Details
This 1983 Toyota FJ43 Land Cruiser is powered by a 4.2L inline six-cylinder engine mated to a four-speed manual transmission that is capable of directing power to all four wheels. This classic off-road vehicle is painted white with a beige soft top. The interior upholstery is black and features double inward-facing bench seats in the rear of the vehicle. The front seats are modern Toyota additions. The truck is also equipped with ambulance-style doors in the rear and exterior hood latches. The truck shows 97,610km (60,652 miles), but the total mileage is unknown, and is located in Florida.
This clean example of an FJ43 is well-represented in the third-party photos provided. The truck’s exterior is in good condition and shows only minor flaws that would be expected based on the mileage. The inspection does note a crack in the paint on the hood and some corrosion on the rims. The underside of the vehicle also shows well, and it is evident that it has been well-kept. There appears to have been an undercoating or black paint treatment to this part of the vehicle, which gives it a fresh resemblance. The interior condition is just as nice, with a clean interior upholstery that doesn’t look its age. The inspection does note that the air is not functioning properly. The soft top is in good condition with many years still left in it.
This Land Cruiser is being sold through a CLASSIC.COM Pro and is located in Miami, FL.
About the model
The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ43 is a variant of the 40 Series. With a slightly longer wheel-base than the FJ40. The FJ43 was produced for a limited number of markets around the world until 1984. Like the FJ40, it was available with the 3.9 liter Toyota F Engine (105hp to 125hp) until 1974 (pre-facelift) and upgraded to the 4.2 liter Toyota 2F Engine (135hp) from 1975 until the end of production (post-facelift). Because of its more limited production and larger cabin configuration, its become closely followed by collectors and enthusiasts alike. Professionally restored samples have reached some of the highest price points in the entire Land Cruiser market. Prospective buyers should be mindful of the wide-ranging quality and drivability of samples in this market.
Features and Specs
97,610km shown (60,652 miles)
4.2L I6 (2F)
4-speed manual transmission (H41)
Soft canvas top
Ambulance-style rear doors
4WD
Exterior hood latches
Double inward-facing rear bench seats
Black upholstery
Modern Toyota seats
Known Modifications
Gabriel front shocks
The underside of car appears to have been painted/undercoated
Montana vintage-style tires
Aftermarket stereo
Service History
None available
Ownership History
Current owner resides in Florida
Known issues
Windshield wipers not functional
Air not fully functional
Paint crack on the hood
Small amounts of corrosion on the rims
Steering wheels and inside door handles show signs of wear
Tape residue on the doors and hood from the import
Non-matching spare
Surface rust on the exhaust
Due Diligence
Third-party photos 6/21/2023
Third-party inspection 6/12/2023
Included in the sale
N/A
