1978 FJ55

In 1967, Toyota created the J5, a series of vehicles with a different design than J4 LandCruisers. The J5s were not meant to be workhorses. They were comfortable and stylish, while maintaining the indestructible reputation that had been earned by previous models.

While the Land Cruiser was already an icon throughout the world, it was the J5that became a major phenomenon in the United States.The J5 was popular in America. Its off-road capabilities made it the vehicle of choice for many families who wanted to explore while camping or hiking.