Trucks have increasingly become popular over the last 40 years. Due to their versatility and popularity, most car manufacturers have decided to release their own versions of the all-terrain vehicles. Whether it is Volkswagen, Ford, or Isuzu, there are now trucks available on the market for buyers with drastically different budgets.
There comes a time in the life of some truck owners when a stock truck just is not cutting it. With a lift kit being the most basic and logical first modification, some trucks go from being practical to becoming absolutely war-ready. Toyota, Mercedes, Chevrolet are some of the popular brands that provide the base for drivers to build an end-of-the-world or rocket-ship vehicle.
10 Can Navigate Any Terrain: Mercedes G63
The Mercedes-Benz G63 6X6 is by definition a civilian German tank. Being the most luxurious version of the G-Wagon series, the G63 6X6 is the go-to car of tycoons in countries like the United Arab Emirates. With its 6 wheels and twin-turbo V8 producing 537hp, the 4-door pickup truck seems like it is coming straight out of a kid's dream.
Though Mercedes from producing outstanding all-terrain vehicles, this G63 is beyond impressive. Not only its aesthetics but also its capacity to be great on unpaved trails, make this German marvel a wealthy and flashy people must-have. For $1.35 million, the Brabus version can be yours and end up in your driveway. Dream on.
9 Built For Speed: GMC Syclone
First released in 1991, the GMC Syclone was already an intriguing machine back then. This 2019 version is nonetheless as intriguing. Scary other drivers on the freeway thanks to its 3.6L turbocharged V6 producing a nice 455hp, the Syclone is beautifully modified and will guarantee its drivers to leave a long-lasting effect on onlookers.
The Syclone package starts at $40,000. That's without the truck. The 2021 version is about to be released and has already been modified to produce 750hp. Needless to say, the 750hp package will come at a hefty price, but it is totally worth it.
8 Can Navigate Any Terrain: Toyota Tacoma
At this point in time, there is absolutely zero need to introduce the Toyota Tacoma. Although its foreign cousin, the Toyota Hilux, tend to be more popular abroad, the Tacoma became America's favorite truck year after year.
This particular Tacoma is located in Iceland. Its oversized wheels and rally-like body gives it a very peculiar and aggressive look. Given Iceland's harsh weather conditions and rugged outdoors, this one-of-kind Tacoma seems to fit perfectly in Iceland's moon-like landscapes.
7 Built For Speed: Mercedes X Class
The Mercedes X-Class could have been Mercedes-Benz's most successful attempt to attract lower-high income earners wanting to drive a utility truck in style. Despite the cancellation of the X-Class, it is still possible to acquire one and give it some vitamins. This design combined with a Brabus preparation would destroy its European rivals, notably the Volkswagen Amarak.
While Mercedes-Benz gave up on the X-Class, tuners and collectors have not. Its peculiar design may hint for a future, more thought out, pickup truck. It is unclear whether the collaboration with Nissan triggered the need to stop production, but what is sure is that German car fans are asking for more.
6 Can Navigate Any Terrain: Dodge 2500 Power Wagon
The Dodge Ram is among the most popular large-sized trucks in the world. In the US, the Ram has gotten so much praise over the years that it kept on being produced despite the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles group almost calling it quits. The Power Wagon version was not concocted in someone's cauldron by putting whatever aftermarket parts together.
In fact, the Power Wagon is a factory version that includes a lift kit among other goodies. The only drawback is the engine: Dodge only offers a 6-cylinder engine for the 2020 version. The 6.7L V8 found on the SRT8 would have been far better.
5 Built For Speed: Dodge Ram SRT10
The Dodge Ram SRT10. The Viper Truck. It is quite common to see pickup trucks behind modified to become street racers, but the Dodge Ram SRT10 is by far the scariest pickup truck turned supercar on the road. With its 8.3L V10 engine producing 500hp stock, it is recommended to purchase a gas station when acquiring this truck.
Given the customizable capacity of the engine, it is possible to reach 1000hp with the right preparation. The stock wheels on the SRT10 understandably became a must-have for customized Challengers and Chargers in the past years. It is unclear whether the value of the SRT10 will increase over time, but it is safe to assume it will.
4 Can Navigate Any Terrain: Jeep Wrangler Trailcat
Over the past two years, drivers have been noticing the appearance of all kinds of felines on the streets: Challenger Hellcat, Charger Hellcat, and soon the Durango Hellcat. However, they were not the first models to be powered by an overboosted V8 engine producing a scary 707hp.
The Jeep Wrangler Trailcat first appeared in 2016 as a concept car. Though it is quite questionable why anyone would require 707hp on a dirt road, the Trailcat must be a pleasure to drive in sand dunes such as the Algodones dunes. This Trailcat package starts at a $56,000 with additional upgrades that can add up to another $50,000.
3 Built For Speed: Legendary El Camino
The El Camino is one those American cars that never aged. Just like the most expensive and tasty wines on the planet, the El Camino gets better as years pass by. This vehicle is the perfect combination of a muscle car and a pickup truck. This head-turner is from 1966 and has a huge 5.4L V8 that produces a meager 220hp.
Fortunately, the 5.4L V8 can easily be modded to produce over 500hp (in this case 740hp) and still be street legal. Add the right exhaust to a souped-up El Camino and you will have an exquisite customized classic car between your hands. An El Camino in good condition from the best year (1972) sometimes goes for the price of a brand-new BMW 3-Series.
2 Can Navigate Any Terrain: Velociraptor Ranger
The Ford Ranger is a decent medium-size truck. Its Wildtrak and Raptor versions though producing respectively 197hp and 210hp are simply weak. Since both trims are powered by smaller sized engines, power is not the name of the game with the two versions of the Ranger.
Thankfully, respectable tuners like Hennessey also realized that this weak truck needed to beef up. With an engine upgrade bringing the Velociraptor to 360hp, Hennessey made sure to combine both power and off-roading in one small truck.
1 Built For Speed: Yenko Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is an awesome work truck. Reliable and sturdy, it is the perfect truck to start a landscaping company. Most drivers do not want to start a landscaping company though. Drivers have different needs, but car fans with deep pockets want style and speed. This Yenko Silverado is based on the optional 6.2L V8 engine offered for the Silverado 1500.
the Yenko modifications bring the output of the V8 (420hp. Not bad) to a whopping 800hp. Even if the truck looks tame from an uneducated eye, connoisseurs can tell right away that it is a beast. With 6.2L versions starting at about $43,000, the Yenko package will add at least another $47,000 to the final bill.