I have a lot of appreciation for off-the-shelf overland builds, but it’s hard to beat the charm of one-of-one rigs. Each offering is as unique as the owner and often incorporates ingenious features not seen in mass-produced alternatives. Necessity is the mother of invention, so it’s hardly surprising that some of the best overlanding builds…
2013 Ford E-350 4×4 Timberline Vans Build :: Featured Classified
We’ve featured many drool-worthy E-Series overland rigs over the years but today’s epic Timberline Vans (now Timberline Supply) E-350 4×4 has to be the most impressive to date. This extensively modified vehicle was one of the company’s final builds and is a testament to its many years in the industry (see more of their creations…
2020 Adventurer Manufacturing Overlander :: Featured Classified
So, you want to drive around the world, but you or a significant other does not want to sacrifice the comforts of home? Fear not because today’s offering allows you to traverse off-grid in climate-controlled luxury. Adventurer Manufacturing has been building travel vehicles for over 50 years, and the Overlander is the company’s ultimate expression…
2002 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4×4 w/ Bowens Customs flatbed and 2023 Aterra XL Flatbed Truck Camper :: Classifieds
Today’s build is the perfect confluence of old and new. A low-mileage 2002 Ford F-250 4×4 (97,393 miles) with the legendary 7.3-liter Power Stroke diesel is matched with a premium Bowen Customs flatbed and topped with an exceptionally well-equipped 2023 Aterra XL camper. It provides proven mechanical longevity alongside modern-day interior refinement, technology, and comfort….
1969 Land Rover Series IIA :: Featured Classified
The Land Rover Series I, II, and III are iconic and have played a pivotal role in forging vehicle-based adventure travel, aka overlanding, as we know it. Many of the most legendary around-the-world expeditions have been enjoyed from behind the wheel of a Land Rover, and for many enthusiasts, the Series remains the best of…
2020 Ram Power Wagon :: Featured Classified
If you’re in the market for a full-size truck to conquer the backcountry, then the Power Wagon is the pickup to beat, demonstrating that uncompromising capability and lavish interior comfort are not mutually exclusive. This is not simply a standard 2500 with a few bolt-on accessories but a completely reimagined precision tool engineered from the…
2006 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road w/ GoFast V2 Camper :: Classifieds
Overlanding is, first and foremost, about experiences, and to that end, the nigh-indestructible Toyota Tacoma is a great option. It remains the most popular mid-size truck on our forum by a significant margin, with recent examples including this 2017 TRD Off Road with an Alu-Cab canopy, a 2019 TRD Off Road with an AT Summit,…
1994 Mitsubishi Delica L300 4×4 :: Classifieds
In October 2023, I returned to the UK and spent five months rebuilding my Vanagon Syncro into my dream rolling home. During that time, I decided I’d need a second budget-friendly vehicle while my primary vehicle was off the road. I found a bargain Mitsubishi Delica L300 pop top (I had owned one previously and…
2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon w/ Ursa Minor and 2019 Turtleback Getaway Trailer :: Featured Classified
I’ve waxed lyrical about the Wrangler and Ursa Minor camper combo being a pinnacle platform for adventure (supported by the international adventures of The Road Chose Me, aka Dan Grec). It’s everything you need and nothing extra and will get you places that most heavy overland rigs can only dream of. It’s easy to become…
2008 Ford E-350 Sportsmobile 4×4 :: Featured Classified
Over the years companies like Sportsmobile have fine-tuned their E-Series 4WD conversions and can subsequently transform this iconic 2WD commercial vehicle into a bonified overland rig. So, what makes this platform such a desirable choice for travel? First and foremost, you simply can’t beat a live-in vehicle for extended trips away and the E-350 provides…
2006 Ford E-350 4×4 w/ Sportsmobile Poptop :: Classifieds
The Ford E-350 4×4 is a favorite on the forum with recent adventure-ready offerings, including this 2006 Econoline, 2006 with a Stahl Service body and pop top, and 2008 Sportsmobile. This platform seamlessly blends the comfort and amenities synonymous with vanlife with the capability and durability associated with overlanding. Subsequently, these desirable vans regularly fetch…
2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser Supercharged :: Classifieds
It’s no secret that I have a soft spot for the FJ Cruiser and often find myself perusing listings online. Sure, it’s not the first Toyota that comes to mind when we think about overlanding, but it is a legitimate platform for adventure. The design and styling remain fresh and contemporary, the interior incorporates modern…
2005 Toyota 4Runner Limited :: Classifieds
In a recent article, we celebrated 40 Years of the Toyota 4Runner. Since its release in 1984, it has gone from strength to strength, with the much anticipated six-gen model being unveiled earlier this year. In a recent Overland Journal podcast, Scott Brady stated that the 4Runner remains in first place in his Top Ten…
The Story Till Now – Overlanding To The Arctic Ocean – Living In My Full-Size Truck :: Video of the Week
Most overlanders can recount a story of running out of talent in the backcountry. White knuckles on the steering wheel, a mouth drier than the Sahara, and stomach spinning like a washing machine (helped along by the three cups of coffee you now regret). These are the type of trails that The Story Til Now,…
2006 Lexus GX470 :: Classifieds
At a glance, you may be fooled into thinking the Lexus is no more than a luxury SUV, but dig deeper, and you realize it’s a legitimate overland platform. Built on the proven J-series platform (that underpins the Prado), it showcases a body-on-frame construction, up to a 1,500-pound payload, and a 5-link airbag rear suspension….
2012 Ford F-250 w/ Hallmark Camper :: Classifieds
The F-250 is one of the most desirable full-size pickups on our forum, with recent examples including this 2000 with a Scout Kenai, 2004 with a Spacekap Diablo, and 2021 with a Northstar Liberty. It’s a favorite with the Expedition Portal and Overland Journal team with the Tremor variant being awarded Editor’s Choice in our…
2024 Toyota Tundra TRD Off Road :: Featured Classified
I always get excited when Missouri-based company Adventure Motors lists another of their epic builds to the forum. Over the years, we’ve showcased a number of their drool-worthy creations, including this 2005 Lexus GX470, 2017 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro, 2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Supercharged, 2023 Toyota Tundra Limited CrewMax w/ TRD Off Road Package,…
2005 Chevy Kodiak C4500 4×4 :: Classifieds
The longer I live on the road, the more I understand the appeal of expedition trucks for travel. These rigs have the payload and space to accommodate all the luxuries of home and can provide weeks of self-contained off-grid comfort. I own two smaller live-in 4WD vans, and while they’re outfitted for full-time living, I…
2022 Ram 2500 :: Featured Classified
The Ram 2500 has become one of the most popular full-size pickups for overlanding, and for good reason. In stock form, it’s a vehicle suitable for backcountry travel, but it’s the availability of almost unparalleled aftermarket support that makes this platform exceptional. Publisher Scott Brady states that “while the Power Wagon gets all of the…
2000 Ford F-250 4×4 :: Featured Classified
As part of my role, I take care of Expedition Portal Classifieds and check out almost every rig posted to the forum. I see a lot of beautifully curated builds, so it takes something decidedly special to stop me in my tracks, and today’s F-250 is one of them. This 2000 model (133,000 miles) had…