They made and sold FJ44 just like these in South America. You need to do your research better. You spent a ton of work building this from scratch when you could have sourced the roof and doors from South America.
Every time I buy a new wrangler I call Toyota and tell the I bought a wrangler because they won’t build a FJ40. Now I want them to build a FJ44. I encourage everyone that buys a wrangler to let Toyota know you bought a wrangler because they won’t build a FJ40
G-Wagen killer! This Icon inspired rig is every little boy's ultimate dream. Definitely to be placed in one's list of car collections. It has the marrying of old school and new tech. Such a pleasure to have.
My God ... this is my dream build, Toyota FJ 40 4 doors. Looks good n the quality of the build - as usual - just awesome. Good job Mr. Ward, hope someday i can bring it home with u signature.
@@ICON4x4Design there is always one nay sayer in the midst of a thousand Ayes. It's a glorious piece of art and engineering, respecting the past with eye to practical future. If I only had the $$. Well done sir.
Lol I saw the Tesla Cybertruck and lost faith in humanity but then I saw this video. All is good with the world. This is my dream car, I've said that about several of your builds.
I am literally almost 3min in on this episode. I call them episodes not posts or videos because of how you dissect the rigs you and your team builds. Back to 1st statement, 1st 3min in felt compelled to say thank you. Not just for starting a channel, but for nerding out the projects on it. 1st seen you on hoonagain with the rolls badass build by the way. Then think i seen you again with a personal build witch was aslo badass maybe a wagon. Just had to let you guys know i love the builds, enjoy how the attention to detail is impeccable. Your team clearly leaves no fastener, knob, or comfort feature overlooked. More builder's should take note, your company clearly sets the standard for perfection.
If the redesigned Prado would come close to aesthetically replicating JW’s creation, Toyota could not make enough of them. A complete differentiation product compared to the 4Runner and LX600. With Ineos coming on line with the retro Defender, and the Jeep Gladiator/Bronco, there is an obvious market for true utility SUV’s. Give me Toyota’s quality over a Big 3 or an unproven Brit anyday. And put the UZFE 4.7 with the pre-22 Tundra 6 speed auto in it.
very nice and good build....my favorite all time vehicle Toyota Land Cruiser. just a question, why didn't you use a Toyota engine from a Tacoma or a Tundra?
Beside the design this has nothing to do with a Toyota Land Cruiser. It's a typical us american resto mod replica. Is there any original part on it? Aluminium body? LS3? LED headlights? Dynatracs? Fox shocks? Come on, as a real Land Cruiser fan, how could you like this?
Bandeirante's pick up doors didn't fit? Great design. But I allways asked myself Why you didn't had a dust cover for the disk brakes? Also, When you gonna change those uglies ARB buttons, and maybe those ugly heated seats controls for something of yours design? Like how you do the rear AC controls, but like better the front milled buttons that you use.
You’re totally right about Toyota doing better remaking the land cruiser with this body shape as inspiration. Im a toyota man stuck in a jeep wrangler because I cant afford to hire someone like you to fix an old land cruiser 😭
The reason why Toyota manufacturer wants to discontinue theirs icons Landcruiser lc 200 is few things many of theirs dealerships and dealers doesn't give many honestly customers and consumers appreciation , also they'll behave as every customers or consumers are multimillionaires, so when a customer or customers visit theirs place to purchase a Landcruiser lc 70, Landcruiser lc 200, the prices they hear is so embarrassed, look at what Nissan did to their Nissan patrol vehicles, Toyota manufacturer should learn from Nissan and not Toyota dealership and dealers insulting their loyal customers.
i just really need this cruiser. my 78' was badass but this is awesomeness on 4 wheels. just so i can add more to my savings for my retirement cruiser, how much is this? no, seriously, how much approx is it?
Love this look and build! Wish were a production version that was basic / more affordable for us rank n file, and in a I-6 diesel or even V-8 diesel. Love the Dana axles- my dad used to work for Dana.
