1972 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
$21,500
Year
1972Make
ToyotaModel
Land CruiserOdometer
11,111 (TMU)Engine
350 ci V8Fuel Type
gasolineTransmission
manualDrivetrain
4×4VIN / Chassis #
Upon RequestSeller
private partyLocation
Sacramento, CATitle Status
clean1972 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
Once enthusiasts discovered the serious off-road capabilities of the fj40, they never looked back. Toyota had been building the Land Cruiser series since the early 1950s, and by 1972 the FJ40 had earned a reputation for reliability, toughness, and going places other vehicles simply could not. The body-on-frame, boxed-in construction, solid front and rear axles, and two-speed transfer case made it genuinely capable for off-road, while the short wheel base kept it maneuverable in terrain where a full-size truck would be helpless.
The FJ40 was produced from 1960 through 1984, with the early 1970s models widely regarded as the sweet spot of the generation. They had received enough refinement to be usable on the street but had not yet been softened for a mass market. The inline-six engine Toyota used from the factory was known for durability, though it was not known for power. It is known to be expensive to maintain. That is exactly why the SBC swap has been one of the most popular and well-documented modifications in the FJ40 community. When done properly (using Advance Adapters v8 conversion kit and mounts) it transforms the driving experience without compromising the vehicle's core character.
This 1972 Toyota FJ40 had a frame-off restoration and restomod build. Comprehensively disassembled and rebuilt with documented upgrades at every level. The VIN confirms this is an early-production FJ40 short-wheelbase model, the configuration most collectors want. At approximately 12,000 miles on the rebuilt drivetrain, this is a rig you can drive or display with confidence.
Features List
- SBC reman motor with approximately 12,000 miles
- New Edelbrock 1404 carburetor
- Summit valve covers
- 3-speed manual transmission
- 2-speed transfer case (2WD and 4WD, Hi/Lo)
- Drum brakes
- OEM suspension
- Frame-off restoration
- Single-stage PPG paint in Earl gray, a refreshing shade that blends with both cool tones and military-style palettes
- Factory roll bar
- Black Bestop soft top and bikini top included
- Half doors plus new full doors
- Front black leather bucket seats on sliders
- Rear black factory fold down seat
- (5) Five 15-inch steel wheels with hubcaps
- New windshield and weatherstrip.
Mechanical
The heart of this 1972 Toyota FJ40 is a SBC — one of the most proven engines in American automotive history with new parts readily available. Dropping one into an FJ40 using Advance Adapters conversion kit for FJ40's; is a calculated upgrade that the Land Cruiser community has refined over many years. This build reflects new quality available components throughout.
The fuel pump was upgraded from manual to electric using Edelbrock's pump. The practical result is reliable cold starts, and consistent fuel delivery from the low to high RPM range. For trail and highway use when it matters.
The factory Toyota 3-speed manual transmission keeps the driver connected in a way an automatic does not (And provides a free Theft Deterrent System), and the 2-speed transfer case provides the low-range and high-range gearing needed for slow technical off-road use. With (5) five brand new stock tires and rims, the FJ40 factory steering setup is everything Toyota intended it to be with all the toughness and offroad capabilities built in.
The hydraulics have all been replaced. Beginning with a new clutch master, clutch, pressure plate and throw-out bearing. New brake master, brakes, rubber line. New tires, shocks, alternator, intake, carburetor, air cleaner, valve covers, color matched engine block.
Conclusion
This 1972 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser restomod was built to be used on or off-road and still maintain it's classic quality lines. Whether driving to your favorite destination for an adventure or just chilling in the Starbuck's parking lot, this FJ40 will definitely grab anyone's attention. This particular FJ40 was restored to an oem standard absent the motor.
While the FJ40 market has seen some fluctuations over the decades, it maintains that strong collectability that so many older enthusiasts demand. This is a clean California rig that represents the time and money it took to keep the legend alive.
Any questions about this 1972 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser, call Sam in Sacramento, CA at 916-870-6099.
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