1976 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser

Location: Georgetown, Texas

Why It's Curated: This 1976 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser is for sale in Georgetown, Tx. This classic FJ40 represents an ideal blend of preservation and thoughtful modernization. The original 4.2L 2F inline-six has been enhanced with a Holley Sniper EFI system, delivering improved reliability and performance while maintaining the engine's legendary durability. The addition of a front locking differential significantly enhances its off-road capability, while 33" BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/As on 15" wheels provide excellent traction and ground clearance. Notable comfort upgrades include leather seating and a properly functioning aftermarket AC/heat system—rare luxuries in these utilitarian classics. The seller's transparency about the honest patina and documented bodywork on the rear passenger corner, combined with recent maintenance including fuel filters and spark plugs, demonstrates responsible ownership. This FJ40 offers the authentic vintage Land Cruiser experience with modern conveniences that make it genuinely usable for both daily driving and trail adventures.

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Model History: The Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser, produced from 1960 to 1984, emerged as Toyota's answer to the Jeep CJ series and established the foundation for what would become one of the world's most respected off-road vehicle lineages. By 1976, the FJ40 had evolved into a mature platform featuring the robust 4.2-liter 2F inline-six engine, which replaced the earlier F-series motor and delivered improved power and reliability. This generation represented the sweet spot of FJ40 development, incorporating lessons learned from over a decade of global deployment while maintaining the pure, utilitarian design philosophy that made these vehicles legendary among explorers, ranchers, and military forces worldwide. The mid-1970s FJ40 distinguished itself from competitors like the International Scout and Ford Bronco through Toyota's obsessive attention to mechanical durability and simplicity. The 2F engine's cast-iron construction and conservative engineering approach prioritized longevity over peak performance, while the truck's ladder frame chassis and solid axles front and rear provided uncompromising capability in extreme terrain. Unlike many contemporary 4x4s that suffered from reliability issues, the FJ40's reputation for running indefinitely with basic maintenance made it the preferred choice for serious off-road work. This generation's influence extends far beyond its production run, establishing design and engineering principles that continue to define Toyota's approach to utility vehicles and cementing the FJ40's status as the archetypal go-anywhere machine.

Vehicle Details:
Year: 1976
Make: Toyota
Model: FJ40 Land Cruiser
Drive: 4 x 4
Miles: 115,000
Mileage Verification: Actual Miles
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Transmission: Manual (3 pedals)
Number of Forward Gears: 4
Engine: 4.2L online-6 2F
Exterior Color: Yellow
Interior Color: Black
State of Registration: Texas
Vehicle Location: Georgetown, Tx
VIN: Available Upon Request
Title: Clean

Details:

Engine & Transmission:
Holley Sniper EFI

Drivetrain, Suspension, Tires & Brakes:

Locking Differentials: Front Locking Differential
Wheel Size and Offset: 15”, -10mm
Tire Brand, Model, and Size: BFGoodrich, all terrain t/a, 33”

Exterior & Interior:
Rear top passenger side body work was done.

Leather interior
Working Heat: Yes
Working Air Conditioning: Yes

Other Notable Features or Functions:
Aftermarket AC/heat works perfect.

Recent Maintenance:
Fuel filters, spark plugs

Mechanical, Rust, Cosmetic Known Flaws:
No mechanical Flaws, some body rust(patina), and some body work was done on the rear passenger top corner.