Beautiful 1976 FJ55 Land Cruiser - Survivor - 47400 Miles - FJ40 FJ45 FJ55

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The Elusive Survivor

We've all seen beautifully restored classicautomobiles. The body comes off, he engine comes out,the interior is redone and every part of the vehicle isevaluated, efurbished or replaced before reassembly.These efforts come with descriptions like "no expensespared" and "better than new". The end results can bevisually stunning and financially staggering!

Then there's that "other" genre of classic automobiles.They have the mystique and magic of objects that timehas somehow forgotten. You won't hear about theextensive restoration, t hasn't occurred. Like an enigmathat has somehow turned back the hands of time, ovinglycared for or, n some cases, paringly reserved for special occasions.

"Survivors"are experiencing a new found appreciation among auto enthusiasts. Survivors may not beperfect, et that is, n many cases, hat makes them perfect. They have transcended the boundary of time and escapedan onslaught of use and abuse. Where the others have failed, hey have somehow prevailed. Their owners may havetaken them out of the game early or perhaps just had the wisdom to maintain, ppreciate and protect what themanufacturer designed and built so many years ago. This is a rare occurrence, specially when it comes to ruggedutilitarian vehicles that were meant for work!

1976 Land Cruiser FJ55

The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ55, lso known as the "Iron Pig" is unique! This example is one of the best low miles originals I have come across. These trucks were notorious for rust issues. They requirevigilance to keep them as nice as this one. Having only 47,300 miles and being garage kept helps considerably! The truck was original from Colorado and spent many years in Santa Fe, M and CA so she has always been in dry climates. This FJ55 has an older rust repair in the front rockers that will require some attention eventually but it's minimal and easily repaired. Other than the earlier repairs, believe the paint is original.

Being a 1976 model year, his FJ55 has the larger 2F motor, -speed transmission and front disc brakes which make it more desirable that the pre-1975 wagons

These trucks have a considerably longer wheelbase than the FJ40 making for a much smoother ride. They have five doors and real back seat that folds down to offer a ample storage! They're a great choice for outdoor lovers who like to go camping or fishing with kids and dogs in tow!

Specifications

Model: FJ55

Manufacturer: Toyota/TLC

Years Available: 1968-1979

Body Style: 4-Door Wagon

Seating Capacity: Five to Seven

Drivetrain: Front Engine, x4

Engine: Inline 6 cyl. 3.9 liter F (1968-74), .2 liter2F (1975-79)

Fuel System: Carbureted

Horsepower: 125 @ 3600 rpm (1968-74), 35 @ 3600rpm (1975-79)

Torque: 209 ft-lbs. @ 2000 rpm (1968-74), 35 @3600 rpm (1975-79)

Transmission: 3-Speed (1968-73); 4-Speed (1974-79)

Wheelbase: 106.3 in.

Length: 184.0 in.

Width: 68.3 in.

Height: 73.4 in.

Track: F/R 55.3 in.

Cargo Storage: 98 cu. ft.

Towing Capacity: 3500 lbs.

Suspension: Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs

Brakes: F/R Hydraulic 4 Wheel Drums Power FrontDisc. (Nov. 1975-79)

Curb Weight: 3990 to 4030 lbs.

Clearance: 8.3 in.

Fuel Capacity: 23.8 gal.

MPG Estimate: 11/16

Exterior / Mechanical

- Excellent body and frame.

- Stock Toyota 4 speed transmission

- Rides on New 33x10.50 BFG AT KO Tires

- 4:11 Gears

- Front disc brakes.

- Front bumper with Bull bar

- Original 2F Inline 6-cylinder with very low miles.

Motor

Under the hood you will find an unmolested low miles Toyota 2F engine with all the emissions. This is the original engine and it produces135HP @ 3600rpm.

Interior

- All Original Interior with the exception of a newSpecter Off Road seatfoam and seat cover on front seat.

- Rear seat is original and like new

- Front and Rear Heaters

- Working Rear Electric Window

- Good Headliner

- Dash is uncracked

- Door panels are excellent

- All original OEM Mats

- Original jack, ack rods, ranking rod, wners manual, oolkit and inspection light

Summary

An FJ55 like this is uber-rare and every bit as functional today as it was when it drove off the showroom floor. It's tight, attle free and drives great. Comfortable, uiet and capable, t's a vintage truck that would be right at home at your favorite Friday night dive next to other vintage cars, r perched on a mountain conquering your latest weekend adventure. This is a cool classic that's fun, nique, eliable and ready to hit the road. Feel free to call me (515) 864-1275 with any questions and thanks for looking! I reserve the right to end this auction early.Click here to see several photos of this well sorted 1976 Land Cruiser FJ55