1968 Toyota Land Cruiser

This 1968 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 represents a rare opportunity to acquire a properly executed, no-shortcuts frame-off restoration project that is ready for final assembly and finishing. The heavy lifting has already been completed by Car Cave and subcontracted to respected specialist shops, with an emphasis on correct metalwork, long-term durability, and mechanical integrity. Watch a walk around video on YouTube at https://youtu.be/iGCDpnDT410.

The original 2F inline-six engine has been fully rebuilt by Bo’s Machine Shop in Augusta, returning the drivetrain to factory-correct mechanical health. Prior to teardown, the FJ40 was a running and driving vehicle, and the transmission had previously been rebuilt.

The chassis was stripped completely to a bare frame, then professionally sandblasted and powder coated by Augusta Powder Coat and Metal Restoration using a full-size oven capable of coating the entire frame as a single unit. An important detail rarely achieved on home or partial restorations.

All body rust repair and metal correction was performed by Tootle Fabrication in Waynesboro. The body was repaired entirely in metal with zero filler used; every panel was reworked properly before being sprayed in primer. This provides an exceptional foundation for final paint, whether factory-correct or custom.

The suspension has been upgraded with a new Old Man Emu system, delivering improved ride quality and drivability while maintaining the Land Cruiser’s legendary off-road capability. Both axles were fully stripped, individually powder coated, and professionally rebuilt by Driveline Service in Morrow.

Included with the project are all glass components, removed parts, and available receipts/documentation detailing the work performed to date. Due to time constraints, the project will not be completed, presenting the next owner with the chance to finish a Land Cruiser the right way. The new owner can start with an exceptionally solid, professionally restored foundation.

Approximately $45,000 has been invested in this build so far. For the buyer seeking a high-quality FJ40 project with the most labor-intensive and critical stages already completed, this is a compelling and increasingly hard-to-find opportunity.