For Sale 1985 LT1 v8 powered FJ60 - New York

SOLD!!!! Up for sale is a 1985 Toyota FJ60 originally Texas/so cal truck until year 2000. Transplanted with a 1995 Chevy LT1 in 1998.This has been my daily driver for over 10 years. 1 previous owner who was a jet propulsion engineer and did the conversion for his wife.
I love this truck it has served me well – there is no better utilitarian truck out there than a 60 - sorry 80's guys-may have to go to therapy when it leaves but I just can't have 3 trucks in my life anymore – bought a real nice 80 and it is very difficult to look at both- the body lines and cool factor of the 60 just crushes the 80 and is roomier – - I had to repost
Thanks for all the cool trade offers guys but if I didn't have trucks, boats and bikes I would be surely keeping this-
$4,700
Loated in Piermont, NY 10968 on NY/NJ boarder
70 plus photos at

Pictures by skintunes - Photobucket


Comes with lots of stuff
Unfortunately the 1/4s and fenders have rusted over the the last 3 year's due to exposure to liqud calcium chloride they have been laying down here last couple of years

I know I've forgot a lot- this truck is my buddy

the goods:
284 k on the clock
Desert sand White/blue/grey interior
1995 Chevy 350 LT1 from z28 has approx 120k Miles now
Swap done when the body had about 190K
OBDII - all FSM's /conversion notes
4L60E trans rebuilt less than 10k ago - all receipts
New Rad and trans cooler

Advance adapter to Split transfer / VSS active and functional - cruise worls - shifts beautiful
Custom 3' exhaust
Custom grey carpet storage platform –accordians to cover entire area for camping/sleeping when rear seat goes forward
FJ62 auto gear selector/Chevy fact on steering shroud cruise control
PCM flash/shift kit/Vats disabled
Dash and glass perfect

Auburn limited slip in rear new bearings/ujoints/10 k ago - all receipts
Xfer rebuilt wile apart for trans
New rad, optispark , brake master, Walbro race fuel pump on pass rail
Sony cd/mp3
Tinted windows
Wet Okole seat covers-
Wilderness Safari rack orig designed for FJ40 with cust mt bike racks
31 x 10.5/15 BFG all terrains 50+ % tread on stock chromes
2" receiver hitch
custom front diamond plate bumper w/ PIAA 520's
IPF H4 conversion
Extended shackles
KYB up front/Air shocks in back- shraeder on step bumper
Roadmaster RAS sway/wrap up control springs on rear leafs
FJ62 style mirrors in black
Tint 20% fronts 5% all rears some scratches inside windows from equipment


Ziebart rust protection when moved to NY hat liquid calcium stuff
Inner Front fenders are fixable at mudflap area. Have all stock flaps- Pass front not on truck at moment
Original paint no body work
Rust area where zero rust/rustolem for winter protection- band aid fix – no time to cut out

doors, tail gate and hatch in great shape
front seats torn by dog hence the covers which make em look/feel new
rear is stock small tear in center under back
factory mats- carpets and panels/headliner all in terrific shape
A/C converted to 134 but needs charge
Small crack in right exhaust manifold - seals it self at operating temps Have brand new spare and gasket to fix
Passenger door lock missing- someone tried to break in in NYC- has plug in it

Complete Knuckle/seal kit - was planning to do but it is not urgent and spare Xfer rebuild kit comes w/ this truck as do many other spares

This is without a doubt one of the fastest, best handling 60 you have ever driven- Synthetic fluids only,


New rear wheel cyl/axle seal but drums need adjust- E-brake needs svc.
Would I drive it anywhere- yes... It is still onroad for time being and can be driven
best email is skintunes@verizon.net

 

[shmukster]

skintunes

I can tell you that I have dealt with skintunes in the past and he was upfront, honest, and accommodating in our dealing. Were it not for the price of gas these days I'd probably have bought his 60. My two cents here from real experience, not conjecture.

