The seller claims they are letting this 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser go for a “bargain price” but it’s impossible to say whether that’s true given the reserve remains unmet in this auction. An FJ60 isn’t the cheapest truck to buy these days but it’s still obtainable if you know where to look; unfortunately, many of them have been snapped up by dealers and flippers, so it’s become all but impossible to get one for a low price. Not only that, even private owners tend to know these trucks have a following, so there are no easy deals anymore. This truck is listed here on eBay with the desirable 5-speed and a lift kit, and bids have reached $4,400 with the reserve unmet.

The 5-speed may make this one reach its reserve in a few days’ time as there’s no guarantee you’ll find one of these with three pedals. While I certainly understand the appeal of a stick, I almost wonder if a truck like this would be better served by the automatic. On the highway, perhaps not – but as someone who has ventured off the beaten path from time to time in a 4×4, I just like having an automatic at my disposal for when the going gets rough. Still, other die-hard off-roaders will argue the other way is the best option, as there’s less of a chance of the gearbox breaking and stranding you.

The seller points out that due to the Land Cruiser spending time in Texas, the rust is not nearly as prevalent as it might be on a truck from the snow belt. The seller also mentions that the Land Cruiser was dinged by a rebuilt title likely because of this light cosmetic damage shown here. He speculates that the truck received this branding when it wasn’t worth much, and as we can see here, the resulting abrasion from either another driver or the side of the garage door is largely insignificant. The rust that is mentioned is apparently contained to the rocker panel (which side is not disclosed) where a previous owner attempted to repair it using fiberglass.

The vulnerable tailgate and rear glass frame are both said to be rust-free. The Toyota does come with a lift kit already installed and an ARB front brush guard, the latter of which should tell passers-by you mean business. Actually, it’s amazing how many Toyota rigs of this vintage and a little newer came with an ARB brush guard already installed, almost like it’s a prerequisite for owning an old Land Cruiser. The seller may have a reserve but we’re hopeful $8K-$10K will bring this one home, wherein the next owner can set about reviving the paint and performing a quick tuneup. What do you consider a bargain price for a running, driving FJ60?