Looking for El cheapo off-road vehicle

Hey guys! Just looking for something fun and cheap I might be able to take off roading or do some car camping when I don't feel like rocking out in the Tacoma.

We all know some of the older 4runners and early gen Tacomas are either rare or with a high price tag but didnt know what other vehicles may be decent at doing some of this stuff.

Vehicles I've been kicking around:

Older Subarus
AWD RAV4
Older Nissan xtera
Older Nissan Pathfinder pre2005
Older jeep Cherokees


Trying to keep a budget of 5k or less. Just wasn't sure what you guys may think.

 

85 Toyota pickup. Solid axle, will take you anywhere and it's fuel injected. Gets on average 20mpg

 

Yes amazing vehicles, I agree. But honestly, how common are these?

 

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Your area and so cal very common. I bought my 88 4runner with low miles for $2500. They are always out there just have to be on Craigslist quite a bit

 

I must admit I haven't really looked for any of these. Figured it was like searching for the holy grail

 

1st gen 4Runner

 

Suzuki Sidekick or Samurai