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[CjT1971]

I cat find a specific fj43 thread so i figured this is the best option, question is a RHD worth building?
Thanks

 

[devo]

If you build it they will come!

….and what does “worth” really mean?

 

[Living in the Past]

What year FJ43? What market is it from? I've only seen early 1960s FJ43s from Australia. That takes a big part of the RHD 40 series out mix. What condition is it in? How much did you pay? How much work can you do yourself. What are you hoping to make on it. A lot of factors need to be considered. Not just is it worth it.

 

[CjT1971]

I believe its a 73 from Australia, I have not yet bought it and im not looking to flip, its needs a lot of TLC and i was just curious if i would lose any money put in to it due to being a RHD. I came across it the other day and its the first one Ive ever seen. Its a cool rig!! Oh, Im not sure what he want$ for it either...

 

[B y r o n]

I believe its a 73 from Australia, I have not yet bought it and im not looking to flip, its needs a lot of TLC and i was just curious if i would lose any money put in to it due to being a RHD. I came across it the other day and its the first one Ive ever seen. Its a cool rig!! Oh, Im not sure what he want$ for it either...

I've never seen a car project where you didn't lose money. Except, if it is something you want and never sell. Putting money into something you want is never a loss.

 

[CjT1971]

You got that right! Thanks

 

[Living in the Past]

This is the only Australian mid wheel base I remember. Was on eBay AU. This was a 1962 model.

What year is the one your thinking of buying? Anything imported to Australia from 1/75 on would have a Q at the end of the model number.
Possible a mid wheel base imported to Australia from Japan or possibly New Zealand. Then to the US.

 

[CjT1971]

Ill need to double check,, ill let you know
thanks!!

 

[devo]

RHD 43’s I think are kind of rare in the states. Most we see are SA 43’s and they are all LHD.
From what I have seen, many 45’s and Troopies are RHD and do well once restored/built.
So I’m curious if a built/restored RHD 43 might be worth it?