Hello IH8MUD Community,
I bought a 1969 FJ40 with a 350 crate motor about a year back. Original a CA vehicle so body is pretty nice. I was told the PO used it to drive on the infield of NASCAR events. It had a Chevy bow-tie emblem on the front and a nice assortment of Harley Davidson and Dale Earnhardt stickers, and a lovely flame job on the hood
. PO said the 350 had less than 500 miles on it (although I cannot verify this, PO seemed like a very reputable guy). It has Edelbrock Headers and a Holley Carb. Factory 3-Speed. The tub and body panels are solid with only slight rust. I purchased a hardtop, back hatch and doors that are also in good condition, very little rust and no rot.
I removed the body panels (fenders, bib, hood, gas tank, seats). I also removed the gauge cluster, switches and wiring harness, mirrors, windshield wiper motor and steering arm. Power steering was added by the PO also. Luckily, none of the bolts broke and disassembly was fairly uneventful. I removed all the bolts holding the body tub to the frame, with the exception of the two under the bumper. They required a wobble adapter which I have since acquired but have not taken the time to remove the final two.
My initial plan was to have the body and frame spit media blasted, primed and then painted. While it pains me to do so, I don't think I have the time to dedicate to finishing the project. I am in the process of getting a new company off the ground and I just don't have the time see this project through.
I know we all love pics, so here are a bunch!
https://photos.app.goo.gl/WTUysTvp9qhSnNfU2
Parts also included:
My asking price is $9,500. I would however also be open to trades for a later model Land Cruisers or possibly a 4 runner. It would need to be more of a daily driver rather than a mudder or project. I know that's a broad range, but feel free to send me what you have to offer. I like them all!
Thanks!!
PS- I would also appreciate any advice on the listing. I will eventually go the craigslist/ebay route but thought I'd post here first.
I bought a 1969 FJ40 with a 350 crate motor about a year back. Original a CA vehicle so body is pretty nice. I was told the PO used it to drive on the infield of NASCAR events. It had a Chevy bow-tie emblem on the front and a nice assortment of Harley Davidson and Dale Earnhardt stickers, and a lovely flame job on the hood
. PO said the 350 had less than 500 miles on it (although I cannot verify this, PO seemed like a very reputable guy). It has Edelbrock Headers and a Holley Carb. Factory 3-Speed. The tub and body panels are solid with only slight rust. I purchased a hardtop, back hatch and doors that are also in good condition, very little rust and no rot. I removed the body panels (fenders, bib, hood, gas tank, seats). I also removed the gauge cluster, switches and wiring harness, mirrors, windshield wiper motor and steering arm. Power steering was added by the PO also. Luckily, none of the bolts broke and disassembly was fairly uneventful. I removed all the bolts holding the body tub to the frame, with the exception of the two under the bumper. They required a wobble adapter which I have since acquired but have not taken the time to remove the final two.
My initial plan was to have the body and frame spit media blasted, primed and then painted. While it pains me to do so, I don't think I have the time to dedicate to finishing the project. I am in the process of getting a new company off the ground and I just don't have the time see this project through.
I know we all love pics, so here are a bunch!
https://photos.app.goo.gl/WTUysTvp9qhSnNfU2
Parts also included:
- I scored a very nice pair of factory front seats from a fellow Mud member that had new cushions and covers from Specter.
- New OEM style gas tank from CCOT.
- American Autowire Highway 22 wiring kit (these are pricey!!)
- Front vent drain tubes and weatherstripping
- New windshield wiper switch
- Complete hardtop weatherstripping kit
My asking price is $9,500. I would however also be open to trades for a later model Land Cruisers or possibly a 4 runner. It would need to be more of a daily driver rather than a mudder or project. I know that's a broad range, but feel free to send me what you have to offer. I like them all!
Thanks!!
PS- I would also appreciate any advice on the listing. I will eventually go the craigslist/ebay route but thought I'd post here first.
