The E-350 is a popular choice amongst overlanders due to its long-lived diesel motors, dependable drive trains, OEM and aftermarket parts and accessories availability, and access to 4WD conversion specialists. Over the past few weeks, we’ve featured several expedition-ready examples, including a 2002 4×4 Hightop, 2003 4×4 7.3, and a monster Quad Van 4×4. Today’s…
Overland Classifieds :: 1996 Toyota Hiace 3.0 4WD Diesel
The Toyota Hiace is an unsung hero, a vehicle that’s rarely mentioned amongst the vanlife and overlanding communities yet is widely considered one of the most reliable vans in the world. My dad bought a 2.4-liter diesel 2WD Hiace when he left the army and became a carpet layer. The van never broke down during…
Overland Classifieds :: 2018 Ford Raptor w/ GFC Camper
What’s not to love about blistering performance, trophy truck-esque off-road handling, excellent all-terrain capability, respectable gas mileage, and everyday reliability? With the 2022 Raptor coming in at a MSRP of over $70,000 (before adding extras), it is too expensive for most of us. Nevertheless, we have featured a number of expedition- ready examples, including this…
Overland Classifieds :: 2014 Global X Vehicles Unimog U500
Traditionally overlanding meant sacrificing the comforts of home, but today that’s not always the case. The vehicles produced by EarthRoamer, EarthCruiser, and Global X Vehicles are capable of conquering the toughest environments on earth while providing a level of interior luxury that’s unmatched by most apartments. We’ve featured a number of these monster rigs, including…
Overland Classifieds :: 2002 Toyota Tacoma TRD Overland Build
Over the past few weeks, we’ve shared several expensive rigs, including a $529,000 Global X Vehicles Patagonia and a $238,000 2016 Ford F-550 Camper. Although these vehicles are very impressive and offer all the comforts of a luxury apartment, I can’t help but feel they’re a long way removed from the origins of overlanding. I’ve…
Overland Classifieds :: 1986 Toyota FJ60
We’ve had many heavily modified rigs posted to our forum, including this epic Lexus GX460, but today’s FJ60 has to be one of the most extreme. If you’re in the market for an around-the-world overlanding rig, look away now, but if you want to crawl technical terrain in unparalleled style, it’s your lucky day! “Built…
Overland Classifieds :: Mercedes Benz 310 4×4 Camper
Occasionally a unicorn is posted to our forum, and today’s immaculate Mercedes Benz 310 4×4 is just about as mythical as it gets. This stunning example was originally imported from the Austrian Alps, where it was used by the fire service. As a result, it has been meticulously maintained and has covered just 15,000 miles,…
Overland Classifieds :: 2002 Ford E-350 4×4 Hightop Campervan
The Ford E-350 is a popular vehicle for overlanding, with recent examples including a $75,000 2006 6.0-liter diesel 4×4 and a $119,000 2008 Quad Van 4×4. Readily available 4WD conversions, accessibility to OEM and aftermarket parts, and long-lived engines and drivetrains are just some reasons this platform is so revered. Due to its boxy dimensions,…
Overland Classifieds :: GXV Patagonia
The pandemic forced many wealthy jet setters to explore closer to home, and with that came a boom in luxury overland vehicles. We’ve shared a number of these expedition-ready rolling mansions, including this $675,000 2021 SLRV Expedition Vehicle, a $334,000 2015 EarthCruiser #64, and a $290,000 Mercedes Vario 4×4. Perhaps it’s just me, but I…
Overland Classifieds :: 2005 Ford E-350 Custom Off-Road Camper
Here in Europe, it’s rare to see E-Series vans or any American vehicle, and I think that primarily reflects running costs. I appreciate fuel prices are crazy even in the USA, but here in the UK, $8 per gallon is the norm, so the E-350’s 6.0-liter diesel engine is unsustainable for the average person. However,…
Destination :: Lovatnet Lake, Norway
Living on the road has provided me with many magical experiences, but a select few were genuinely life-changing. The opportunity to kayak on the iconic Lovatnet lake was one such moment. The lake is located in the municipality of Stryn (the closest village is Loen, 1.2 miles), 52 meters above sea level, and is close…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Ram 2500 4×4 w/ BunduTecUSA Flatbed Camper
The Ram 2500 is a popular choice amongst overlanders thanks to its long-lived engines and drivetrain, impressive all-terrain capability, comfortable interiors, and excellent payload and towing capacity. Over the past few months, we’ve featured several expedition-ready examples, including this 6.4 Hemi w/ FWC, 2500 w/ 2022 Overland Explorer Vehicles Flatbed Camper, and a Cummins Manual…
Bikepacking News :: Restrap’s “Ideal Kit for Staying out Longer”
The summer is fast approaching, which means longer days, and the opportunity to pedal further. Whether you’re looking to cram in the miles, camp overnight, or explore new or familiar trails with friends, you’ll need some degree of storage. In the past, that meant a sweaty backpack or some bulky panniers. Thanks to the bikepacking…
Overland Classifieds :: 2014 Toyota Tacoma T/X Baja Series
The Tacoma is a hugely popular overland platform, with recent examples including this 2016 Expedition Build, 2007 Access Cab, and a 2009 SR5 w/ Pastime 700FDS Truck Camper. Over the years, we’ve featured nearly every variant of the Tacoma—except for the rare and desirable T/X Baja Series. The Baja Series Package, much like the Bison…
Overland Classifieds :: 1982 Vanagon Westfalia
Love or hate them, there’s simply no denying the popularity of classic Volkswagen campers. The Bus (or T2) has always been a symbol of freedom and wanderlust, but it has been somewhat eclipsed in recent years by its successor, the Vanagon (T3). The latter carried forward much of its predecessor’s charm but introduced superior reliability…
Destination :: M. & M. Garage, Malosco, Italy
It’s always intimidating traveling overseas in your vehicle, especially when you’ve taken a 2.5 year hiatus (thanks, Covid), and you drive a notoriously temperamental Vanagon Syncro. Nevertheless, I felt confident in my vehicle after a recent mechanical overhaul and was beyond excited to be headed to Northern Italy, specifically the Dolomites. The van drove impeccably…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 Sportsmobile
The Mercedes Sprinter is one of the most popular vehicles for van life, with many professional camper conversions offered from Winnebago, Westfalia, and Sportsmobile. The introduction of a capable 4WD model has made this platform increasingly desirable with overlanders, with recent expedition-ready examples including this $177,900 Revel 44E 4WD and a $119,000 2017 4×4 2500….
Overland Classifieds :: 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser Overland Build
The Toyota Land Cruiser is the definitive overland vehicle by which all alternatives are measured. A bold statement, but as the years have passed, I’ve only become more certain of this. I’m currently exploring Italy’s Dolomites, where my Vanagon Syncro has struggled daily with the colossal inclines and terrifying descents. Thus far, I’ve endured severe…
Overland Classifieds :: 2016 Toyota Tacoma Expedition Build
The Tacoma was first introduced to the US market in 1995 as a replacement for the Hilux and provided an altogether more refined driving experience while carrying the same bulletproof dependability and workhorse credentials forwards. It has since forged a reputation as one of the most reliable trucks on the market, offering class-leading off-road capability…
Overland Classifieds :: 2019 Acela Monterra 4×4 Full Expedition Build
This is not the first Acela truck we’ve featured, with previous examples including this $115,000 Monterra Overland Platform and a fully-equipped $675,000 2021 SLRV Expedition Vehicle on Acela 6×6 Chassis. Based in Bozeman, Montana, the Acela Truck Company is highly regarded for its go-anywhere expedition rigs, which are “born from a desire to build the…