2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser For Sale

This 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser in Santa Ynez, California, is a heavily used but mechanically robust overlander with 365,608 documented miles—and likely over 376,000 actual miles due to tire size changes. Owned and driven daily for 19 years by a general contractor, it’s completed multiple cross-country trips (including towing 3,000 lbs) and served as a mobile workshop and camper. Currently non-starting after a coolant hose failure led to overheating, it presents as a project for a skilled buyer: the engine ran flawlessly until recently, but now requires diagnosis (suspected timing chain issue). Packed with high-quality off-road gear, custom storage, and recent tires, it’s priced at $5,000 for quick sale.

Condition

• Exterior shows honest wear, including minor dings, large dent in front right quarter panel, pitted hood paint from road debris
• Front windshield has passenger-side crack (not obstructing driver view)
• Interior worn from work use includes scratches on surfaces, hole in driver’s seat outer bolster (covered by quality seat covers)
• Rear seats removed; replaced with custom plywood platform and locking under-deck storage
• Body Mount Chop performed at front wheels

Known Issues

• Does not start after overheating incident (radiator hose detached, steam observed)
• Battery light illuminated; batteries tested good
• Multiple dashboard warning lights for last 100,000 miles (mechanics unable to diagnose without major disassembly)
• Suspected timing chain misalignment (per last mechanic)
• Airbag light intermittently on
• Front axle boots need replacement
• Warn rear bumper dented and rusted; backup sensors non-functional
• Fog lights removed due to cracked lenses (wiring remains)

Upgrades & Features

• 2" Old Man Emu lift with medium shocks
• 17" Pro Comp wheels (powder-coated white, chipped at hubs)
• Brand-new Yokohama Geolandar A/T4 tires (285/70R17, less than 1,000 miles, includes spare)
• Fab Four front bumper with Warn Powerplant winch (intermittent operation)
• Sherpa aluminum roof rack (powder-coated white) with full-width accessory plate—fits 4x8 plywood
• Dual batteries with auxiliary wiring
• Jenson Apple CarPlay stereo
• Front and side window visors
• Two locking rear metal drawers (high-quality, smooth operation)
• Custom rear bug screen (Velcro-mounted)
• Interior rear door and window release latches
• Rear 12V outlet relocated to front footwell; two additional always-on 12V plugs in center console
• Differential breather installed
• Aftermarket upper control arms

Additional Information

• Accident history includes a rear driver-side impact that bent the rear axle (replaced at a Toyota dealer) and a later rear-end collision that dented the left rear of the Warn bumper
• Spent 9 years in Colorado, 5 years in Virginia (acquired minor rust), and the last 5 years in Southern California
• Original rear seats are included and were rarely used
• An inflatable mattress fits the custom sleeping platform
• More photos available in this reply and the replies that follow
• Seller is selling to purchase a larger truck with greater towing capacity and does not have time to address current mechanical issues