4×4 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 2019

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Our Base 4X4

Our 4×4 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 2019 has been our trusted companion across rugged terrain and remote landscapes.
Adapted for life on the road with a family of three and a dog, it forms the core of our mobile home.

CHOOSING a BASE 4X4

Our upgrades

We started with a solid base — but the real adventures began when our Ford Ranger evolved into a full-blown overland vehicle, with the purpose of being our self-sufficient off-road home.

DISCOVER OUR UPGRADES

Think snorkel. Roof tent. Solar system. A custom-built kitchen.

Our Base 4×4

Before It Became Our Home

Ford Ranger Wildtrak 2019 in witte uitvoering - basisvoertuig 4x4 Family Tales

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This is how it looked before the transformation — our 2019 white Ford Ranger WIldtrak, the perfect starting point for our 4×4 upgrade adventure.

Base 4×4 Specs

4×4 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 2019

A reliable and powerful base to build on — chosen for its durability and off-road capability — before all the 4×4 upgrades.

The Journey To Our Dream 4×4

What started as a reliable off-road vehicle gradually evolved into a fully customized, self-sufficient mobile home. From suspension upgrades and snorkels to a rooftop tent and custom-built kitchen — every detail tells the story of our growing ambition for freedom and adventure.

THE STORIES BEHIND OUR 4X4

Other Base 4×4’s

Looking for a similar 4×4 pickup? These popular alternatives were also on our shortlist:

👉 Toyota Hilux
👉 Toyota Tacoma
👉 Nissan Navara
👉 Jeep Gladiator

Click on the contenders that made it to our final list.

2020 Jeep Gladiator white driving off-road in rugged terrain
Jeep Gladiator — A bold US designed for rugged trails and off-grid adventures.
White Nissan Navara driving off-road at sunset
Nissan Navara — A midsize pickup known for comfort, strength and off-road capabilities.
White Toyota Tacoma parked on a dirt road with off-road tires.
Toyota Tacoma — A US favorite for overlanding and trail exploration.
TOyota Hilux tackling a muddy forest trail during off-road adventure
Toyota Hilux — renowned worldwide for its rugged reliability and off-road strength.

Thinking about a Ford Ranger yourself?

Here’s where we found ours — friendly service and helpful advice throughout the process.

Bedrijfswagencentrum Hoeksche Waard

We picked up our Wildtrak in juli 2023 at Bedrijfswagencentrum Hoeksche Waard in Zuid-Beijerland, Holland — smooth, friendly and no-nonsense.

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4×4 In Use

Curious how our 4×4 handles daily life on the road? Here’s how it performs in real-world overlanding use.

Let’s Find Out!

Choosing A Base 4×4

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Why It Started

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What We Realised

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What Changed

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What We Live By

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Slow, Intentional — and just a little bit more extreme each time.

Let’s Find Out!

Why this 4×4 base vehicle? It’s all about the values behind our decisions.

Globally Supported

Parts and knowledge available worldwide.

Durable By Design

Built to handle dust, dirt and distance.

Size & Setup Driven

Compact & capable — Getting us to the places that matter.

Long Haul Reliability

Proven and tested — it starts, steers and survives.

So what’s under the hood?

4×4 Base Specs

We get this all the time: “What engine? What drivetrain? What model?” Here’s the stripped-down spec list of our Ford Ranger — no fluff, just facts.

VIEW FULL BASE 4X4 SPECS

But what really matters is how it holds up in the real world…

The 4×4 Stories

Behind every route we take and every upgrade we make lies a reason — and usually a good story. From breakdowns to breakthroughs, from custom mods to hard-earned lessons in the wild: this is how our 4×4 lives its life.

DISCOVER MORE STORIES

New stories are added along the way – check back soon!

Let’s Exchange Ideas

Wondering how it actually works for us — or got a tip of your own to share?

Send us a DM on Instagram or check the general FAQ — we love hearing from you.