The Ford Ranger, like its rival, the Toyota Tacoma, is one of the mid-size trucks to beat. In fact, it’s the best-selling truck in the UK (and Australia), and Auto Express awarded the Ranger Pick-Up of the Year in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022. Highlights include bulletproof motors (with the latest EcoBoost lineup providing both…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Chevrolet Express Quigley 4×4
The Chevy Express, much like Ford’s E-350, provides a perfect balance between driveability and interior comfort. In addition, it offers long-lived engines and drivetrains, well-equipped interiors, and access to a wide array of aftermarket parts, accessories, and services. Crucially the Express can be transformed into a truly go-anywhere vehicle thanks to on-demand 4WD conversions from…
Overland Classifieds :: 2018 EarthCruiser EXP #44
I’ve shared a selection of rigs for under $10,000 recently, so it was about time I featured something 34 times more expensive. Cue today’s low-mileage (30,900 miles) $340,000 2018 EarthCruiser EXP #44, which is available directly from the company as part of their Certified Pre-Owned service. Sure, for most of us, that’s an incredible amount…
Overland Classifieds :: 2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road w/ RSI Smartcap EVO
It seemed fitting to feature a Tacoma as I embark on another 8-month international trip in my decrepit 1986 Volkswagen T3 Syncro. I’ve often made the point that the best overland vehicles are those that you can count on to provide the maximum experience. In other words, a rig like mine is charismatic but costs…
Overland Classifieds :: 2019 Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road with A/T Overland Atlas
If gas prices weren’t $2.29 per liter here in Europe then the 5.7-liter V8 Tundra would be my full-size truck of choice. At the end of the day, it’s a Toyota, which means it’ll just work, and while it might not be the most frugal, well-equipped, or powerful option it makes up for this with…
Overland Classifieds :: 2002 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road Double Cab
I feature a lot of modern Tacomas, but first-generation models are less common and highly sought after. Hence, when this tastefully modified 2002 TRD Off-Road double cab was posted to our forum, I just had to showcase it. If you peruse the various drool-worthy rigs on our forum, you’ll notice that the vast majority are…
Overland Classifieds :: 2010 Lexus LX570
The Lexus LX570 provides fabled reliability and build quality, class-leading capability, and sumptuous interior luxury. This is a truly do-it-all 4WD that excels in all scenarios, whether you require a practical family wagon, refined daily commuter, or indeed a round-the-world overland platform. At the end of the day, having a second vehicle just for travel…
Overland Classifieds :: 2008 Ford E-250 Quigley 4×4 Hightop
The Ford E-250 is a desirable platform for vehicle travel, with recent examples including this 2013 pop-top adventure van, a 2006 expedition build, and a 1996 Falcon Class B camper. Today’s 2008 build has covered just 74,750 miles and benefits from a Quigley 4×4 conversion, high-top roof, and premium modifications, and is priced at just…
Overland Classifieds :: 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
I’ve been somewhat obsessed with the Jeep Wrangler ever since I discovered the adventures of Dan Grec. If you’re not familiar with his travels, I highly recommend checking out his website and picking up a copy of his book The Road Chose Me II, which documents the three years he spent driving 54,000 miles around…
Overland Classifieds :: 2001 Mercedes ML430
I’ve been on a mission to feature bargain rigs listed on our forum. Recent examples include this $8,000 1994 Ram 2500 with Alaskan camper, an $8,500 2000 Mitsubishi Montero, and a $6,000 1997 Isuzu Trooper. However, today’s 2001 Mercedes ML430 is the cheapest to date at just $3,500 OBO. This may not be the first…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Ram 2500 AEV Prospector XL 20th Anniversary
It’s no secret that I’m a fan of the AEV Prospector and have recently featured several expedition-ready examples, including this 2017 with a GFC V1, a 2017 with a Woolrich camper, and a 2018 XL with an AT Overland Atlas. The Prospector provides all the benefits of Ram’s 2500 Power Wagon but with additional capability…
Bikepacking with Young Children :: An interview with 4Overlanders
Social norms often make alternative lifestyles seem reckless and irresponsible. A great example is that you’ll need to step back from adventures once you have kids. I’d go so far as to say that society may even make you feel guilty for attempting to retain your past life and that by doing so, you’re somehow…
Overland Classifieds :: 2011 Ford E-350 Quigley 4×4
The Ford E-350 is undoubtedly one of the most popular overland platforms on our forum, and for good reason. We’ve recently featured several trail-ready rigs, including this 2000 Sportsmobile, a 2003 Quadvan, and a 2006 with a Stahl service body. These vans offer long-lived motors and drivetrains, a generous payload and towing capacity, access to…
Overland Classifieds :: 2009 Ford F-350 Provan Tiger CX Camper
Vehicles designed and built from the ground up by a professional overlanding company are rare and oftentimes exorbitantly expensive. A few recent examples include this $299,000 2010 EarthRoamer, a $584,000 Global Expedition Vehicles Patagonia, and a $350,000 2012 Adrenalin Industries Truck. In fact, it’s unusual to come across any professionally built live-in overland rig for…
Overland Classifieds :: 2018 Toyota Tundra Crewmax 1794 Edition w/ RSI Cap
The Tundra is undoubtedly one of the best full-size trucks money can buy and is a desirable option for overland builds. It’s neither the most powerful nor the most economical or luxurious, but it makes up for this with class-leading reliability, build quality, and capability. In addition, it showcases up to a 1,730-pound payload and…
Overland Classifieds :: 2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon AEV Camper
I’ve become somewhat obsessed with micro-campers after being inspired by several builds, including this 2013 Wrangler Sahara Unlimited with Ursa Minor pop-top system. The further I travel in my vehicle, the more I value time and experiences above all else, and I believe micro campers are a great option to maximize both. Allow me to…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road w/ FWC Project M Camper
The Tacoma TRD Off-Road and a pop-top canopy camper combo has to be one of the best set-ups for vehicle travel. The ability to carry multiple passengers in comfort, cruise at highway speeds, and achieve good economy, all while outfitted with a well-equipped pop-top camper, is a winning formula. Additionally, when optioned with the TRD…
Overland Classifieds :: 2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road w/ RSI Smart Cap
The Tacoma is the most popular vehicle on our forum for overland builds, and for good reason. In short, the Tacoma is hard to beat if you’re looking for class-leading build quality, reliability, capability, and a rig that can quite simply do-it-all without breaking the bank. The vast success of this platform has established a…
Overland Classifieds :: 2012 Ford F-550 4×4 Ambulance Build
The Ford F-550 4×4 fitted with the 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel is a fantastic blank canvas for building the ultimate overland vehicle. An impressive 12,660-pound max payload and 26,500-pound towing capacity make this the perfect platform for hauling a fully-equipped camper, luggage, and passengers across unpaved roads without breaking a sweat. It’s for this reason…
Overland Classifieds :: 2005 Toyota 4Runner Limited
If you’re in the market for a budget-friendly 4WD that’s comfortable and practical for daily life but also excels when the tarmac ends, the 4Runner is a great option. That said, during the pandemic, the cost of used examples skyrocketed and made this desirable Toyota a less-than-affordable option. Fortunately, the market is now slowing, and…