The Lexus GX470 is a highly regarded platform for overlanding and a popular choice amongst our readers, with recent offerings including this 2004, a 2006, and a 2008. It’s also a favorite with the Overland Collective team and was subsequently chosen as an Expedition Portal Project Vehicle, and later showcased on our YouTube channel. The GX470 is a vehicle that seemingly excels in all scenarios and demonstrates that backcountry durability and plush interior luxury need not exist in a vacuum. This venerable 4WD is underpinned by the Toyota Prado (J-Series platform), which is a body-on-frame architecture relied on by frontline agencies internationally and built to withstand daily punishment in rugged environments. If you’d like a better idea of how this chassis can be uprated for exploration then check out builds from Lexus Offroad Adventures, Adventure Rig, and Outlandish Overland. Cue today’s 2006 Lexus GX470, which has covered 262,062 miles and showcases a plethora of desirable upgrades. At $7,500 OBO this is not just the cheapest GX we’ve featured but one of the best value vehicles we’ve listed period and would be a fantastic wallet friendly rig for the summer season.
From the Seller:
“Stock height overland rig. Older, but capable and reliable. The timing belt, water pump, radiator, and brake pads have been replaced since 2020. I have used and enjoyed this truck, but have taken good care of it. The original owner had it serviced at a local dealership. I have given it new air and cabin filters annually, plus synthetic oil and a quality oil filter every 5,000 miles. I have put roughly 40,000 miles on it and tackled some of the most challenging trails and obstacles I’ve ever come across. This tire size is a little narrow for running sand without airing down, but otherwise this rig has blown me away. It’s still one of the most comfortable vehicles I’ve ever driven.”
2006 Lexus GX470
The GX470 is fitted with a 4.7-liter V8 that delivers 270 horsepower, 330 pound-feet of torque, and returns a combined 15 mpg. A long-lived motor is combined with legendary capability thanks to full-time 4WD, high and low range, center locking differential, armor, and snorkel. Inside these all-terrain attributes are balanced with luxurious interior refinement, with driver comforts that include:
- Heated and powered leather seats
- Air-conditioning
- Cruise control
- Premium audio with Bluetooth receiver integrated into factory disc changer
- Phone holder and charger and PanaVise tablet mount
Distinguishing Features
- White Knuckle sliders
- General Grabber X3 tires (with full size spare on matching wheel)
- Rad Rubber fender liners
- LED lighting inside and out
- Noco battery charger, front and rear 12 volt ports, and USB ports (4)
- ScanGauge II
- Rear diff breather extension
This 2006 Lexus GX470 is listed for $7,500 OBO and is currently located in Portsmouth, Virginia. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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