Sell or Part out '81 FJ60?? Can't decide

[Nedshead]

I can't decide what to do with my old FJ60. Rust is to bad for me to keep it as a daily driver and I can't keep as a trail rig. Still runs like a champ at 180000 miles and alot of newer mechanical parts in the last few years -like, Radiator, Heater, front knuckles rebuilt, Power Brake booster, MC, Etc... Just bought an '87 FJ60 that needs nothing...Yet .... Any suggestions welcome. Located in NorthWest Colorado. Pics attached.

John

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[gulp3000]

I'd try selling it whole. Parting can be a long and labor intense process. I would bet there's someone on here or Pirate looking for a mechanically sound rig with a body that's begging for chopping into some new configuration.

 

[srplus]

you will regret getting rid of it

just as soon as you need another radiator or engine or transmission or... you get the picture - you will regret getting rid of it... buy a good tarp / car cover for it so it does not look so ugly LOL

 

[Nedshead]

I know..... If I had the room I'd keep it. It's so pretty looking....thats a 10 year old paint job- never been washed. Most of the major items that wear out have been replaced on my '87. If the tranny goes in the '87 its getting a 5-speed. If the Engine goes, I'm thinking Diesel.

 

[import silvia]

Couple of things to consider.
Time - do you have the time to pull apart and price each part asked for?
Priceing - Spending 2 hours to pull off a $10 part isn't cost effective
Location - Are you near lots of cruzah heads or lots of easy shipping opportunities?
Remains - what are you goona do with a 7 rusted body panels, 3 tires, a cracked dash, and a frame?

And in the end which one bennifits you the most?

 

[freeamerica]

Not to hijack this thread, but if anyone is looking for a decent body to put with these good mechanical parts, my 60 will be for sale as a rolling chassis soon...