The folks over at ECD Automotive Design in the US have whipped the wraps off a reimagined Toyota FJ … and it’s powered by a 6.2-litre V8 from Chevrolet!
ECD Automotive Design is renowned for its Land Rover Defender recreations, with the US-based tuner handing the previous generation of the British marque’s go-anywhere SUV a variety of aesthetic, tech and, most significantly, off-road upgrades. Now, the firm has turned its attention to the classic Landy’s old-school rival, the Toyota FJ.
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The custom-built ECD Toyota FJ40 is equipped with a selection of updates, outside and in … and mechanical. Starting with the latter, the ECD Auto Design-restored FJ boasts a 6.2-litre V8, which has been sourced from Chevrolet, and a six-speed automatic cog swapper. The soundtrack is provided by a stainless steel exhaust system.
To improve on the FJ’s off-road capability, ECD Auto Design has fitted the standard model with an upgraded suspension setup, heavy-duty axles, and anti-sway bars. The original brakes have been replaced with disc units.
On the tech front, the ECD Toyota FJ40 can be had with a choice of two audio systems — Sony or Alpine. Bluetooth connectivity is also included. A reverse-view camera is also present. The firm has also fitted the FJ with an LED lighting package.
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The pews are upholstered in leather, replete with stitching, and the dashboard is finished in the same hue as the vehicle’s exterior. A Momo tiller is also present, as are rubber floor mats.
The ECD Toyota FJ40 looks spectacular. However, it comes at a price. How much, you ask? Well, even before specifying it to your requirements, it will set you back more than R4 million.
