1974 Toyota Land Cruiser 40 Series 4WD

1974 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 Fully Restored, Lifted, and Ready for AdventureThis beautifully restored 1974 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 embodies vintage ruggedness with tasteful upgrades that make it both trail-ready and garage-worthy. Acquired by the previous owner in 2011, the FJ40 underwent an extensive frame-off restoration and mechanical overhaul that included a full repaint in classic green and a host of enhancements that blend originality with upgraded performance and utility.Highlights: Frame-Off Restoration Body removed from chassis and professionally refinished in green with stainless hardware and new weather seals. Upgraded Powertrain Retro-fitted 4.2L 2F inline-six from a 1978 FJ40 paired with a 4-speed manual transmission and dual-range transfer case. Heavy-Duty Additions Ramsey Patriot 15000 front winch, custom-fabricated steel front bumper, and a lift with Old Man Emu suspension. Interior Refinement Seat frames refinished and reupholstered in gray vinyl with matching inward-facing rear jump seats and marine-grade speakers. Modern Electricals Complete rewire with a Painless Performance Products wiring harness, GM 130A alternator, and updated ignition and carburetor systems. Off-Road Ready 15 black steel wagon wheels wrapped in 31x10.50 BFGoodrich All-Terrain KO tires, power steering, Warn locking front hubs, and front disc brakes.Exterior:Sporting a green body with a removable hardtop and white roof, this FJ40 maintains its vintage appeal with practical upgrades. It features black wheel arch extensions, side mirrors, and a rear-mounted spare tire. A small area of rust bubbling at the rear corners of the tub is noted, providing transparency for collectors and off-roaders alike.Chassis & Suspension:Riding on a professionally installed suspension lift with Old Man Emu leaf springs and new shocks, this Land Cruiser offers improved off-road capability without compromising ride quality. The axle and steering knuckle bearings were replaced during the build, and new shackle bushings were recently installed for added durability.Interior:The refreshed cabin is simple, durable, and true to form. Seat frames were stripped and finished in gloss black, re-padded, and reupholstered in gray vinyl. Additional features include a heater, dashboard pad, marine speakers mounted on the roll bar, and manual crank windows. The vinyl-wrapped steering wheel fronts a classic gauge cluster with a 100-mph speedo and auxiliary gauges for oil, temperature, amperage, and fuel. The odometer shows 99k miles (inoperative), with approximately 10k miles driven under current ownershiptrue mileage is unknown.Engine & Mechanical:The 4.2-liter 2F inline-six engine, sourced from a 1978 FJ40, features a Weber downdraft carburetor, high-performance ignition distributor, and upgraded alternator. The engine was installed alongside the transmission and transfer case from the same donor chassis. A new wiring harness with soldered and shrink-wrapped connections ensures reliable operation. The differentials were overhauled during the build, and the rear exhaust was replaced in 2024.Documentation: Offered with repair manuals and a clean Virginia title.Interested in this classic Land Cruiser?Contact us at ACSM for more details or to schedule a private showing. Whether you?re looking for a weekend adventure rig or a collectible 4x4 with timeless appeal, this FJ40 is a turn-key classic that won?t disappoint.