1972 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser

Here we have a stunning “Royal Blue” Toyota Land Cruiser “FJ40” in excellent, totally original condition with the very rare Factory power steering and beautiful factory canvas roof!

This truck has matching numbers and the engine runs like a dream. These engines motor so quietly when compared with the noisy diesel engines of the same era, that this is definitely the one to have. The 1F 3.9 litre straight six pushes out around 105HP and has plenty of power and torque (261 NM) to get you moving over the rockiest of outcrops. 

A very smooth drive and clean gear change is what you get with this Cruiser - and that is a rarity on a 40 series vehicle! The whole feel of the truck, from the clean under bonnet area, the smooth and rot free chassis rails and the clean panel lines say this is a genuine and honest vehicle. We believe it has been through a thorough restoration as it could never be this sharp after nearly 50 years of even the most cosseted of lives. 

This special truck needs nothing doing. Just turn the key and go. Remarkable.

The exterior really is in very good condition, with excellent panel gaps and beautifully deep paint on every panel. There are some minor cracks in the paint on the edges of the front wheelarch, two feint rub areas to the finish on the offside rear wing and a small scuff on the front bumper (all shown in gallery), but nothing dramatic. The Royal Blue, which actually looks darker blue, is the original specified colour named by Toyota. The pictures do this car no justice, it looks spectacular in real life – see the walk around video below. From every panel finish to every visible nut and bolt this is not just supposed to be a rugged truck it is certainly built to be one! The chromed door handles and high up wing mirrors add to the balance of tough but somehow charming transport.

Note the smart black canvas roof too – very smart and super-functional, including side window wind-ups. Twin rear doors open to allow easy access and loading.

There are a handful of original parts showing their age, such as the bezels around the front indicators and the odd nut and bolt.

The interior of this fine FJ is very clean, still sporting its original front and rear seats. Showing no real wear, the front seats are very comfortable and have an excellent spring to them (useful down bumpy roads and tracks) they certainly have no holes or damage, and honestly could have been fitted yesterday. The back seats are also in outstanding condition, upholstered in same black as the front. There are few examples of stray bits of wiring but nothing too serious. All the switches and buttons are original, apart from an aftermarket temp gauge. It gives a very real feeling of rugged comfort – functional, simple and in really good condition.

This is a very tidy car all over and underneath will not disappoint. Just as the rest of the car is almost entirely original and well preserved, underneath is clean and sharp with no rot. The mechanicals are all clean and well sorted and lines of panels and floors are perfect. The chassis rails are really impressive too – clean and straight with no rot. A little bit of surface rust here and there, but only superficial.

Of course on a strongly built off road masterpiece like the Toyota Land Cruiser, strength of the chassis and floors is vital. You can hardly go off road through lumps and ditches at speed if the main frame of the truck is weak or damaged. This is an exceptional example as the pictures show. They’ll be no twisting or turning with this off roader!

The engine has always started instantly in its time with us and then ticks over, without any choke, to an eerie, almost silent idle. The other controls are obviously rudimentary, but all work as intended. 

This beautiful truck has only had 3 owners from new and was bought by the current vendor from an owner in Australia. In fact it is the Land Cruiser's reliability and longevity that has led to huge popularity especially in where it is the best-selling , four-wheel drive vehicle. Toyota also extensively tests the Land Cruiser in the – considered to be one of the toughest operating environments in both temperature and terrain. Now there’s some rigorous testing!

It has clearly been garaged or parked under a carport for much of its recent life, which would explain its excellent paint and other correct features. The lack of paperwork with the truck does not allow us to confirm whether this is time-warp original, or the result of an extremely thorough restoration, so you're buying on condition, and it feels right. If you are not sure, please use the Contact Seller button to come and view the truck with us here in Abingdon.

Today the FJ Cruiser remains a very popular option for off-roading collectors. Replacement parts seem to be readily available through Toyota and other parts stores worldwide. And it goes without saying, they’re dependable trucks.

Recently benefiting from a big service, oil and filter change and a new battery, this truck is ready for anything. Whether it’s an off-road adventure, a lazy day cruising to the beach or a Sunday drive to the local show. She’s ready to take you there. We like it with its rugged good looks and rarity in a condition like this. It is fully UK-registered and ready to go at an estimate between £20,000 and £26,000. These trucks have definitely been catching the eye of collectors recently, particularly as the early Land Rover boom appears to be on the wane. Prices have been very firm, now might be the time to dive in.

We always encourage viewings. This Land Cruiser is located in Abingdon at The Market's HQ. Just click the ‘Contact Seller’ button at the top of the listing to arrange an appointment. Ahead of that, or at any time during the process, you’re more than welcome to ask any questions or jot down observations in the comments section below. You won’t be shocked to hear that our ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ section will answer general questions that are frequently asked about how The Market works. 

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