Toyota first started work on the first J model in 1951 with the BJ. The BJ was meant just for the Korean War and was not for civilians until the 20 series came out in 1955. Toyota changed the name over to FJ. It shined until 1960, when the 40 series came out. The 40 had an all new 125 hp 3.5 liter F engine with low range gearing. The 40 lasted for 24 years, selling over 300,000. In 1967, the 50 series, or the "Moose," was released. It was a four-door wagon that took on the spot of the 40 series wagon. In 1980, the 50 series stepped down and Toyota brought in the 60 series. It was a great upgrade to the 50 series, offering things like air-conditioning and a rear heater and an upgraded interior. The 2F engine was still the same as the 40 series, but a new six-cylinder 4.0 liter 2H and a four-cylinder 3.4 L 3B diesel engine were added to the 60 series. As the same time as the 60 series was introduced, the 70 series was brought to the product line. While the 60 series stopped in 1990, the 70 series is still sold in countries like Japan. In 1990, the 80 series was introduced with the first of the Land Cruiser line offering more luxury and a bigger price tag. The Land Cruiser is still made today, but is more luxurious than the rugged, invincible "J" it was at first.
To even out the luxury Land Cruiser, Toyota made an all new FJ, the FJ Cruiser. It's a shorter 4Runner with more off road ability than the Land Cruiser. With a water forging level of 27 inches and the handling of a sports car, it's a perfect balance to the Land Cruiser line.
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