Any gurus want to look at an FJ40 in Fountain Hills with me? (1 Viewer)

[brian az]

My dad had a FJ40 when I was in high school and I loved that thing. I’m now in the market for one, but I’d like an expert opinion before I pull the trigger.

 

[Arizona Jeff]

I live in ftn hills. I’ll give you my opinion. Text me at 480.205.1150. I can look at it today if you want

 

[Living in the Past]

I see one on Craigslist for sale in Fountain Hills. It is the 69 for $64K your going to look at?

 

[brian az]

I see one on Craigslist for sale in Fountain Hills. It is the 69 for $64K your going to look at?

I wish I had the budget. No, it’s this one:

https://classics.autotrader.com/classic-cars/1972/toyota/land_cruiser/101151078

@Arizona Jeff looked at it with me today. Thanks again, Jeff!

 

[Rudster]

What were your thoughts on it?

 

[Honger]

Yeah, looks like a pretty honest truck from the pics and ad...

 

[Arizona Jeff]

If someone is looking for a frame off restoration project this might be a candidate. It runs. The tranny makes noise in 3rd gear. Guessing original F motor with 3 speed. Surface rust on the frame and undercarriage. No rust through.

 

[Living in the Past]

If someone is looking for a frame off restoration project this might be a candidate. It runs. The tranny makes noise in 3rd gear. Guessing original F motor with 3 speed. Surface rust on the frame and undercarriage. No rust through.

If the body is original and rust free would be a great starting point. Few pictures in the ad can't tell if the tub has been repaired or still original. Three speed noise wouldn't even be a consideration in the purchase. Have one I keep tripping over in a garage. Rust on the other hand could be a deal killer.