If you’re looking for the practicality of a SWB van but the capability of a 4WD, then the Mitsubishi Delica is a great choice. The Delica is built on a modified Pajero/Montero chassis, so it’s quite literally a combination of a van and 4WD. The form factor is undoubtedly one of the most desirable and…
2003 Lexus LX470 :: Classifieds
The cost of new 4WDs seems to increase exponentially with the latest offerings from the likes of Lexus exceeding $100,000. Not to mention that most of us will then want to modify and outfit the vehicle for travel, which oftentimes isn’t cheap. This has had a knock-on impact on used 4WDs as more people look…
2006 Ford E-350 4×4 w/ Stahl Service Body and Pop Top :: Featured Classified
The E-350 is a firm favorite on our forum, so it takes a decidedly unique build to stand out from the crowd; cue today’s E-350 4×4 (136,000 miles) with a Stahl service body and Colorado Camper Van (CCV) pop-top. It’s a killer combination that seamlessly provides comfortable interior living space and generous internal storage while…
2011 Jeep Wrangler Sport JKU :: Classifieds
The Wrangler is one of the best value 4WDs you can buy and is designed from the factory to conquer the backcountry. In addition, it enjoys almost unparalleled aftermarket support ensuring the only limitations are your imagination and wallet. Subsequently, it’s one of the most popular platforms on our forum with recent adventure-ready examples including…
2023 Ford Bronco Black Diamond :: Featured Classified
The Ford Bronco was first introduced in 1966 as a competitor to the Land Cruiser, Jeep CJ-5, and International Harvester Scout. Since then, there have been six generations, with the latest iteration introduced in 2021. Unsurprisingly, it was a big hit, especially with the overlanding community. The new lineup clearly targeted adventure travel in mind…
2005 Mercedes G55 AMG :: Classifieds
The G-Wagon, like the Toyota Land Cruiser, is considered a pinnacle overland vehicle. The Geländewagon was originally developed in Austria by Steyr-Daimler-Puch to be a hardcore military off-roader. However, in more recent years, the platform, much like the new Land Rover Defender, has become something of a status symbol and has subsequently pandered to the…
Freedom Mog 2.0 :: Featured Classified
We’ve showcased some stunning expedition trucks over the past few weeks, but today we’re featuring arguably the paragon of overlanding trucks, the Mercedes Unimog. There are many heavy-duty platforms on the market well-suited to long-term international travel, but the Unimog is arguably the pinnacle. Production of this legendary vehicle started in 1948, but back then,…
2022 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon :: Featured Classified
The Jeep Gladiator is, in many ways, the definitive mid-size truck for overlanding. It carries forward the legendary 4WD attributes of the Wrangler while introducing key advantages. Subsequently, it featured in our Mid-Size Truck of the Year awards, with Scott Brady stating, “The Gladiator is all I love about the Wrangler, plus nearly all I…
2010 Ford E-350 4×4 Sportsmobile :: Featured Classified
I’ve lived in my 1986 Vanagon Syncro for the best part of a decade and often “joked” that the Ford E-350 4×4 is the van it could’ve been. In short, the latter provides many of the same desirable attributes as my ol’ Volkswagen but offers many distinct improvements. First and foremost, the E-350 is a…
Overland News of the Week
Goose Gear Announces New Products for Ineos Grenadier In this week’s overland news, our very own Scott Brady is Crossing the African Continent in the Ineos Grenadier and has so far reported that it has exceeded his expectations. Goose Gear similarly understands the vehicle’s significance and potential and has subsequently revealed a lineup of products…
1997 Ford F-250 HD 4×4 w/ Bimobil Camper :: Classifieds
If you’re a regular visitor to our classifieds category, then the keen eye amongst you will have recently spotted a very similar 1997 Ford F-250 HD 4×4 topped with an Alaskan camper. Generally speaking, I refrain from featuring two similar models so close to one another, but today’s rig is so cool that I couldn’t…
1997 Ford F-250 HD 4×4 w/ Alaskan Camper :: Classifieds
The Ford F-250 4×4 is a firm favorite amongst the overlanding community, with all iterations of this iconic truck being utilized for adventurous travel. A few recent overland-ready builds include a 2022 Lariat with the Tremor package, a 2001 FX4 with an aluminum flatbed and EarthCruiser GZL 300, and a 2000 with a Four Wheel…
2006 Dodge Ram Power Wagon :: Classifieds
In recent years, almost all the big-name manufacturers have introduced uprated backcountry variants of their full-size trucks with heavy-duty suspension, armor, locking differentials, intelligent onboard systems, and more. However, Ram was one of the first to lean into overlanding, with their long-standing Power Wagon remaining one of the best-in-class. Amazingly, today’s 2006 model incorporates features…
2022 Ford F-250 Tremor w/ Mits Flatbed and Supertramp Camper :: Featured Classified
The Ford F-250 Tremor is undoubtedly one of the most desirable full-size platforms for overlanding. In 2022 we awarded it Full-Size Truck of the Year with Expedition Portal and Overland Journal’s Chairman and Publisher Scott Brady stating: “The Tremor won the Editor’s Choice because it delivers on everything we need a full-size truck to be:…
2019 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison w/ Alu-Cab Canopy Camper :: Featured Classified
The Chevrolet Bison is a long-time favorite with the Expedition Portal and Overland Journal team, with Publisher and Chairman Scott Brady coining it “the ‘Hilux’ we always wanted, only better.” Further still, Joe Bacal, our resident Vehicle Dynamics Evaluator, concluded: “It is my job to pick this truck apart, but I am struggling. It hit…
Four Wheeled Nomad – 10 Years On The Road | Motorcycle or 4×4, Which Was The Best? :: Video
Lisa Morris and Jason Spafford, aka Four Wheeled Nomad, are regular contributors to Expedition Portal and the Overland Journal, and in 2022 were named our Overlanders of the Year. Their resume includes riding 80,000 miles from the bottom of Argentina to the tip of Alaska, exploring Europe and the Nordic countries, and at present, they…
2004 Nissan Xterra :: Classifieds
It’s safe to say that today’s 2004 Nissan Xterra is the best deal of 2024 so far at just $5,100. Sure, it’s got 230,000 miles under the belt, but what Japanese-built 4WD hasn’t? A quick Xterra forum search revealed that some owners were reporting up to 400,000 miles on the original motor. The Xterra is…
1998 Stewart and Stevenson M1078 w/ S-280 Shelter :: Featured Classified
We’ve shared some great value rigs to the forum this January, and today’s low-mileage 1998 Stewart and Stevenson M1078 with 25,xxx-miles is one of the best to date. If you’re in the market for a capable four-season live-in vehicle with the payload to support all the luxuries of home, look no further. At just $40,000…
1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer :: Classifieds
I’ve had something of a crush on this classic Jeep since I read Chris Cordes’ piece on the ROAMR Wagoneer. We all know that if you’re planning to drive something like the Pan-American Highway, then a Land Cruiser or similar makes the most sense, but it’s hard to shake the desire to do it in…
1995 Toyota Land Cruiser FZJ80 w/ Campteq Conversion :: Classifieds
The best overland platforms are first and foremost a tool that facilitates experience. Cue the Toyota Land Cruiser, a pinnacle overland vehicle and considered the world over as the 4WD by which all others are measured. The 80 Series is seen by many as one of the very best as it carried forward many of…