Builds Classic Cruiser Giveaway #1 - 1978 FJ40

[1000Taco0001]

Alright guys, that's a wrap on this sweepstakes entry period! Thank you so much for all those who entered! We will hear back from the sweepstakes company on or before 2/10/20 and we will blast it everywhere when we know the winner is! It's been such an amazing journey. We can't thank the guys at Legend 4x4 enough for all the blood, sweat, (and probably tears haha) that went into this build. It really is just gorgeous. And not just that, it's a runner. That's one crisp 2F! Here's some shop pics with the hard-top on. We will likely get some better outdoor photos of it and when we do I'll share them here as well!

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Keep your eyes peeled for our next awesome projects we have cooking up!
Thank you everyone!!

www.CruiserGear.co

So who won?

 

[cruisergear]

So who won?

We are working with the potential winner today. We can't announce it as official until he verifies his age and signs a release giving us permission to share his name. But that should happen within the next 4-5 hours. Can't wait!!!

 

[Crush 4]

We are working with the potential winner today. We can't announce it as official until he verifies his age and signs a release giving us permission to share his name. But that should happen within the next 4-5 hours. Can't wait!!!

It’s ok to say my name I’ll fly out tomorrow to get it !!!!

 

[Varty Yo]

So by 4-5hrs you meant 48-72hrs?

 

[cruisergear]

So by 4-5hrs you meant 48-72hrs?

Woops I knew I was forgetting something! Here's a link to the main announcement on our social media:
AND THE WINNER IS......

Everyone meet the new owner is the Cruiser Gear Legend Giveaway FJ40!

Joe Arellano of Houston Texas!

 

[krice118]

Congrats!
Definitely a little jealous but I’m excited for the winner!

Really cool giveaway Cruiser gear, 4x4 Legend and the sponsors. Thanks guys this has been fun to watch.

 

[cruisergear]

Congrats!
Definitely a little jealous but I’m excited for the winner!

Really cool giveaway Cruiser gear, 4x4 Legend and the sponsors. Thanks guys this has been fun to watch.

So glad you enjoyed it! Stay tuned for Cruiser Gear's next giveaway coming very soon!

 

[JohnnyC]

Is “Joe the cruiser winner” a mud member?

Did you force him to sign a pledge to join Mud?

Or at least recommend the Mud family to him?

 

[Yoda4run]

Is “Joe the cruiser winner” a mud member?

Did you force him to sign a pledge to join Mud?

Or at least recommend the Mud family to him?

He is now!!!!
Yoda4run - winner of the CCG#1 here. I was just made aware of the build thread on the Cruiser Gear FJ40 on iH8Mud. Have always resorted to this site in the past for helpful tips and tricks when tinkering with repairs on my Tacoma and FJ80.

 

[Yoda4run]

He is now!!!!
Yoda4run - winner of the CCG#1 here. I was just made aware of the build thread on the Cruiser Gear FJ40 on iH8Mud. Have always resorted to this site in the past for helpful tips and tricks when tinkering with repairs on my Tacoma and FJ80.

Here she is in the garage.

 

[FJCowboy]

Here she is in the garage.
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Looks great and congratulations. What is in the driveway? Good to know it went to a true Yoda soul.

 

[Yoda4run]

Looks great and congratulations. What is in the driveway? Good to know it went to a true Yoda soul.

Much appreciated.
Parked in the background behind the 40 is my 97 taco.

 

[cruisergear]

He is now!!!!
Yoda4run - winner of the CCG#1 here. I was just made aware of the build thread on the Cruiser Gear FJ40 on iH8Mud. Have always resorted to this site in the past for helpful tips and tricks when tinkering with repairs on my Tacoma and FJ80.

HEY JOE! Glad to see you on Mud!

 

[cruisergear]

Modified 1974 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40

Bid for the chance to own a Modified 1974 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #42,298.

bringatrailer.com

Looks like the person who bought it From Joe a few months ago is selling it on BAT. If anyone is interested! Current bid $35k

 

[Yoda4run]

Modified 1974 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40

Bid for the chance to own a Modified 1974 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #42,298.

bringatrailer.com

Looks like the person who bought it From Joe a few months ago is selling it on BAT. If anyone is interested! Current bid $35k

I am not going to lie, I am sad to see it up for sale again.

 

[1000Taco0001]

I am not going to lie, I am sad to see it up for sale again.

Me too, taxes on winning a rig can sneak up on you. Gotta be prepared to pay. (Not saying that’s why it’s being sold, could be any number of terrible COVID reasons, etc). I’m sad too, it’s a beautiful rig.

 

[FJCowboy]

I am not going to lie, I am sad to see it up for sale again.

Me as well, but understand everyone has their own reasons for buying/selling. I hope it does well as it is a beautiful well-built rig. I'm following on BaT and we shall see.

 

[Yoda4run]

You are correct in having to pay Uncle Sam his share, which was not the issue. Legend4x4 and CruiserGear have honestly been standup guys and I continue to buy and support their small businesses. My wife keeps saying, “you know you can not win again” which is our running joke, but I do in fact like CruiserGears products. Hopefully it’s potential new owner will dial it in and enjoy the nostalgia of this rig.

 

[fireball]

Why did you decide to sell the truck?

 

[Yoda4run]

Day before it was delivered to its new owner. Shined up well.