Another great build. I saw the video of the shop walk around, and it was very interesting. Next, I would like to see a video that takes a closer look at the people doing the work, I'm curious about the talent that can produce a work of art like that.
oh my gosh... I would LOVE to have this done for my dad on his FJ60! He would be ecstatic. He’s currently trying to restore it on his own after his 3 kids drove as high schoolers. Love the workyou do and the videos you post. Keep it up, please!
I wish you were here in Australia! these cars had a big following here - but no one was restoring them. The new ones are now $100,000 plus so very few being bought.
I have seen different year Landcruisers for sale in the Dallas area where you bought this one, and they are often so pampered that they don't even need a full restoration, mostly just an engine overhaul if you are really worried about it. I imagine that you paid about $15K for this one in Texas. From all the work that you did, all the new parts, and the amount of time that it took, I would guess that you had another $100K into it, before you turned it over to the new owner. It is nice that someone thinks so highly of this year Landcruiser that they were willing to spend at least $115K to get one that was restored and improved, but like you said, it will only go about 80 mph because it has the original engine, and it looks like you have to get out and lock the front wheels by hand to use the four wheel drive. The real usefulness and fun of these old Landcruisers is their off road ability and not having to worry about slight body damage and interior damage. But the cost and quality of this restoration makes this almost a showroom car. For all I know, the new owner already has a 2018 Landcruiser that will go about 140 mph, which they can drive on the interstate, or beat up off road, and just get a new one in 2019.
Lovely looking Cruiser. My favourite Land Cruisers have always been the FJ55, the FJ60, and the FJ62. The FJ62 was the last of the old-school Land Cruisers. This just how a restoration *should* be. Nothing that wasn't used in the original TLC should be used in the restoration.
I don't know why the 40 series LC was discontinued when It was without the 70 series to take its place. Sometimes I wonder what car makers are thinking when they do the things they do.
Awesome. So grateful that clients exist who are willing to preserve trucks like this. Curious what percentage of icon and tlc restorations get shipped out of the country.
I'm still smitten with the Old School Bronco... sigh ....but one of the things I haven't seen demonstrated was comparing the differences between stock and these "new" slightly modded restorations. What do you gain? What do you lose? And insight Jonathan?
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Love the 62... Mine spend some time in the TLC shop in the 90's! Still going strong.
👍thanks for sharing this video, beautiful Toyota.
WELDON GENTLEMAN....!!!
ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC TOYOTA LAND CRUISER FJ62 WORKS.....!!!
GREAT JOB...!!
Best rebuilder on the planet BAR NONE! Bravo Sir!
Thank you Jonathan for sharing your geeking out, as many of us do truly appreciate it!!!
You do realize those of us that watch your videos regularly enjoy the amount you geek out on the details, so please always over indulge your masses.
Another great build. I saw the video of the shop walk around, and it was very interesting. Next, I would like to see a video that takes a closer look at the people doing the work, I'm curious about the talent that can produce a work of art like that.
More geek projects please! I just can't get enough of these builds/restorations that you do.
Man , i love seeing these builds. Love when you geek out and do talk about. Some of us learn a lot from the videos.
You can geek out all you want, I love this stuff! Good job! I do enjoy the attention to detail. You literally leave no stone unturned.
As an Australian I dont normally like American Land cruiser videos but this one was bloody good. You guys do brilliant work.
FINALLY! A video on a TLC Land Cruiser! Original restorations are my favorite.
Its a beautiful job you have well done I love my 80 and would love to pull frame and powder coat.
I would say this is the nicest FJ62 Restomod. For me, a restoration means to take something to its original factory specification.
Beautiful! Makes me nostalgic for my old BJ60.
Very nice restoration! I would love to see you do a build with a 1960s or 1970s full size custom van.
oh my gosh... I would LOVE to have this done for my dad on his FJ60! He would be ecstatic. He’s currently trying to restore it on his own after his 3 kids drove as high schoolers. Love the workyou do and the videos you post. Keep it up, please!
Wow you did a great job restoring this classic!!!!! It really does look better than new!!!!
What a beautiful vehicle!
thanks for my morning therapy please deliver ASAP
Another masterpiece. Thanks Jonathan
That's beautiful, you never see them in Connecticut. Icon workmanship is unbelievable.
It's so well restored that I would have guessed that you used video from the year the car was made available. Top notch job!
I have the exact colour vehicle. Wish mine was stage 3 like this.
This is my favorite Toyota. I love the F60, manual 5 speed. ( :
I wish you were here in Australia! these cars had a big following here - but no one was restoring them. The new ones are now $100,000 plus so very few being bought.
As always. Beautiful craftsmanship!
Very Sweet
I have seen different year Landcruisers for sale in the Dallas area where you bought this one, and they are often so pampered that they don't even need a full restoration, mostly just an engine overhaul if you are really worried about it. I imagine that you paid about $15K for this one in Texas. From all the work that you did, all the new parts, and the amount of time that it took, I would guess that you had another $100K into it, before you turned it over to the new owner.
