Toyota FJ FJ 40 Restored/OEM Rebuild. Mint/Turn-key 63,700 miles, Engineer-owner
1973 Toyota Land Cruiser
This is an excellent condition 1973 FJ40 in Capri Blue which was restored about 6 years ago including an OEM engine rebuild. It was purchased by the current owner in 2018 and during this period driven consistently about 3,000 miles each year. The odometer now indicates 63,700 miles. The odometer has operated properly since purchased in 2018, but verification before this time is not guaranteed. There are no records of any accidents and the title is clean. The FJ40 is all wheel drive vehicle with a 3.9L straight six OEM petrol engine with a three speed manual transmission. This drive train is recognized as one of the most reliable and durable of all time. Any California purchaser will receive a valid registration through March 2024 and the vehicle is exempt from emissions testing.
What makes this FJ40 special is the recent restoration and OEM engine rebuild, overall excellent physical condition of the paint and all interior/exterior components, and the superb mechanical shape with no leaks. There are numerous body and interior photos as well as undercarriage photos to document these representations of a turn-key vehicle needing nothing. In addition, there are complete records of the restoration and rebuild, as well as complete maintenance records documenting the meticulous care at a Toyota Land Cruiser specialist shop overseen by the current owner, a mechanical engineer. For parties placing serious bids one day prior to auction end, photos of significant historical records could be provided upon request. In addition a call with the Land Cruiser specialty shop can be arranged. The original repair manual and various/many other parts such as the removable soft doors are included. In addition this vehicle is equipped with the rare optional OEM rear passenger heater, shown in a photo. A non-OEM Kenwood CD player and speakers were installed.
The Toyota Land Cruiser was first produced for model year1951.From the harsh Australian Outback to American suburbs and farms, the classic Land Cruiser FJ40 model (introduced in 1960) is loved by both off-road enthusiasts and collectors It is arguably the most utilitarian vehicle in the world, with over 6.5mm of combined Land Cruiser models sold worldwide since its original conception during the Korean War.However, during a 25 year period between 1960 and 1984 of this genre, there were 100k FJ models produced, or an average of 4,000 annually. It is safe to assume the earlier model years in this range had less production volume than this 25 year average. This FJ40 was manufactured in January, 1973.
This auction will be in a reserve format and in fairness the reserve will not be disclosed to any bidder. Bidders are hopefully familiar with the market trends for the FJ40. Data from Classic.com indicate an average selling price of $37,000 over the past 5 years (May 2018 to May 2023). A one year static price increase reported between 2019 and 2020 was 29% and accordingly this average 5year price is below the present market. The highest reported closed transaction for this five year period was for $127,000. Our reserve is below six figures, and the opening bid at this 5 year average selling price.
I am handling this sale for the owner who is a close friend. The reason for the sale is his move to South America. I am a retired auto dealer and this is a private party sale. Bid with complete confidence since I am a 25 year eBay member with a 100% rating.
- Make: Toyota
- Model: Land Cruiser
- Type: SUV
- Doors: 2
- Year: 1973
- Mileage: 63700
- VIN: FJ40142360
- Color: Blue
- Engine size: 3.9 liter straight cylinders
- Number of cylinders: 6
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Manual
- Drive type: 4WD
- Interior color: Brown
- Drive side: Left-Hand Drive
- Safety options: Back Seat Safety Belts
- Vehicle Title: Clean Want to buy? Contact seller!
