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 Tacoma has been the benchmark of compact overland trucks since its introduction, and the model represents 62 percent of all trucks reported in our reader surveys. Overland Journal has owned a Gen 1 and Gen 3, and we have driven Tacomas from the Arctic Ocean to the Darién Gap in Panama.” In recent years, the model has come up against fierce competition in the segment from the likes of the Jeep Gladiator, Chevrolet Colorado Bison, and Ford Ranger, but it remains the mid-size benchmark for reliability, longevity, and build quality. Cue today’s 2009 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road (185,000 miles), which boasts a plethora of premium upgrades and is topped with a Go Fast Campers V2. If you’d like a better understanding of how the second gen can be upfitted for adventure, then reference inspiring builds from Alpine Tactics, Total Chaos Fabrication, and Pacific Roamer.
From the Seller:
“This Tacoma is in overall great condition and has been meticulously cared for. The only downside is the paint, which has pinstripping from obvious use. But that means it’s actually been used off-road as intended, and it has never left me stranded. It’s fully built and adventure-ready for your summer adventuring. The mileage will go up slightly as it is my daily.”
2009 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road
The Tacoma is fitted with a 4.0-liter V6 motor that produces 236 horsepower, 266 pound-feet of torque, and returns a combined 18 mpg. A dependable motor and drivetrain are matched with all-terrain attributes that include 4WD, high and low range, armor, a rear locking differential, lifted and uprated suspension, Dobinsons snorkel, and an ARB extended differential breather kit. Inside, these rugged backcountry features are balanced with driver comforts that include:
- Air-conditioning
- Premium aftermarket audio (cost $7,000)
- Cruise control
- weBoost cell booster
- Center console with cup holder
Distinguishing Features
- Go Fast Camper V2
- Icon coilovers with Total Chaos upper control arms, Timbren Industries bump stops, and All Pro Expedition leaf pack
- Level 8 Bully Pro wheels with BFGoodrich KO2 wheels
- Pelfreybilt front bumper with Warn winch, Rigid Industries lighting, and Brute Force Fab high clearance double swing-out rear bumper
- ARB compressor
- Bolt on rock sliders with kick out
This 2009 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road with a Go Fast Camper V2 is listed for $27,000 OBO and is currently located in Lacey, Washington. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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