OK, I am a former 4runner nut just starting to look at some 40's and found one local to me and want some opinions. It is a 78 fj40 with original drivetrain, front and rear heaters, 4spd. The guy has replaced the front floorpan and rear sill area but it still has some bad rust spots over the fenders (rear) and some in the door jams and running boards. The hard doors have been redone and look pretty good, as does the hard top and rear jump seats.He also has several boxes of new parts such as lights mirrors and other small items. There is some rust on the frame but I didnt detect any rot. Tires and wheels are no good!! I took it for a test drive and it started right up and ran well, although engaging the 4wd was a little difficult. Vin plates in place and tranny shifted good and brakes were fair. He has it listed for $6k which I feel is way off, I dont mind paying a little more just because it is local but dont want to overpay that much. My plan for this 40 is not a resto at this time but make it a good dd and occasional trail rig. our opinions please, Thanks.
