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1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 – Aqualu Aluminum Tub – Restored Driver – Garage Kept $52,500 OBO Austin, Texas Highlights 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 Third owner – owned since 2014 Rust-resistant Aqualu aluminum tub Removable fiberglass hard top 4” Ironman suspension lift Disc brake conversion BFG All-Terrain KO2 tires (285/75R16) Rebuilt original carburetor Rebuilt alternator New radiator New gas tank, fuel pump, and fuel filter New oil pan Fresh tune-up with new fluids Garage kept Weekend cruiser for our family Overview This 1978 FJ40 has been a fun weekend cruiser for our family and has always been garage kept during my ownership. I purchased the truck in 2014 and am the third owner . The truck had already undergone restoration work by the previous owner including installation of an Aqualu aluminum tub , fiberglass removable top, and repaint in a classic Volvo beige color that fits the vintage Land Cruiser look extremely well. The truck runs strong, starts immediately , idles smoothly, and drives very well around town. I’ve had it up to 75…
mph on the highway , although like most classic FJ40s it’s happiest cruising around town or on country roads. All major suspension and mechanical work has been completed by well-respected Land Cruiser specialty mechanics . Mechanical Original 2F inline-six engine Recent work includes: Rebuilt original carburetor Rebuilt alternator New radiator New gas tank New fuel pump New fuel filter New oil pan Fresh fluids Fresh tune-up New spark plugs New air filter New oil filter Valve cover gasket replaced Intake system refurbished Truck starts immediately and runs strong . Suspension & Brakes 4” Ironman suspension lift Disc brake conversion Steering knuckles rebuilt BFG KO2 tires (285/75R16) Powder-coated black wagon wheels The truck has a great stance and drives very well for a classic FJ40. Body & Tub Aqualu aluminum tub Fiberglass removable hard top Volvo beige repaint No structural rust Minor surface rust visible on some original components consistent with age The aluminum tub eliminates the rust issues common with original steel tubs and keeps the vehicle lighter. Interior Interior is clean and very usable. Front seats in excellent condition Rear bench from Cool Cruisers of Texas (CCOT) CCOT center console New interior pull handles New rearview mirror New sun visors New shift knob and floor boots All gauges work except the odometer , which was not functioning when I purchased the truck. Stereo & Audio Upgraded marine audio system: Fusion marine stereo AM/FM / Bluetooth / SiriusXM capability JL Audio marine amplifier JL Audio wake tower speakers JL Audio tweeters Great sound system for top-off cruising. Additional Work Completed New weather stripping on doors and roof New OEM front turn signals New tail lights Rock guards installed New interior door handles New exterior door handles New rear door lock New battery tray/hold down Included with the Sale Bestop bikini top Roof rack (removed so the truck fits in my garage) Extra tailgate from Cool Cruisers of Texas Additional Notes No AC No power steering Desmogged Garage kept during my ownership Underside photos included to show frame and tub condition. Why I’m Selling We simply aren’t using the truck as much as we used to and would love to see it go to someone who will enjoy it. Contact Happy to answer questions or provide additional photos or videos for serious buyers. Clean Texas title in hand.