Ford F-Series remains the best-selling truck in the United States, a title it has maintained for nearly half a century. During that time, it has evolved steadily, with engineers obsessing over incremental improvements year after year to maintain the model’s dominance in the segment. Ford is under no illusion that these vehicles have to perform, since they’re depended on by numerous sectors and they keep the wheels of the economy turning. Further still, with its heavy-duty chassis and 4WD system, it’s also the pickup of choice for those operating in hard-to-reach places, and it’s for these reasons and more that it’s become a favorite within the overlanding community. In stock configuration, it boasts many of the desirable traits we look for in an overland platform: body-on-frame architecture, a considerable payload and towing capacity, 4WD, solid axles, a choice of powerful, long-lived diesel and gas motors, and a well-equipped cab. This foundation can then be upfitted with almost unparalleled aftermarket support, with no shortage of parts and services readily available to transform this pickup into an around-the-world expedition rig. Without further ado, cue today’s 2000 Ford F-250 Extended Cab 4×4 (160,000 miles), which boasts the V10 motor, premium modifications, and a well-equipped Northland Camper. This rig has been used as intended by the current owners and is not simply a proof of concept but rather a turnkey rig that has been extensively uprated and dialled with each adventure; it would be ideal for a big trip or to serve as a four-season-equipped rolling home.
From the Seller:
“This isn’t simply a truck with a camper on it. It’s a registered self-contained motorhome expedition vehicle—boat, bike, power, water, bathroom, and a bed—for anyone who wants the ocean by lunch and a dirt road by dinner. This 2000 Ford F-250 carries a 2001 Northland camper built for one mission: the coast. Drive to the ocean or a lake, deploy a fishing boat, and still have a dual-sport motorcycle for exploring when you come ashore. The heart of this rig is a custom tri-swing rear bumper. The large box has a divider: one side holds a small outboard for launch access. The other side is a tool and charging box with an EcoFlow power system up top with DeWalt drills, battery chargers, and chocks. A Honda 2000-watt generator on top feeds the EcoFlow, which runs the entire camper. The camper has its own battery and roof solar. That box swings out with a drop-down BBQ table and a smaller upper table. Beside it, a hydraulic arm lifts the motorcycle up and down and articulates to 45, 90, or 180 degrees. There is enough egress between the boxes that you can walk in, swing the big box open (it auto-locks at 90), and reach the camper without moving the bike or opening the small box. Onboard air with a compressor, tank, and airbags raises or lowers the rear 5 inches and tilts side to side 5 inches for leveling and load balance. It airs down for sand or refills on the trail. Fresh water: 5-gallon jugs on both bumper sides, two 2.5-gallon Rotopacs with stainless spouts and vents, and an auxiliary propane tank for backup heat or the grill. The camper has a 32-gallon freshwater tank plus gray and black tanks. Inside the extended cab truck there’s space for a 13-foot inflatable catamaran or 14-foot kayak, plus fishing gear. The 4WD handles snow, sand, dirt, and highway miles. One rig: boat, bike, power, and water.”
2000 Ford F-250 Extended Cab 4×4 (Long Bed)
The F-250 is powered by a 6.8-liter Triton V10 motor that produces 310 horsepower and 425 pound-feet of torque. A dependable engine is matched with all-terrain capability thanks to a body-on-frame architecture, 4WD, high and low range, armor, solid axles, and uprated suspension. Inside, these rugged credentials are balanced with driver comforts that include:
- Cruise control
- Power steering, windows, locks, and mirrors
- Air-conditioning
- Center console
- USB and 12-volt outlets
- Cup holders
- Multi-function steering wheel
- Cloth seats
- Backup camera
- Double Din Bluetooth radio
Distinguishing Features
- Northland extended cab camper (2001)
- Freshwater (47 gallons total), tankless water heater (digital controller), and gray and black tanks
- Propane (7 gallons total)
- EcoFlow River Pro power station with rooftop solar
- Honda 2000 generator with a custom cover
- Onboard air with tank air lines and airbags operated via wireless control
- KickAss lighting throughout
- Custom-build, over 300 man-hours invested
- Tri-swing bumper and hydraulic bike lift that rotates to 180 degrees
- Registered as a motorhome, which means cheap insurance and registration
- Truck and camper professionally purpose-built by a high-end shop
- Bluetooth radio in camper plus charging station
- Dirt bikes available for purchase
- Inflatable Scout (14-foot) with motor available for purchase
- Needs nothing, start exploring now
This 2000 Ford F-250 Extended Cab 4×4 with a 2001 Northland camper is listed for $38,500 and is currently located in Sutter Creek, California.
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