Why i love your icon? You take so much hour and labour to resurrect FJ40 with outstanding quality. Why i don't consider buying your product (if i can afford it)? it lose it soul with too many modification, only the ladder frame and the outter looks left untouch (cmiiw). I can accept : - swap engine = more reliable - suspension = more comfort, and still enable 4x4 if done right. - audio (although i think u might not able to enjoy the music due to wind sound entering from every possible holes and un-aerodynamic body) - 4 doors = modificating something to more usefull and stylish - better departure angle at rear end compared to HJ45 troopy I can not accept : - changing the dashboard looks and parts that works exactly the same (why??? Why dont u put modern dashboard then - sarcastic) - seating : it already lose half the feeling of riding an old car (why not buy a new car? LC80,100,200??), why don't u hv a brabus/maybach style on a G-wagon instead if u decide to modified it? (Truly asking - not sarcastic) BUT, with your success, my comment is just a cheap opinion and i congratulate you for your capability to capture the needs of the market.
I forgot one more thing. Why should u swap to dyna? When the original axle are outstanding in quality on and off road? Maybe, i didn't pay attention carefully. if u install modern electric lockers, it might be acceptable.
Watching how successful Jeep has been with the Wrangler and Rubicon I have been praying Toyota would build an old school FJ 40 four door just as you have. TOYOTA Please do this!!!!!
Love LOVE this truck.. I also have been waiting for a hardtop. WOW.. You REALLY knocked this one Out of the Park... Also.. Your clients RULE.. So.. glad you have the ones with pockets deep enough to let you do what you do best.. HUGE Win..
true but if you're rich enough to afford one then you can buy one then engine swap it (i'm not sure but i do think they did talk to Toyota but Toyota didn't have the extra amt of new engines to sell them so they went with GM.. all of Toyotas engines are for production cars, not that many replacements around)
@@dunhillsupramk3 Still, drop something like the a 1GZ-FE into it. I doubt many people would care if you used a "refreshed" V12 under the hood. I know I wouldn't, as long as both parties knew what was going into it.
I have a BJ Troopy and it sways side to side after 80km/h on the highway. The non hard top version you have doesn't fare very well either stability wise and is easy to topple over. So what's the point of such a powerful engine when the handling cant be improved?
Toyota needs new vehicles in the states like this, but keep them affordable...aka well under $50k They would out-sell jeeps as long as they are affordable and reliable 👍🏻
Never met an ICON build I didn't like. Clearly the best FJ yet. Of all the builds, though that Hudson, Jonathan's own Desoto and the 65 Ford F pickup really stand out for me. But I recognize, it is all personal taste. Like I said at the beginning, never met an ICON I didn't like.
A very very beautiful job done on this vehicle and that color happens to be my favorite very popular in the early 50s in the utility Market which is now making its way back
I just saw a video of the cybertruck and now UA-cam recommended this video. I can appreciate both but Tesla is making me think of cars and the future in a whole new l way. Plus Tesla’s are cheaper than vintage cars.
that reinforcement cage in the inside is a killer ...want to do something similar under my Tundras fibreglass canopy to safely support the platform and tent
You are totally right toyota needs to come back to the old school design on the newest land cruiser il would be a awesome , those old land cruiser are already the best looking 4x4 by far
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Take your super cars, I'll spend my nonexistent money on this
I commented much the same. Hahaha.
Same. This is my sister’s dream car ☺️☺️☺️
@@robertcarldecker new trucks are not this beautiful. this toyota along with old Defender are the most beautiful cars ever
Now this is a sight for sore eyes after seeing what Tesla just unveiled.
@Clive Nyathi dayum ok boomer
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It’s hilarious that all these people saying ok boomer are gonna be what they consider boomers very very soon
They made and sold FJ44 just like these in South America. You need to do your research better. You spent a ton of work building this from scratch when you could have sourced the roof and doors from South America.
SEMA 2019 who? This is the truck that should have been there.
@@ICON4x4Design , The one you Guys had there was amazing too.
Of course its going to the middle east.... only people who can afford such a masterpiece
A shell without a soul.
And big thanks to your client! Funding the madness for us all to enjoy!
I'm kinda sure its that famous Dubai owner young dude Fazaa
why not a 4.2 turbo diesel from toyota , why is it that everything needs to a big petrol guzzling v8.
Why on God’s earth would you put an LS in this? Why not put the 5.7 liter Toyota V8? I was with you 100% until you put a GM engine in it.
