- Year
- 1978
- Vehicle Model
- 40 Series
- Location
- Austin, Texas 78746 United States
- Mileage
- 61398
- Color
- Tan
$52,500 OBO
Austin, Texas
I purchased the truck in 2014 and am the third owner. The truck had already undergone restoration work by the previous owner including installation of an Aqualu aluminum tub, fiberglass removable top, and repaint in a classic Volvo beige color that fits the vintage Land Cruiser look extremely well.
The truck runs strong, starts immediately, idles smoothly, and drives very well around town. I’ve had it up to 75 mph on the highway, although like most classic FJ40s it’s happiest cruising around town or on country roads.
All major suspension and mechanical work has been completed by well-respected Land Cruiser specialty mechanics.
Recent work includes:
We simply aren’t using the truck as much as we used to and would love to see it go to someone who will enjoy it.
Happy to answer questions or provide additional photos or videos for serious buyers.
Clean Texas title in hand.
Austin, Texas
Highlights
- 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
- Third owner – owned since 2014
- Rust-resistant Aqualu aluminum tub
- Removable fiberglass hard top
- 4” Ironman suspension lift
- Disc brake conversion
- BFG All-Terrain KO2 tires (285/75R16)
- Rebuilt original carburetor
- Rebuilt alternator
- New radiator
- New gas tank, fuel pump, and fuel filter
- New oil pan
- Fresh tune-up with new fluids
- Garage kept
- Weekend cruiser for our family
Overview
This 1978 FJ40 has been a fun weekend cruiser for our family and has always been garage kept during my ownership.I purchased the truck in 2014 and am the third owner. The truck had already undergone restoration work by the previous owner including installation of an Aqualu aluminum tub, fiberglass removable top, and repaint in a classic Volvo beige color that fits the vintage Land Cruiser look extremely well.
The truck runs strong, starts immediately, idles smoothly, and drives very well around town. I’ve had it up to 75 mph on the highway, although like most classic FJ40s it’s happiest cruising around town or on country roads.
All major suspension and mechanical work has been completed by well-respected Land Cruiser specialty mechanics.
Mechanical
Original 2F inline-six engineRecent work includes:
- Rebuilt original carburetor
- Rebuilt alternator
- New radiator
- New gas tank
- New fuel pump
- New fuel filter
- New oil pan
- Fresh fluids
- Fresh tune-up
- New spark plugs
- New air filter
- New oil filter
- Valve cover gasket replaced
- Intake system refurbished
Suspension & Brakes
- 4” Ironman suspension lift
- Disc brake conversion
- Steering knuckles rebuilt
- BFG KO2 tires (285/75R16)
- Powder-coated black wagon wheels
Body & Tub
- Aqualu aluminum tub
- Fiberglass removable hard top
- Volvo beige repaint
- No structural rust
- Minor surface rust visible on some original components consistent with age
Interior
Interior is clean and very usable.- Front seats in excellent condition
- Rear bench from Cool Cruisers of Texas (CCOT)
- CCOT center console
- New interior pull handles
- New rearview mirror
- New sun visors
- New shift knob and floor boots
Stereo & Audio
Upgraded marine audio system:- Fusion marine stereo
- AM/FM / Bluetooth / SiriusXM capability
- JL Audio marine amplifier
- JL Audio wake tower speakers
- JL Audio tweeters
Additional Work Completed
- New weather stripping on doors and roof
- New OEM front turn signals
- New tail lights
- Rock guards installed
- New interior door handles
- New exterior door handles
- New rear door lock
- New battery tray/hold down
Included with the Sale
- Bestop bikini top
- Roof rack (removed so the truck fits in my garage)
- Extra tailgate from Cool Cruisers of Texas
Additional Notes
- No AC
- No power steering
- Desmogged
- Garage kept during my ownership
Why I’m Selling
We simply aren’t using the truck as much as we used to and would love to see it go to someone who will enjoy it.
Contact
Happy to answer questions or provide additional photos or videos for serious buyers.
Clean Texas title in hand.