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Toyota Fj40 Landcruiser 1978 on 2040-cars

US $30,000.00
Year:1978 Mileage:70636
Location:

Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States

Lebanon, Pennsylvania, United States

 1978 Toyota FJ40.....Very Nice Original Condition

Here is the story:

       This vehicle was purchased new by a gentleman by the name of Edward Shaffner in 1978 from a Toyota dealership in Harrisburg, PA. Mr. Shaffner kept record of everything he had done to the vehicle as well as most of the receipts. He kept a record from 05/20/78 when the vehicle had 00053 miles on it up until 11/14/07 when the vehicle had 65253  miles on it.

    Mr. Shaffner subsequently passed away and an estate auction was held in April 2008.  The vehicle was placed up for auction.  I bid on the vehicle, but was not the successful bidder. The vehicle was purchased by Mr. David Weiser, who happened to be a neighbor of Mr. Shaffner and always liked the vehicle. After the sale, I went and congratulated Mr. Weiser. During conversation, we exchanged names and phone numbers.  I advised Mr. Weiser that if he ever wants to sell the vehicle to please call me.  I received a call a from the wife of Mr. Weiser a little over a year later. Mrs. Weiser had advised me that her husband had suffered a stroke and could no longer drive the vehicle due to the manual steering. Mrs. Weiser offered the vehicle to me. I was told that they had only put 30 miles on the vehicle since they had bought it at the auction. I advised Mrs. Weiser that I would love to purchase the vehicle but do not currently have the funds to purchase it. Mrs. Weiser advised me that she was in no rush to sell it and that it would be kept safe and secure in the garage.

   I purchased the vehicle in August 2011 with 68120  miles on the vehicle. The miles are original and documented on a CLEAN PA title.  I installed a 2 1/2"  Black Diamond suspension lift and shackles from Cool Cruiser of Texas. It currently has 33" BF Goodrich tires with like new tread as well as aluminum Outlaw II wheels.  The vehicle drives, runs and looks 100%.  I still have the original leaf springs for the vehicle as well as the set or tires that I purchased the vehicle with.

The interior is all original. There are no modifications. The stitching in the drivers side seat is ripped. The material is not ripped, just the stitching from age. It is a $200.00 fix at an auto upholstery shop.  The original tool bag is still wrapped up and secured under the drivers seat. The seats still even have the small square Japanese decal on the backs of them. The black that you see in the pictures is from the original owner getting the vehicle rust proofed every few years. The frame is solid.  I could probably go on and on, but it's probably easier to just ask me what is on your mind.

There are two small spots that are starting to develop.....the first is on the rear at the right side bottom near the ambulance door opening. The second is barely visible on the right fender.

One side note.....last summer my son was behind a pick up truck and a can of paint fell off the rear. The paint can exploded and paint got onto the FJ.  The vehicle was taken to a professional detailer and all the paint was removed, however; there was a spot on the right rocker panel where the paint needed fixed.  The FJ was taken to Yancey's in Lebanon and the right rocker and side step were repainted professionally. The match is 100%.

Vehicle is offered for sale with a reserve and is listed locally as well. I will ship anywhere in the 48 contiguous states as long as payment clears first and you make the shipping arrangements. I will help any way that I can and you pay actual shipping. No extra costs or fees.  

This vehicle is being offered for sale ONLY due to the fact that my son is getting married and needs help with the costs. This was always a father/son deal and now the investment will pay for his expenses.  

THIS IS A COMPLETE VEHICLE...I have the hard top, two side doors, and rear ambulance style doors.  I also have a second set of tires in excellent shape mounted on the original rims and hubcaps.  

I almost forget......I want to be as complete and honest as possible....the front driveshaft is currently off the vehicle but included. When the suspension lift and shackles were installed, the front driveshaft was too short. I had a local speed shop give me an estimate of $200-$300 to get it lengthened. I never followed through as the vehicle never went off road. This was stored in the garage over the winter and was never out in the rain as well. It was strictly a "fair weather driver".


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