I've bought several vehicles that were listed on Mud over the years and before making any commitment I make sure all the details are nailed down. I'd advise any potential buyer/seller to do the same. Disappointments happen but they can be minimized if not almost completely eliminated by addressing all foreseeable issues ahead of time. Shmukster

 

[skintunes]

As a matter of fact I informed Shmukster he could drive home on my tags and insurance 200+ miles and send the tag back--- because we have established something have dealt with each other and are long time members and cruiser lover's .
Hell- would you even fly 1000 miles spend $1000 to see a member of your family without physically calling them-
I guess i'm old school- still hate when girls text me... pick up the phone- no room for miscommunication or misinterpretation

 

[woytovich]

I too have dealt with skintunes before. I have known him since 1999, I have wheeled with him. I have seen this truck he is selling and, like shmukster, I have considered buying it. He can be trusted.

I don't know what happened here but if I were going to take the time and spend the money to fly somewhere to get a truck I would have the details solidly in place beforehand. I have bought trucks that were within driving distance - still needing to coordinate a ride there and all the details of seeing, buying and getting the truck home - and even THAT is a significant operation.

Over a holiday weekend? Having to deal with DMV to get tags? Then needing to drive 30+ hours through 6-7 states?

I hope this works out for all involved.

 

[skintunes]

Gas prices are dropping- and it gets better mileage than most cruiser's and faster than some porsches - get this before it goes to EBAY - Figured someone here would appreciate it- never ever saw one like it

 

[spdwaver]

This is a really good deal for a swap. I can not believe this hasn't sold yet, and too bad I need the seating of an 80.

 

[Brunt Force Trauma]

would it pass cali smog?

 

[Lickys60]

I might be interested in that rig - just saw it on here for the first time today. I am an occasional site visitor with a 1982 FJ60, safari-style, and a Vortec and 4L60 sitting in the garage now, contemplating the conversion process. I live in the Seattle area, emissions won't be an issue for that age of rig in WA. You can contact me at EricLAdman@gmail.com if you would like, & I will e-mail you my phone number.

 

[skintunes]

I think the Vortec5.7/4l60 is The setup- They weren't around at the time and the LT1 was The setup-This combo is SO fun to drive- dialed in w/ the limited slip rear you will laugh your ass off- prob could do an 11 sec 1/4 mile - Emissions won't be a problem- it is reg and titled as a 6cyl here in NY -doesn't go on the machines here any more but passed w/ flying colors compared to 2f- still has a cat on int-people have been calling and driving and saying how over the top it is-I want cruiser folks to get this which is why I have not posted elsewhere. If you want 80 seating i will give you the jumpseats from mine as i am trying to "lighten" up that ride

 

[woytovich]

If I had the means I would grab this up... even if I was going to just swap the drivetrain into MY 60 this is still a good deal... you can't even do the v8 conversion for this $... especially one done as nice as this one.

 

[lt1fire]

would it pass cali smog?

Not unless the gas tank from the camaro was swapped in also along with all the other emission requirements



Damn if I had a little coin I would buy this in a heartbeat would be nice to hear an lt1 again (sure do miss that firebird) hence my screen name if anyone cares

 

[lt1fire]

what kind of mileage does it get..... I imagine that near 20 is easily possible with a little tweaking.

 

[skintunes]

I still don't think you would see 20 with a truck this heavy- did you ever see 20 from yourFbird??? maybe at 55-60 - just very hard to do those speeds- when half throttle pops you to 80mph. going back to a straight 6 in the 80 i picked up is like switching to a new girlfriend with no personality or sex appeal

 

[lt1fire]

I still don't think you would see 20 with a truck this heavy- did you ever see 20 from yourFbird??? maybe at 55-60 - just very hard to do those speeds- when half throttle pops you to 80mph. going back to a straight 6 in the 80 i picked up is like switching to a new girlfriend with no personality or sex appeal

I saw damn near 30 in my bird but that was with a .50 6th gear....

 

[skintunes]

Truck is sold- en route to Pennsyltucky
to a good owner - I will miss her-like a best friend/dog
thanks for all the interest

 

[titanpat57]

Damn...

Reading this thread, before I get to bottom thinking..hmm..maybe you let me know where your at...I'm working right around the corner in Sparkill...lol



Glad it found a good home