It would be easy and understandable if our Barn Finds readers looked at this 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser and thought it was just another FJ40. However, it is the FJ40’s cousin, the BJ42. It spent years serving as a… more»
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May 10, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Fully Documented: 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ62
Potential buyers must consider many factors when contemplating a classic purchase, including condition, originality, and rarity. However, some enthusiasts value a documented history, and this 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ62 ticks that box. It doesn’t merely present beautifully, but… more»
Feb 9, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Make an Offer: 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser
Rarity claims for any classic must be taken at face value unless a seller holds documentary evidence supporting their belief. Such is the case with this 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser. The seller describes its paint shade as rare, and… more»
Feb 7, 2024 • Auctions • 22 Comments
BF Auction: 1970 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
UPDATE – The seller has a 2011 Chevrolet LS V8 engine they had intended to install in the FJ, while not included, a deal could be arranged to include it and any of the parts the seller has acquired… more»
Jan 17, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Off-Road Revival: 1974 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
The Land Cruisers of yesteryear were akin to the Jeep CJ but built in Japan. The J40, which was on the market from 1960 to 1984, was a 2-door SUV with a short wheelbase and four-wheel-drive. They were fun… more»
Dec 5, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Clean 1970 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser
The history of off-road vehicles begins and ends with the Jeep. Of course, this isn’t true, it actually starts right at the beginning with the Benz Patent Motorwagen, which undoubtedly had decent off-road capabilities, as well as some incredibly… more»
Oct 20, 2023 • Auctions • 9 Comments
BF Auction: 1977 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
It is often said that almost any 4×4 can get you to your wilderness destination, but only a Toyota Land Cruiser guarantees you’ll return home. The Land Cruiser FJ40 enjoys a reputation for toughness and reliability, and the badge… more»
Sep 17, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Ready to Work: 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser HJ47 Pickup
Legend has it that during WWII, when the Japanese invaded the Philippines, its army found an abandoned American 4×4 Jeep. Exactly which Jeep (some say Bantam, some say Willys) is not known, but the vehicle was immediately deemed a… more»
Sep 15, 2023 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Bullet Nose: 1951 Studebaker Commander Land Cruiser
Studebaker launched the Land Cruiser sedan at the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair, a fitting venue for a standout “streamliner” design. We forget the contribution of these long-defunct carmakers toward the advancement of the automobile, but Studebaker’s contribution resounded once… more»
Apr 12, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Early SUV: 1970 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ55
Sometimes, it’s hard to remember a time before SUvs. They’ve been around in one form or another for years but it seems like the consumer demand exploded in the mid-80s with the introduction of the Jeep Cherokee (XJ), and… more»
Mar 4, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
V8 Swapped! 1971 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ55
The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ55 was introduced in August of 1967. Dedicated to being a wagon from the start, the FJ55 replaced the FJ45LV, basically an FJ40 wagon. The FJ55 was marketed in the U.S. as an alternative to… more»
Dec 25, 2022 • For Sale • 2 Comments
Amazing Survivor: 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ60
The passing years will often leave off-roaders looking battered and bruised. A life spent bashing their way into remote and inhospitable locations will leave its mark, with scratches and dings shouting proudly to the world they have experienced plenty… more»
Dec 8, 2022 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Solid as a Rock: 1967 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ45L Pickup
Reliable, worldly, rugged: sounds like a Match.com ad, but it’s not. It’s the tip of the iceberg on the list of “advantages” describing the Toyota Land Cruiser, the longest-running production car in Toyota’s history. Sold in 170 countries, the… more»
Sep 5, 2022 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Tough Toyota: 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser
While it is hard to imagine today, Toyota’s success in the US market was hard won. Early Toyotas were as different from American cars as can be imagined. However, two things worked in the company’s favor: a gas crisis… more»
Jul 13, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Which Engine? 1971 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ 40
The Toyota Land Cruiser enjoys a well-deserved reputation for toughness. Various organizations and government agencies have utilized these classics to access some of the most inhospitable locations on the planet. Some private owners sought more power and torque than… more»
Jul 6, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Diesel Powered: 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 75 Series
The Toyota Land Cruiser dates back to the early ’50s when the four-wheel-drive was introduced as their version of a Jeep-type vehicle, and it holds the company’s title as its longest-running model. After a successful 25-year run, the 70… more»
