Although Curt Reesor owned other 4x4s, he always appreciated Toyotas. His first new truck was a 1988 Toyota single-cab 4x4 engine boasting a 22RE four-cylinder and manual transmission. His Toyota was bombproof, giving Reesor years of reliable service, including thousands of miles off the beaten path. To him, that truck was built to last.
Reesor and his wife Erika frequently visited the Colorado and Mojave deserts and places along the Eastern Sierras. They even took his beloved Toyota on their honeymoon via dirt roads spanning the entire state of Oregon, from the California border to the Columbia River.
He kept his storied '88 for several years until they had a child, suddenly they didn't have enough room. Sadly, they had to let it go.
Returning to Your Roots
Departing from his Toyota, Reesor deviated from the brand and owned two Jeep Wrangler TJs, a Ford F-150, and a Ram truck. However, the memories of his '88 Toyota brought him back to the brand. Reesor bought a new 2019 double-cab Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport. He promptly hooked up the couple's Wisconsin-made XVENTURE XV-3 off-road trailer and traveled from Oregon to Anza-Borrego, a stunning area approximately 20 miles from the Mexican border. They celebrated by exploring Mother Nature, detaching from everyday duties.
The Reesors yearn for the great outdoors; they love exploring remote backcountry together. They camp near breathtaking landscapes and enjoy the life of solitude together. "For me, the Toyota Tacoma is the classic overland rig," Reesor stated. "It's reliable and capable, both on and off the pavement. I've spent most of my life living in California and Oregon, two states I know well and have enjoyed very much," he said. "My Toyota is key to getting out beyond the crowds."
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