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…
Overland Classifieds :: 2004 Chevrolet Express G2500 Quigley 4×4
Like the comparable Ford E-350, the Chevy Express benefits from dependable motors and drivetrains, readily available OEM and aftermarket parts, and can similarly be converted to 4WD by industry experts Quigley 4×4. We’ve had many E-350 4WDs posted to our forum (such as this E-350 LB Quigley 4×4 and a 4WD Ambulance), but very few…
Video of the Week :: Eva zu Beck – First 48 Hours Living Alone in my Truck in Mexico
Eva zu Beck is a Polish travel blogger who has explored more than sixty countries, showcases over two million followers on social media and has accumulated a colossal 80,000,000 video views. Eva’s career was not always one of international travel and adventure,but rather a comfortable but unfulfilling corporate job in London. “I started to realize…
Overland Classifieds :: 2005 Lexus GX470 Sport
Excellent all-terrain performance matched with bulletproof reliability and class-leading interior comfort are just some of the reasons the Lexus GX470 is a great option for vehicle travel. I admit it’s not the first rig that comes to mind when we think of overlanding, but that makes it all the more interesting. Lexus is perhaps best…
Overland Classifieds :: 2016 Ford F-550 Custom Overlander
Luxury overland vehicles have become increasingly popular during the pandemic as more people travel closer to home. Subsequently, this has led to long wait times for new builds and inflated prices for used examples. EarthRoamer is arguably the pioneer of this sector, producing vehicles well in excess of $1,000,000 (check out their $1,900,000 HD model…
Overland Classifieds :: 2015 Lexus GX460 Overland Build
It’s fair to say that for many of us, overlanding conjures romanticized ideas of navigating gravel switchbacks, through jaw-dropping scenery, in a cool rig. However, these visions tend to omit the long highway miles, traffic jams, busy cities, narrow streets, potholes, and other harsh realities of vehicle travel in this modern age. Sure, an old…
Overland Classifieds :: 2020 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison Edition w/ Super Pacific Camper
The popularity of overlanding has grown exponentially during the pandemic, with many people ditching international trips for vehicle travel closer to home. As a result, the demand for campers and expedition rigs has skyrocketed, with the automotive industry responding accordingly. It seems like every big car manufacturer now offers some form of “adventure pack” for…
Overland Classifieds :: 2007 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab
We’ve featured several heavily modified Tacomas, including this $55,000 SR5 4×4 and a $35,000 2009 Madcap Cab-Over Camper. Class-leading build quality and reliability, excellent all-terrain capability, and global accessibility to parts are just some of the reasons this truck is such a popular choice for overlanding. Consequently, used Tacomas are highly sought after, with some…
Overland Classifieds :: 1996 Land Rover Defender 130 Expedition Camper
We’ve recently posted several overland-ready Land Rover builds, including this $113,000 CAD TD4 with a Globe Camper and a $70,000 130 Expedition Rig. The Defender is one of the most proven vehicle platforms for overlanding and can be outfitted in many ways (this makes the versatile long wheelbase 130 particularly desirable). However, while a canopy…
Overland Classifieds :: 2009 Toyota Tacoma SR5 w/ Pastime 700FDS Truck Camper
The Tacoma is not particularly luxurious nor powerful, but it is one of the most dependable trucks on the market and excellent off-road. Subsequently, it’s a very popular vehicle platform for overland builds, with recent examples including this 1997 4×4 w/ Four Wheel Camper and a Double Cab TRD 4×4. Today’s desirable SR5 model showcases…
Overland Classifieds :: 2012 Land Rover Defender TD4 with Globe Camper
There’s no such thing as the perfect overland rig, and one of the biggest challenges is balancing size and comfort with all-terrain capability. A seasoned overlander once told me that huge expedition trucks offer “the realities of comfort, but little else” and that ideally, you want a capable 4WD rig that is as light and…
Overland Classifieds :: 2016 Ram 2500
The Ram 2500 owes much of its popularity to powerful and long-lived engines, excellent 4WD performance, generous payload and towing capacity, and luxurious trim packages. We’ve recently shared several overland-ready examples, such as this 2021 6.4-liter Hemi w/ FWC and a 2020 w/ OEV Flatbed Camper. Today’s offering is a more unusual 6-speed manual, which…
Overland Classifieds :: 2003 Ford E-350 4×4 7.3 Diesel
We’ve recently featured several overland-ready E-350 4×4 vans, including this 2006 4×4 6.0-liter Diesel and a 2012 RB Baja Rig. Ford E-Series vans are a popular choice for vehicle travel due to their dependable engines and drivetrains, readily available 4×4 conversions (from Quigley 4×4 and Quadvan), and accessibility of OEM and aftermarket parts. If you’re…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Ram Power Wagon w/ EarthCruiser GZL 400
The Power Wagon is one of the few trucks purposefully designed for all-terrain travel and is consequently very capable when the tarmac ends. It is, therefore, no surprise that the Ram is a popular choice for expedition builds, with recent examples including this heavily modified 2019 Power Wagon and a 2012 Laramie w/ FWC Hawk…
Overland Classifieds :: 2006 Ford E-350 4×4 6.0-liter Diesel
We’ve recently shared a number of E-350 builds to our classifieds, including this $119,000 E-350 Quad Van and a $145,000 V10 Sportsmobile. Today’s 2006 E-350 shares many of the same desirable features but is considerably cheaper at $75,000 and is more economical thanks to its 6.0-liter Power Stroke diesel. From the Seller: “Owned and loved…
Overland Classifieds :: 1997 Toyota Tacoma 4×4 with Four Wheel Camper
The popularity of the Tacoma amongst overlanders is truly astonishing and a testament to the build quality, reliability, and capability of these trucks. This model may not be the most luxurious, but it’s a dependable daily workhorse, excellent when the tarmac ends, and parts are available worldwide. Over the past few months, we’ve featured some…
Overland Classifieds :: 2020 Man World Overland Expedition 4WD Camper
I recently shared this $675,000 SLRV Expedition Vehicle and made the irrefutable point that it was a small price to pay for “wine storage for 20 bottles.” However, I appreciate that not everyone can afford a luxurious 6WD rolling palace and that our classifieds need to be balanced with something more affordable. Today’s budget-friendly offering is…
Overland Classifieds :: Land Rover Discovery I 300tdi Pop-Top Camper
We’ve featured several impressive Discoverys recently, including a 2000 V8 Overland Rig and a 2001 Discovery II. As a Defender fan, I’d previously overlooked older Discoverys, but after seeing these builds, I became completely obsessed, and now find myself perusing classifieds in search of one. The Discovery effectively carries forward many of the benefits of…