Expeditions West Old Taco For Sale

Trail Monkey

Adventurer, Overland Certified OC0014
Ive decided to sell my Tacoma in hopes of moving into a Sportsmobile. For those not aware this was Scott Brady's truck which I purchased from him last year. The truck has performed flawlessly and I have ridiculously upgraded every system to the best possible standard. Thats my usual way of loosing money, I prefer it over the Stock Market/Real Estate method its much more satisfying. Someone will get a great truck extremely well equipped and maintained ready for a trip, and will benefit from a grossly over the top enhancement budget. The truck is very very custom and very well built.. I will begin to post pictures in this thread later tonight.

Overview of Base Vehicle:

2004 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Double-Cab located in PHX Arizona.
88,660 plus or minus miles on odometer from tire size, actual is less.
Super White / Oak Interior
4-Speed Automatic
TRD Package (OF)
SR5 Package (LX)
Convenience Package (CQ)
Floor Mats

Summary of Modifications (this is only a partial list of major modifications as the details are too numerous to list, but can be provided if required):

From front to back-

ARB Front Bull-Bar
Warn M8000 with viking line and safety thimble and prototype aluminum/delrin roller fairlead
IPF HID Driving Lights 2 on Front bumper 4 on Roof Rack.
Demello Off-Road front skidplate w/ full radiator protection, Custom center skid plate
ARB Front Locking Differential
5.29 axle gearing
Cross-drilled and slotted rotors with Porterfield racing pads
Donahoe Racing Custom Coil-Overs with high-corrosion protection
Group 31 AGM lifeline accessory battery – optima starting battery with National Luna Isolator system.
Slee Off-Road air distribution block
(Note: No modifications to the stock motor have been performed, retaining ultimate reliability)
ARB Safari Snorkel
Gauge pod with Cyberdyne gauges
G.E.A.R front seat covers with accessory pouches
OBD II Scan Gauge Monitoring System
German designed and manufactured LED interior lighting, custom mount
LongRanger Aux fuel tank monitoring system
Roadless Gear Interior Winch Controller
Addition Gauges for Air Pressure and Fridge/Outside Temps
RAM GPS mount with Lowrance Global 540C, custom antenna mount on roof rack
Yeasu 8800 dual band Ham Radio with custom faceplate mount & Hood Mount antenna
Cobra CB & Antenna hood mounted
Rear seat 12v outlets
Demello Off-Road Rock Sliders
(5) 255/85 R16 BFG KMs mounted to Performance Wheels Outback TX1
Mounted LED Work light
ExtremeAire Compressor mounted underhood with custom bracket
SeaRay Fuse Block
1000W GoPower Inverter
30 Gallon fresh water tank with filtration- this system is designed to specs recently published in Overland Journal, super flexible and reliable.
SureFlow pressure pump with new second spare
Hot water Helton exchange heater - Shower system with long hose
Rear faucet
110V shore charging system
Rear outside 12v and 120v outlets
Custom Roof Rack that holds and locks 4 Pelican 1550 Size Cases(cases not included).
Built in LP 3 gallon tank under truck, same style as VW Westafalia, quick connect supply line system.(changable regulator for various stoves)
Eezi-Awn 1200 Roof Top Tent
Custom shovel and axe mount on rear tire carrier, with custom drop down kitchen prep area, 7000lb spindle on tire carrier.
5.29 Rear Axle Gears with Factory Differential Lock
Deaver Rear Custom 11-leaf springs
Donahoe Racing Remote Reservoir Rear Shocks
22 Gallon Custom Aux. Fuel Tank (from isuzu trooper)
48" Extreme Hi Lift Jack
Integrated receiver hitch with trailer wiring and brake controller

Addition Items:
Significant Spares Kit with belts, fuses, filters etc..
Engle MT40 Fridge on slideout with Insulation Cover.
Solar controller hardwired (portable panel not included)
- note accessories not specifically mentioned in this list that are shown in photos are not included in sale at the listed price.
Stove and Pelican boxes not included.

Known Issues:
Body has scratches, dings and small dents consistent with mileage and usage, no body work has ever been done, and no accidents.
Bumpers and skidplates all have light rock scrapes, no serious dents or damage
Some wear consistent with mileage
The truck starts and runs perfectly. Always receives Mobil1 fluids.
The truck drives and handles better than stock/new and gets a consistent 16-17 mpg if driven at 70mph or less.

Vehicle History:
Purchased in February of 2004 by Scott Brady of Overland Journal
Featured in 4WTO Magazine no less than 10 times
Featured in SEMA 2005
Featured in PRIMEDIA publications no less than 12 times
Featured in SEMA 2006
Featured in Mobil1 global commercials and advertising
Featured in The Grid television show on Speed Channel
Featured on numerous websites, catalogs and advertisements
Purchased last year by James Roy, at which time entire electrical & water system was significantly upgraded. In addition a custom roof rack was added, New Bed Cover and bed tool center/ electric center was added. A new rear swing gate was fabricated as well as many other misc details upgraded. Over $40k was spent on the custom overhaul of this vehicle after its purchase from Scott.. The fabrication is absolutely superb in every way.

Just did $4000 in upgrades and services. Timing belt and full motor and fluids services, including diffs etc..

Have many records and receipts, including original window sticker
 
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haven

Expedition Leader
James,

I'm looking forward to the photos. I hope you will take the time
to fully describe the changes you made.

How many miles on the truck today? With the bigger tires and
regearing, is the odometer still accurate?

Chip Haven
 

Trail Monkey

Adventurer, Overland Certified OC0014
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Trail Monkey

Adventurer, Overland Certified OC0014
James,

I'm looking forward to the photos. I hope you will take the time
to fully describe the changes you made.

How many miles on the truck today? With the bigger tires and
regearing, is the odometer still accurate?

Chip Haven

thx chip, i missed that. added the mileage to the original post and put up some photos now. i will be going into details on all the upgrades with in-progress build photos under a seperate thread soon...
 

kjp1969

Explorer
Oh great, another ridiculously capable, immaculately prepared, grossly underpriced truck for me to drool over. I swear, if my car isn't waiting for me in the parking lot tonight, I'm going to sign the insurance check directly over to someone on this website.
 

bigreen505

Expedition Leader
Oh great, another ridiculously capable, immaculately prepared, grossly underpriced truck for me to drool over. I swear, if my car isn't waiting for me in the parking lot tonight, I'm going to sign the insurance check directly over to someone on this website.

x2! Twice now this truck comes up for sale when I'm in no position to buy it. Sad.
 
Wow! The rig is looking fantastic! I'm loving that Overland Journal Vehicle wrap. Good luck with the sale man wish I could afford it.
 
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Redline

Likes to Drive and Ride
Nothing like taking a well prepped vehicle on a nice expedition to Central AMerica to teach you what features you 'really' want in your next ExPo rig. The Sportmobiles are certainly nice ☺

Good luck with your sale and purchase.
 

flyingwil

Supporting Sponsor - Sierra Expeditions
Wow James, I thought this was a April Fools joke when I first saw it. I'll send some people your way.
 

ExpoMike

Well-known member
Man, first the AT, now the Taco. Moving up to a SMB. I see a trend, each one is bigger then the last. So when to expect the UniMog? :D

Best of luck on the sale of an awesome rig!
 

datrupr

Expedition Leader
Great, you needed to post this up last week before I just bought a truck. Good luck with the sale.
 

roamingaz

Explorer
Wow if I had the money this thing would be in my driveway!
I seen this truck when the fab work was being done at 4wheelers, I stole a few ideas for my own truck. Awesome work.
 

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