The LR3 is a favorite with our audience with recent builds including this 2005 w/ HD Package, a 2006 SE, and a 2008 HSE. The Discovery provides many of the same desirable traits as the Defender and some key advantages. Publisher Scott Brady states, “While I can certainly respect the desire to pilot a 110…
1999 Toyota Dyna 4WD :: Classifieds
There’s no shortage of suitable vehicles for overlanding on the market, but when it comes to traveling around the world, Toyotas are hard to beat. Sure, they’re not always the most powerful or luxurious, but they are incredibly reliable and built to last. I’ve owned my Vanagon Syncro for over a decade, and I’m lucky…
2007 Toyota 4Runner Sport :: Classifieds
The 4Runner is a firm favorite on the forum, with recent builds including this 2000 Limited, a 2003 Sport, and a 2006. In short, it’s one of the best 4WDs to get out there and explore, which is why it was featured in Overland Journal’s recent Top Ten New Overland SUVs. The fourth gen is…
2016 AEV Prospector :: Classifieds
The Prospector is a desirable choice for expedition builds with recent adventure-ready offerings including this 2015, 2021 Mega Cab, and 2022 w/ OEV Camp X. AEV (American Expedition Vehicles) takes the already capable Ram 2500/3500 and overhauls it from the ground up with a range of rigorously tested parts and accessories to optimize it for…
2005 Land Rover LR3 SE w/ HD Package :: Classifieds
The Discovery LR3 is a fantastic budget-friendly vehicle for travel with recent adventure-ready offerings including this 2005 HSE w/ HD package, 2006 HSE, and 2008 HSE. It’s a proven platform that cut its teeth in events such as the 2006 G4 Challenge yet remains an underappreciated value. Cue today’s 2005 Land Rover LR3 SE (226,000),…
2022 Ram 1500 Rebel Night Edition w/ Super Pacific X1 Camper :: Featured Classified
From the factory, the Ram 1500 Rebel is engineered with the backcountry in mind and is an ideal choice for adventure. Automotive journalist, photographer, and contributor Chris Collard tested the first iteration for Expedition Portal back in 2015 and was very impressed. Since then, it’s gone from strength to strength. The combination of 4WD, a…
2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport :: Classifieds
I recently listened to an episode of the Overland Bonfire Podcast titled 5 Essential Tips for Building Your Dream Overland Rig. During the conversation, the Blue Ridge Overland Gear team highlighted that most people do not own a dedicated overland rig and subsequently, the best vehicles are those that perform as both a daily driver…
2015 Toyota Tundra SR5 w/ Four Wheel Campers Hawk :: Classifieds
The Tundra is one of the most popular trucks on our forum with recent adventure-ready examples including this 2004 w/ AT Atlas, 2011 w/ Hiatus camper, and 2020 Platinum CrewMax. Publisher Scott Brady states, “Toyota trucks are legendary for their quality, durability, and reliability, with Tundras of any variant achieving million-mile service lives.” Cue today’s…
2021 Ford F-250 Lariat w/ OEV Aluma Tray and OEV Hudson Bay Edition :: Featured Classified
The F-250 remains one of the most popular trucks for overlanding on our forum, and for good reason. Its heavy-duty commercial underpinnings, rugged dependability, well-appointed interior, powerful motor, and class-leading payload are ideally suited to the rigors of the backcountry. It was for these reasons and more that the Tremor variant was awarded Overland Journal’s…
1999 Land Rover Defender 110 :: Featured Classified
The Land Rover Defender is an overlanding icon and is undoubtedly a pinnacle 4WD for exploration. It’s the vehicle of choice for our Senior 4WD Editor Graeme Bell who has travelled around the world with his family in a Defender 130. He states, “The Defender has a Td5, turbo-diesel five-cylinder engine with ECU, and has…
2010 Ford F-150 STX 4×4 :: Classifieds
The F-150 is a popular choice on our forum, with recent examples including a 1989 w/ Caravan Campershell, 2018 w/ GFC camper, and 2023 FX4 w/ AT Overland Equipment Summit. It’s the full-size pickup to beat and has remained the best-selling truck in the US for a whopping 46 years and is regularly featured in…
GXV Mercedes Unimog U500 :: Featured Classified
Working for Overland International, I see rigs ranging from a few thousand dollars to over a million, but in terms of expedition trucks, today’s GXV Mercedes Unimog U500 might be my favorite. GXV, or “Global Expedition Vehicles,” has forged a reputation for excellence and is widely considered the benchmark for luxury expedition vehicles. These no-expense-spared…
2000 Toyota 4Runner Limited :: Classifieds
The 4Runner is one of the most popular rigs on our forum with recent offerings including this 1992 SR5, 2005, and 2006. We recently celebrated 40 Years of Toyota 4Runner and maintain that today this model remains a pinnacle choice for travel. Cue today’s 2000 Toyota 4Runner Limited, which has been extensively modified for overlanding….
2003 Toyota Tacoma w/ FlipPac Camper :: Classifieds
The Tacoma continues to reign supreme on our forum with recent adventure-equipped offerings including this 2006 with a GoFast V2, a 2014 SR5 with a custom flatbed OVRLND camper, and a 2013 with an Alu-Cab Canopy Camper. It’s a legendary pickup, synonymous with longevity, capability, and class-leading build quality. It’s the ideal choice for anyone…
2004 Toyota Tundra w/ AT Atlas :: Featured Classified
The first-generation Toyota Tundra remains a pinnacle choice for overlanding with no shortage of inspiring builds online from the likes of Basil’s Garage, Trail Runner Customs, and Topo Toppers. However, when it comes to Gen 1 builds, “Sleepy” from Equipt Expedition Outfitters surely takes the crown. Built on a 2004 Toyota Tundra (262,300 miles), this…
2008 Mercedes G55 :: Featured Classified
The Mercedes G Wagen or “Geländewagen” is one of a select few 4WD platforms considered a pinnacle overland vehicle. Expedition Portal Senior 4WD Editor Graeme Bell recently celebrated the model’s 500,000th production milestone, stating, “The Land Rover Defender, Toyota Land Cruiser, and G-Wagen are hands down the three most iconic overland vehicles … Since its…
2003 Ford F-250 :: Classifieds
The F-250 is one of the most popular full size pickups on our forum with recent overland ready offerings including this 1993 Service Body w/ 1973 Alaskan camper, a 1997 w/ Outfitter Caribou, and a 2002 w/ Bowens Customs flatbed and Aterra XL Flatbed camper. It’s a vehicle synonymous with durability, reliability, and capability and…
2019 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road w/ Alu-Cab Canopy Camper :: Featured Classified
The Tacoma remains the mid-size benchmark and is undoubtedly the most popular truck on our forum. Despite fierce competition within the segment, this coveted Toyota pickup remains the darling of the overlanding community, and for good reason. Much like the venerable Land Cruiser, the Tacoma is a vehicle that, in stock configuration, will get you…
2004 Mitsubishi Fuso FG 4×4 :: Classifieds
The Fuso remains one of the most popular platforms for expedition builds on our forum with recent examples including this 2002, 2007, and 2008. It’s one of the few heavy-duty 4WD trucks that’s available internationally, which makes it easier to access parts and services anywhere in the world. Further still, it benefits from fabled Japanese…
2015 Toyota 4Runner Trail Edition :: Featured Classified
The Toyota 4Runner remains a pinnacle platform for overland travel with the 5th gen being the best-selling to date (selling as many units as the 1st, 2nd, and 4th generations combined). World traveler and Overland Journal Publisher Scott Brady states, “The 4Runner is both honest and capable at the same time, yet somehow achieves a…