Explore Your Dream Car: 1978 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a viewing, please don’t hesitate to call or text me at (619) 929 0909. I’m located in San Diego and can provide additional videos and photos upon request. If you’d like to fly in to see the vehicle, I’d be happy to pick you up from the airport.

Why the 1978 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser?

The 1978 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser is a classic that embodies strength, durability, and timeless style. This specific model has a lot to offer for those looking to own a piece of automotive history.

Key Features

• Engine: Original 2F Inline 6 cylinder
• Transmission: 4-Speed Manual
• Brakes: Power front disc brakes
• Recent Service Records: Over $15,000 in service from Classic Cruiser Club

Recent Upgrades and Servicing

In March 2025, several crucial updates were made to ensure this FJ40 is in optimal condition:

• Brand new radiator and hoses
• OEM heater valve
• Fan clutch and water pump
• Valve cover gasket
• New spark plugs, wires, and distributor cap/rotor
• Manifold gasket replacement
• New brake booster, pads, and drums
• New tie rods
• Front and rear shocks replaced
• New fuel lines
• Complete clutch replacement
• New battery
• Carburetor rebuild
• Smog pump rebuild
• Replaced vacuum lines and intake vacuum port
• Brand new BF Goodrich All Terrain tires (31×10.50 R15LT)

Condition and History

This FJ40 has lived its life primarily in dry Arizona and Southern California, which accounts for its impressive condition. The frame and floors are in excellent shape, with no rust detected.

Body and Paint

The factory Olive paint (code 653) is in very good condition, displaying no signs of accidents or rust. While the paint is slightly wearing thin in a few spots, it adds to the vehicle’s character, showcasing a unique patina and the original rivets along the side.

Driving Experience

This FJ40 is equipped to handle the road with ease. It has been well-maintained, delivering plenty of power with the ability to stop on a dime thanks to its tight steering. The vehicle cruises effortlessly at 65 mph and is incredibly reliable—ready to drive anywhere without hesitation.

Specifications and Features

• Mileage: 64,000 miles
• Title: Clean California title
• Registration: Current
• Smog Check: Passed on March 14, 2025

Interior Quality

The interior of this FJ40 is just as impressive as its exterior. It features:

• Seats redone to OEM specifications
• New dash and center console
• Rear jump seats for extra passenger capacity
• Rear heater
• Great condition interior tub and headliner

Functional Gauges

All functional components, including the speedometer, odometer, gas, temperature, oil pressure, and voltage gauges, are in working order.

4×4 Capability

This vehicle features 4×4 with front locking hubs, allowing for smooth transitions between 4 High and 4 Low, making it suitable for various terrains.

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Contact Information

For further inquiries about the 1978 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser or to arrange a viewing, please call or text me at (619) 929 0909. I’m here to answer any questions and provide additional information to assist you in your purchase decision.

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$36,900

San Diego

Any questions or to set up a viewing. Please call or text me at (619) 929 O9O9. I can provide additional videos and photos upon request. I’m located in San Diego. I’d be happy to pick you up from the airport, if you’d like to fly in and look at it.


This is a beautiful 1978 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser. Original 2F Inline 6 cylinder and 4 Speed manual transmission. Power front disc brakes.


Over $15,000 in recent service records performed by Classic Cruiser Club in San Gabriel. In March 2025, the following work was professionally performed.

Brand new radiator and hoses

OEM heater valve

Fan clutch and water pump

Valve cover gasket

Spark plugs / wires and distributor cap / rotor

Manifold gasket

Brake booster, pads and drums

Tie rods

Front / rear shocks

Fuel lines

Clutch

Battery

Carburetor rebuild

Smog pump rebuild

Vacuum lines and intake vacuum port

Brand new BF Goodrich All Terrain tires. 31×10.50 R15LT


Lived in dry AZ and Southern CA its whole life. Frame and floors are very nice with no rust.


Body/Paint Factory (Olive 653) The body is very straight, no accidents and absolutely no rust. The paint is very nice but wearing thin in a few spots on the fenders. Some discoloratin by the fuel door. Very cool patina! You can still see the factory rivets down the side. And again, NO Rust!


Plenty of power, stops on a dime with tight steering. Cruises effortlessly at 65mph. Fun turn key classic Toyota. I wouldn’t hesitate driving anywhere.


It has 64k miles with a clean California title, current registration and just passed smog March 14, 2025.


All the fluids were flushed including the transmission, oil and differentials and transfer case. The front and rear differentials gaskets were also replaced.


Always starts right up and settles into a smooth idle. Does not overheat. No smoke, no leaks and no funny noises. Always properly maintained and cared for.


The interior presents nicely. Seats have been redone to OEM specs, new dash, nice center console, rear jump seats, rear heater, inside tub and headliner are in great shape.


Speedometer, odometer, gas gauge, temperature gauge, oil pressure and voltage gauge are in working order.


4×4 with front locking hubs. 4High and 4Low both work properly.


This is an excellent example of a truly rust free, well kept FJ40. Land Cruiser FJ Toyota 4Runner Tacoma

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