Every time I buy a new wrangler I call Toyota and tell the I bought a wrangler because they won’t build a FJ40. Now I want them to build a FJ44. I encourage everyone that buys a wrangler to let Toyota know you bought a wrangler because they won’t build a FJ40
If it had a manual transmission, I would definitely spend my nonexistent money on it !
G-Wagen killer! This Icon inspired rig is every little boy's ultimate dream. Definitely to be placed in one's list of car collections. It has the marrying of old school and new tech. Such a pleasure to have.
You're like the Eric Clapton of cars! Simply amazing! More power to you, Sir.
I wish I had the money to bring you my K5!!!😍😍😍 Guess I’lljust have to take inspiration from ya!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Oooh don't check his inventory
My God ... this is my dream build, Toyota FJ 40 4 doors. Looks good n the quality of the build - as usual - just awesome. Good job Mr. Ward, hope someday i can bring it home with u signature.
spookily awful .. disrespect for a LAND CRUISER ...
@@ICON4x4Design there is always one nay sayer in the midst of a thousand Ayes. It's a glorious piece of art and engineering, respecting the past with eye to practical future. If I only had the $$. Well done sir.
If I had to guess a price I'd say somewhere in the ballpark of $300.000.
I LOVE it! Home run!! This is my most favorite build, and vehicle, period! I'm not coveting, I'm admiring your exceptional master workmanship.
Beautiful masterpiece like always!
Toyota needs to make a competitor like this for the wrangler and bronco.
Lol I saw the Tesla Cybertruck and lost faith in humanity but then I saw this video. All is good with the world. This is my dream car, I've said that about several of your builds.
Saludos desde Colombia ese es el mejor vehículo todo terreno y con 4 puertas esta de ataque. Mil gracias.
That's a lot of prefab. The results you guys get is some serious work. Beautiful job Johnathan.
I am literally almost 3min in on this episode. I call them episodes not posts or videos because of how you dissect the rigs you and your team builds. Back to 1st statement, 1st 3min in felt compelled to say thank you. Not just for starting a channel, but for nerding out the projects on it. 1st seen you on hoonagain with the rolls badass build by the way. Then think i seen you again with a personal build witch was aslo badass maybe a wagon. Just had to let you guys know i love the builds, enjoy how the attention to detail is impeccable. Your team clearly leaves no fastener, knob, or comfort feature overlooked. More builder's should take note, your company clearly sets the standard for perfection.
That is THE best Land Cruiser I have ever seen!
It also might be challenging the D200 for the title of best Icon.
Love it!
Geek Out!
Have at it!
Wow! Your team is *incredible*. Absolutely amazing.
Lo único incomodo de escuchar el video es el gargajo que parece que tuviese atorado en la garganta el tipo 😖
You lost me when you said Ls3 engine. It is a Landcruiser, and needs its reliable engine
@@ICON4x4Design its not the point. I never said that the ls3 wasn't reliable. It just needs its old reliable engine
Wish you’d talk more about the hard top since that’s really the focal point of this vehicle
If the redesigned Prado would come close to aesthetically replicating JW’s creation, Toyota could not make enough of them. A complete differentiation product compared to the 4Runner and LX600. With Ineos coming on line with the retro Defender, and the Jeep Gladiator/Bronco, there is an obvious market for true utility SUV’s. Give me Toyota’s quality over a Big 3 or an unproven Brit anyday. And put the UZFE 4.7 with the pre-22 Tundra 6 speed auto in it.
very nice and good build....my favorite all time vehicle Toyota Land Cruiser.
just a question, why didn't you use a Toyota engine from a Tacoma or a Tundra?
Beside the design this has nothing to do with a Toyota Land Cruiser. It's a typical us american resto mod replica. Is there any original part on it?
Aluminium body? LS3? LED headlights? Dynatracs? Fox shocks? Come on, as a real Land Cruiser fan, how could you like this?
Bandeirante's pick up doors didn't fit? Great design. But I allways asked myself Why you didn't had a dust cover for the disk brakes? Also, When you gonna change those uglies ARB buttons, and maybe those ugly heated seats controls for something of yours design? Like how you do the rear AC controls, but like better the front milled buttons that you use.
