
Rebuilt front suspension.
Rebuilt drive shafts.
New drum brakes.
15x7 Toyota chromed steel wheels from ‘80’s FJ60.
All fluids replaced/flushed by previous owner, new filters, new wiper blades.
After I got the truck, I took it to @murf, the Service Manager at Camelback Toyota in Phoenix (very highly recommended by the way). I was planning on keeping the truck for a long time, so if they said it needed something, I had it done.
Work that was completed by Toyota dealership (with full documentation and a one year warranty on parts):
5 new Yokohama Geolander AT/S Tires, 30.5x9.5x15.
Front axles and trunions rebuilt and resealed.
Front wheel bearings repacked.
Rear axles rebuilt.
Rear pinion seal replaced.
Transfer case resealed.
New radiator and coolant hoses.
New coolant overflow bottle, system flushed, replaced with red coolant.
New oil pressure sensor installed.
New charcoal canister installed.
New plugs, wires, cap, rotor.
New Warn manual hubs.
All new vacuum hoses.
1F carb rebuilt (also have 2F carb that came with rebuilt engine)
All wiring gone through and cleaned up (original owner had installed CB’s, as well as an aftermarket radio which didn’t work and which was removed. There was also an old dual battery system that wasn’t working and that was removed, as well).
New gas tank line, new gas tank relief valve.
New gas cap.
New fuel filter.
New fuel pump.
There are zero issues mechanically and absolutely no leaks. It’s in top mechanical condition and is an absolute blast to drive.
Body/Frame:
Rated 7-8 out of 10.
It looks like the original paint to me, but if it’s not, it was a really good job (I’m certainly no expert, but I can’t see any overspray, or any difference between the paint on the outside of the vehicle from the paint on the inside, which is definitely original). Also, the front bezel and top are a faded white. The reason I think it might not be original is because the rear sill has zero rust. There’s no bondo on the truck, I checked with a magnet when I bought it.
There’s the typical rust at the seams of the two rear quarter panels. There’s a tiny bit of rust on the front, driver’s side fender. There’s a tiny bit of rust on the inside, top of the right rear wheel well, but it’s minor and doesn’t go through the metal. There’s surface rust only on the frame and on the bottom of the body panels, but the condition is pretty remarkable, I think. There’s absolutely no rust on the driver or passenger floor, just worn paint.
No body or frame damage.
All original number plates and chromed and enameled badges/logos intact.
All original lights and reflectors intact and functional.
Mostly original glass all around with Toyota etching (windshield was replaced at some point).
Rear wheel wells have not been cut.
As I mentioned before, the tires are brand new.
Frame-mounted Toyota trailer hitch from Japanese Land Cruiser.
New front bumper.
Interior:
Rated 7-8 out of 10.
Previous owner had front seats re-upholstered (one of the seams in the driver’s seat is fraying a bit). He also installed new door seals.
All lights, gauges work, with the exception of the oil pressure gauge. The dealer checked the fuse and the wiring and replaced the oil pressure sensor, so it looks like it’s the gauge that’s the problem. I’m ordering a used one from Specter.
Original rear longer jump seats with lap belts, vinyl in excellent condition.
Original front and rear heaters. (The rear heater works, but it’s not connected right now—my plan was to add a Vintage AC unit, so I was going to have the original heating equipment removed.)
Original headliner, sagging a bit in the rear corners.
New front floor mats from Cruiserparts.
Dash pad looks to be original and in excellent condition (a couple of very minor tears).
The dash was cut for an after-market stereo. It wasn’t working, so I had it removed. Not sure if I was going to put another stereo in, or just a radio delete cover, so haven’t done anything with this yet. By the way, the truck still has the original, single speaker just behind the glove box.
The dash was also cut for the addition of a tachometer.
All original manuals (although they could be reprints, because they’re in such great shape). There’s also the cool little work light that plugs into the glove box.
Jack and toolbag.
History:
Not much info. There were no records that came with the sale, which was a negative for me when I was looking at it—but everything else looked so good, I decided to buy anyway. The previous owner brought the truck to CA from KS (I think) and showed it in several car shows. It was garage-kept by both and obviously well-cared for.
This rig is well on its way to being fully restored, but it’s in such great shape that it’s easy to enjoy as-is. Happy to answer any questions, take photos, etc. Thanks for looking!
Asking 23,000 OBO. My Collector’s Car insurance values replacement cost at between $24-29K.
Here’s a link to photos: http://s1372.photobucket.com/user/guydavis1/library/
I’m using Greg Overton’s checklist as a guide to go through the details of the truck, but feel free to pm me if I’ve missed anything or if you have any questions. Sorry in advance for the length, but I figured the more info the better.
1973 FJ40
Color: Capri Blue (looks to be original paint, but more on this later).
Mileage: Unknown, with roughly 2780 on the odometer (less than 10K on rebuilt engine).
