40th Anniversary build nearing completion (1 Viewer)

[RKTINC]

I have not had time recently to post up a build thread with two projects in process right now. (Grand Wagoneer and 97 40th.) I just got my 40th out of the shop and cleaned up for a 4th of July show this weekend and wanted to post a quick shot.

I just finished updating my build cost spreadsheet for this thing. Wow! that was a mistake! It was $2k more than what I thought I had spent. Little things add up. As crazy as 80 prices are I think I am actually still in the money on this one. I have zero plans to sell but it is nice to have it almost done. Only item left to install are the Mosley Leather seats.

I may add a set of black sliders to finish off the underside but they are only for looks as this rig won't get dirty. The cost + shipping on those things seem high to me and I have no plans for bumper upgrades. It kind of needs a set of vintage Yakima's but it just clears my garage as it is.

1997 40th
278k miles
rust-free

 

[ColoradoCruisin]

mint.........

 

[RKTINC]

mint.........

Not really mint but for the money I have in it it should be.

 

[SoCal80series]

Very nice and clean. Nice to see a good looking unmodified 80.

 

[FMC80]

Beautiful!

 

[jchan915]

Nice rig! I just bought a 40th as well. Wondering if you have the console badge. Mine is missing :/

 

[RKTINC]

Nice rig! I just bought a 40th as well. Wondering if you have the console badge. Mine is missing :/

I have my original and have been very careful to replace it when I put the new wood kit on. I have thought about the case of replacing a missing one. I think I would try to visit a trophy shop and present photographs and measurements of the original emblems. I think a good Trophy shop has access to stainless or aluminum badges for "multi-year" plaques. Those badges come in several sizes can be engraved with modern technology to replicate the original script. A guy might spend $100+ to have it done right but I am sure it could be done an look even better than the original plastic/resin coated emblem.


I found this quote on the web at an awards/trophy shop:

"Aluminum plaques can be produced at any size, anodized in any colour, and include full colour graphics designed to your requirements. These plaques include aluminum stand-offs for mounting and can be applied flat to most indoor surfaces. Pricing is based on overall size and quantity. Please inquire for details"


I think a brushed silver aluminum plaque with rounded edges can be custom / laser engraved with today's technology and look amazing. Probably better than original.

 

[SoCal80series]

@jchan915 Found this on eBay for the console badge:

TOYOTA LANDCRUISER 80 SERIES 40TH ANNIVERSARY INTERIOR BADGE NEW GENUINE | eBay

LANDCRUISER 40 SERIES. Suits 80 series Landcruiser. 80 series Landcruiser 40th Anniversary All. 40th Anniversary badge. TOYOTA LANDCRUISER 100 SERIES 4.2 TD BADGE REAR TAILGATE 1998-2007 NEW GENUINE. Our parts also carry a 24-month Toyota Warranty so you can feel confident with every service...

www.ebay.com

 

[RKTINC]

@jchan915 Found this on eBay for the console badge:

TOYOTA LANDCRUISER 80 SERIES 40TH ANNIVERSARY INTERIOR BADGE NEW GENUINE | eBay

LANDCRUISER 40 SERIES. Suits 80 series Landcruiser. 80 series Landcruiser 40th Anniversary All. 40th Anniversary badge. TOYOTA LANDCRUISER 100 SERIES 4.2 TD BADGE REAR TAILGATE 1998-2007 NEW GENUINE. Our parts also carry a 24-month Toyota Warranty so you can feel confident with every service...

www.ebay.com

Australian model only.

 

[RKTINC]

the eBay 40th is for an Australian model only. You need a badge like this one

 

[SoCal80series]

Australian model only.

I wouldn’t know. I have a 39th anniversary edition!

 

[jchan915]

I have my original and have been very careful to replace it when I put the new wood kit on. I have thought about the case of replacing a missing one. I think I would try to visit a trophy shop and present photographs and measurements of the original emblems. I think a good Trophy shop has access to stainless or aluminum badges for "multi-year" plaques. Those badges come in several sizes can be engraved with modern technology to replicate the original script. A guy might spend $100+ to have it done right but I am sure it could be done an look even better than the original plastic/resin coated emblem.


I found this quote on the web at an awards/trophy shop:

"Aluminum plaques can be produced at any size, anodized in any colour, and include full colour graphics designed to your requirements. These plaques include aluminum stand-offs for mounting and can be applied flat to most indoor surfaces. Pricing is based on overall size and quantity. Please inquire for details"


I think a brushed silver aluminum plaque with rounded edges can be custom / laser engraved with today's technology and look amazing. Probably better than original.

Thanks for the information! Really appreciate it!

I think the previous owner replaced the wood trim with the badge. I will try to see if I can find any 40th anniversary owner will part it out.. haha

 

[RKTINC]

Seats are complete. Working on the install. The leather is fantastic. Thank you Mosley Motors! Wish I could have saved the original but they were just too far gone to ever be perfect.

 

[RKTINC]