Beschreibung:

3,878cc OHV Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Single Carburetor
125bhp at 3,600rpm
4-Speed Manual Transmission
Leaf Spring Suspension - 4-Wheel Drive
Front Disc - Rear Drum Brakes
*Classic example of Toyota's off-road icon
*Striking example, frame-off restored to factory specifications
*Rare features including factory PTO front winch and rear heater
*Excellent companion for the Copperstate Overland tour
THE LAND CRUISER
Introduced in 1960, the FJ40 and its variants remained in production for a quarter century, the kind of longevity that demonstrates true value, quality and utility. They became indispensable in unsettled and remote areas of the world, hauled safaris through Africa, developed a devoted following among America's off-road culture and have spawned a host of imitators. Toyota itself paid its homage to the model in 2004 when it introduced the retro-styled FJ Cruiser to capitalize on the continuing image and popularity of the Land Cruiser some twenty years after the original's production run ended.
The Land Cruiser's popularity and utility is reflected in the number of variants in which it was built. There were in fact so many that it is probably impossible to identify all of them, but they came in short, medium, long and extra-long wheelbase, with a variety of roofs, half cabs, soft tops and doors, with four- and six-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines. They climb mountains, cross deserts, ford rivers, balance their way over rock falls – they are one of the archetypical utility vehicles and today finding a good vintage example can be difficult.
THE MOTORCAR OFFERED
This stunning FJ40 spent much of its life in the Arizona desert, where its previous owner commissioned a concours-quality restoration of this 1974 model. It was restored mechanically and cosmetically, with special attention ensuring every nut and bolt was completed as it was in period. All proper hardware, components and finished were completed as correct as the car was completed in 1974. Bought by the consignor around 2019, this FJ40 has recently been revamped which includes vital components like Bluetooth connectivity and high-end speakers, period correct factory wheels in correct finishes with new tires fitted about 200 miles ago. The engine was gone through and completely serviced, as well as installing new hardtop gaskets, new engine head gasket, new engine seals, new battery and coil, servicing of the carburetor and special heat coating of the exhaust and intake manifolds for optimal thermal management. The suspension was upgraded to more modern technology from the company 'Old Man Emu' ensuring the ride was more enjoyable. Some of the rarest and most important features of this Toyota are the fully refurbished and operational factory PTO front winch as well as the very useful factory rear seat, floor-mounted heater. The car comes accompanied by its original tool kit and owner's manual.
This thrilling Toyota FJ40 has been carefully garaged and subject to dutiful maintenance and service to ensure this Land Cruiser remains an off-roading classic that is ready to be enjoyed. The bright red exterior is neatly contrasted by Red/White body equipment, and black seats. Appearing in wonderfully restored condition, this is surely a classic Land Cruiser not to pass up and would be a wonderful entry to the Copperstate Overland 1000 off road rally held annually in Arizona. This is by far, a wonderful example of Toyota's legendary Ute, perhaps the original "Sport Utility".