Hi All,
First time poster (and buyer), but long time lurker. I've found a 1977 FJ40 that I'm very interested in, seller is asking $23k. I would plan to have a pre-purchase inspection conducted, but before I engage with the seller further, I wanted to poll the group to see if anyone has any advice, words of caution or other input. I've attached a few photos and description below. The rust I mention below is visible in the interior photo. I greatly appreciate any input.
Thanks,
-NEOK-
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- Right hand drive
- New tires, 4.2L inline 6, 3 speed trans
- Mileage unknown
- Restoration 3 years ago by an autobody shop
- New carburetor installed and some general mechanical parts replaced (brakes, steering components, etc.). Basic things to make it safe to put a loved one in and operate on a public road.
- Small amount of rust around the roof line; no other rust is visible.
First time poster (and buyer), but long time lurker. I've found a 1977 FJ40 that I'm very interested in, seller is asking $23k. I would plan to have a pre-purchase inspection conducted, but before I engage with the seller further, I wanted to poll the group to see if anyone has any advice, words of caution or other input. I've attached a few photos and description below. The rust I mention below is visible in the interior photo. I greatly appreciate any input.
Thanks,
-NEOK-
***
- Right hand drive
- New tires, 4.2L inline 6, 3 speed trans
- Mileage unknown
- Restoration 3 years ago by an autobody shop
- New carburetor installed and some general mechanical parts replaced (brakes, steering components, etc.). Basic things to make it safe to put a loved one in and operate on a public road.
- Small amount of rust around the roof line; no other rust is visible.