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Rust Free, Immaculate & Original Fj60 Series 62 - Last Model Year on 2040-cars

US $9,500.00
Year:1990 Mileage:241000
Location:

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

Kansas City, Missouri, United States
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Rugged, simple, reliable and fun.  Add to that room to spare and you may have the ultimate sport utility vehicle.  As a flagship model, the Land Cruiser always served to demonstrate Toyota’s engineering and design talents.  I think they really nailed it with the FJ60-62 series.  Outdoor enthusiasts certainly admire this vehicle.  It’s a timeless design, kind of like a Swiss Army knife.

This vehicle has led a privileged life.  Always garaged, always maintained at the Toyota dealership.  As anyone who is a fan of the FJ series knows, they are prone to rust.  That makes the originality and meticulous care of this one all the more cherished.  Maintenance overall has been top shelf.  The previous owner took care of some problem areas around the wheel wells and they have held up nicely. 

The color of this FJ62 is called Beige Metallic.  This certainly was consistent with the Safari intentions of the original series.  Appropriately, it is almost exactly the same color as dirt that dries after spending some time on a county access road.  Pretty clever and suits the vehicle well!  The inside is the tan and brown color combination.  Overall, it is in excellent driver condition.  The carpet, dash, rear panels all demonstrate the care this prized possession has received.

Along with a warm cozy place to rest at night, the legendary inline 6 2F motor has sipped only the finest vintages.  Lucas additives were used occasionally and the previous owner is not at all a fan of ethanol.  Fortunately, we have some pure gas options in the area and he always sought them out.   It’s been given the care necessary to demonstrate its tractor-like tenacity and durability.  I have no doubt it will serve up many more miles of fun and adventure.

All the photos in this listing and quite a few more can be found at the following link –

https://www.flickr.com/photos/105315473@N02/

This is the last model year for the highly regarded FJ60 series.  Last model years like the Grand Wagoneer and the Mercedes SL series typically command the highest collector values.  I guess only time will tell with this one, but it certainly stands as testament to Toyota’s much deserved legacy.

The FJ62 is geared to be more accommodating at highway speeds and has a few other refinements that forecast the direction this flagship model would eventually go in the efforts to stay ahead of the pack.  Fortunately, it did if from the same handsome sheet metal lines and with the same purposeful ruggedness.  What other vehicle was designed to hit a rock at 60 mph without incident?  Exactly, not many and probably none does it better.

There are a few issues the new owner may want to take care of.  The driver’s seat has a tear on the side in the vinyl section.  The cloth insert in the same area is starting to separate.  Both are because the foam is a showing its age.  Aftermarket seat covers are readily available.  The vinyl section could be easily replaced by an upholstery shop.  So, you may just want to preserve the originals.

The mud guard on the passenger front tire is gone.  So too is the rocker panel trim piece.  They were lost when backing out of a snow bank – a badge of honor earned the right way!  These parts can be easily sourced at dealerships or online.  The new owner will also want to put on a new set of tires, at least before next winter.  These issues have been factored into the reserve price.

Out of respect to all bidders and the auction process, I will not reveal the reserve price.  It is set at a very reasonable price, well below the level at which she is likely to earn bids.  Please bid the amount you are comfortable spending on the vehicle.

I’ve tried to describe and capture through photos the vehicle in great detail.  If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to call.  My cell is (816) 786-7534. 

Load up your friends, family, some camping gear fishing poles or bikes and take this thing for another adventure.  It is eager to accommodate!  Thanks for looking and good luck bidding.

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