SOLD 1983 Land Cruiser BJ42 LX- 5sp, 4 cyl diesel, AC, PS Rare (1 Viewer)

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FOR SALE: I'm selling my recently restored 1983 BJ42 LX. Oklahoma City, OK

Link to 160+ Detailed Photos

http://photobucket.com/1983BJ42LX

Link to 12 minute HD Video on YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAeZfCcrlpA

You really are looking at one of the nicest and rarest Toyota Land Cruisers in the World. Imported from Australia, it has undergone a detailed restoration. This is a true collector gem, but is able to be driven anywhere in the world. Restoration assistance was provided by one of the master restoration companies in the United States- Cruiser Corps. This truly historic vehicle is for the distinct individual who wants to own an icon in the automotive world. I am the third owner of this Land Cruiser and the father to its detailed restoration.
The BJ42LX Land Cruisers are coveted by enthusiasts and collectors and introduce even rarer and desired features. These include a fuel efficient, run forever factory diesel engine which is where the “BJ” rather than “FJ” model prefix originates. However, the LX trim offers much more upgraded features including many upgrades in appearance and styling inside and out. On the outside you have the pronounced “LX” emblems, the iconic triple intermittent windshield wipers, rear sliding windows, and front pop out window vents. On the inside it shares little with the classic FJ40 or BJ42. The LX has detailed body panels and trim that offer styling and noise reduction. All the factory seams and bolts are covered with factory trip and panels including the rear doors. Factory carpet was added for additional style, noise reduction and temperature control. A factory tachometer, two interior lights that come on when doors are opened and heavy duty sun visors are some of the exclusive features. The most notable upgrade to the LX is the exclusive zebra brown striped seating for six that allows you to take the entire family to the trail or car show.
The 1983 BJ42LX was never sold in the United States due to Diesel emissions and it had only a small production run of 3 years- From 1982 to 1984- which was end of worldwide production for the FJ40 platform. The 5-speed transmission and full floating rear axle was only offered in 1983 and 1984 and very few were configured and sold with factory Air Conditioning and Factory Power Steering. Combined, this equates to a very rare Land Cruiser with only 113,275 miles (six digit odometer, so no rollovers). It is so rare that even the leading restoration and parts companies in the US have never even seen one configured with the 5 Speed, Factory Power Steering and Factory Air Conditioning. It truly may be one of only a few to exist today.

There were only two bubbles under the paint that had to be restored under the side and rear windows. When removing the interior rear brown trim molding, there were two spots of rust on the vertical trim rails behind the moldings- each about 1 inch in length on either side. These were cut out and replaced with a donor rail parts as a part of the restoration work done by Cruiser Corps Restoration. These were blasted and painted with the rest of the body.
Additional steps have been taken to prevent any rust from attacking this rare classic including POR15 undercoating and Ziebart inside Door and Frame Sealant. See link to learn more at Ziebart dot com. http://www.ziebart.com/protection/rust_protection/

Here is a breakdown of features:
  • 4 Cylinder Factory 3B Diesel Engine (30-33 MPG)
  • Toyota Factory 5 Speed Transmission (75 MPH at 2200 RPM)
  • Factory Tachometer
  • Toyota Factory Air
  • Toyota Factory Power Steering
  • Full Floating Rear Axle
  • Sliding Rear Window
  • Pop out front glass window vents
  • Factory seating for six
  • Original Jack and Tool Kit
  • Upgrade Factory Sun Visors, Factory Clock
  • Triple Windshield Wipers
  • Original Zebra Striped Seat Brown and off white Seat Upholstery- Seats 6 with seatbelts
  • Extensive Brown and offwhite interior trim
  • Factory color 532- Yellow
  • Factory 12v Power System (not hard to work with 24v systems on most)
Specific upgrades include the following:


  • New Iron Man Suspension, Springs, Nitrox Shocks and Lift
  • New Toyota Wheel and Hub Covers
  • New BFG 33x10.5x15 Mud Terrains TA with lifetime replacement warranty
  • New Headliner
  • Factory Radio- Hard to find- reconditioned including interior backlight,etc
  • All new paint inside and out.
  • Fiberglass Top Sealed on edges with fiberglass before repaint (popular modification)
  • POR undercoating
  • Ziebart Rust Preventer on all doors and door frames
  • New Front Bumper
  • New Heater Core, Heater Valve and Heater Rebuild
  • New factory match rear carpet (Brown outdoor carpet)
  • Re-dyed interior including all Vinyl Seating trim, Plastic moldings, visors, door panels. New Seating Foam and springs for Drivers seat
  • New Emblems and Factory Decals
  • All new filters, fluids and Glow Plugs
  • Interstate Battery
I am sure I have forgotten several things. Over 300 hours in restoration.


Note- Odometer is in Kilometers- 182,280 KM = 113,264 Miles. VIN number won't work in eBay due to import. All matching VIN # BJ42005463. August 1983 Production. Austrailan Compliance Tag Matching.

This vehicle listed locally and may end at any time. Serious inquiries only please. Get permission from spouse and have finances before bidding please.

Always happy to let any one come and inspect or test drive the vehicle. I am also glad to help with shipping arrangements, meet with inspector, or pick you up at the airport if you want fly in and inspect it. Near Oklahoma City, OK.- Price is $39,999.
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It gets 30 to 35 but I've only put one tank through it since it get such good mileage.

Using my iPhone gps it gets 75 in 5th gear on flat land
 
Please post more interior pics here from your eBay ad so after it sells and the eBay link is gone we always have a record on Mud of the super cool options you've got on this rare cruiser.

Here are a few more BJ42LX "porn":
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Few more-
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Few more pics for those who PMd me for them to be posted here. Love the original Toyota Air Conditioning Decal on the rear window.
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Here are more features from the actual Austrailian Brochure and a pic or two more. Pretty wild on eBay. Almost 2,100 views in 3 days with 4 days to go.
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FJFJFJ RE: Your beautiful BJ2 LX

Hello BTUMAN,,,,,,,,,,I have seen your bj42 lx on mud but also just saw it on ebay. Good luck on your sale. I love the all stock restore. My 1980 BJ41 runs near perfect and great fuel mileage to boot. Have attached a few pics. I left you a message on your ebay sale as well. Again, good luck. Anyone with the extra money would never go wrong owning your cruiser. Best, fjfjfj / Globalvu3nn3
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Thanks FJFJFJ. Love your collection of Land Cruisers and thanks for clarifying that the Diesels are legal in California. I've added a few more pictures- one of the Austrailia Compliance Tag.
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Great rig BTUMan, I actually posted a link to it here on mud....

My wife loves 40's, saw this and wants it. Trade you for an 80, 81, and my first born!

GLWS,

Doug
 
Hmmm tempting. Throw in a sack full of cash and maybe we have a deal.
 
BTUMAN said:
Yeah...I'm thinking the same think Should have gone for at least $40k. Maybe he will back out. Any better offers? PM me.

I recall the $50k number being bandied around by a few in the "know" about that rig six months ago, with the notation that "in normal economic times" it'd be possible for it to bring.

Offered my wife and kids, organs, and FJC already. Have little else due to the distance from normal economic times we currently are in OK.

Hope it works out. I'll keep the Cruiser porn pics since its one of my favorites.
 
Dude said his 2 yr old bid on it and is backing out. Ha. Good.

So taking offers. PM me.
 
It seems a little odd that the winning bidder had 0 feedback and you were looking for better offers so quick.
 
Really. Wow. They guy was real. Since you are questioning my integrity, see below.

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