Despite the fact that my 1968 Firebird has only recently become drivable, I have a new vehicle on my mind. I have always had a thing for Astro vans. My parents had one for a few years and I was lucky enough to take a few road trips in it. They are cheap, reliable, cavernous inside, and get good gas mileage for what they are. I discovered that if you take out the rear seats and replace then with a mattress, you have the ultimate econo motorhome.
It turns out I am not the only one who feels this way. These vans, especially the AWD ones, have quite a following among those who use them as "expedition vehicles." The one in the picture is the finest example I have seen. It has been outfitted with a pop-top, lift kit, and meaty tires. I can only imagine what treasures await inside the van.
I am contemplating doing an expedition of my own in the next few months. I may end up acquiring an old Astro or Safari and build my own expedition vehicle.
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