With Spring approaching, it’s a great time to prepare your vehicle for adventure or to invest in your dream overland platform. The Expedition Portal forum is a great place to find your perfect rig, and for less than you might expect. There have been a number of wallet-friendly options listed recently; these include a $10,800 1999 Land Rover Discovery I, $10,500 2002 Ford F-350 Lariat, and $14,000 2002 Toyota Tacoma SR5 TRD Off Road. However, today’s 2013 Ram 2500 (78,000 miles) with tasteful upgrades and a Bowen Customs bed might be the best deal to date. At $32,000, this offering is not my typical sub $15,000 pick, but when you consider that the flatbed alone would set you back the best part of $20,000, it’s not hard to see why this represents an impressive value. In this configuration, the Ram is a pinnacle full-size package and would serve as a fantastic turnkey platform to add a camper or habitation cell (as discussed in Full Size Revolution). If you’d like a better understanding of how the 2500 can be upfitted for exploration, then check out builds from the likes of Mainline Overland, Savage Camper, and Jason Explains Things.
From the Seller:
“Don’t pay full price for a new Bowen Customs Flatbed when you can buy mine heavily discounted. I am the second owner of the truck and have made no engine modifications. It passes emissions each year with no problem. If you have additional questions, feel free to reach out.”
2013 Ram 2500 Tradesman
The Ram 2500 is fitted with a powerful 6.7-liter Cummins turbo-diesel engine that produces 350 horsepower and a considerable 660 pound-feet of torque. An exceptionally powerful and long-lived motor is matched with impressive capability thanks to 4WD, high and low range, a lifted and uprated suspension, and armor. Inside these rugged credentials are balanced with driver comforts that include:
- Air-conditioning
- Power steering, windows, and locks
- Aftermarket stereo
- Center console with cupholders
- Multi-function steering wheel
Distinguishing Features
- Bowen Customs Overland Flatbed, 6.75 feet (2023)
- Black Rhino Arsenal wheels with BFGoodrich tires
- Bilstein 5200 shocks, Firestone Ride-Rite Extreme Duty Air Helper springs, and leveling kit
This 2013 Ram 2500 with a Bowen Customs flatbed is listed for $32,000 and is currently located in Bailey, Colorado. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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