Wanted Trade my $ for your 40

Location

United States

Still looking...


I am looking for a daily driver/mild trail rig that the family and I could enjoy. Stock or lifted is fine with me. NOT looking for a project or a beauty queen. Prefer a turn key transaction. Prefer 1977-1983 40s with original drivetrains but I am open to others years as long as they have been cared for and have some of my preferences below especially 2F and 4 speed.

Everything must be in working order. Little surface rust is ok but rust rot is most likely a deal breaker the higher into my budget we go. Depending on the location I am willing to travel a bit if you are (located in north Texas).

Price wise I have seen some nice rigs in the 10-14K range so that is my budget. Must be willing to send plenty of pics and answer questions.

Here is what I am looking for...

Engine: 2F (not overly interested in a V8 swap)
Original steel body
Transmission: 4 speed
Color: prefer Beige or Blue but open to others (prefer original paint rather than respray)
Wheels: prefer OEM steelies
Suspension: stock or lifted (no SOA)
Disc brakes, power steering, and AC are pluses

 

[Major Nelson]

My $.02 I'll be very surprised if you find anything at that price with based on your list..esp on the rust. Rust free rigs (you're basically looking for a survivor based on your list) are going to go for quite a bit more than $11k range. You might get lucky though, who knows.

 

[ianacole]

Too many dis-qualifiers for my truck, but it is blue and driven daily

https://forum.ih8mud.com/fj40-bj40/742279-built-73-fj40-colorado.html

 

[ddeezenuts]

My $.02 I'll be very surprised if you find anything at that price with based on your list..esp on the rust. Rust free rigs (you're basically looking for a survivor based on your list) are going to go for quite a bit more than $11k range. You might get lucky though, who knows.

Thanks for the feedback about the budget. I am game for a stock to slightly modified rig. I realize that if everything on that list were to come to fruition that it would cost me but certain things are deal breakers. Seen a lot of nice 40s in the 11-15k range. The nicer they get the more I would be afraid to drive it on the trail. I'm negotiable if seller shares the same sentiment. Thanks again for the reply and feedback. If you guys know of anything let me know

 

[ddeezenuts]

Too many dis-qualifiers for my truck, but it is blue and driven daily

https://forum.ih8mud.com/fj40-bj40/742279-built-73-fj40-colorado.html

I have seen your rig and I admire it all the time. Not sure that it would fit in the garage. GLWS!!

 

[joekatana]

I have a 76 FJ40 that I put a 3B diesel in that will be for sale in a month or so to clear some funds for the next project.

I am north of Dallas pm me a phone number if you want some pics.

Joe

469 268 0007

 

[coloradoguy]

78 FJ40

I have a 78 FJ40 that may be what you are looking for. It has the original engine, recently rebuilt. Aluminum tub. Winch. Hi Lift jack. Hard top and soft top. Excellent condition. Has been used as family vehicle to tour the back roads in Colorado. It has not been used as a rock crawler. I have been asking $19K, but am willing to take much less. It may still be at the high end of your range. If you are interested, there are pics on my initial listing (thread) on 8-6-13. See Coloradoguy 78 FJ40 For Sale. I am located in Woodland Park, CO. If you want to contact me by email: landcruiser79colorado@gmail.com.

 

[ddeezenuts]

I have a 78 FJ40 that may be what you are looking for. It has the original engine, recently rebuilt. Aluminum tub. Winch. Hi Lift jack. Hard top and soft top. Excellent condition. Has been used as family vehicle to tour the back roads in Colorado. It has not been used as a rock crawler. I have been asking $19K, but am willing to take much less. It may still be at the high end of your range. If you are interested, there are pics on my initial listing (thread) on 8-6-13. See Coloradoguy 78 FJ40 For Sale. I am located in Woodland Park, CO. If you want to contact me by email: landcruiser79colorado@gmail.com.

Nice 40 man! However, I am going to pass for now. I would prefer a 40 with the original body. GLWS!

 

[ddeezenuts]

Bump for a nice 2F/4 speed rig...