1989 Toyota FJ62 Land Cruiser Review: Driving Ed's 312k-Mile 60-Series, Owned Since 1993!

[@cherokeelaketennessee7895]

Your review perfectly describes my 1989 FJ62, from play in the steering to no power but she always gets me where I want to go. My chiropractor bought the one I own brand new in 1989 and I have every service record that's ever been done to it. I still have the window sticker for mine, it was $23,500 in 1989. My first Land Cruiser was a 1983 FJ60 and I'm almost back where I started from almost 30 years ago. I've owned no less than a dozen FZJ80s and 3 100 series but the 60 has and always will be my favorite. I don't drive it much but to this day I can't get fuel without someone coming up and talking to me about it. After a day of driving my 62, my 2022 Tundra feels like a luxury car but no one ever says "cool Tundra".

[@hayleydanhirschfeld4862]

Great video, looks a really tidy truck and a credit to the owner, I have an 1987 60 series here in NZ. It’s an automatic in gold with the 4.0 6 cylinder turbo diesel which really suits the vehicle. I’m a big 60 fan so thanks for making the video.

[@OutMotorsports]

Thanks for watching! The truck is in really good shape up close. We didn't get the diesels in the U.S. but have driven a gray-market imported diesel Hilux Surf (our 4Runner) a few years ago. Definitely has a lot of charm!

[@melvinerik6565]

I guess I'm quite randomly asking but does anyone know a good website to watch newly released series online?

[@rafaellogan332]

@Melvin Erik flixportal =)

[@melvinerik6565]

@Rafael Logan Thanks, I signed up and it seems to work =) I really appreciate it !!

[@rafaellogan332]

@Melvin Erik no problem =)

[@bogotstogoskiing]

I love my FJ62. The thing is just a tank. Great video!

[@OutMotorsports]

Thanks! 👍

[@igorv4631]

are 80 series also solid like 60?

[@bogotstogoskiing]

@@igorv4631 80 series is. The 80 is a better truck in pretty much every single way. It's just not as pretty. :)

[@saiyadi]

1989 baby here... Its is my dream rig.. Fj62 3fe engine

[@kimpeter7934]

The land cruiser looks pristine. You..not so much .. lol.. Awesome review .. love these FJ62.

[@OutMotorsports]

...thanks, I think?

[@Jay-fq8uz]

🤣 wtf

[@oldtoyotas]

I love my ‘89 62, the V8 swap makes it even more lovable.

[@OutMotorsports]

Nice! Which V8 is in there?

[@oldtoyotas]

@@OutMotorsports 5.3L LS

[@easymoney8527]

@@oldtoyotas How much did the swap cost you? And how did you address the wiring required for the swap? I’m interested in doing the same with mine.

[@oldtoyotas]

The cost will vary, I was quoted upwards of $40K from a shop. It didn’t cost nearly that much. A motor alone will run you $1,500-$3,000+ depending on a few things. I have a long time buddy with a shop so I worked with him, sourced a lot of parts and stuff on my own. He did majority of the work, he’s the brains behind it. He handled wiring, but from what he said it was pretty straightforward if you know what you’re doing.

[@easymoney8527]

@@oldtoyotas Thanks. What motor & tranny did you install?

[@bildillamagasin]

Very nice Land Cruiser! :)

[@CyberPunk_Mariachi]

Is it true that you need to start on 3rd and once you reach 3000rpm change to drive?

[@carpballet]

“Automatics back then..”. Jesus h. It was 1989. Not 1939. “Back then” lol

[@OutMotorsports]

I mean... yes. But also, 1989 was over 30 years ago. We're getting old.

[@lobanov2454]

I just got one like that..09/88.. Same color...but is need restoration..

[@hashimkhantareen]

this ride available now

[@felixgmontilla]

That’s a rare version, since most of the FJ62’s are 3F carburated, was it modified? Anyway that’s a classic!

[@OutMotorsports]

All FJ62s use a fuel-injected 3F-E, assuming USDM trucks. We're not sure how they were sold in other markets. No drivetrain modifications to the one we drove!

[@frankierosado9709]

My 89 is fuel injected.

[@ACrowNamedPoe]

Your head is practically in the roof. How tall are you? I'm a little over 6' 6", I'm not sure I'd fit.

[@OutMotorsports]

6'1" - this was filmed a while ago now but "tight fit" stands out as a memory.

[@ACrowNamedPoe]

@@OutMotorsports ah, yeah if it's that bad for someone 6' 1" there's no way I'd fit. Shame, I've always thought they were great looking vehicles. I've never had an opportunity to sit in one though.

[@benbowman1876]

how many times are you going to say the suv you're driving is an FJ62? Use the time for making other points about the vehicle... Also, if you say it, you need to show it. For example, when you mentioned the round lights on an older model, show the other model with rounded lights-- whether that's a picture or a video or a side by side comparison.

[@Äł_Pąčīņø_Ř-ģ]

I prefer this master peas more than Lambo or porch ✌️

[@Icecold185]

Weird that cap on the engine says “toyoda”

[@edenseensindestructibles7527]

That's the actual name of the founder "Sakichi Toyoda" and the company's initial name. The replacement for the "T" has an interesting little background story. You can google for it :)