Here at Expedition Portal, we believe that overlanding should prioritize experiences above all else and that the vehicle and gear should always be secondary. Thus, it’s important to select a rig that allows you to focus on the road ahead rather than the next expensive breakdown. With this in mind, the Toyota Tacoma is, without a doubt, a pinnacle overland platform and the midsize pickup by which all others are measured. Despite fierce competition, it continues to dominate the segment with bulletproof reliability, class-leading build quality, a function-first interior, and everyday practicality. For these reasons and more, it was featured in our Overland Truck of the Year :: The Best Midsized Pickups with Publisher Scott Brady stating: “The Tacoma is an exceptional vehicle, and one deserving of the Toyota legacy.” It’s also the aftermarket darling with a huge range of parts, accessories, and camping solutions available to uprate it for travel. This enables owners to tailor the Tacoma to their desired specifications and ensures no two examples are identical. Cue today’s one-owner 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road (93,000 miles), which showcases a plethora of premium modifications and is topped with a Super Pacific X1 camper. This build has to be one of the most tasteful, handsome, and meticulously curated examples we’ve featured and would be the perfect travel companion both at home and abroad. I especially appreciate that the seller has been so mindful to respect the limitations of the midsize platform and in doing so has created a built-for-purpose masterpiece.
From the Seller:
“Initially, when I bought the truck new, I promised myself I wasn’t going to build another off-road rig like I’ve done in the past. So, instead, I built a minimalistic rig with only modifications that DO something—no bling here. Seems [like] many overlanding rigs are overloaded with everything but the kitchen sink these days. Everything on my truck has a purpose or function. Coming from the Land Cruiser world, I appreciate simplicity and reliability.”
2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road
The Tacoma is fitted with a dependable 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 278 horsepower, 265 pound-feet of torque, and returns a combined 18 mpg (today’s offering has been uprated with a Magnuson Supercharger). An exceptionally long-lived engine and drivetrain are mated with class-leading capability thanks to 4WD, high and low range, armor, a rear locking differential, uprated and lifted suspension, 5.29 gears, a winch, hill-start assist, a multi-terrain select system, and crawl control. Inside, these rugged credentials are balanced with a well-appointed interior with driver comforts that include:
- Backup and forward-facing camera
- Dual-zone climate control
- Premium six-speaker audio
- Keyless entry
- Power steering, windows, locks, and mirrors
- Cruise control
- Infotainment system with navigation
- Blind spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert
- Power tilt/slide moonroof
- Auto headlamps
- Remote start
- Diode Dynamics LED headlights and Morimoto taillights
- Seat Jackers
- Midland GSMR radio
Distinguishing Features
- CBI Baja aluminum front bumper with Warn M8 winch and Bubba rope and high-clearance rear bumper with rear swingout fuel can holder and spare tire with camp table
- Baja Designs lighting
- Hefty Fab sliders and Mountain Off Road skid plates
- King 2.5-inch adjustable remote reservoir shocks, Deaver Stage II leaf packs, Goodyear airbags and diff drop, and SPC upper-control arms
- Prinsu roof rack with Clearwater Erica lights, weBoost cell signal booster, and camp lights
- Super Pacific X1 camper with 100-watt solar panel and internal Hard Corr lighting
- Freespirit Recreation 270-degree awning
- ARB twin compressor
- Nomad Convoy Raceline wheels with BFGoodrich KO2 tires
- Group 31 battery and Cascadia 80-watt, hood-mounted solar panel
- Total Chaos cab mount chop and bed stiffeners
This 2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road with a Super Pacific camper is listed for $55,000 and is currently located in Denver, Colorado. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
Contact Information:
Email: Denco40@gmail.com
