New to the FJ world- where to start? What year FJ40?

[wickedfj]

It started with a want for a jeep, then moved to a new FJ and has now moved to older FJ40's. I need basic questions about models, options and looks. From what I can see, they all look pretty similar from 65-79? What year is the best? SBC swap seems to be pretty common, is it worth it? Found these two on local craigslist, seems to be a big price difference? 1972 Land Cruiser FJ40 1965 fj 40 land cruiser

What are these things worth? Things to look for when buying?

 

[7mag]

https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-seri...uestions-***-f-q-***-updated-28-jul-09-a.html

https://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-seri...j-40-fj-40-b-u-y-e-r-s-g-u-i-d-e-***-f-q.html

 

[SouthBostonFJ40]

Turn off your computer and go buy the white one for around $4K. Then come back and ask some questions. You will be miles ahead of the game if you buy something rust free.

 

[JohnnyC]

i agree with alex...the 1965 looks like a good one....center vent windshield...corregated hardtop...


and rust free.... nice....get it and ask what to do next

 

[jfrench]

Sage advice...

...from all who replied above. Take it from someone who didn't do enough homework BEFORE purchasing.

 

[subzali]

Check out the FAQ at the top of this forum - lots of good info.

 

[fj hunter]

i've owned a few ...

fj's. the metal in the 65 to 69's seems better to me. although enviroment has a significant part to play.

my keeper DD is a 69. I have it set up to DD and to trail. I don't mess with fluff, or worry about stock stuff.

if it works, i use it. I will say that the 75's and newer are the worst for rust that you can find. i am just amazed at how my fj40-1/69 holds together compared to the 75's and on.

best of blessing on your journey. post up pics when you get seated.

ps. the 65 looks real nice. with a bit of care, it should be rust free for a good long time.