![]() ![]() Along with the bumper, the vehicle also has Rancho shocks, a mild lift, bigger BFGoodrich tires, and a bigger endurance fuel tank. Despite being happiest at 65-70 mph, these things are super fun to drive and to look at.īeing one of the display vehicles at the Warn Industries booth, it of course had a Coastal Off-Road front bumper with accommodations for a Warn winch, recovery points, and Lightforce auxiliary lights. However, this custom build-a 1994 Delica Space Gear-features myriad modifications to further optimize its off-road acumen. It has four-wheel drive and a proper low-range gearbox. (Mercedes successfully finished last year’s Rebelle Rally in a lightly modified Volkswagen ID.4 AWD.)Īs standard, the Delica was actually a fantastic platform for going off road. With one week to go till Overland Expo West 2023, we have event planner and all-around adventure woman, Eva Rupert, on the podcast to discuss what to expect at this year’s Overland Expo West Overland Expo West is a massive event full of overlanders and exhibitors from all over the world. This particular Delica belongs to Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal. However, there’s no shortage of JDM vehicles with off-road running in mind, none more so than the Mitsubishi Delica van. When it comes to Japanese-Domestic-Market (JDM) vehicles, most car enthusiasts will likely think of sports cars like the Datsun 240Z, Honda Integra Type R, or even the Mazda RX-7. You’ll also notice that it has beefy off-road tires along with plenty of ground clearance at both ends. What it lacks in raw power it makes up for with off-road necessities-the 2.6-liter diesel engine under the hood is only good for a meager 90 horsepower and 115 lb-ft of torque, but a proper low-range gearbox that will give you extra traction when the going gets tough. With a very modest $39,995 asking price, the vehicle itself is actually pretty capable. If you can believe it, the Forward-Control actually sits on the same chassis as the Series 2 Land Rover that you see farther down the only real difference is the subframe that supports the cab. View the event map and schedule, check out the shuttle schedule, and download the app and arrival. Unsurprisingly, it’s incredibly rare, as only 611 of them were ever produced. Overland Expo West is May 19-21, 2023 in Flagstaff, AZ. It then sat for 20 years in the Swiss Transportation Museum before being imported into the U.S. Overland West Expo 2018 Breach Bang Clear Attended One of the Biggest Gatherings of Bug-Out Vehicles and Off-Roaders in America Written by Sara Liberte on NovemEditors Note: The following article was originally written by Sara Liberte (owner of the Battlevan) and published by our friends at Breach Bang Clear. This particular example spent 14 years serving as a fire truck for the community of Waldkirch Bernhardzell in Switzerland. However, it’s a little-known fact that the British motoring giant briefly made a fire engine. In This Article Category: 4x4s Overland Expo West is a one-stop shop for everything overlanding. It’s Overland Expo West 2023! Join us for the conversation to help you prepare for all it has to offer!Most everyone is aware that Land Rover is best known for its Defender and Range Rover models. We also have Rachelle Croft joining us for this episode to share the history of X Overland at Expo and along with a few tidbits about what fans can expect from us this year.īeyond activities and events within the event, Eva provides a detailed look at the food and beverages, parties, and giveaways that will take place at Expo this year.įinally, learn everything you need to know about how to attend whether you’ll be staying in Flagstaff or camping at the event itself as Eva covers ticket sales, public transportation, and event facilities available to overlanders. There is so much to see and do, and Eva is here to share details about activities and events taking place at Expo and how to strategies to create a plan that’s best for you. A successful event for many, the crowd was ready to camp, attend classes and shop for new gear. ![]() It is an event that will excite both those new to overlanding as well as seasoned veterans. After taking a year off due to COVID precautions in 2020, people were ready to see their friends and all the new overlanding offerings at Overland Expo West 2021 in Flagstaff, Arizona, September 22 24, 2022. Overland Expo West is a massive event full of overlanders and exhibitors from all over the world. This is the place to see the latest vehicles, equipment, and gear for the broad overlanding market. With one week to go till Overland Expo West 2023, we have event planner and all-around adventure woman, Eva Rupert, on the podcast to discuss what to expect at this year’s Overland Expo West! What’s Trendy in Two-Wheel Transportation, As Displayed At Overland Expo-West By Randy Reek I recently had the chance to attend Overland Expo-West in Flagstaff, Arizona. ![]()
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