I use “pinnacle” sparingly when describing overland builds, but today’s rig is deserving of this status. Cue today’s 2020 Jeep Wrangler JL Unlimited Sport (49,500 miles), which boasts premium modifications and is topped with a carbon-fiber, pop-top camper. This remarkable build is the work of community member Wabi Sabi Overland, with the entire project documented…
Category Archives: Overland-Classifieds
2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 :: Featured Classified
The Jeep Wrangler is beloved by overlanding enthusiasts. From the factory, this model was engineered to perform optimally when the tarmac ends and, in all regards, is ideally suited to backcountry travel. The Rubicon variant sets the benchmark within the segment for capability and further uprates the Wrangler with front and rear lockers, an electronic…
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 Duramax :: Featured Classified
Full-size trucks have become the preferred choice for travelers looking to take a big trip or live on the road full-time. Unlike their midsize counterparts, they boast the structural strength, payload, and power to safely accommodate a fully equipped camper, supplies, and occupants. One of the most impressive all-rounders within the segment is the GMC…
2022 Ram Power Wagon w/ Alu-Cabin :: Featured Classified
There’s no shortage of heavy-duty trucks suitable for overlanding, but when it comes to conquering the backcountry, the Power Wagon continues to set the benchmark. The 1946 Power Wagon was the first factory 4WD pickup sold to civilians, and for the best part of a century, it’s been in a constant state of evolution and…
2024 Ford F-350 Lariat FX4 w/AT Overland Aterra :: Featured Classified
The popularity of full-size pickups for overlanding has exploded in recent years, and for good reason. Executive Publisher Scott Brady states, “When we first started Overland Journal, the compact pickup was by far the most popular choice for overlanding, but that gap is quickly narrowing with full-size variants. The reason is simple—big trucks are more…
2017 Ram 2500 Laramie :: Featured Classified
Ram’s lineup of heavy-duty trucks has become synonymous with overlanding in North America, and for good reason. From the factory, they’re well-appointed to endure daily punishment and to transit heavy loads across any terrain. Highlights include an ultra-durable chassis, a bulletproof and powerful Cummins diesel motor, 4WD, solid axles, a considerable payload, and the possibility…
2018 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 4×4 Sportsmobile :: Featured Classified – SOLD
The Sprinter is a commercial icon and is depended on globally for goods and services. It’s a vehicle synonymous with reliability and build quality, with any iteration capable of a half-million-mile service life and built to withstand the rigors of hard daily use. It was for these reasons and more that it was adopted by…
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…
2022 Ford F-350 SuperCab XLT w/ Bowen Customs Bed and Hallmark Guanella Camper :: Featured Classified – SOLD
Full-size trucks have become the default choice for those looking to spend extended periods traveling or who desire to live on the road full-time. From the factory, they’re well-suited to the rigors of the backcountry and, unlike their mid-size counterparts, boast the structural strength, payload, capacity, and power necessary to safely transport a fully equipped…
2024 Ram 3500 w/ Bliss Mobil 8 Foot Lifting Top :: Featured Classified
I see thousands of dialed overland vehicles working for the Overland Collective, and the most desirable tend to exist in something of a “Goldilocks zone.” In other words, they’re built with intention and real-world travel experience and are not excessive in any one area, but instead deliver the essentials for domestic and international travel. To…
1992 Toyota Land Cruiser :: Featured Classified
The Toyota Land Cruiser, in any iteration, is considered a pinnacle overland vehicle and is relied upon in the world’s toughest environments. From the factory, it’s a vehicle engineered from the ground up with off-grid exploration in mind and in all regards designed to endure daily punishment to a degree unmatched by most civilian vehicles….
2018 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road :: Featured Classified (April 11th, 2026)
The Tacoma in any iteration is considered a pinnacle overland platform and has long been a figurehead of the community. The third gen is the best-selling and most proven to date, and continues to be one of the most desirable mid-size pickups amongst our audience. Executive Publisher Scott Brady states, “The Toyota Tacoma has remained…
1995 Toyota Land Cruiser FZJ80 :: Featured Classified
The Land Cruiser, in any iteration, is considered a pinnacle overland platform and is the vehicle of choice for frontline agencies, NGOs, and military operations in some of the world’s harshest environments. It’s a 4WD synonymous with exceptional longevity, uncompromising build quality, bulletproof reliability, and can endure daily punishment in a way that most civilian…
2025 Nomad RVs Euphoria :: Featured Classified – SOLD
There’s no such thing as the perfect overland vehicle since each build is a reflection of individual needs and objectives. However, there are key attributes desired by the majority that translate into the dominance of certain platforms within the segment. Generally speaking, these builds do not excel in any one area but instead deliver respectable…
2021 Jeep Gladiator Sport S w/ Alu-Cab Canopy Camper
There’s no shortage of suitable mid-size pickups for travel, and a growing number of OEMs offer rugged out-of-the-box packages to uprate their trucks for adventure. However, the Jeep Gladiator is an outlier within the segment, as it was engineered from the ground up for when the tarmac ends and is, in all respects, ideally suited…
2022 Toyota Tundra Limited w/ Alu-Cab Alu-Cabin :: Featured Classified
The Toyota Tundra is a pinnacle choice for travel and is beloved by the overlanding community. The latest third-gen model builds on the success of its predecessor but introduces key upgrades that include a chassis and engine shared with the new 300-Series Land Cruiser. Executive Publisher Scott Brady states, “The frame is fully boxed and…
2004 Mercedes Sprinter T1N 4×4 :: Featured Classified
The Mercedes Sprinter is a commercial icon and a figurehead of both the vanlife and overlanding communities. The success of this coveted van is no coincidence but instead reflects the model’s reputation for excellence, boasting class-leading build quality, and any iteration is capable of half-a-million-mile service lives. Further still, it’s one of a select few…
2015 Ram 2500 Crew Cab AEV Prospector XL w/ AT Summit Topper :: Featured Classified
Full-size trucks are a popular choice for overlanding. Unlike their midsize counterparts, they have the power, structural strength, and payload to safely accommodate a full build-out, supplies, and passengers (check out this deep dive on the Overland Journal Podcast). There’s no shortage of full-size pickups within the segment that are suitable for overland travel, but…
2017 Chevrolet Express 3500 :: Featured Classified – SOLD
I’ve lived on the road for almost 15 years, and most of this time was spent living in vans. Sure, there are more powerful, luxurious, and capable options available, but for travel and living on the road, they’re hard to beat. General Motors (GM) vans, such as the Chevy Express, are a great option, since…
2001 Toyota Land Cruiser Double Cab HZJ79 :: Featured Classified
A couple of years ago, I purchased an HZJ78 Land Cruiser, and it would be an understatement to say that ownership has been positively life-changing. The 70 Series has always been my dream overland rig, and after several years and multiple international trips, it has surpassed all expectations. The first time I sat behind the…