1977 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 – V8 4x4, $91K in Receipts, Buffalo Brown Custom Build!
This is not your average Land Cruiser—it’s a fully restored, better-than-new FJ40 with over $91,000 invested, including a recent $15,000 refresh. If you’re looking for a vintage truck that turns heads at shows, cruises effortlessly on the highway, and dominates off-road trails, this is it.
Highlights & Mechanical Upgrades
- Fresh 350 Crate V8 – 300hp (double the factory output!)
- HD Rebuilt GM 700R4 Automatic with overdrive
- Upgraded 4x4 with ARB Air Lockers & Compressor
- Billet Aluminum Pulleys & Electronic Ignition
- Heavy-Duty Cooling – Aluminum radiator & electric fan
- Rough Country / Bilstein Lift Suspension
- Upgraded 4-Wheel Power Disc Brakes & Power Steering
- Dual Exhaust – Great Sound, Great Look
New $15K in Recent Work
- Custom Paint Change to Buffalo Brown – professionally done, flawless finish
- Brand-New Carburetor – tuned for reliability and performance
- New Steering Column – upgraded for precision and safety
- Custom Fabricated Spare Tire Carrier – heavy-duty, built to last
Interior & Comfort
- Optional Vintage Air A/C & Heat – ice cold, modern comfort
- Corbeau Bucket Seating (6 Passenger) – with color-matched piping & rear jump seats
- Locking Dash Console – rugged and practical
- Custom Autometer Gauge Cluster – includes 120 MPH speedo, oil, amps, temp, fuel
- Color-Matched Grant Steering Wheel – 3-spoke classic style
- Upgraded AM/FM/CD/AUX Stereo with Premium Speakers
Exterior & Details
- Removable Color-Matched Hard Top – versatile fun
- Full Roll Cage – Welded & Powder-Coated Gloss Black
- ARB Off-Road Front Bumper with Brush Guard
- Centerline Black Aluminum Beadlock Wheels – with BFGoodrich Off-Road T/A radials (includes 5th spare)
- Show-Quality Detailing – engine bay, undercarriage, and paint finish are immaculate
Summary
This ’77 FJ40 combines vintage Toyota toughness with modern V8 power, comfort, and custom styling. With over $91,000 in receipts and only 4,078 miles since the build, it’s ready for shows, the beach, the mountains, or just turning heads downtown.
Drive it, show it, or collect it—this Land Cruiser is better than new and built to be enjoyed.
