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Rare Left Hand Drive 1984 FJ45 Troop Carrier

Please note that the VIN # in the description above is not for this car. EBAY's system was not recognizing the actual VIN. See picture of the vehicle's title with VIN #.

This Left Hand Drive Troopy is registered in Virginia. I bought the truck almost ten years ago and have been working on it off and on since. The tub has had all bad metal cut out and replaced. The wheel wells, in order to make more space in the back for forward seating, were shortened on the inside of the vehicle and original Toyota wheel well panels were put back in. The inside of the tub is fully line-xed as well as the underside and firewall.

It is painted in an original Toyota color from the 1960s called Horizon Blue. The color code is T808. Of course, the new owner can change the color. Due to being in storage over the last year, the paint has several scratches. I have some of the paint left, but it can be ordered at any auto paint supply store.

I have gathered extensive parts for the rebuild of this vehicle. I have all window seals, all glass, and window hardware. The front and back doors have all new mechanicals and regulators. I have a 1984 Head Rest Roll bar.

Also, the vehicle has installed a brand new, never used, Toyota OEM speedometer and an original never used 1984 FJ40 Steering Wheel. Both items were secured in the Middle East from a dealership that was selling off its old Toyota parts. I also have a rare front 2/3 OEM Split Bench which will need to be upholstered.

New Fenders as well. The Fiberglass Top is in good shape, but it not perfect. New owner may want to replace outside metal ring if you want perfect, but otherwise it is usable right away.

Frame has been worked on and gusset and a couple of mounts replaced. It is in great shape.

Please note, I have no mechanicals, that part you will have to source yourself.

The vehicle is not perfect, and I would not say it is “showroom.” But it is solid and is ready for someone else to take over, I have too may other projects and not enough time to finish this out.

There are other parts as well, and please call if you have any questions. 757-375-5890. Thanks.

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