If you’re an Expedition Portal regular, you might have come across an article I featured on a Toyota Hilux Arctic Truck 38 Polar Edition. The interview with owner David Daigle (ex-special forces, Norwegian climbing champion, and founder of DID Extreme Expeditions) focuses on his heavily modified Toyota Hilux, but also touches on his epic all-terrain trailer (pictured below). Like today’s seller, David recognises the benefits of this combination for overland travel, and they’re not alone. Overland trailers are very popular, and Senior Editor Matt Swartz regularly features the latest offerings, which have most recently included Overkill Campers T.K.4.7, Sniper X Overland Off-road Trailer, and Turtleback Trailers Expedition Series.
To understand the benefits of a vehicle/trailer combination, let’s take a look at today’s classified ad. The Toyota Land Cruiser is a fantastic overland rig, arguably the best, but it’s also a great day-to-day vehicle. However, what’s practical for overlanding isn’t always ideal for daily life, and that’s where a trailer comes in.
This trailer, which uses a Toyota Pickup box and chassis, features a propane tank, tool chest, deep-cycle battery, inverter, water pump, shower, A/C and USB outlets, water tank, full cooking galley, interior/exterior lighting, and much more. In other words, it contains everything you need to live on the road while removing the need to drastically modify your vehicle. Thus, while this 100-Series Land Cruiser showcases an impressive list of upgrades, it manages to retain all five seats (with the option for third-row seats), loses no load space, and remains a great everyday family car.
Furthermore, you have the option to leave the trailer at home when you require just the camping essentials or want to tackle a more technical unpaved route. Finally, if you experience a serious breakdown or decide to sell the vehicle, you can hitch the trailer to the replacement and continue your journey. While there are drawbacks to this setup, there is no denying the versatility afforded by a vehicle and trailer combo.
From the Seller
“Toyota lovers, this is your ticket to adventure. Both [vehicle and trailer] have been built personally, with thought and purpose, to provide comfort and performance in the outdoors. They’ve visited some amazing places and provided some unbelievable experiences. Now it’s time to pass them on to someone who will use them. The truck and trailer have matching paint and rims and will ideally be sold as a set.”
Specifications
Land Cruiser:
Old Man Emu 3-inch lift with heavy torsion bars and heavy-duty rear springs with air bags
Heavy-duty shocks
4:88 gears
New drive shafts and CV joints
4WD with electric rear lockers and transmission lock
TJM winch bumper and 9000-pound winch with remote
Dual battery system with controller
Light bar (white and amber), 50 inches
Perimeter lights
Front Runner rack and load bars
Gobi ladder rack
Magtech step sliders
Built-in CB with 5-foot antennae
Trailer brakes module
Third-row seats
Modular toolbox
Interior-mounted high-lift jack, shovel, and Pulaski axe
Lexus wheels
New 33-inch Nitto Terra Grappler tires
Driving lights
Stereo with remote
WeatherTech mats (front and back)
Two-volume complete repair manual for 1998 Land Cruiser
Trailer:
1973 Toyota Pickup (pre-Tacoma) box and chassis
A.R.E topper with three locking doors
Roof rack
Bed liner
Bed/shelf with cargo net
Complete frame-off restoration
6-inch lift
2-inch hitch
Matching Lexus rims to Land Cruiser with full spare
Removable hitch tongue
Heavy-duty rear bumper with receiver
Stabilizer jacks
Propane tank, 20 pounds
Tool chest
Perimeter lights with remote
Deep cycle battery
Inverter, 2,000 watts
A/C outlets and USB outlets
A/C wired into cab
Water tank, 21 gallons
Water pump
Hot water shower
Mounted table with faucet
Full cooking galley and separate storage
Mounted shovel
Full interior lights with remote
This 1998 Toyota 100-Series Land Cruiser and trailer is listed for $21,500 and is currently located in Scottsdale, Arizona. The owner is open to selling the Land Cruiser and trailer separately if desired. Check the full vehicle specifications via the original Expedition Portal forum post here.
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