You’re totally right about Toyota doing better remaking the land cruiser with this body shape as inspiration. Im a toyota man stuck in a jeep wrangler because I cant afford to hire someone like you to fix an old land cruiser 😭
The obvious question to me is: Why not just start with a FJ45 Troopy? I guess when you have F.U. money, you can do whatever you want...literally.
Hi Jonathan congrats I remember years ago you were talking about creating a 4door hard top. Now you finally did it! The truck looks amazing.
The reason why Toyota manufacturer wants to discontinue theirs icons Landcruiser lc 200 is few things many of theirs dealerships and dealers doesn't give many honestly customers and consumers appreciation , also they'll behave as every customers or consumers are multimillionaires, so when a customer or customers visit theirs place to purchase a Landcruiser lc 70, Landcruiser lc 200, the prices they hear is so embarrassed, look at what Nissan did to their Nissan patrol vehicles, Toyota manufacturer should learn from Nissan and not Toyota dealership and dealers insulting their loyal customers.
I love your trucks. Too bad price isn’t given.
I know, if you have to ask you can’t afford it.
i just really need this cruiser. my 78' was badass but this is awesomeness on 4 wheels. just so i can add more to my savings for my retirement cruiser, how much is this? no, seriously, how much approx is it?
grandfather let in Russian that explained to the ATO I don't understand and jeep top car and I'm glad that ESO is such a legend incised on the roads
My dream
Love this look and build! Wish were a production version that was basic / more affordable for us rank n file, and in a I-6 diesel or even V-8 diesel. Love the Dana axles- my dad used to work for Dana.
Toyota please build this! Everyone loves how jeeps look, but we want Toyota reliability. Fiat is garbage!
Jonathan, you outdid yourself on this one! This is the build I've been waiting for.
Can u plzz upload restoration videos of these amazing cars,trucks.
Amazing work as always. I hope this thing sees some dirt, some fun adventures could be had in this fj.
I have Toyota Land Cruiser fj55 model in india , & i want to sell this product
The craftsmanship, aesthetics, attention to detail and innovation is just... Wow. I'm in love.
Almos like my troopy,,,, I think I need 250 k in upgrades 😩
Ugh...RWL in? Rock the RWL facing out or fit all blackwall tires.
I'll never be able to afford anything like this, but thank you for sharing. It gives fans of the style something to dream about.
Would you take payments? How about a wife and some kids as payment? Lol I need that truck in my life.
You could tell this one was a pearler just by the thumbnail.
Such a shame to me that wasn't on a 79 or 80 series chassis, that would have given it such a cool "this is what you should have done Toyota"
"Being the goober that I am . . ."
I want to see what ICON can do with a Pontiac Aztek.
preciosooooo. esta genial esl modelo y la remodelacion. felicitaciones papu
Why i love your icon? You take so much hour and labour to resurrect FJ40 with outstanding quality.
Why i don't consider buying your product (if i can afford it)?
it lose it soul with too many modification, only the ladder frame and the outter looks left untouch (cmiiw).
I can accept :
- swap engine = more reliable
- suspension = more comfort, and still enable 4x4 if done right.
- audio (although i think u might not able to enjoy the music due to wind sound entering from every possible holes and un-aerodynamic body)
- 4 doors = modificating something to more usefull and stylish
- better departure angle at rear end compared to HJ45 troopy
I can not accept :
- changing the dashboard looks and parts that works exactly the same (why??? Why dont u put modern dashboard then - sarcastic)
- seating : it already lose half the feeling of riding an old car (why not buy a new car? LC80,100,200??), why don't u hv a brabus/maybach style on a G-wagon instead if u decide to modified it? (Truly asking - not sarcastic)
BUT, with your success, my comment is just a cheap opinion and i congratulate you for your capability to capture the needs of the market.
I forgot one more thing. Why should u swap to dyna? When the original axle are outstanding in quality on and off road? Maybe, i didn't pay attention carefully. if u install modern electric lockers, it might be acceptable.
ì love it, i wish i had a million bucks 🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐
Man .....this is sweet!
