I am considering buying a 1986 FJ62 from Landcruiser Restorations out of Belle Plaine, Kansas and need a little advice:
1) Has anyone heard of Landcruiser Restorations? Do they have a good reputation?
2) Someone cautioned me to stay away from South American imported FJs because it is hard to tell who owned it and how they took care of the vehicle. When I asked the owner of the company, he said the vehicle did not have a VIN, so how do I know what the heck I am getting into. Is there any way to tell if this truck is in good shape other than going to the shop and driving it myself? Should I set up a pre-purchase inspection, or will that not catch everything that could be wrong with the truck?
Thanks for your help!
1) Has anyone heard of Landcruiser Restorations? Do they have a good reputation?
2) Someone cautioned me to stay away from South American imported FJs because it is hard to tell who owned it and how they took care of the vehicle. When I asked the owner of the company, he said the vehicle did not have a VIN, so how do I know what the heck I am getting into. Is there any way to tell if this truck is in good shape other than going to the shop and driving it myself? Should I set up a pre-purchase inspection, or will that not catch everything that could be wrong with the truck?
Thanks for your help!