I’ve been on a mission to feature bargain rigs listed on our forum. Recent examples include this $8,000 1994 Ram 2500 with Alaskan camper, an $8,500 2000 Mitsubishi Montero, and a $6,000 1997 Isuzu Trooper. However, today’s 2001 Mercedes ML430 is the cheapest to date at just $3,500 OBO. This may not be the first…
Overland Classifieds :: 2011 Ford E-350 Quigley 4×4
The Ford E-350 is undoubtedly one of the most popular overland platforms on our forum, and for good reason. We’ve recently featured several trail-ready rigs, including this 2000 Sportsmobile, a 2003 Quadvan, and a 2006 with a Stahl service body. These vans offer long-lived motors and drivetrains, a generous payload and towing capacity, access to…
Overland Classifieds :: 2009 Ford F-350 Provan Tiger CX Camper
Vehicles designed and built from the ground up by a professional overlanding company are rare and oftentimes exorbitantly expensive. A few recent examples include this $299,000 2010 EarthRoamer, a $584,000 Global Expedition Vehicles Patagonia, and a $350,000 2012 Adrenalin Industries Truck. In fact, it’s unusual to come across any professionally built live-in overland rig for…
Overland Classifieds :: 2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road w/ RSI Smart Cap
The Tacoma is the most popular vehicle on our forum for overland builds, and for good reason. In short, the Tacoma is hard to beat if you’re looking for class-leading build quality, reliability, capability, and a rig that can quite simply do-it-all without breaking the bank. The vast success of this platform has established a…
Overland Classifieds :: 2005 Toyota 4Runner Limited
If you’re in the market for a budget-friendly 4WD that’s comfortable and practical for daily life but also excels when the tarmac ends, the 4Runner is a great option. That said, during the pandemic, the cost of used examples skyrocketed and made this desirable Toyota a less-than-affordable option. Fortunately, the market is now slowing, and…
Overland Classifieds :: 1996 Ford Falcon 190 4×4 Class B Camper
Ford’s iconic E-Series is one of the most popular vans on our forum for overland builds, with recent examples including this 2006 E-250 Overland Build, a 2003 E-350 Quadvan camper, and a 1996 4WD ambulance. These vehicles benefit from powerful and dependable motors and drivetrains, generous payload and towing capacity, comfortable interiors, and excellent aftermarket…
Overland Classifieds :: 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4×4 Crew Cab
Full-size trucks are all the rage, with many overlanders gravitating towards the plethora of benefits afforded by these bigger vehicles. Sure, there are some disadvantages, such as running costs and sheer size, but the former is often only marginal, and the latter can also be a positive. Key advantages include generous payload and towing capacity,…
Overland Classifieds :: 1998 Mitsubishi Montero
During the pandemic, the price of used vehicles skyrocketed, with many rigs selling for considerably more than market value. It was a sad state of affairs as vehicle travel and adventures close to home boomed, but more people than ever were priced out of affording a suitable vehicle. Fortunately, I have some positive news: the…
Overland Classifieds :: 1993 Land Rover Defender 90
Let’s face it, for many (or at least those not familiar with the Land Cruiser); the Defender is the definitive overland vehicle, and for good reason. This uncompromising go-anywhere machine has been designed in all respects to be as versatile, capable, and utilitarian as possible to ensure it’s optimized for rugged off-grid travel. Its iconic…
Overland Classifieds :: 2004 Dodge Sprinter T1N 2500
The Mercedes Sprinter has become an international vanlife icon and is widely considered one of the best all-around live-in vehicles money can buy. Furthermore, it dominates the commercial sector and is utilized by businesses worldwide. So, what makes this van so desirable? Key benefits include excellent build quality, durable engines and drivetrains, good economy, generous…
Overland Classifieds :: 2013 Ford F-550 XLT Crew Cab 4×4 w/ 2008 Snowriver 96DS Camper
Full-size trucks are all the rage and don’t come much bigger than the F-550. The 2013 offering boasts up to a 5,880-pound payload and an 18,500-pound towing capacity. These impressive workhorse credentials are mated with a powerful 6.7-litre Power Stroke diesel motor, a well-equipped interior, and impressive capability. These are just some reasons why EarthCruiser…
Overland Classifieds :: 1995 Land Rover Discovery I
The price of used Land Rovers can be eye-watering, with a good condition stock Defender 110 setting you back the best part of $50,000 in the U.S. Fortunately, the Discovery offers comparable classic charm, versatility, and capability but is a fraction of the price. I’ve featured several bargain adventure-ready examples, including this $6,400 2001 Series…
Overland Classifieds :: 2012 Mitsubishi Fuso FGB72 Overlander
If you’re in the market for a bigger rig that provides excellent capability and reliability but can also be outfitted with all the comforts of home, then the Mitsubishi Fuso 4×4 is a perfect choice. For this reason, the Fuso was EarthCruiser’s base vehicle of choice for many years until their recent switch to the…
Overland Classifieds :: 2016 Ford Transit HD350 w/ Quigley 4×4 Conversion
The Ford Transit is quickly becoming one of the most popular vans on our forum, with recent examples including this 2017 Vandoit with Quigley 4×4 conversion, a 2019 T350 Quadvan 4×4, and a 2020 AWD overland build. The capability of the standard AWD variant (especially the latest Trail Edition) is already impressive, as demonstrated on…
Overland Classifieds :: 2021 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro w/ A/T Summit
The Tundra is one of the best trucks money can buy and would be my full-size pickup of choice if I lived in the U.S. That’s not to say it’s perfect; the motor is thirsty, and it lacks all-terrain features compared to class leaders such as the Ford Tremor. However, it makes up for this…
Overland Classifieds :: 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road w/ Vagabond Drifter
If you’re in the market for a mid-size truck, the Tacoma TRD Off-Road (or TRD Pro) should be a top contender. I love many of the alternatives, and while my heart might be tempted by the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison or the GMC Canyon AT4X, I would know deep down that they weren’t Toyotas. I’m…
Overland Classifieds :: 2012 Ford F-350 w/ FWC Grandby Flatbed – SOLD
Full-size trucks have never been so popular with overlanders, with many embracing the additional running costs in exchange for increased payload, towing capacity, space, power, and, in some cases, improved capability (check out “Full-Size Revolution” by Scott Brady for more information). It’s becoming more difficult to justify a smaller truck, especially when you consider that…
Overland Classifieds :: 1993 Land Rover Defender 110 200 Tdi
The Land Rover Defender really needs no introduction and is widely considered the overland platform by which all others are measured (well, except for the Toyota Land Cruiser). Durable motors and drivetrains, simple mechanicals and electrics, excellent capability, and parts available worldwide are just some of the benefits. In addition, the Defender enjoys access to…
Overland Classifieds :: 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 w/ OVRLND Camper
GMC is a company invested in the overlanding boom, with a range of rugged models and packages that appeal to their customers’ growing desire to leave the tarmac. Earlier this year our CEO Scott Brady was invited to GM’s desert proving grounds in Yuma, Arizona, to test the off-road focused GMC Canyon AT4X. He concluded…
Overland Classifieds :: 2013 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 170 WB
The Mercedes Sprinter is a popular choice for overland builds, especially in the 4WD configuration. I’ve featured a number of expedition-ready examples including this $177,900 Revel 44E, a $150,000 Sportsmobile fitted with an Alu-Cab Rooftop Tent, and a $130,000 4×4 Overland Build. Sure, these rigs are epic, but with price tags in excess of $100,000,…