About the Toyota FJ60 / 60 Series Land Cruiser
The FJ60 is the wagon that launched Toyota’s 60 Series Land Cruiser line, produced from 1981 to 1987 and built around the durable 2F inline-six. As the first 60 Series Land Cruiser, the FJ60 paired genuine go-anywhere capability with a level of everyday comfort the earlier Cruisers never offered, which is exactly why the 60 Series remains one of the most sought-after platforms we restore. Whether you call it an FJ60 or a 60 Series Land Cruiser, it’s a truck worth bringing back to life, and we restore and build them from the ground up right here in Belle Plaine, Kansas.
Custom FJ60 Builds
Restored FJ60 Land Cruisers
A restored FJ60 is a different conversation than a custom build. A true restoration brings the truck back to factory correct condition, original colors, original interior materials, and the original drivetrain refreshed to run like new. No modernization, no creative liberties, just the FJ60 the way Toyota built it, only better, because every system has been gone through.
We handle FJ60 restorations from start to finish in our Belle Plaine, Kansas shop. Every panel gets addressed, rust gets cut out and replaced with new metal, the drivetrain gets rebuilt or refreshed, and the interior gets restored with period-correct materials.
We typically have finished, restored FJ60 Land Cruisers for sale. Check our currently available page or recently sold gallery for examples.
FJ60 LS V8 Conversions & Engine Options
Under the hood, you have choices. US market FJ60s came with a 4-speed manual paired to the 2F engine. If you love rowing gears, we can upgrade you to the sought-after 5-speed H55F transmission while keeping that classic driving feel. Or we can pull the 2F engine, fully refurbish it, replacing pulleys, belts, seals and more, painting it up, and put it back in for a truck that feels factory fresh but drives like new. Not a rebuilt engine. A properly refurbished one.
If you want modern power, we do the full LS3 6.2L V8 conversion with a 6-speed automatic, the same transformation we’re known for across all FJ series. Better throttle response, better fuel economy, and the kind of highway manners a stock FJ60 will never have.
Not every FJ60 needs everything. Not every budget is the same. We work with you to figure out exactly what your Cruiser needs and build accordingly.
FJ60 Toyota Land Cruisers Currently for Sale
We typically have FJ60 Land Cruisers in various stages of restoration and custom build. Some are finished and ready to go. Others are in progress and available for a client to step in and customize from this point forward.
Browse our currently available Land Cruisers or Our Builds to see examples of our FJ60 restorations and V8 conversions.
What Goes Into an FJ60 Restoration at Our Shop
- Full body and paint restoration
- Rust repair, cut out and replace with new metal
- 2F engine refurbish with 4-speed retention or 5-speed H55F upgrade
- LS3 V8 conversion with 6-speed automatic
- Mechanical repair and drivetrain upgrades
- Interior restoration
- Custom builds tailored to your vision and budget
Free Nationwide Shipping on FJ60 Restorations
We serve FJ60 clients nationwide and we handle transport in both directions at no cost to you. Your Cruiser comes to us in Belle Plaine, Kansas, and we deliver it back to your door when the build is complete. You don’t drive it anywhere, you don’t arrange shipping, you don’t lift a finger.
FJ60 Land Cruiser FAQ
What years were the FJ60 produced?
The Toyota FJ60 was produced from 1981 to 1987, powered by the 2F inline six engine and a 4-speed manual transmission in US market trucks.
What's the difference between the FJ60 and FJ62?
The FJ60 features twin round headlights and the carbureted 2F engine with a manual transmission. The FJ62, produced from 1988 to 1990, introduced rectangular headlights, the fuel-injected 3F-E engine, and an automatic transmission. Many enthusiasts prefer the FJ60’s classic round-headlight look.
Can you upgrade an FJ60 to a 5-speed transmission?
Yes. We can upgrade your FJ60 from the factory 4-speed to the sought-after H55F 5-speed manual transmission, giving you an extra overdrive gear for highway driving while keeping the classic manual feel.
Do you do V8 conversions on the FJ60?
Yes. We offer full LS3 6.2L V8 conversions with a 6-speed automatic transmission, the same upgrade we’re known for across all FJ series Land Cruisers.
How bad is rust on a typical FJ60 restoration?
After 40-plus years, most FJ60s have significant rust that needs real metalwork. We don’t patch or hide rust, we cut out the affected metal and replace it with new. It’s more work, but it’s the only way to do it right.
Do you work with out of state FJ60 customers?
Yes, we serve clients nationwide and offer free shipping both directions on FJ60 restorations. Your Cruiser comes to us in Belle Plaine, Kansas, and we deliver it back to your door when the build is complete.
Ready to Build Your 60 Series?
Call or text us at 316-633-9902 or drop us a message. You’ll get a real person who knows these trucks, not a phone tree.