For Sale 1988 FJ62, OME, 102k miles

It's REALLY hard to list this Land Cruiser for sale. It's become an old friend and is going to be hard to part with. For nearly 20 years I've driven/owned nearly every model of Land Cruiser and with a growing family had to settle on the best of both worlds........a capable vintage Land Cruiser.....that's also safe to carry my family of five in. The FJ62 is a nice blend of classic vintage simplicity and newer technology in that it has the indestructible straight six 3FE engine that's fuel injected, automatic transmission, and power windows and locks. This Cruiser only has 102k miles and is likely one of the lowest mileage 62's in the country. I am a purist Toyota guy and won't let anything that's not original Toyota (OEM parts) touch it.........and I don't like silly redneck modifications. (ps....not opposed to rednecks.....cuz I are one) The ONLY modifications allowable to any Land Cruiser in my humble opinion (or at least for my tastes) are a gentleman's lift (Old Man Emu) and larger tires and upgraded seats. So this one has all of the above. An Old Man Emu 2.5 inch lift is the single most sensible and wise upgrade you can make to a vintage cruiser. Not only does it put it at a height that just looks right for a Cruiser, but it removes the notorious body lean/roll and it gives it a seriously sweet/smooth ride. This one has greasable shackles making for an especially nice ride. The tires are BFG Mud Terrains and are AMAZING tires. They're a tad noisier than BFG All Terrains, but not too much. They're 33 inch tires and they fit the original rims perfectly......and like I said, they just look right on this vehicle. They have about 8-10k miles left on them before needing replacement. Lastly, regarding upgrades, are the seats. I have NEVER had a 60 or 62 over the years that wasn't especially uncomfortable.....and I think it's the lack of lumbar support. Like wearing a shoe without an arch, it just made for a bad taste driving such a nice vehicle. So these have been upgraded to some VERY comfortable, well supported.....and indestructible seats. They are a direct bolt in replacement and make for some nice comfortable daily driving around town or on long trips.

Mechanically this cruiser is in top form. I've taken it on long trips with no problems at all.....ever. It has operated flawlessly and I would say it's as reliable as a Camry. I'm meticulous about maintenance and I know these vehicles stem to stern. Cosmetically, the paint is original and there is no rust at all. The carpet, headliner, dash, etc are all in exceptional condition. The radio/speakers/antennae all work like they did in 1988. It shifts VERY smoothly and can very easy maintain 70 plus on the interstate. AC blows super cold and heater is toasty (has factory rear seat heater as well). Also has a receiver hitch.

I'm not negotiable on the price at all. Not a haggler or a game player.......just an honest guy selling a great and rare old Cruiser. Please let me know if you have any questions. Also, I would consider trading for a nice FJ40 that's 75 or newer.

Thanks for looking. Feel free to call if you have questions or trade ideas. I have lots of pictures so email if you'd like to see more.

Ben
903-274-7484
Greenville, TX

 

[bmgraw]

jpsfj60, I sold the 62 for what I was asking. And I had three people who were very interested in it if it didn't sell to the gentleman who drove it home today. Like I said before, there are some out there, like me, who will pay a premium for something with low miles and original paint and no cancer.

I seriously LOVE seeing a modded cruiser on the road.......I think they actually do increase my testosterone levels.....just SEEING them drive down the road. And I know you can sink some serious money in one "building" it up. For me though, I like them original and I find they're more valuable/sell-able than the modded ones.

I know I took a risk (and frankly a beating) for listing it on this site. Most who frequent this site are more interested in modded cruisers. I get that.....and I'll take my beating (and $19400) and sign off for now.

Ben

oh, KG Cruiser, those are Procar Scat seats. VERY comfortable and VERY nice marine-grade vinyl. I didn't find it sticky and plastic-y like cheap stuff. A really well built seat that would be a good platform for leather if someone wanted to have them recovered.

 

[Off Duty]

Congrats on the sale.
I wish I had the $$$$ to afford a pristine cruiser.
Since I don't, I have to look and drool, and work on my old 89 beater.

May I ask which model Procar's please?
I've been looking for something that bolts in.

Thank you and again, congrats.

OD

 

[bmgraw]

OD, they're Procar Elite 1100 (I think). Great seats.....my original hardware bolted right onto them.

Ben

 

[Off Duty]

Thanks again Ben.

 

[LakeNorman_FJ40]

If you don't mind, where all did you list it for sale?

My pristine 112K mile, rust free, ALL books and records FJ60 is, unfortunately, about to be listed for sale too.

Thanks.

 

[bmgraw]

LakeNorman_FJ40,

Posted it here and Craigslist. Good luck with the sale of yours.

Ben