There are many vehicles suitable for travel, but far fewer that are widely considered a pinnacle overland platform, and the G-Wagen or “Geländewagen” is one of them. This iconic 4WD was first developed by Steyr-Daimler-Puch and sold by Mercedes as a hardcore military off-roader. The latest iteration carries forward the model’s legendary build quality and…
2006 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 :: Classifieds
I love budget-friendly overland rigs since they prioritize experiences above all else; recent offerings include this $11,000 1994 Ford F-150, $7,500 2006 Lexus GX470, and $5,500 2006 Mitsubishi Montero. A couple of years back, I bought a bargain 1992 Mitsubishi Delica L300 for under $7,000 as a temporary replacement for my Vanagon Syncro. Despite living…
1997 Ford F-350 w/ Camper :: Classifieds
The F-350 is a popular choice on our forum with recent adventure-equipped offerings including this 1995 w/1973 Alaskan camper, a 2012 w/flatbed and composite camper, and a 2023 w/a Norweld flatbed and Four Wheel Campers Grandby. With the combination of 4WD, solid axles, long lived motors, considerable payload, and excellent aftermarket support, they’re ideally suited…
2020 Rossmönster Baja :: Featured Classified
Rossmönster (established in 2010) has forged a reputation for excellence within the segment and creates some of the most desirable and rigorously proven overland-ready vans and trucks on the market. The Baja Series is a range of hard-sided pop top adventure trucks that blend four-season liveability, amenities, and redundancy, with class-leading backcountry capability and durability….
2010 Ford E-350 4×4 Military Shuttle Bus :: Featured Classified
The Ford E-Series is an automotive icon and the company’s second-longest running nameplate, surpassed only by the F-150. It’s a vehicle synonymous with longevity and durability and has long been the darling of the commercial sector. Automotive expert and contributor Chris Cordes states, “I mean, sure, the [Ford] GT won a lot of titles. And…
2014 Toyota Land Cruiser :: Classifieds
The 200 Series Land Cruiser is a pinnacle overland platform with recent community builds, including Equipt’s 2013, a 2018, and a 2021 URJ200 Heritage Edition. It’s a vehicle that blends plush interior refinement with class-leading backcountry durability. In fact, when Executive Publisher Scott Brady visited Japan as part of Expeditions 7 to collect the 70…
1994 Toyota Land Cruiser Troopy HZJ75 :: Classifieds
The Toyota Troopy is considered by many as the ultimate around-the-world travel vehicle and is undoubtedly a pinnacle overland platform. We’ve featured a number of these rigs in our Classifieds category, with recent adventure-equipped offerings including this 1990, 1999 FZJ75, and 2014 HZJ78. It’s a vehicle synonymous with uncompromising backcountry durability, capability, and longevity, and…
2013 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon w/ Ursa Minor J30 :: Classifieds
The Wrangler legacy dates back to the World War II-era Willy’s Jeeps and has been in a constant state of evolution and perfection ever since. However, unlike many other iconic 4WDs, it has not abandoned its rugged backcountry roots in pursuit of luxury. While refinement has been vastly improved over the years, this has not…
2022 Ram 2500 Laramie Night Edition w/ 2019 Hallmark Milner LX :: Featured Classified
The Ram 2500 is one of the most popular full-size trucks for overlanding and for good reason. From the factory, it’s well-appointed for the rigors of the backcountry, offering 4WD, solid axles, considerable payload and towing capacity, desirable motor options, and huge aftermarket support from the likes of industry leader American Expedition Vehicles (AEV). It…
2009 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road w/ Go Fast Camper V2 :: Classifieds
The Tacoma remains the most popular pickup on our forum with recent adventure-ready offerings including this 2011 w/ AT Overland Habitat, 2013 w/ All Terrain Bobcat, and 2021 w/ Alu-Cab Canopy camper. It’s also a favorite with the Overland Journal team and was our first Project Vehicle back in 2004. Publisher Scott Brady states, “The…
1996 Ram 2500 w/ Camper :: Classifieds
The Ram 2500 is one of the most popular full-size pickups amongst our audience with recent adventure-equipped offerings including this 1999, 2005 SLT, and 2021 w/ flatbed. From the factory, it boasts a Cummins diesel motor, solid axles, 4WD, a considerable payload, and enjoys extensive aftermarket support from the likes of American Expedition Vehicles (AEV)….
