i've been itching to buy something like this..

[ERH]

Here are a few more to think about: TLC - Toyota 4x4 Land Cruisers - Sales Stock List

or they will build you a new one: ICON

I don't need one but it makes me happy just knocking around in it.

[kaisen]

Originally Posted by erh

here are a few more to think about: tlc - toyota 4x4 land cruisers - sales stock list

or they will build you a new one: icon

i don't need one but it makes me happy just knocking around in it.

icon = $80-110k

[Noah930]

I pass by ICON on my way to work. Their rigs are more like in the 145K range, IIRC.

[kaisen]

Originally Posted by Noah930

I pass by ICON on my way to work. Their rigs are more like in the 145K range, IIRC.

"Quality isn’t cheap, and the entry point for an Icon is $105k. Go nuts and you’ll hit $170,000 adding things like six-piston brakes and Chilewich seat covers. A typical build up runs $125,000 to $140,000k. He’s having no trouble selling them, either. Icon has sold 57 so far."

I was seeing the CJ3B they sell for $78K and assuming the FJs weren't $30K more. I was wrong.

I guess I don't have a $10,000 Toto automated toilet either. My $150 Kohler does just fine.

[vash]

Originally Posted by kaisen

I've been on a FJ40 information diet for the last week or so, being 'schooled' by a iH8mud guru. He says 1978 was the best year overall, but like most things -- the newer the better. Cool Cruisers (probably the most respected FJ restoration company in the US) won't consider restoring a pre-1976 model for inventory. He's looking at a 1983 this week on my behalf. One of 260 for the US that year, one of 30 with factory A/C and P/S. A similar low-mile rig sold for $35K. This one is more affordable.

i REFUSE to own another "almost smog exempt" vehicle here in california. if we move, i would buy a 78..

[look 171]

Originally Posted by Noah930

I pass by ICON on my way to work. Their rigs are more like in the 145K range, IIRC.

I was going to suggest TLC but I have become dumb that late in the evening. They are out in the valley. If you are serious, stop by and talk to them. I would have them do work on my LC, but I never need anything but tires, and oil changes. they did recommended getting all the parts re-torque under the truck. My wrench did it for forty bucks. Oh, one important thing, they eat brake pads. YOu could mod, but I just have them change out and be done with it.

[Mr.Puff]

Originally Posted by kaisen

"Quality isn’t cheap, and the entry point for an Icon is $105k. Go nuts and you’ll hit $170,000 adding things like six-piston brakes and Chilewich seat covers. A typical build up runs $125,000 to $140,000k. He’s having no trouble selling them, either. Icon has sold 57 so far."

I was seeing the CJ3B they sell for $78K and assuming the FJs weren't $30K more. I was wrong.

I guess I don't have a $10,000 Toto automated toilet either. My $150 Kohler does just fine.

OR, buy a real decent old Willys for around $6-10K.

1942 willys jeep

[Scott R]

Originally Posted by ERH

Here are a few more to think about: TLC - Toyota 4x4 Land Cruisers - Sales Stock List

or they will build you a new one: ICON

I don't need one but it makes me happy just knocking around in it.

TLC is good. Here is another:

Rocky Mountain Cruisers

[nostatic]

This is bad-ass. For some reason I like the mid 80's ones as well...

[Buckterrier]

Love the old ones. There was one I saw locally that had on it's spare tire cover....

"Hummer Rescue Vehicle"

[Seahawk]

Dropping Jack at a friends two months ago, made the turn down a cul de sac to get home.

Uh oh: FJ, Alaska plates at the bottom of the turn.

Two guys outside. I'm just stupid enough to stop and ask if I can look at the FJ.

"You want to drive it?"

Yes, yes I do.

The owner is a Navy Senior Chief.

His rig is a little rusty, a bit tired, but clean. It all comes back.

The search started then.

[kaisen]

Australian Land Cruiser ad, 1978

[craigster59]

I keep getting the 60/62 itch every now and then. I was drooling over this awhile back..

[Noah930]

There's a guy in Santa Monica selling a -60 with 124K miles, asking $7900, IIRC.

[aigel]

Originally Posted by craigster59

I keep getting the 60/62 itch every now and then. I was drooling over this awhile back..

Yeah, you'll be drooling from the pain and nausea it will introduce to your wallet the first time you fill up after about 120 miles on a tank. Especially with those tires.

I like those a lot but they are real gas hogs ...

G

[RWebb]

Let's have an FJ vs. Jeep Smack Down

[look 171]

Originally Posted by aigel

Yeah, you'll be drooling from the pain and nausea it will introduce to your wallet the first time you fill up after about 120 miles on a tank. Especially with those tires.

I like those a lot but they are real gas hogs ...

G

10 may be 12 miles a gallon. And they are gutless. unless you get then going on the highway. Off road, you better carry extra gas with you. the only thing is, that thing will get you home.

I was in deep snow in the middle of a dead winter storm in the Candian rockies, my 80 kept on rolling like it was in a dry parking lot.

[BlueSkyJaunte]

This is the real ticket. I've been lusting after a Pinz for ages...passed up at least 3 in the past 10 years. Never seem to have the room for one when I have the opportunity to get one at a good price.



Would make the perfect mobile hunting shack for popping prairie dogs up in WY...

[craigster59]

Originally Posted by aigel

Yeah, you'll be drooling from the pain and nausea it will introduce to your wallet the first time you fill up after about 120 miles on a tank. Especially with those tires.

I like those a lot but they are real gas hogs ...

G

I had a 62 as a DD for years. As long as you kept it under 70mph (which wasn't hard) you could get decent mileage (15 hwy). Gas prices are what keep me from picking up another one right now but the one pictured is a "1/2 cut" diesel. 18 to 22 mpg and it will pull the grade at Castaic heading north on the 5 at 80mph.

Specter Off-Road Land Cruiser Parts - Page 035 Land Cruiser Engines

[kaisen]

Hmmm...... $9-11K for a half cut diesel. Plus shipping. Plus labor.

All to save 3-7 mpg using a fuel that costs 10% more.

That'll pay itself off in, oh, say, fourty years.