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First off - let me say thank you in advance for all of the people that post and contribute to the forum. Thank god (and Cisco) for the internet - and making it possible for us to communicate and do research at the speed of light.
I am looking for a BJ42 for my son. He is just getting his learners permit - and it gives us a small project to work on together, while keeping him focused on school and great grades.
If anyone out there has a great deal - don't be afraid to post it here. Conversely, if anyone sees a post here and wants to chime in on "great deal" - or (like I have seen in other threads...) "Not in this forum is it a great deal" - please don't hesitate to contribute.
Why a BJ? Well - just for the name - how can any dad not want to help his son...wait - nevermind - LOL...
Diesel...Reliability, gas milage, durability - and they are JUST effing COOL!!!
the 42? - I won't rat him out - but I met a guy in my hood that seems uber cool -and listened to our plan - and he gave me some incredible guidance (and I value it).
What are we looking for....
Price - Anything from $7,000 to $20,000 is within our price range...
Condition
- we would REALLY prefer not to have to do a frame off - so just like every Land Cruiser - we'd love it to be rust free.... Could be a pipe dream - but with out dreams' what do we have?
- Interior - would REALLY prefer a bare tub - no rhino lining or other sprayed on "things" coating the metal.
- Would prefer the dash and knobs to be complete - (maybe dreaming again).
- Seats - would prefer the rear seats and all seats are present... condition doesn't super matter - will probably re-cover them ourselves
- things like AC and Power steering are cool - but not required
- Radio - who cares - we will add our own
HARD TOP a must - ambulance doors aren't (he actually likes the lift gate better
We aren't welders - and I would prefer it isn't a tub rust bucket - BUT if the price is right - we'd have enough to replace it - as long as the frame and other pieces aren't
Wheels - tires aren't a big deal - we are going to replace them anyway - more than likely...
Suspension - would like something TIGHT - not worn out
Drive Train - same as the suspension
4 speed ok - 5 speed even better
Ratio changes accepted - if in the right direction
Engine - we don't want to be stuck doing a re-build - this is super important to us - want something that was maintained and works as advertised and expected
Heater - please be present and working - it's bad enough it will be balls hot in summer - shouldn't have to freeze in the winter too...
Glass - prefer not to have to replace it...
Turbo Diesel - badly wanted - for obvious reasons...
All badges - lights - emblems - etc present
I'm new - so hopefully this post is acceptable - and that you all welcome my son and I to the Land Cruiser family.
I'm a car nut - this will be my first foray into an FJ/BJ4X - and I'm kind of excited to get the party started.
Thanks to everyone to your contributions in advance!
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I am looking for a BJ42 for my son. He is just getting his learners permit - and it gives us a small project to work on together, while keeping him focused on school and great grades.
If anyone out there has a great deal - don't be afraid to post it here. Conversely, if anyone sees a post here and wants to chime in on "great deal" - or (like I have seen in other threads...) "Not in this forum is it a great deal" - please don't hesitate to contribute.
Why a BJ? Well - just for the name - how can any dad not want to help his son...wait - nevermind - LOL...
Diesel...Reliability, gas milage, durability - and they are JUST effing COOL!!!
the 42? - I won't rat him out - but I met a guy in my hood that seems uber cool -and listened to our plan - and he gave me some incredible guidance (and I value it).
What are we looking for....
Price - Anything from $7,000 to $20,000 is within our price range...
Condition
- we would REALLY prefer not to have to do a frame off - so just like every Land Cruiser - we'd love it to be rust free.... Could be a pipe dream - but with out dreams' what do we have?
- Interior - would REALLY prefer a bare tub - no rhino lining or other sprayed on "things" coating the metal.
- Would prefer the dash and knobs to be complete - (maybe dreaming again).
- Seats - would prefer the rear seats and all seats are present... condition doesn't super matter - will probably re-cover them ourselves
- things like AC and Power steering are cool - but not required
- Radio - who cares - we will add our own
HARD TOP a must - ambulance doors aren't (he actually likes the lift gate better
We aren't welders - and I would prefer it isn't a tub rust bucket - BUT if the price is right - we'd have enough to replace it - as long as the frame and other pieces aren't
Wheels - tires aren't a big deal - we are going to replace them anyway - more than likely...
Suspension - would like something TIGHT - not worn out
Drive Train - same as the suspension
4 speed ok - 5 speed even better
Ratio changes accepted - if in the right direction
Engine - we don't want to be stuck doing a re-build - this is super important to us - want something that was maintained and works as advertised and expected
Heater - please be present and working - it's bad enough it will be balls hot in summer - shouldn't have to freeze in the winter too...
Glass - prefer not to have to replace it...
Turbo Diesel - badly wanted - for obvious reasons...
All badges - lights - emblems - etc present
I'm new - so hopefully this post is acceptable - and that you all welcome my son and I to the Land Cruiser family.
I'm a car nut - this will be my first foray into an FJ/BJ4X - and I'm kind of excited to get the party started.
Thanks to everyone to your contributions in advance!
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