Some of the toughest off-road vehicles ever built are more than 30 years old. These old-school monsters were built for roaming the back-country for months at a time. Many have conquered safaris with ease, chased down wild game for zoos, and attacked many a campsite with verve. They feature prominently in our escapist fantasies as we leave our work-a-day lives behind, even if it is just for a little while.
However, our escape from reality must be limited to the occasional three day holiday in some remote, yet local, camping spot. Still, many of us dream of rigs that were built for purpose instead of connectivity, a reliable low range instead of comfort; a time when 4×4 owner’s relied on wrenches instead of computer diagnostics. With that in mind, lets have a look at a few oldsters that are still able to tackle any terrain with the right owner in tow. Also be sure to check out our guide to the best modern used cars for off-road driving.
