Possible Rare Landcruiser Find

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I don't post much here. lurk mostly, but I know this is where the local AZ Landcruiser enthusiasts hang out.

This will be vague, on the verge of clueless, but I'll try anyway.

While surfing the local salvage yards for parts this morning I found an early model Landcruiser. I know almost nothing about LC's, but it's the model I see often referred to as "The Iron Pig".

The full size version, with a narrow grill and round headlights. Killer tan and gold/beige color. Has historic plates, some ancient winch and a gnarly rear tube bumper. Everything else looks basically stock.

Anyway, it's in very reasonable condition on the outside, needs interior work. I have no idea what is missing, but it seemed like it just arrived. I asked the attendant what they knew about it.. which was basically nothing. They thought it might be for sale or to be parted out... or worse.

It's located at "Pull A Part", Broadway and 25th Ave. I thought someone here might be interested in the vehicle or be the first one there for parts. I don't have a number to verify, but guessing it's still there.

For what it's worth.
 
someone get down there before they get on the internet and find out what they're worth!!!
 
I'm hoping to do a drive by at lunch. Will let you know how it looks.
 
I could not locate said Pig. I stopped by both Pick A Part and Pull It. The attendents looked at me like I had a third eye when I said 4 door Land Cruiser. If it was out front in plain view then it's long gone. If it was hidden in the back then it may still be there. Too hot to do a yard search in work clothes.

It appears Clay may have claimed it. If so we need details . . . . .
 
I cant believe I'm revealing my lack of total LC knowledge but I've been an FJ40-45-55 nut and 40 owner since I was 13 and I'd never heard the "Pig" nomenclature until this last year on these forums. Clue me in guys -- why are they called pigs?
 
'Cause they're about at cute as a hog. A big honkin' hog.

-Spike
 
I think they're... uh.... "cuter" than the 40 - so unique! I think I'm always gonna want one - esp now that I know all the engine tricks from my 40. oh wait a sec, twice as much metal to rust? nevermind
 
rrright -- you AZ native cruisers make me sick!!! I need a whole new rear sill. Although I do admit, the rust kinda went into hibernation once I moved here.
 
It was at the "Pull A Part", Broadway and 25th, right as you walked in.

It was a new arrival... so it wouldn't be hard to imagine that it has been sold.

Hopefully it went to a good home.
 
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