Vehicle Description
Here at RK Motors Charlotte we sell the coolest vehicles on the
road seven days a week. And even if trucks and SUVs aren't really
your cup-o-tea, you can't deny the appeal of an iconic Land
Cruiser. In a hot segment that includes stalwarts like the Ford
Bronco, the International Scout, the Chevy Suburban and decades of
cool Jeeps, it's pretty safe to assume that Toyota's toughest line
of SUVs is an indefinite well of value and appeal. This clean FJ40,
never stored and recently restored, wraps authentic body-on-frame
allure in subdued and classy aesthetics. If you're in the market
for an off-road adventurer that can also double as a breezy weekend
cruiser, check out this tough Toyota!
BODYWORK/TRIM
Born from practicality and wartime necessity, the Land Cruiser
began life as a reverse engineered Bantam GP that Toyota assembled
for the Imperial Japanese Army. The truck's rugged construction and
tidy proportions proved extremely useful when it came to
transporting soldiers, towing equipment and all-terrain motoring.
And eventually, circa 1953, Toyota decided to market its proven
creation directly to civilians. Rolling handsome thanks to a
ground-up restoration that was completed in 2017, this 1971 FJ40
was employed by the Meritorious Committee for the Deaf and Blind of
Guatemala until sometime in 2014. After three years of being driven
by a private owner, the truck was worked straight and carefully
sprayed in tasteful tan 2-stage. And today, its profile reflects a
serious demeanor that's clean, charismatic and exceptionally
competent.
ENGINE
Pop the bonnet and you'll find a super clean F155 6-cylinder that
wears a familiar "F" assembly stamp. Based on General Motor's
stalwart Stovebolt Six, Toyota's famous overhead valve mill isn't a
grossly overpowered piece, producing a competent 125 horsepower.
But it's certainly proven its ability to get this compact 4x4 out
of many tight situations and tow just about any moderately sized
toy its owners can imagine. At the top of the sturdy block, a
rebuilt Aisan carburetor drops a perfect combination of air and
fuel in to a web of cast intake and exhaust manifolds. At the side
of that carb, a "TOYOTA" branded valve cover caps factory-spec
internals. At the base of that cover, reliable electronic ignition
sequences spark between a Toyota-branded coil and pliable plug
wires. And the truck's glossy engine bay is dotted with many
trail-ready essentials, including fresh belts, a rebuilt alternator
and a Toyota fuel bowl.
DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
Built to mimic America's hella tough Jeep, this old school SUV
features part-time 4-wheel drive and enough ground clearance to
give new meaning to the phrase "stump jumper". Like its engine, the
truck's rugged 3-speed and factory differentials were completely
overhauled during the comprehensive restoration. Factory drum
brakes have been exchanged for power-assisted discs, which became
standard Land Cruiser fare as of 1975. The truck's chassis rides a
solid-axle suspension that, thanks to Old Man Emu shocks, springs
and shackles, stands 1.5 inches taller. Factory replacement pipes
shuttle spent gases through a mid-mount muffler. And at the corners
of the floor, hard-to-find split-rims spin 31x10.50R15 BF Goodrich
Mud-Terrain T/As around stainless-trimmed Aisin hubs.
INTERIOR
Inside this classic, you'll find a spacious and comfortable cockpit
that has enough room to be your vehicle of choice for any weekend
adventure. The vinyl-wrapped seats include a front split-bench that
features an extended track for taller drivers. In front of those
seats, a body-matched dash frames crisp gauges and restored
accessory knobs. Below that dash, a duo of shifters, one for the
3-speed and one for the 4-wheel drive, ride thick floor mats.
Opposite those shifters, tan doors frame small handles and
traditional window cranks. And the driver spins a factory-issue
steering wheel around a monochromatic Toyota horn button that jolts
upgraded, 1975 trumpets.
OUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION
A vintage Owner's Manual
Copies of various Guatemalan registrations (dating back to
2001)
A capable SUV that mixes proven functionality with solid
collectability, the Land Cruiser is a favorite among cruisers and
off-roaders alike. Featuring a fresh, ground-up restoration, this
FJ is a sure bet for fun weekends and good equity. Looking for an
old school 4x4 that's primed and ready to play? Come on in and take
a close look at this cool Toyota!
SUMMARY
The beneficiary of a ground-up restoration that was completed in
2017
Employed by the Guatemalan government until 2014 / Kept on the road
until its 2017 restoration
Correct F 6-cylinder / Electronic ignition
Correct 3-speed manual transmission
Retrofitted 1975 Land Cruiser power front disc and rear drum
brakes
Old Man Emu shocks, springs and shackles / 1.5-inch lift
Rare 15-inch split-rim wheels
Split-bench interior with vinyl trim
