The FJ’s Spirit Lives On
Toyota’s new Land Cruiser FJ takes plenty of design cues from the old FJ Cruiser – short overhangs, boxy panels, and a classic round-headlight face – but it stops short of being a full revival. Built on the IMV platform in Thailand, the compact SUV aims at emerging markets across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. The US and Europe won’t see it, and that’s a letdown for fans who’ve been yearning for a proper FJ revival.
For some, the new Land Cruiser FJ feels more like a “spiritual successor” – it looks nostalgic, yes, but it doesn’t carry the same personality that made the original such a cult favorite. If you happen to dislike the new model – or just live in America where it won’t be sold – you still have an option. The original FJ Cruisers are alive and well on the used market.
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What Used FJs Are Selling For Now
From July to October 2025, more than 30 Toyota FJ Cruisers were auctioned on Bring a Trailer, showing a strong secondhand market. The average selling price sits around $38,800, with most clean, stock units landing between $25,000 and $45,000. There’s even one up for grabs, with a current bid of $20,000 for a 44,000-mile unit.
Collector-grade examples – like low-mile Trail Teams or Ultimate Edition models – command serious money. One 2012 six-speed Trail Teams with just 212 miles sold for $112,000, while a 234-mile 2014 manual fetched nearly $85,000. Those are rare cases, but they show how deep collector demand runs.
On the other end, higher-mileage or modified units typically trade in the $15,000–$30,000 bracket. Manual transmission-equipped models tend to fetch a premium, while lifted or customized builds often go cheaper. There’s a clear link between mileage and value – prices drop about $500 to $1,000 for every 10,000 miles until around 60,000, where depreciation flattens.
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Still a Safe Bet for Fans and Collectors
Whether Toyota eventually sells the new Land Cruiser FJ in North America remains uncertain. Until then, the used FJ Cruiser remains the most direct route to that chunky, retro off-roader experience.
Even if you end up with a high-mileage example, the 1GR-FE V6 under its hood is one of Toyota’s more durable engines. It’s not quick, and it’s not exactly fuel-efficient, but it’s proven to last. So if the new Land Cruiser FJ doesn’t win you over, the old one still has plenty of life left to give – both on the road and at auction.
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