Description

Combining the commanding appearance of a vintage SUV with the functionality of a rear bed, this 1971 Toyota FJ45 is a distinctively great-looking classic. Its factory-correct Rustic Green paint is in fine form and accompanied by the contrasting white front grille that was a distinguishing feature of its model during this era. From all appearances, this rugged Toyota shows the earmarks of consistently good care, and considering the longevity its manufacturer is known to supply its vehicles with, is also well-positioned to offer plenty of fun-filled future miles, both on and off the asphalt. A look below will confirm this notion, as its undercarriage appears structurally sound and has been coated to protect it from any corrosive elements.

You're sure to be impressed by the accompanying interior. It's in clean shape and has had the good fortune to have been left in its original configuration, which only adds to this FJ45's vintage appeal. The split bench seat has been refreshed in period-correct black vinyl that, judging from its fresh condition, was performed not long ago and there are plenty of signs that the rest of this driving environment has also received its share of well-planned attention. The factory steering wheel still holds its place on the column, and the dash area just beyond it is another high point, with its unmarred painted surfaces and array of factory gauges still in place. A couple of those gauges will need a little attention to get back online, but with the main components all present and accounted for, this shouldn't be a particularly difficult procedure. Take a closer look and you'll see a metric speedometer that indicates this FJ45, which Toyota designed to be a global model, was once destined to perform its duties abroad.

This classic offers a really solid driving experience, anchored by a period-correct 4.2-liter, 6-cylinder F155 engine that's running strong and is standing by in a nicely maintained compartment. Fed by a one-barrel Nikki carburetor, the engine fires up promptly, idles smoothly, and runs through the gears of the accompanying 3-speed manual transmission with no issues at all. And when you get the urge to take on rugged territory, the factory 4-wheel drive function is in good working order and up to the challenge. Power brakes at both ends bring this timeless workhorse to a stop with very little effort.

HIGHLIGHTS
• PERIOD-CORRECT 4.2-LITER INLINE 6-CYLINDER F155 ENGINE
• 1 BARREL NIKKI CARBURETOR
• 3-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION
• 4-WHEEL DRIVE
• POWER STEERING
• POWER BRAKES
• FACTORY-CORRECT RUSTIC GREEN EXTERIOR
• FACTORY-CORRECT 15" WHEELS AND HUBCAPS
• BLACK VINYL INTERIOR
• SPLIT BENCH SEAT
• FLOOR SHIFTER
• METRIC SPEEDOMETER
• UNDERDASH AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

An outstanding representative of the Toyota brand at a time when its reputation for rugged dependability was being forged throughout the world, this 1971 Toyota FJ45 conquers terrain on a set of factory-correct 15" Toyota wheels and would be a great match for the collector searching for a seldom-seen ride with plenty of practical functionality. Call today!