1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ60 LS Swap

Location: Santa Barbara, California

Why It's Curated: This 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is for sale in Santa Barbara, Ca. This FJ60 represents the golden era of Toyota's legendary 60 Series, transformed by a comprehensive LS V8 engine swap that addresses the original 2F inline-six's primary limitation—power. The LS conversion, executed with all new supporting components including gaskets, wiring, springs, and bushings, paired with a new automatic transmission, creates a Land Cruiser that maintains the model's renowned reliability while delivering modern performance and drivability. The 60 Series is widely considered the most desirable classic Land Cruiser generation, offering the perfect balance of capability, comfort, and character that made it Toyota's flagship SUV throughout the 1980s. The interior refresh with marine-grade vinyl and Vortex floor lining demonstrates thoughtful preparation for serious use, while the front locking differential ensures genuine off-road capability. With BF Goodrich KO2 tires on 33-inch rubber, this FJ60 combines the timeless appeal of Toyota's most iconic 4x4 with the reliability and power of modern LS engineering.

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Model History: The 1984 Toyota FJ60 Land Cruiser represents the pinnacle of the celebrated 60 Series generation, which Toyota introduced in 1980 as their most refined and capable SUV to date. Developed under chief engineer Yoshikazu Hanawa, the FJ60 marked Toyota's transition from purely utilitarian vehicles to family-friendly SUVs without compromising legendary reliability. The 60 Series featured independent front suspension, power steering, and significantly improved interior comfort compared to its FJ40 predecessor, while maintaining the solid front and rear axles that made Land Cruisers unstoppable off-road. By 1984, Toyota had refined the model through four years of production, addressing early issues and establishing the FJ60 as the benchmark for expedition-capable vehicles worldwide, from Australian Outback adventures to African safari operations. Against contemporary competitors like the Chevrolet Blazer and Ford Bronco, the FJ60 offered superior build quality and proven durability, though the original 2F inline-six engine was notably underpowered for highway driving. The LS V8 conversion addresses this singular weakness while preserving the FJ60's mechanical simplicity and off-road prowess. This generation's significance extends beyond mere capability—it established the template for the modern luxury SUV market while maintaining Toyota's reputation for bulletproof reliability. Today, clean FJ60s command premium prices among collectors who recognize them as the last of the truly rugged, body-on-frame Toyota SUVs before the brand's shift toward car-based platforms, making well-executed examples like this increasingly valuable as both collectors' pieces and serious adventure vehicles.

Vehicle Details:
Year: 1984
Make: Toyota
Model: Land Cruiser
Trim: FJ60
Drive: 4 x 4
Miles: 118,800
Mileage Verification: Actual Miles
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Number of Forward Gears:
Engine: LS V8 Engine Swap — Complete replacement with all new gaskets, wiring, springs, bushings, and supporting components
Exterior Color: White
Interior Color: Tan / Brown
State of Registration: OHIO
Vehicle Location: Santa Barbara
VIN: Available Upon Request
Title: Clean

Details:

Engine & Transmission:
LS V8 Engine Swap — Complete replacement with all new gaskets, wiring, springs, bushings, and supporting components
New Automatic Transmission mated perfectly to the LS for smooth, dependable driving

Drivetrain, Suspension, Tires & Brakes:

Locking Differentials: Front Locking Differential
Wheel Size and Offset: 33x10.50R15LT
Tire Brand, Model, and Size: BF Goodrich KO2

Exterior & Interior:  

Vinyl interior
Interior Refresh — Seats removed, re-covered in marine-grade vinyl Vortex Lining applied to floors for durability;
Working Heat: Yes
Working Air Conditioning: No

Mechanical, Rust, Cosmetic Known Flaws:
Rear driverside fender has minor rust. Easy fix