[{"id": 14928331, "authorName": "Icontoys", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/icontoys/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by Icontoys", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720452923, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14928337, "authorName": "SnoDawg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/snodawg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nicely done FJ40 with a great stance. \r\nImpressive photos.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720452969, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14928341, "authorName": "Knuckle47", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/knuckle47/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@icontoys. Now THAT\u2019S motivation. Good luck, nice FJ40", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1720452995, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14928330, "authorName": "Icontoys", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/icontoys/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful. I\u2019ll take two", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720453102, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14928358, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello and thanks for the interest on this exceptional FJ40. My thanks in advance to @BaT for preparing and hosting this auction! This is a fantastic example of a beautifully restored and great driving FJ in gorgeous khaki paintwork. This truck is notable as it was restored by TLC 4X4 in California in the Jonathan Ward era, before the sale of the company. \r\nI\u2019m happy to answer any and all questions as well as show the car to any interested parties \u2013 just click the Contact Seller button. Good Luck - this is an exceptional FJ!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1720453186, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14928878, "authorName": "overton", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/overton/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice looking US Spec 82! Is there a tool kit in there somewhere?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720456888, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14929228, "authorName": "tlcamg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tlcamg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "From the very 1st photo, you could tell this was done right..! Someone will (hopefully) take home this prize in a week and this will be fun to watch the numbers climb for @seller. Have a looky here @boaboyoz", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1720458782, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14931055, "authorName": "boaboyoz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boaboyoz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@tlcamg gracias, amigp", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720464923, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14932120, "authorName": "Hostaman3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hostaman3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful 82 US spec fj one thing I would change is the door cards to the OEM ones .wish I could afford this one it deserves to sell for some big bucks $$$", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1720468209, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14936288, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Has the engine been rebuilt and is that factory a/c?\u2026thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720489416, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14936319, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Also what is going on with panel in photo 115?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720489788, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14936349, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pic 227 leaks? Leaks in general?\u2026thanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1720490181, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14936393, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Tires also look like older Bfg KO\u2019s not KO2\u2019s as the write up states??", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1720490659, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14936423, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any idea where the FJ40 was from 2000 until you bought in 2020?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720491053, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14936435, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks\u2026looking at Carfax now.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720491229, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14936550, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@overton thank you! Sorry, no tool kit. \r\n@RickGamble the FJ was owned by a Hamptons based collector from 2004-2020, where it was well cared for and lived in a climate controlled garage and used occasionally. \r\nThe engine, trans, diffs were all freshened or rebuilt as needed per TLC 4x4 Stage 2 restorations.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1720492821, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14936583, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RickGamble \r\n\u2022the AC is not factory, it\u2019s an adapted \u201cVintage Air\u201d style setup. \r\n\u2022Photo 115 are reflections / photographer - the body and paint are exceptional. \r\n\u2022Photo 227 appears to be general road grime and possibly residual coolant leakage - the radiator, water pump, thermostat and cooling hoses were serviced and or replaced as needed appx 1 year ago. I\u2019ll post receipts asap. \r\n\u2022Tires are indeed BFG KO\u2019s.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1720493383, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14938054, "authorName": "po_boy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/po_boy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I accidentally flagged seller. Sorry!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720536513, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14943502, "authorName": "Cclason", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cclason/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful US spec, appears really well kept and restored. I have a 78 FJ40 that I won in Feb on BaT which TLC did a stage 1 refurb in 2012 and runs perfectly. This example should sell extremely well, hard to find. GLWA!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1720557902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14952107, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Do you know paint code for the beige?\u2026thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720641747, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14952473, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RickGamble Beige #464", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1720643042, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14956339, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was waiting on someone else to ask the question but since no one has\u2026cold start video, driving video??\u2026thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720704609, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14956858, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RickGamble I\u2019ll be posting videos in the next day or two !", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1720709526, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14963794, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1720748526, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14971431, "authorName": "Flash1972", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flash1972/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does the truck maintain all of the original SMOG equipment? \r\n\r\nAnd, is registration current in NY?