1979 FJ40 US SPEC LAND CRUISER - A STUNNING ONE OWNER 28K ACTUAL ORIGINAL MILES IN ALL ORIGINAL CONDITION INCLUDING ORIGINAL PAINT AND NO BODY WORK AND NO COVER-UP UNDERCOATING - A TRUE COLLECTORS DREAM
For all you "barn-yard-find" dreamers / purists - this is a rare one, but better than any barn find. I have only come across one US Spec FJ similar to this FJ in the entire country over the past 5 years and it sold for $100,000.00 (One Hundred Thousand Dollars). However, that FJ40 (Jonathan Ward's)was a 78'.See link for a very interestingcomparisonand storyhttps://www.autoblog.com/2018/04/04/5-000-mile-toyota-land-cruiser-fj40/
Up for sale here is a very rare and original 79'. It comes with the original bill of sale from the original purchase in 1979 and is being sold with clean title in hand. This is nota nut-and-bolt restoration but a factory original 1979 FJ40 that's spent all of its life with one owner.
When purchased in 1979, this FJ40 was bought with all the bells and whistles including the option for power steering and a 10,000 lb Warne winch. There were also a few other items that came with the original purchase that are listed on the original bill of sale. The original bill of sale from the Toyota Dealership where it was purchased back in 1979 is included in the sale as stated above. All paperwork documents this FJ as a true one owner original.
This FJ was primarily used to go hunting and fishing on a private 100 acre plus property. In the winter months the FJ was kept in a heated garage and minimally driven. The average 700 miles a year of easy driving wasprimarilyout to the lake on the property on a smooth grassy terrain.The original rubber tires from when bought new remain in perfect shape since they really did not see much asphalt. The Original "Steelie Wheels" are in absolute perfect condition and you would have to see them up close toappreciatehow beautiful they are.
Everything works as it should. The oil was changed every 6 to 8 months. The only mechanical work done to this engine of only 28k original miles was an oil pan replacement, regular tune-ups, and a full carburetor rebuild a few years back which one would expect to have taken place over this period of time. The carburetor rebuild was only the result of time - not misuse or neglect. Nothing else to report as far as repairs besides the regular oil changes, oil filters, and a few batteries over the past 40 years. This truck was driven so minimally and taken care of so routinely it simply did not sustain any mechanical problems. It really had a nice easy life with zero abuse and zero traditional off-road use. The short rides on the property over to the lake on a very smooth terrain are not at all what one would consider off-roading or anything of that nature. This truck did not see any rough-housing or abuse.
All the gauges work and illuminate as they should. Gears shift smoothly. It also has the power steering option (available in 79'). Everything on this truck is original and stock with only a custom front light rack installed toaccommodate the additional lights. From the shocks and bushings, to the brakes and mostly everything else in-between, this is a true all original survivor.The removable top andremovable doors were never taken off, ever! Hard to believe but it is true and the new owner of this truck will be very pleasantly surprised.This is the true definition of a time capsule FJ40.
On a 1 to 10 scale I would give it a 9.9 and the only reason for not getting the "10" is because there are two small areas of surface rust and a few paint bubble spots that have surfaced just in past years. It was decided to not make any repairs as it would lose its "original" status. I have an estimate that I will make available upon request from a very high end shop for any interested buyers who want total perfection regarding these small rust areas. The cost isapproximately$1200. The rest of the truck including theundercarriage and floor pans are in great shape and it should be seen in person toappreciate.
You might not see some of these imperfections that I mentioned on the many NON-US spec trucks that are flooding the market. Or you also might even find that the undercarriage doesn't shine with new glossy-black undercoating of some sort. But there is a lot to be said about an all original US Spec FJ 40 vs. a "frame-off" Non-US Spec for the serious vintage collector/buyer of FJ40's. It is apples and Oranges....period. Most if not all of these import flips are lacking common USA items such as a padded dash and roll bar.Another item to watch out for is these FJ flippers that "restore" with no knowledge of OEM components.Stainless generic bolts, and silky smooth body panels are pet peeves. Toyota left the spot weld dimples and used flanged anodized, or body color bolts.
One should check with the new owner of Ward's 78' who paid $100k and ask him if he paid all that $ for a frame-offrestoration from South America.If you are looking for these full restoration "frame-off's" popping up weekly and originating out of central and southAmericaat a dime a dozen - you are in the wrong market. Those NON US SPEC trucks don't compare to this original truck. And finding parts for these imports is near impossible.
These trucks have been increasing in value at a truly unbelievable rate over the past decade. They will continue to increase and especially one so desirable and rare as this 28koriginal here. How many FJ40 owner's can actually say they bought their truck with 28k original miles? There are very few true originals out there of this caliber.Even the regular worn-down and beaten-up, multi-owner FJ's are fetching ridiculous money.
This is a bitter-sweet story to see such a beautiful US Spec original leaving us. But all car/truck ownerships do come to an end at some point in time. Some are just better ownerships with betterhistoriesthan others.
If you are looking for an almost impossible to find original US Spec FJ40 to add to a collection - here it is. Some lucky buyer will walk away with one of the "great ones".
All Original Books/Manuals and even the winch manual come with the sale. Winch was never used other than running it a few times to keep the moving parts in motion. The original jack has never left its station and never used. Also included is an original CB radio with 2handhelds as part of the set. They were used tocommunicate when way out on the property.Backin the late 70's early 80's there were nocellular phones. I also have a full set of additional wheels thataccommodate bigger tires that were bought but never actually installed. The set of 4 will be included with the sale.
I am offering FREE SHIPPING to anywhere in the lower 48 states on a completed sale to insure that the truck is delivered in pristine condition with out any trucking/handling issues. I have a good working relationship with a very high-end and reputable shipping company that takes great pride in shipping these valuable classics. I will arrange and pay all costs to ship this FJ40 to your door. This is a $1500 value to be considered. If you live in Hawaii or Alaska, sorry, I am unable to extend this offer to those states. This offer is exclusive to the lower 48 but I will give any buyer from Hawaii or Alaska a $1500 credit towards the total cost to ship but will not be able to make any of these arrangements.
I urge any serious buyers to come inspect this one-of-a-kind original to appreciate it for what it is. Please contact me with questions. No Disappointments with this great find! I reserve the right to sell locally. PLEASE DO NOT BID IF YOU DO NOT INTEND TO PURCHASE OR IF YOU HAVE TO ASK YOUR WIFE, YOUR HUSBAND, MOTHER-IN-LAW, OR PET GOLD FISH PERMISSION. It is unfair to me and possibly other serious bidders who would otherwise complete purchase.
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On Jun-24-19 at 12:10:42 PDT, seller added the following information: Due to the many questions I am receiving about actual miles. Yes, this is 28,000 original miles. This is NOT as so many other FJ40 sellers with their dime-a-dozen imports misrepresent when they state "only 20,000 miles" and then you find out later in small print or by mistake later that they meant "since it was refurbished" or "rebuilt" etc... This FJ that I have here for auction is a 28,000 mile truck....period! Not from rebuild, not fromrefurbish, but a truetotal of 28,000 miles from the original purchase in 1979 to present day.
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