1980 Toyota FJ40 - Inquire - St. Louis, MO - 1980 Toyota BJ40 Land Cruiser Diesel
- Late Model Square Bezel
- Clear Texas title with Texas assigned VIN
- 3.0L “B” inline 4 cylinder diesel engine
- 4-Speed manual transmission
- Removable top
- 4 wheel drive with locking hubs
MotoeXotica Classic Cars is pleased to present this handsome and rarely seen 1980 Toyota BJ40 Land Cruiser. Fitted with the desirable and extremely durable 3.0 liter diesel engine, this is the true classic Sport utility enthusiast’s truck!
The Toyota Land Cruiser BJ-40 is a famously tough 4×4 that bears close resemblance to its sibling, the petrol-powered FJ40. These off-roaders are uncompromising, spartan vehicles designed for use in the harshest environments on Earth. The primary difference between the FJ40 and the BJ40 is the engine, the FJ is a gas engine and the BJ runs on diesel. There’s no small amount of debate over which is better but there are fuel economy and reliability benefits of diesel over gasoline.
Finished in it’s original shade of Mustard Yellow, this BJ-40 shows well with some minor imperfections visible upon close inspection, paint is recent, but not perfect, however it is perfect for its intended purpose! Both the front and rear bumpers are in decent condition with some signs of age showing. The contrasting white removable hardtop fits tightly on the truck. Trim pieces are all present, with a good finish. Weather-stripping is original with no tearing or shrinkage, but does show its age. Original equipment grey steel split rims are excellent condition with no signs of pitting or rash.
Inside, the original gray vinyl front bucket seats and opposing rear bench seats and all look great with no major signs of wear visible. The dashboard is painted body color and presents well, door cards also show well are are the same color as the seat upholstery. In the foot well, newer molded floor-covering covers the floor pans. In the rear of cabin the bench seats can be neatly folded away for more baggage space, or lowered for passenger use.
This nicely original BJ40 features, a 3.0L inline 4 cylinder diesel engine, coupled to a 4-speed manual transmission provides smooth everyday driving, but with available locking hub four wheel drive, H2/H4 transfer case shifter this Toyota is ready for some off-roading and tow package for hauling! Also included is a set white spoke 15 inch with “meaty” 31×9.5R15 Firestones!
Toyota FJs and BJs are becoming increasingly hard to find and have a well established demand in the classic truck market. This good looking and well equipped BJ40 will satisfy anyone looking for a capable off road vehicle that is collectible and offered at a entry level price point. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!! Please check out the other Toyota Land Cruisers we have in inventory!
Current mileage on the odometer shows 70,078 km and is sold as is with a clean Texas title
VIN: BJ40037975 Vehicle has been legally imported from Costa Rica and has a Texas assigned VIN number which is good in all 50 states.