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720829411, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14971596, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Flash1972 it does indeed - See photo 231 showing the catalytic converter. \r\nRegistration has been current until 1/24 - photo 247 shows the registration and NY state inspection.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1720831248, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14972575, "authorName": "Flash1972", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flash1972/", "bidAmount": 30000, "content": "$30,000 bid placed by Flash1972", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720848063, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14973091, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How well does the a/c work at cooling the FJ down? What temperature of air when on is blowing out vents?\u2026thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720874667, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14973610, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RickGamble the AC is effective at keeping the cabin cool - I never took a temp reading and likely cannot accommodate this request before the auction end.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720881068, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14974653, "authorName": "AOAROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aoarob/", "bidAmount": 33000, "content": "$33,000 bid placed by AOAROB", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720890148, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14983991, "authorName": "blue2020", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blue2020/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does it burn or leak oil? Approximate age of brakes. Any known issues. Any know damage or repairs to body? Any needed repairs? All gauges function?\r\n\r\nWhat parts are not original? Thank you.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720993690, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14984074, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@blue2020\r\n\u2022The truck does not burn or leak oil \r\n\u2022Brakes always checked on yearly mechanical inspections and within spec \r\n\u2022No damage or repairs to body \r\n\u2022No known needed repairs \r\n\u2022All gauges function\r\nThis FJ is ready to enjoy", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1720994692, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14984203, "authorName": "Jsadams", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jsadams/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "300 miles driven in 4 years\u2026never owned an FJ, but I\u2019d like to believe I\u2019d have it out as often as I could on a warm summer day! Beautiful ride, GLWA.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1720996268, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14984702, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 33500, "content": "$33,500 bid placed by RickGamble", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721003361, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14984784, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Photo 156\u2026looks like headliner is drooping??", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721004593, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14984854, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RickGamble Not so - there are shadows and reflections going on, but no drooping. Look at the seam that travels up and over the roll bar area - and then follow the headliner forward to the visors - the area over the driver and passenger compartment is taught and consistent.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1721005528, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14984874, "authorName": "Rambis14", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rambis14/", "bidAmount": 35000, "content": "$35,000 bid placed by Rambis14", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721005878, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14984910, "authorName": "AOAROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aoarob/", "bidAmount": 37000, "content": "$37,000 bid placed by AOAROB", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721006323, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14985284, "authorName": "mattexplore", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mattexplore/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "At what mileage did the TLC 4x4 refurbishment take place?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721015974, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14985347, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mattexplore the restoration work was completed at circa 130k miles in 1999-2000", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721018201, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14985618, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 37500, "content": "$37,500 bid placed by RickGamble", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721041550, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14985631, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Restore done 24 years ago and only driven 300 miles in last four years how will this FJ hold up when driving every day? Will seals start leaking etc.?? Will it need another mechanical restore?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721042029, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14985802, "authorName": "AOAROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aoarob/", "bidAmount": 39000, "content": "$39,000 bid placed by AOAROB", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721047545, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14985840, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 40000, "content": "$40,000 bid placed by RickGamble", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721048155, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14985844, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Date code on tires?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1721048232, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14985889, "authorName": "AOAROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aoarob/", "bidAmount": 41000, "content": "$41,000 bid placed by AOAROB", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721048843, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14986291, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RickGamble On the contrary; most would argue that a U.S. spec FJ restored by the best, and maintained/kept by 2 collectors with occasional light use.... still presenting as this one does in these photos and videos - is testament to it being an exceptional FJ. Therefore *not* being in need of restoration, having more than proven itself. \r\n\r\nTo those emailing: \r\n\u2022The original California title \"pink slip\" in the original owner's name will accompany the sale. \r\n\u2022The Transfer Case works smoothly and low range gears are in great shape. \r\n\u2022The Paintwork has no flaws and presents with a deep gloss - is show quality. \r\n\u2022The BFG tires are older, but with great tread depth and no dry rot. \r\n\u2022The ancillary button to the left of the steering wheel is for the driving lights. \r\n\u2022The horn, wipers, lights, stereo are all functioning.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721053700, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14986308, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Final hours here for this fantastic FJ40 - any bidders with questions, please feel free to use the Contact Seller button. I'd like to thank all those who have shown genuine interest and of course all bidders - finally to @BaT for their excellence in hosting and managing the auction. Good luck to all bidding!