I really love these classic vehicles. You forget to show us under the hood. I really wanted to know what engine power this classic beauty. Great job 👏
Watching how successful Jeep has been with the Wrangler and Rubicon I have been praying Toyota would build an old school FJ 40 four door just as you have. TOYOTA Please do this!!!!!
Love LOVE this truck.. I also have been waiting for a hardtop. WOW.. You REALLY knocked this one Out of the Park... Also.. Your clients RULE.. So.. glad you have the ones with pockets deep enough to let you do what you do best.. HUGE Win..
Top demais parabéns pelo trabalho 👍👏👏🇧🇷
Tu tienes el Toyota que me gusta, así largo en ese color...
I would have went with "Dynatrac" Prorock 60s front and rear.
I don't think would change the price that much, and those are more than bulletproof.
Love it can you give that to me for free? Pls…..
Lost me at LS. So many good Toyota engines to choose from.
true but if you're rich enough to afford one then you can buy one then engine swap it (i'm not sure but i do think they did talk to Toyota but Toyota didn't have the extra amt of new engines to sell them so they went with GM.. all of Toyotas engines are for production cars, not that many replacements around)
@@dunhillsupramk3 Still, drop something like the a 1GZ-FE into it. I doubt many people would care if you used a "refreshed" V12 under the hood. I know I wouldn't, as long as both parties knew what was going into it.
An Icon FJ is my dream daily driver
End goal is to drive this and take the grandkids out every weekend
I have a BJ Troopy and it sways side to side after 80km/h on the highway. The non hard top version you have doesn't fare very well either stability wise and is easy to topple over. So what's the point of such a powerful engine when the handling cant be improved?
Toyota needs new vehicles in the states like this, but keep them affordable...aka well under $50k
They would out-sell jeeps as long as they are affordable and reliable 👍🏻
Very Good Landcruiser...I Like
Always a treat to see the ICON builds. Classics!!
Never met an ICON build I didn't like. Clearly the best FJ yet. Of all the builds, though that Hudson, Jonathan's own Desoto and the 65 Ford F pickup really stand out for me. But I recognize, it is all personal taste. Like I said at the beginning, never met an ICON I didn't like.
What would a project like this cost?
Yo quiero un toyota de esos. Estas maquinas me fasinan
2:09 Please Please Please
Might as well get Wrangler Rubicon. FJ40 is one of the kind
Shell without a soul
How on earth is there any dislikes? Is it the video quality or Jonathan himself? Cuz this vehicle is a work of art, that has the skills to back it up.
If Toyota made a retro FJ40, they would sell a billion of them. It would have to be a true 4 door like this to compete with the Jeep.
Toyota Australia supply the mining industry this 4door with all the new running gear.
But in saying that, its not an "ICON"
Wow great job. You should see if u can get gozzard to produce doors and tops out of fiberglass for your 4 door builds so they are easier to build.
There was a factory 4 door called the fj45v but this looks 100 times better
that SUV looks awesome, how much such a car cost though
I say 200k+
What is the color again??
the color is similar to nardo grey
A very very beautiful job done on this vehicle and that color happens to be my favorite very popular in the early 50s in the utility Market which is now making its way back
Man that is sweet!! I'd trade my 2018 LX570 for that beast
I just saw a video of the cybertruck and now UA-cam recommended this video. I can appreciate both but Tesla is making me think of cars and the future in a whole new l way. Plus Tesla’s are cheaper than vintage cars.
My God its amazing God job sir
A year later and I’m still watching this video! Lost count how many times I watched this video 😍
that reinforcement cage in the inside is a killer ...want to do something similar under my Tundras fibreglass canopy to safely support the platform and tent
I really really really need to win lotto
I know this is probably not for sale, but if it was and I had the money at the time, I would definitely buy this.
Good job and nice tool/cruiser.
When are you going to move out of California and start making some real money? You're throwing money out the door, move to Texas.
i like this car,
super car....
Lead is the king of all fillers ! Nothing compares,
who makes that secondary AC unit? Webasto?
You are totally right toyota needs to come back to the old school design on the newest land cruiser il would be a awesome , those old land cruiser are already the best looking 4x4 by far
To the middle east ... i bit it is Dubai