Clear title.
Vehicle was garage kept.
Mechanical:
Rated 10 out of 10.
This was the work done by the previous owner:
Recently rebuilt 2F engine from 1985 Land Cruiser FJ60 (according to PO, rebuilt in 2012 with approx. 100K on engine, less than 10K on it since rebuild). With newer electronic ignition, starter and alternator.
Desmogged (emissions-exempt in many states because of the truck’s age; not in my state, so I use collector’s car insurance, which gives me the exemption).
H41 4 speed transmission from later FJ40, mated to original transfer case.
New exhaust system.
Rebuilt front suspension.
Rebuilt drive shafts.
New drum brakes.
15x7 Toyota chromed steel wheels from ‘80’s FJ60.
All fluids replaced/flushed by previous owner, new filters, new wiper blades.
After I got the truck, I took it to @murf, the Service Manager at Camelback Toyota in Phoenix (very highly recommended by the way). I was planning on keeping the truck for a long time, so if they said it needed something, I had it done.
Work that was completed by Toyota dealership (with full documentation and a one year warranty on parts):
5 new Yokohama Geolander AT/S Tires, 30.5x9.5x15.
Front axles and trunions rebuilt and resealed.
Front wheel bearings repacked.
Rear axles rebuilt.
Rear pinion seal replaced.
Transfer case resealed.
New radiator and coolant hoses.
New coolant overflow bottle, system flushed, replaced with red coolant.
New oil pressure sensor installed.
New charcoal canister installed.
New plugs, wires, cap, rotor.
New Warn manual hubs.
All new vacuum hoses.
1F carb rebuilt (also have 2F carb that came with rebuilt engine)
All wiring gone through and cleaned up (original owner had installed CB’s, as well as an aftermarket radio which didn’t work and which was removed. There was also an old dual battery system that wasn’t working and that was removed, as well).
New gas tank line, new gas tank relief valve.
New gas cap.
New fuel filter.
New fuel pump.
There are zero issues mechanically and absolutely no leaks. It’s in top mechanical condition and is an absolute blast to drive.
Body/Frame:
Rated 7-8 out of 10.
It looks like the original paint to me, but if it’s not, it was a really good job (I’m certainly no expert, but I can’t see any overspray, or any difference between the paint on the outside of the vehicle from the paint on the inside, which is definitely original). Also, the front bezel and top are a faded white. The reason I think it might not be original is because the rear sill has zero rust. There’s no bondo on the truck, I checked with a magnet when I bought it.
There’s the typical rust at the seams of the two rear quarter panels. There’s a tiny bit of rust on the front, driver’s side fender. There’s a tiny bit of rust on the inside, top of the right rear wheel well, but it’s minor and doesn’t go through the metal. There’s surface rust only on the frame and on the bottom of the body panels, but the condition is pretty remarkable, I think. There’s absolutely no rust on the driver or passenger floor, just worn paint.
No body or frame damage.
All original number plates and chromed and enameled badges/logos intact.
All original lights and reflectors intact and functional.
Mostly original glass all around with Toyota etching (windshield was replaced at some point).
Rear wheel wells have not been cut.
As I mentioned before, the tires are brand new.
Frame-mounted Toyota trailer hitch from Japanese Land Cruiser.
New front bumper.
Interior:
Rated 7-8 out of 10.
Previous owner had front seats re-upholstered (one of the seams in the driver’s seat is fraying a bit). He also installed new door seals.
All lights, gauges work, with the exception of the oil pressure gauge. The dealer checked the fuse and the wiring and replaced the oil pressure sensor, so it looks like it’s the gauge that’s the problem. I’m ordering a used one from Specter.
Original rear longer jump seats with lap belts, vinyl in excellent condition.
Original front and rear heaters. (The rear heater works, but it’s not connected right now—my plan was to add a Vintage AC unit, so I was going to have the original heating equipment removed.)
Original headliner, sagging a bit in the rear corners.
New front floor mats from Cruiserparts.
Dash pad looks to be original and in excellent condition (a couple of very minor tears).
The dash was cut for an after-market stereo. It wasn’t working, so I had it removed. Not sure if I was going to put another stereo in, or just a radio delete cover, so haven’t done anything with this yet. By the way, the truck still has the original, single speaker just behind the glove box.
The dash was also cut for the addition of a tachometer.
All original manuals (although they could be reprints, because they’re in such great shape). There’s also the cool little work light that plugs into the glove box.
Jack and toolbag.
History:
Not much info. There were no records that came with the sale, which was a negative for me when I was looking at it—but everything else looked so good, I decided to buy anyway. The previous owner brought the truck to CA from KS (I think) and showed it in several car shows. It was garage-kept by both and obviously well-cared for.
This rig is well on its way to being fully restored, but it’s in such great shape that it’s easy to enjoy as-is. Happy to answer any questions, take photos, etc. Thanks for looking!
