1978 | Toyota BJ40 Land Cruiser

This 1978 Toyota BJ40 Land Cruiser has been fully-restored and custom-designed during a years-long process completed in Costa Rica in 2024. The vehicle underwent a comprehensive frame-off restoration, directed by a United States-based architect with Costa Rican roots, overseeing every aspect of the build directly. The exterior is finished in factory-correct Mustard Yellow (color 532), and the restoration process included sandblasting, refinishing, and repainting the body and frame. Additional exterior details include gloss black finishes on the suspension, bumpers, roll bar, and original 15-inch steel wheels with Goodyear Custom Xtra Grip Hi-Miler tires.

The interior features custom-designed front bucket seats, a forward-facing rear bench, and a redesigned dashboard layout. All seating and interior surfaces are upholstered in premium Crest Italian Leather in Tuscany accented with diamond stitching. Modern elements integrated into the dashboard include recessed switches, LED lighting, updated instrumentation, USB charging outlets, and a Boss touchscreen digital infotainment system. Additionally, the vehicle includes air conditioning and heating systems for enhanced comfort.

Mechanically, the BJ40 retains its original rebuilt Toyota "B" 3.0-liter inline four-cylinder diesel engine, paired with an H41 four-speed manual transmission and dual-range transfer case. The restoration included updates and refurbishments to the power steering, braking, suspension, and electrical systems. Key mechanical improvements include power-assisted front disc and rear drum brakes, new leaf springs, shock absorbers, articulating shackles, a new wiring harness, hoses, belts, starter, and battery, alongside upgraded LED lighting.

Offered with a clean New Jersey title, import documentation, and a CarScore inspection report, this Toyota BJ40 Land Cruiser displays 78 miles since restoration completion. It presents an opportunity to acquire a meticulously restored classic with thoughtful modernization suitable for both collectors and off-road enthusiasts.

Exterior Restoration:
 

• Comprehensive frame-off restoration

• Sandblasting, refinishing, and repainting body and frame in Mustard Yellow (factory color 532)

• Gloss black finish applied to suspension components, bumpers, roll bar, and original wheels

• Installation of Goodyear Custom Xtra Grip Hi-Miler tires on 15-inch steel wheels

• Addition of upgraded LED lighting
   

Interior Customization:
 

• Installation of custom-designed front bucket seats and forward-facing rear bench seat

• Upholstery in Tuscany Crest Italian Leather with diamond stitching

• Redesigned dashboard with recessed switches, modern instrumentation, and LED lighting

• Addition of USB charging outlets and a Boss touchscreen digital infotainment system

• Integration of air conditioning and heating systems
   

Mechanical Restoration and Upgrades:
 

• Complete rebuild of original Toyota “B” 3.0-liter inline four-cylinder diesel engine

• Rebuilt H41 four-speed manual transmission and dual-range transfer case

• Refurbished and upgraded power steering system

• Installation of power-assisted front disc brakes and rear drum brakes with new components

• Upgraded suspension including new leaf springs, shock absorbers, and articulating shackles

• Complete electrical overhaul with new wiring harness

• Replacement of hoses, belts, starter, and battery

• Enhanced with LED lighting for reliability and visibility