I’ve long admired the 5th-generation Toyota 4Runner, which has aged like fine wine and is unquestionably a pinnacle platform for overland travel. It’s unapologetically honest, emphasizing build quality, rugged dependability, and practicality above all else, and does not preoccupy itself with being the most powerful or luxurious in the segment. Under the surface, this unassuming…
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2008 Lexus GX470 :: Featured Classified
At Expedition Portal, we periodically choose a 4WD that stands out as exceptional for overland travel and build it up as an Overland Journal Project Vehicle. With this in mind, we decided to upfit the Lexus GX470 for backcountry travel and later showcased the completed build on the Expedition Portal YouTube. So, why the GX470?…
2006 Ram Power Wagon :: Classifieds
The Ram Power Wagon is one of a select few full-size pickups engineered from the ground up for backcountry adventures. In the words of Publisher Scott Brady, “The Power Wagon is, without question, the full-size truck designed principally as a high-capability model, with both the pedigree and specification list to match.” Today’s 2006 Ram Power…
2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon AEV w/ 1966 Stevens M416 Trailer :: Classifieds
The Wrangler is undoubtedly the most popular 4WD on our forum, with recent overland equipped examples including this 2015 Rubicon with an Ursa Minor camper, 2024 4Xe Rubicon X, and 2021 Rubicon with an Ursa Minor camper and a Turtleback Getaway trailer. It’s one of a select few vehicles that excels from the factory when…
2004 Ram 2500 4×4 w/ Leer Camper :: Classifieds
Roll up! Roll Up! It’s time for another bargain overland rig. Cue today’s $9,000 Cummins’ powered 2004 Ram 2500 (333,xxx miles), which incorporates tasteful upgrades and is topped with a basic but functional Leer camper shell. That’s a remarkable deal for a full-size platform, especially considering the upgrades alone would’ve cost close to the asking…
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Mars Adventure Gear Cyberlanding Kit Kicking off this week’s overland news is the Cyberlanding Kit from Mars Adventure Gear. It promises to unlock the Cybertruck’s full camping potential and enables owners to configure a setup that works for them. The kit comprises a versatile rack accessory mount, side bar, ditch light mounts, a tire rack,…
2001 Toyota Tundra TRD 4×4 w/ Four Wheel Campers Hawk :: Classifieds
The first-gen Tundra is legendary and remains a great option for travel with recent adventure-equipped examples on the forum including this 2004 SR5, 2006, and 2007 with a Four Wheel Campers Hawk and utility trailer. However, today’s 2001 Toyota Tundra TRD 4×4 with a Four Wheel Campers Hawk has to be one of the most…
2013 Toyota Land Cruiser :: Classifieds
This year, I’ve focused on experiences above all else, and I can honestly say I’m happier for it. Sudden engine failure meant saying goodbye to my fully equipped rolling home and hitting the road in my beat-up 1992 Mitsubishi Delica L300 with little more than a bed platform and a battery system. However, what the…
2003 Ford E-350 Timberline 4×4 :: Classifieds
The E-350 4×4 with the legendary 7.3-liter Power-Stroke diesel motor is a great option for travel. It’s not especially fast, economical, or refined by modern standards but what it lacks in these areas it makes up tenfold in bulletproof dependability and backcountry durability. It also offers generous interior space for a full camper conversion while…
Overland Explorer Vehicles – 2024 Hudson Bay :: Featured Classified
At the beginning of this year, I abandoned my rolling home (a Vanagon Syncro) as engine failure struck for the third time. It was especially painful on this occasion as I’d just spent five months restoring the bodywork and overhauling the interior. It’s times like these that I wish I’d instead invested in a transferable…
2015 Ford F-350 XLT w/ XP Camper V1 with Nimbl Upgrades :: Featured Classified
As part of my role at Overland International, I oversee Expedition Portal Classifieds and the Expedition Vehicles for Sale category on the forum. Consequently, I see the good, the bad, and the ugly, and asking prices that range from a couple of thousand dollars to the best part of a million. It, therefore, takes an…
1998 Ram 2500 Cummins w/ 2006 Outfitter Manufacturing Camper – SOLD
Over the past few weeks, we’ve featured a number of bargain rigs, including this $7,000 1992 Toyota 4Runner SR5, $13,000 1997 Lexus LX450, and $9,000 2004 Ram 2500 with a Leer camper. These overland platforms remind you that you don’t need to spend a fortune to hit the road, and today’s offering is no exception….
1997 Lexus LX450 :: Classifieds
At just $13,000, today’s 1997 Lexus LX450 (202,750 miles) is a fantastic wallet-friendly option to get out there and explore. This affordable rig has been tastefully uprated for travel with premium upgrades that include Old Man Emu suspension, a house battery system, an awning, rear platform, and more. Built on the legendary LX450 (underpinned by…
2011 Nissan Frontier Pro-4x :: Classifieds
This Nissan Frontier Pro-4x has not been adopted to anywhere near the same extent for overlanding as its Toyota, Jeep, or Ford counterparts, despite showcasing many of the same desirable attributes. Nevertheless, we’ve featured a number of adventure-equipped offerings including this 2002, 2013, and 2019 Pro-4x. It also featured in our Midsize Truck of the…
2021 Mercedes Sprinter 4×4 Outside Van Conversion :: Featured Classified
The Overland Journal podcast recently celebrated its 200th episode in which Publisher Scott Brady, automotive expert Matt Scott, and Senior Editor Ashley Giordano took time to reflect on how overlanding has evolved in recent years. During the conversation, Scott asked Matt, “What do you think in the last five years is the most notable new…
2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road 4×4 w/ AT Overland Summit :: Featured Classified
As I drooled over today’s overland-equipped Tacoma, it suddenly struck me that despite seeing hundreds of third gens listed to our forum, I’ve not read about a single engine or transmission replacement. Needless to say, I’m not suggesting it never happens. Still, when you consider the sheer number of these vehicles in circulation and how…
1993 Mitsubishi L300 Delica Chamonix :: Classifieds
I recently completed a 2,000 mile trip from the UK to the North of Norway in my 1992 Mitsubishi L300 Delica and it didn’t miss a beat. This vehicle was a recent acquisition but has quickly proven to be a dependable workhorse (despite being unloved for many years prior) and is now my rolling home…
Rons Bikes, Large Fabio Chest – the Ultimate Bikepacking Bag? :: Field Tested
Ron’s Bikes is owned by the one-and-only Ronnie “Ultranicus” Romance, aka UltraRomance. I had the pleasure of interviewing Ronnie and learnt the company was originally called Poppi’s Pizza and Public Restroom. He explained: “In the early days, we were on the road so much that these bags often took months to ship, which made being…
2007 Mitsubishi Fuso 4×4 :: Classifieds
The Mitsubishi is a favorite for heavier expedition builds with recent offerings including this $210,000 2012, a $250,000 2015, and a $105,000 2017. Despite showcasing many of the same desirable attributes, today’s 2007 Mitsubishi Fuso 4×4 (162,000 miles) is priced at just $69,000 and “is ready for your next expedition.” One of the biggest advantages…
1992 Toyota 4Runner SR5 :: Classifieds
I see thousands of listings on our forum, but the vehicles that excite me most are under $10,000. There’s something charming about a well-loved 4WD with stories to tell and many more miles to give. Perhaps it’s the romantic in me, but I love the notion of throwing some bedding, basic supplies, and my camera…