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1966 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ45 lpb (long pickup bed). I have owned 12 FJ40’s and 2 FJ45’s in the past 30 years
and I am the 3rd owner of this truck. This awesome FJ45 continues to appreciate in value due to the unique
appearance, mechanical condition and rarity of the FJ45 lpb trucks. They were imported to the U.S. only from
’63-’67. According to SOR and Cool Cruisers the early models of FJ40s and FJ45s were manufactured with a higher
grade-quality and thicker steel than in the later years from mid '70s to early '80s. I have found that to be very
true...and this truck proves it.
These trucks are the toughest in the world and are still used in South America, Australia, the Middle East and
Africa. I’m not an off-roader, but do appreciate the capabilities of these trucks and their one-of-a-kind rugged
appearance. Therefore, all of my FJ’s, including this one and the ’80 FJ40 I also own have been ‘babied’,
as IH8MUD.
This truck has been garage kept and driven on-road only. I have invested countless hours and dollars into improving
on what was already a very solid truck when I purchased it. This truck is ready to be your daily driver.
Since the truck was manufactured before 1981, it does not have a 17-digit VIN. The VIN on the original plate
(engine compartment-passenger side)matches the VIN on the Texas title.
According to SOR documentation, this truck was built in June of 1966, as May 1966 - June 1966 VIN’s 26778 –
27127 were manufactured.
I have a clear Texas title.
Quote from a Land Cruiser expert that saw my ad and messaged me: "I've worked on that truck myself and after the
finishes you've done to it I believe it to be a good honest truck I would value it easily in mid-twenties in todays
market. Good luck with your sale". He previously worked for Toyotas "R" Us (now Classic Cruisers) in Salida, CO.
Original color was Freeborn Red and later repainted Freeborn Red.
6 cyl. F engine replaced by Classic Cruisers in Salida, CO (formerly Toyotas "R" Us) with Chev. 350 V8, Edelbrock
carb. and dual exhaust.
3-speed transmission replaced by Classic Cruisers with 4-speed transmission and transfer, therefore it will blast
down the interstate at 70-80 mph with ease! Those major improvements totaled $5, 800.
Interco Super Swamper TSL (three stage lug) 33 x 12.50 R16.5 LT tires (made in the U.S.A.) have with 80% tread life
remaining. Slotted deep-dish black wheels with locking lug nuts.
Solid leaf suspension (with 2" lift) and Pre-Runner shocks.
Removable top, cab, and doors.
Block heater plug for that ‘just-in-case’ ventures in cold temps.
Recently over $6, 150 (parts & labor) was invested in the following:
Replaced with new or refurbished:
Sun visors
Steering wheel
Turn signal post control and wiring harness
Instrument panel
Halogen headlights
Battery with all cables
Door limiters
Heater (newer FJ40 style)
Upholstery heavy duty marine vinyl with extra cushioning seat backs and bottoms (both 60 and 40 side)
Window control arms
Door latches
Headache rack in bed
Turn signal lights (2 amber)
Running lights (2 amber)
Front Toyota emblem and grill
Side Toyota emblems
Zero-rust protective coating underneath and Raptor bed lining in cab floorboard and rear bed. This was done in
Freeborn Red color.
Complete clutch kit
Alternator and belt
‘Kill” switch ignition system (nice security device)
Temperature gauge
Oil pressure gauge
All lights re-wired (even the dome-light works)
4-speed Transmission shifts smoothly
Transfer engages properly
WARN locking front hubs function properly
5 tie-downs each side and 3 on the tailgate are solid
Tailgate latches and chains function properly
Has a ‘Female’ towing receiver mounted to heavy duty chassis. (I have never towed anything with it).
Antennae and cable mounted ready for hook-up.
This solid truck only had a small rust issue in the driver-side floor board and it was professionally replaced with
a Toyota OEM steel panel.
Measurements:
Height – Total 77 ½ “ including ‘ears’ on headache rack
75” ground to top of cab
Width – 66 ½ “ widest point at bed. Add almost 2” each tire for total under 70”
Length – 105” = 16’ ft. 3” total front bumper to tailgate hinge
Items that I simply ran out of time in preparing it for the new owner:
Undercoating on chassis, bed and cab for appearance &
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