Overland Classifieds :: 1970 Land Cruiser FJ40

It’s safe to say that most older vehicles listed on our forum have received some level of restoration, but far fewer have enjoyed a full nut-and-bolt rebuild. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is an overlanding icon, and today’s completely rebuilt example is nothing short of perfection. Imported from Australia in 2021, this fully-restored RHD Cruiser has covered just 114,000 kilometers (70,836 miles), is offered with hardtop, soft top, and convertible configurations, enjoys modern upgrades such as a 60-Series disc brake conversion and HJ75 5-speed gearbox, and a selection of overlanding modifications and accessories. If you’d like to know more about the FJ40’s background, benefits, and key features, I’d recommend checking out our Toyota Land Cruiser History and Models.

From the Seller:

This cruiser was treated to a full nut-and-bolt restoration using OEM Toyota parts prior to being imported from Victoria, Australia, in 2021. If you’re not familiar with [this type of] restoration, it means every item down to the smallest washer is addressed. No item is left undone, and no expense is spared.”

1970 Land Cruiser FJ40

This 1970 Land Cruiser FJ40 is fitted with a 4.2-liter, inline-6 engine that produces 135 horsepower and 210 pound-feet of torque. The FJ40 incorporates a 3-speed manual transmission and a dashboard-controlled, 2-speed, centrally mounted transfer case. This model (like the second generation) was available in short-, medium-, and long-wheelbase variants and utilized a body-on-frame design with live axles on leaf springs. 

Distinguishing Features

  • Cooper Discoverer STT tires on Pro Comp wheels
  • 60-Series disc brake conversion and HJ75 5-speed gearbox
  • Old Man Emu suspension system
  • Eureka roll cage bar
  • Corbeau seats

This 1970 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is listed for $50,000 and is currently located in Whitefish, Montana. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.

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No money in the bank, but gas in the tank. Our resident Bikepacking Editor Jack Mac is an exploration photographer and writer living full-time in his 1986 Vanagon Syncro but spends most days at the garage pondering why he didn’t buy a Land Cruiser Troopy. If he’s not watching the Lord of the Rings Trilogy, he can be found mountaineering for Berghaus, sea kayaking for Prijon, or bikepacking for Surly Bikes. Jack most recently spent two years on various assignments in the Arctic Circle but is now back in the UK preparing for his upcoming expeditions—looking at Land Cruisers. Find him on his website, Instagram, or on Facebook under Bicycle Touring Apocalypse.