1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
Highights
- Very original and presentable BJ40
- Lots of recent work to brakes, cooling and heating systems
- Clutch plates recently replaced
- Spent its life in Japan on salt-free roads
- Recent retrimmed interior in tan
- Good example of these go-anywhere classics
- Reliable and economical 14b 3.7L 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 BJ40 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 BJ40 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 has been recently treated to a raft of mechanical work and a full interior retrim. It is also now fitted with the well regarded 14B 3.7L Toyota engine, as fitted to Brazilian-built FB40s.
The mechanical work includes attention to the clutch system, brakes, cooling and heating systems and the diesel pump and nozzles serviced and recalibrated. The vendor has focussed on originality alongside delivering a very reliable workhorse.
The mechanical work includes attention to the clutch system, brakes, cooling and heating systems and the diesel pump and nozzles serviced and recalibrated. The vendor has focussed on originality alongside delivering a very reliable workhorse.
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)
- Long list of recent work summarised below
- Now fitted with 14B 3.7L engine as used on Brazilian-built FB40s
The Condition
- Smart white paintwork which shows some aging but is very presentable
- Lightly renovated by seller with aim of balancing originality with comfort and usability
- 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
- 3.7L 4cyl direct injection 14B diesel engine
- 4spd manual gearbox
- Usual Land Cruiser BJ40 offroad transmission functionality
- Recently overhauled suspension
- Long list of recent work summarised below
- Fitted with 24V electrics
- Said to drive well with no issues reported by seller
Recent overhaul work:
- Clutch plates replaced
- Hooks, pulleys and fittings chromed
- Engine painted original blue from previous black
- Brakes overhauled
- Cooling and heating systems renovated
- Diesel pump and nozzles serviced and recalibrated
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1978
- Make Toyota
- Model Land Cruiser
- Colour White
- Odometer 461,739 Kilometres
- Engine size 3168
Listing Details
- Seller type Private
- Location London
- Country United Kingdom
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