1974 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 4-speed under $18,000
Entry-priced, lightly modified FJ40 driver about 22% under recent sales; a borderline deal that needs an inspection.
1974 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
Ended Why we picked it
Why we picked it: FJ40s that run, drive and can be used right away rarely sell for under $20,000 now, and the comparable modified drivers on BaT and at Barrett-Jackson this summer landed between $17,000 and $29,000. This Arizona truck keeps its 3.9-liter 1F six (with a Weber two-barrel replacing the stock carb) and a 4-speed manual with the two-speed transfer case.
The dealer lists a mild lift, a tubular front bumper, all-terrain tires, aftermarket buckets and a canvas top. The listing gives no rust or title notes and no condition report, so this is a deal only if the tub and frame check out. A dry-state truck is a good start for an FJ40.
The value check
When we found it, the seller was asking $17,995. Comparable cars in the same condition have sold for $17,000–$29,000, so the middle of the market is about $23,000. That put this car 22% under.
Mildly modified FJ40 drivers sold for $17,000 to $29,000 at BaT and Barrett-Jackson in Jul-Sep 2026; midpoint $23,000, so the ask is about 22% under.
- BaT 1981 FJ40 modified, $17,000 (Aug 2026)
- BaT 1973 FJ40 modified, $28,250 (Sep 2026)
- BaT 1978 FJ40 modified, $29,000 (Sep 2026)
What to check
- FJ40 tubs rust at the rear quarters, wheel arches, floor pans, and under the windshield frame and cowl; check every seam
- Inspect the frame at the rear crossmember and spring hangers
- Weber carb conversions can run lean or stumble; check cold and hot starts
- No power steering or front disc details listed; assume original manual steering and drums unless shown
- Mileage is not verified; ask for records
- Confirm a clean title in the dealer's hands
Making it drive like new
Start with the proven bolt-ons: JT Outfitters or similar power steering and front disc brakes, a Saginaw steering box, parabolic leaf springs and good shocks, and an electric fuel pump with a modern tank. From there, a 5-speed and an EFI kit for the F engine (or a full LS swap) turns it into an easy highway truck.
2 builders make a complete chassis for the 1960–84 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40. Compare them side by side, along with what it takes to stiffen the factory frame.
How it ended
The listing ended on Oct 23, 2026 with the car at $17,995. We don't know yet whether it sold.
What 1960–84 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 cars sell for
| Condition | Sales | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project | 3 | $3,400 | $8,100 | $8,200 |
| Driver | 42 | $11,750 | $28,625 | $52,500 |
| Collector | 5 | $36,500 | $54,000 | $87,000 |
| Pro-build | 10 | $38,500 | $77,250 | $122,000 |
Recent sales
| Car | Condition | Result | Date | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 | Project | $8,200 | Oct 7, 2026 | Bring a Trailer |
| 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 | Driver | $16,250 | Oct 6, 2026 | Cars & Bids |
| 1977 FJ40 Palatine IL | Driver | $36,500 | Oct 6, 2026 | Bring a Trailer |
| 1964 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 | Driver | $22,750 | Oct 5, 2026 | Bring a Trailer |
| 1972 Land Cruiser FJ40 | Driver | $16,050 | Oct 1, 2026 | Hagerty Marketplace |
| 1969 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 | Pro-build | $54,000 | Sep 29, 2026 | Bring a Trailer |
| 1977 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 | Driver | $22,000 | Sep 28, 2026 | Bring a Trailer |
| 1978 FJ40 Great Neck NY | Collector | $87,000 | Sep 27, 2026 | Bring a Trailer |
