It’s no secret that the Toyota Tacoma continued its reign last year as the top-selling midsize truck in the US. While Tacoma owners seem to have moved on to the next trend (has anyone noticed a significant number of Raptor lights affixed to Tacoma grills?), a proper understanding of appropriate payload principles seems to be slowly catching on in the North American off-road scene. Like ultralight backpacking and trail running, will we eventually apply Marie Kondo’s rules of tidying up to our overland builds? Only time will tell. In the meantime, here are our top five Tacomas currently for sale on the Expedition Portal Classifieds forum.
1. 2000 Tacoma 4×4, Regular Cab
With an Old Man Emu lift, leaf springs, and new Pathfinder AT tires, this 2000 Regular Cab Tacoma provides a great base vehicle whether you wish to modify it or not.
From the owner: “The truck runs great, and everything works. AC is cold, heat is hot, shifts into 4×4 smooth. I was using the truck as a second vehicle and to drive five hours to our farm a few times a month, but life changes now mean I must sell it.”
Distinguishing features include:
- Rebuilt OEM lower control arm
- SPC upper control arms
- New headlights
- New Kenwood CD player, Pioneer door speakers, and sound deadening in doors
- Refinished 3rd Gen 4Runner wheels
This 2000 Tacoma is listed for $14,000 and is currently located in Arlington, Texas. Check out the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
2. 2016 Toyota Tacoma with Alu-Cab Canopy Camper
According to the owner of this 2016 Tacoma, the Alu-Cab canopy camper, canopy accessories, and vehicle upgrades were installed professionally at Mule Expedition Outfitters in Issaquah, Washington.
From the owner: “Truck has been professionally maintained and garage-kept. Low miles and in excellent condition. Buy as-is and enjoy an incredibly competent vehicle that can literally get you anywhere. All non-factory upgrades, including suspension, brakes, camper, etc., were installed this past June 2021 and have less than 5,000 miles on them. Clean Carfax can be furnished upon request.”
Distinguishing features include:
- Regeared axles to 5.29
- Method 703 wheels in bronze wrapped with Toyo AT 285/70R16 tires
- ARB Nitrocharger Sport shocks and struts and Dakar heavy-duty leafs
- Switch-Pros 9800 switch panel on driver’s side
- National Luna 50-liter dual-zone fridge
This 2016 Tacoma is listed for $65,000 and is currently located in Bellingham, Washington. Check out the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
3. 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road with James Baroud Rooftop Tent
Put together by the team at Adventure Ready in Seattle, Washington, this 2017 Tacoma TRD Off-Road is equipped with a James Baroud Vision 150 rooftop tent and RLD Design GhostAwn 360-degree awning.
From the owner: “Built this truck as a demo vehicle for our shop four years ago with top-of-the -line components. Used mainly for shows and photo shoots. Completely turnkey—everything works flawlessly. Less than 30,000 miles, almost all highway.”
Distinguishing features include:
- Icon Vehicle Dynamics Stage 6 suspension with billet aluminum upper control arms
- Warn winch mount bumper with Zeon 10 Platinum winch and Bubba Rope synthetic winch line
- Dual lithium auxiliary battery system
- Redarc BCDC battery charger
- Baja Designs light bar, fog, and rock lights
This 2017 Tacoma is listed for $55,000 and is currently located in Seattle, Washington. Check out the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
4. 2017 Tacoma 4×4 with AT Habitat
This 2017 Tacoma is outfitted with an AT Habitat truck topper, a premium suspension system, and appropriate armor and light upgrades.
From the owner: “Miles are mostly from long trips to Mammoth, Utah, and Yellowstone. All upgrades done at 55,000 miles, and installation professionally done (interior of the bed was done by me). Vehicle has been meticulously maintained. No desert stripes or painted over rust or damages.”
Distinguishing features include:
- C4 Fabrication front bumper
- Total Chaos Long Travel with King 2.5 coilovers and bypass secondary shocks
- Rear spring-under suspension conversion with King 2.5 shocks
- AT Habitat truck topper
- Dometic fridge/freezer
This 2017 Tacoma is listed for $58,500 and is currently located in Orange County, California. Check out the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
5. 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road w/CVT Mt. Shasta Rooftop Tent
This 2018 Tacoma Double Cab Short Bed TRD Off-Road 4X4 is equipped with both the Tech and Premium packages, which offer blind spot monitor and parking sensors, heated leather seats, a sunroof, power rear window, and auto brights.
From the owner: “Normal exterior wear and tear except some clear coat scratching from driving off-road. Interior is in excellent condition, including the leather seats. Serviced per manufacturer’s instructions with an extra oil change at 2,500 miles. I have all the service records. All recalls completed, including one issued in January. Garage kept the majority of its life. Never had a mechanical issue with the truck.”
Distinguishing features include:
- Studded Himalaya truck tires with Black Rhino wheels and lug nuts
- Gator Tri-Fold soft tonneau cover
- CVT Mt. Shasta Hybrid rooftop tent
- Yakima BedRock roof rack system with 68-inch HD rails
This 2018 Tacoma is listed for $43,000 and is currently located in Silverton, Oregon. Check out the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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