Highlights

Very original and presentable FJ40
Spent its life in Japan on salt-free roads
Recent retrimmed interior in tan
Good example of these go-anywhere classics
Reliable and economical 95bhp 3.2L diesel engine

The Appeal

If you’re a classic 4x4 fan, chances are that you’re either in the Toyota or Land Rover camp. The classic Landie and the FJ40 were two plucky trucks built on over-populated islands on the opposite sides of the world but sharing one goal: to go anywhere.

The Land Rover kicked things off but it for many the original FJ40 Land Cruiser perfected the idea. This ‘78 example proves the point: supremely reliable (it’s closing in on 500,000 kms from new) and utterly durable - just take a look at the original bodywork - it makes an excellent classics that can work for its living if required.

It was recently imported from the salt-free roads of Japan where it spent all of its life. Classically finished in white with neat details like five spoke alloy wheels, light guards and auxiliary lights to enhance the aesthetics, it also benefits from a retrimmed interior that looks very comfortable.

Said to be very reliable and to drive well by the seller, it also benefit from recently overhauled suspension. As such, it is ready for winter and enjoyment.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 1978
MOT exempt based on age
Manufactured in Japan then shipped to Quetta (near Iran)
Imported to UK in January 2024
One registered keeper since arriving in the UK
Showing 461,739 kms (286,911 miles)

The Condition

Smart white paintwork which shows some aging but is very presentable
Some light surface marks and deterioration to paintwork but not significant
Light wear to foot steps as shown in photos
Bodywork is straight and well kept with no reported accident damage
Sits on five spoke alloy wheels with matching spare showing light wear
All-terrain tyres fitted all round and in good condition
Neat accessories to exterior including light guards and auxiliary lights
Retrimmed tan interior in very good condition with comfortable seats
Two front seats and pair of rear bench seats as shown
Interior fittings are generally well kept with some patina as shown
Fitted with CD player in working order but with volume button missing
Underside in good condition as shown in photos

The Mechanics

3,168cc 4cyl 95bhp diesel engine
4spd manual gearbox
Usual Land Cruiser FJ40 offroad transmission functionality
Recently overhauled suspension
Said to drive well with no issues reported by seller

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