1965 FJ40 LAND CRUISER

  • Location: Norman, Oklahoma, United States
  • Make: Toyota
  • Model: Land Cruiser
  • Year: 1965
  • Mileage: 64886
  • VIN: FJ40-35196
  • Vehicle Title: Clear

1965 Toyota Land Cruiser Description

Just completed a Full Nut & Bolt Frame Off Restoration.
This early model FJ40 is a rare, collector's item equipped with parts that are nearly impossible to find.
When this FJ40 was purchased from the Toyota dealership it was one of the few who the customer opted for a hardtop with corrugated side panels. The back end features small swing-out doors with a unique, rear hatch that can be pushed up and folded horizontally — the only foldable version available on these models. The original windshield ventilation cover was in perfect working condition (which is rare) and has been restored. Inside, you'll find plenty of exposed metal (typical of early model Land Cruisers) and seats trimmed in Black vinyl - just like the original. It even has the original Very Rare Red Seat Belts. Every switch, gauge, and knob has been painstakingly restored or replaced with a new, original version of itself.
It is Titled as a 1966 (sold date), but is a 1965 (VIN build date.)
The PO allowed the engine to freeze and crack. He replaced it with a fully rebuilt 1973 engine and drove it less than 2000 miles. When I found this FJ40, it had been sitting in an Assisted Living Facility in Montrose, CO. I picked it up and brought it back to Oklahoma to perform the restoration.
I have hundred's of pictures that shows the step by step restoration process from beginning to end.
Last year this exact model with it's rare features sold for $90,000.00.
Due to the engine not being original to this FJ40, I am asking $55,000.00
Here's a short list of items either rebuilt or replaced.
  • All electrical wiring rebuilt
  • Front & Rear axle rebuilt
  • All brakes & cylinders replaced, (new brake hoses and hard lines)
  • E-Brake replaced
  • New universal joints
  • Transmission, front /rear axle flushed and fluid replaced
  • Radiator flushed and fluid replaced
  • New spark plugs, wires, coil, alternator, rotor and points replaced
  • Completely new exhaust system
  • Wheels have been sandblasted and Powder Coated
  • (X5) New Tires
  • New Shocks and Steering Dampener
  • All Rubber Weather Seals have been replaced
  • Original glass was too scratched, so All were replaced. (still have original glass and will go with FJ if wanted)

INTERIOR
  • Headliner Replaced
  • All Seats have been rebuilt and New Upholstery installed
  • Dash Wiring Harness rebuilt
  • Original Bottle Jack and Crank Handles
  • All Dash Knobs and Gauges rebuilt
Paint Color is the Original Spring Green and Turns a lot of heads. I have hundreds of pictures to document the build process.No detail was spared during the build process. This is truly a beautiful truck.
You won't be disappointed when you see this in person.