1994 Ford F-150 w/ Cummins 4BT :: Classifieds
The Ford F-150 is the full-size pickup to beat and has remained the best-selling truck in the US for almost 50 years; it’s regularly featured in Overland Journal’s Full Size Truck of the Year awards. It’s also a favorite within the overlanding community with recent offerings including this 2010 STX, 2015 XLT w/ Go Fast…
2015 Toyota Hilux Invincible :: Classifieds
The Toyota Hilux is an automotive icon and is widely regarded as one of the toughest trucks ever produced. This legacy was undoubtedly bolstered tenfold when British car show Top Gear famously attempted to kill the Hilux without success. It’s favored in the developing world by front-line agencies and warlords alike for its ability to…
2022 Ram Limited Prospector XL :: Featured Classified
As an overlander, it’s important to choose a vehicle that, from the factory, is suitable for your needs. If you’re planning short trips with the basics, then a 4WD or mid size pickup will suffice, but if you have sights on long-term adventures or living on the road full-time, you require a vehicle with enough…
2015 Ram 2500 w/ Hillsboro flatbed and Bison Camper :: Classifieds
The Ram 2500 is one of the most popular full-size trucks on our forum, with recent adventure-equipped builds including this 1999, 2021 Crew Cab, and 2021 AEV Prospector XL. From the factory, this full-size platform is well-appointed for heavy-duty commercial applications, featuring a range of powerful motors, 4WD capability, and considerable payload. Add into the…
2004 Mitsubishi Fuso FG Expedition Truck :: Featured Classified – SOLD
There’s no shortage of expedition-ready 4WD truck chassis on the market, but far fewer that are sold and supported globally. The Mitsubishi Fuso is one of the illustrious few and is subsequently one of the most desirable options for travel. From the factory, this vehicle was intended for off-grid commercial applications and is appointed accordingly;…
Overland News of the Week
Hyperlite Mountain Gear Crosspeak 2 Kicking off this week’s overland news Hyperlite Mountain Gear has unveiled the Crosspeak 2—a freestanding, fully enclosed 3-season tent that weighs just 34 ounces and is constructed with a “trusted and tested” blend of Dyneema composite fabrics. Despite being one of the lightest tents in its class, the Crosspeak provides…
2020 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road w/ Alu-Cab Canopy Camper :: Classifieds
The Tacoma remains the mid size champ and the most popular truck on our forum with recent offerings including this 2006 TRD Off Road, 2013 TRD Sport w/ GFC V2, and a 2019 w/ Alu-Cab Canopy camper. It’s a vehicle synonymous with longevity, durability, and capability, and is undoubtedly a pinnacle overland platform. First introduced…
2000 Ford E-350 4×4 :: Classifieds
The E-350 is a firm favorite amongst our community; recent adventure-ready offerings include this 2002 U-Joint, 2014 box truck camper, and 2021 Field Van Classic. Generally speaking, these vehicles remain something of an underappreciated value when you consider that an AWD Sprinter camper will set you back in excess of $100,000 while today’s 2000 Ford…
2012 Ford F-350 4×4 w/ flatbed and Composite Truck Camper :: Classifieds
The F-350 is a favorite on the forum with recent examples including this 2002 Super Cab, a 1995 w/ 1973 Alaskan camper, and a 2023 w/ Norweld flatbed and Four Wheel Campers Grandby. From the factory this full size pick up is well appointed for adventure with a heavy duty 4WD system, a choice of…