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721053854, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14986723, "authorName": "blue2020", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blue2020/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "??? Are you a dealer? Listing shows private party? Is this your personal vehicle? What is the story on the FJ for the past four years?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721057929, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14987107, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@blue2020 I'm not a dealer, I am a broker (private party), representing sales for clients. Feel free to check my past BaT sales. The story for the past four years is that I brokered the sale of this FJ from one long time collector to another - both have large collections. thus the FJ received occasional use.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721060985, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14987213, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Date code on tires would be nice as any tires over ten years old should be replaced, even if never used. I\u2019m guessing the tires are over twenty years old.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721061810, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14987402, "authorName": "Cclason", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cclason/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This looks like an exceptional FJ. If TLC did a restore on 2020, it would be a simple process to send it to TLC again for a stage 1 refresh (Charlotte NC). They just did a 78 FJ40 for me that I bought earlier this year on BaT and it is a comprehensive diagnosis of every system. J. Ward/ICON no longer running TLC but the team and process is identical and I highly recommend them. This is a beautiful truck, GLWA the final hour!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1721062708, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14987636, "authorName": "artoftime (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artoftime/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RickGamble I don't have access to the truck at this hour and don't recall when the tires were done. I'll post info if I can get eyes on it in the remaining minutes.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721063796, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14987756, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks\u2026five new Bfg\u2019s are expensive!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721064204, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14987859, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 41250, "content": "$41,250 bid placed by RickGamble", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721064646, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14987872, "authorName": "AOAROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aoarob/", "bidAmount": 42000, "content": "$42,000 bid placed by AOAROB", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721064700, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14987880, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 45000, "content": "$45,000 bid placed by RickGamble", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721064735, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14987886, "authorName": "AOAROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aoarob/", "bidAmount": 47000, "content": "$47,000 bid placed by AOAROB", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721064752, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14987963, "authorName": "BlueRidge2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blueridge2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This truck is worth much more.....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1721065015, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14987973, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 47250, "content": "$47,250 bid placed by RickGamble", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721065052, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14987981, "authorName": "AOAROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aoarob/", "bidAmount": 48000, "content": "$48,000 bid placed by AOAROB", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721065067, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14988010, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 48500, "content": "$48,500 bid placed by RickGamble", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721065157, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14988012, "authorName": "AOAROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aoarob/", "bidAmount": 50000, "content": "$50,000 bid placed by AOAROB", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721065170, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14988055, "authorName": "tlcamg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tlcamg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now this TLC is getting the attention it deserves. Finding one in the condition is a chore in itself..", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1721065325, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14988099, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 51000, "content": "$51,000 bid placed by RickGamble", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721065461, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14988102, "authorName": "AOAROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aoarob/", "bidAmount": 53000, "content": "$53,000 bid placed by AOAROB", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721065473, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14988117, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m out\u2026best of luck!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721065527, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14988139, "authorName": "AOAROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aoarob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 7/15/24 for $53,000 to AOAROB", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721065594, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 14988832, "authorName": "Hostaman3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hostaman3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful fj I thought it was going to sell for around $65.000", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721067530, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14989719, "authorName": "Cclason", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cclason/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats @buyer \u2026. This is an excellent price. Enjoy!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721070809, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14993287, "authorName": "AOAROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aoarob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you all for the encouragement. I am really grateful and excited to be the current caretaker of this piece of history. Thank you Rick for stopping in time for me to afford this beautiful truck.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721091292, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14994350, "authorName": "RickGamble", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickgamble/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Best of luck with it\u2026I can\u2019t believe we were the only two bidders in the end of auction. Guess it shows where the market is right now with FJ40\u2019s.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1721125083, "type": "comment"}]