Let’s be real, the Nissan Frontier is dated. It hasn’t had a redesign since 2004 which is an eternity considering most vehicles are refreshed every 3-5 years. Nissan’s thinking might be, “why mess with a good thing”, and they could be right.
But in today’s ultra-competitive mid-sized truck market, consumers are always looking towards the shiny new thing. Nissan decided to prove the Frontier still has plenty of life as an extremely capable overland vehicle, by introducing the custom-built Destination Frontier.
Key modifications to the Frontier include 3-inch lift kit, rooftop tent, light bars, bed racks and a winch. And we’re talking about top of the line products here like Warn, CVT Tents, Hefty Fabworks, and Nitto tires. While $40K may not sound like a budget, it’s a starting price point for most trucks you’ll see at Overland Expo.
By showcasing the Frontiers robust aftermarket and off-road abilities, Nissan may just have invigorated current Frontier owners to build their rigs or new truck buyers to consider one of the least expensive mid-size trucks available.
Key modifications to the Destination Frontier include a 3-inch lift kit, rooftop tent, light bars, bed racks and a winch.
Nissan’s Destination Frontier one-off truck is a highly capable, high value and quality overlanding rig created for less than ,000.
The custom Destination Frontier will be on display at the annual Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, Ariz. May 17–19, 2019.
A Nisstec 3-inch lift kit provides extra height to help traverse difficult terrain.
Nissan’s Destination Frontier one-off truck is a highly capable, high value and quality overlanding rig created for less than ,000.
Nissan’s Destination Frontier one-off truck is a highly capable, high value and quality overlanding rig created for less than ,000.
A Hefty Fabworks front bumper and Baja Designs LP6 Pro lights help lead the way.
A CVT Mt. Shasta rooftop tent provides a comfortable place to rest after a long day of overlanding.
Key modifications to the Destination Frontier include a 3-inch lift kit, rooftop tent, light bars, bed racks and a winch.
A WARN Industries ZEON 10-S winch, WARN Winch Roller Fairlead and WARN Epic Winch Hook were added to help negotiate extra tough situations.
Nissan’s Destination Frontier one-off truck is a highly capable, high value and quality overlanding rig created for less than ,000.
Timothy is the founder and editor of Charles & Hudson and former editor at Popular Mechanics, This Old House, and Lifehacker. His work has been published on Wired, Bob Vila, DIY Network, and The Family Handyman. He is also the founder of the Webby-nominated Built by Kids and host of the popular Tool Crave podcast.