It is nice that someone thinks so highly of this year Landcruiser that they were willing to spend at least $115K to get one that was restored and improved, but like you said, it will only go about 80 mph because it has the original engine, and it looks like you have to get out and lock the front wheels by hand to use the four wheel drive. The real usefulness and fun of these old Landcruisers is their off road ability and not having to worry about slight body damage and interior damage. But the cost and quality of this restoration makes this almost a showroom car.
For all I know, the new owner already has a 2018 Landcruiser that will go about 140 mph, which they can drive on the interstate, or beat up off road, and just get a new one in 2019.
Finally, it's done right.
Seriously who gave this vid 4 👎? This is simply beautiful if I had the money I'd buy this and a singer Porsche
Mr Ward, your work is art.
Just gorgeous! I look forward to restoring mine!
Don’t “shut up”, beautiful rig, thanks for sharing!
Lovely looking Cruiser. My favourite Land Cruisers have always been the FJ55, the FJ60, and the FJ62. The FJ62 was the last of the old-school Land Cruisers. This just how a restoration *should* be. Nothing that wasn't used in the original TLC should be used in the restoration.
The FZJ70 is the ultimate old-school Land Cruiser
Emanuel Sacriste FZJ70?
I don't know why the 40 series LC was discontinued when It was without the 70 series to take its place. Sometimes I wonder what car makers are thinking when they do the things they do.
I'd buy one if I could find one in decent condition. I'd also have a diesel engine installed under its hood.
Quite simply beautiful and a credit to the client and to your single minded vision for a product thats the best par none.
I'm doing a full restoration on my hj60 this gives me inspiration every day for a year now and $25,000 in to it so far I hope it turns out like this
Love the way you Geek Out.. and Hey.. If the client wants it that way?? Why Not.. Well Done as always
Nicely! done you have sold me on the tlc suv's i love them i am a chevy man but my scale is tepping over to the later model land cruisers 200 series
can't wait for the 100 series to be considered vintage and see what you guys can do
Incridable work ..
Awesome. So grateful that clients exist who are willing to preserve trucks like this. Curious what percentage of icon and tlc restorations get shipped out of the country.
Stealth wealth taken to a whole new level.
Man, I'm always a day late and a dollar short. This is exactly what I want.
Soooooooooooooo much work! Holy crap what an amazing truck.
Amazing LandCruiser !!
Good job... Go ahead...
From colombia, nice job this toyota is a Rock
I'm still smitten with the Old School Bronco... sigh
....but one of the things I haven't seen demonstrated was comparing the differences between stock and these "new" slightly modded restorations. What do you gain? What do you lose?
And insight Jonathan?
Love the color
wondering what color code is that
I need this please tell me the price
Love your work mr ward, huge fan of the brand . I will be buying a steering wheel from you for my Cummins ram. I just have to find the adapter first
❤️ Absolutely Perfect ❤️
sick FJ
I have a mint Hj 60 sitting in my yard that has a 2H with a turbo waiting for frame off restoration.
When will Icon do a 90s JMD 70 series? 73, 76, 79 series with the 1HZ, 1HDT, 1KZ engines.
Someday I'll have an ICON and at that point I will know I have made it in life.
Hello Mr. Ward,
Is it possible to buy parts from your shop?
Thanks
Restoration on point!! as always
Absolutely beautiful.
I am more interested in your sunglasses. What's the brand? I love the tint.
I would like to see you restore TLC 80 series 4.2 turbo diesel high roof 87 or 88. Yeah, I know those don't get sell on US.
Will some kind soul please tell me what OEM stands for. I'm thinking original manufacturers but not sure.
Yes.
NERDS!
Love your trucks!
Are you guys going to sell the seat covers that you created?
An older Land Cruiser, is this worth all the time/money spent on an original restoration?
Yum! Yum! YUMMY!!!
That's insane Jonathan, and I mean that in the best way!
Very clean
Awesome job, amazing, must have cost a packet!
Very good
Not aware?! Dude, one day... ONE DAY I'll get my sweet FJ rebuilt from you
Hi Jonathan, what’s a car! Could you tell me the Colour and the code for it if possible. Cheers mate.
Very beautiful. I manifest this LC right now!))).
beautiful, but how much it will cost ?
What kind of tires are those on this rig. I'd love to find one of these legendary Land cruisers for sale.
Beautiful well done I wouldn’t want to pay that money for a old land cruiser I’d rather have a bronco with the new tevh
So nice.
Howmuch do you sell such car?
Seat and door upholstery looks like FJ60.
Would love to see a I on 73 to 80 Chevy truck or GMC truck
What does a full restoration cost?
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always like what and how you do it - ty
Love it!
where 2 buy?
Does it have A/C and radio?
Ford Ranger Splash 4x4 ?
Solid. The coolest geek out here Bro...
Amazing man
Nice video too!
How much $$$$?
Pure dream....
'89 Isuzu Trooper ? Original owner, only 68k miles. Might be a great candidate!!
What does it cost?
She’ll done I have been driving land crustier 23 year this one is the best model love this machine
Oh to be an enabling client of yours one day ;-)
want!!!! but with an erod LSA!!
Reverse camera... but where is the screen???
Only Cruisers or will you do Sequoias???
Beauty