Hey legends, we’re Dewald and Nicole—two newlyweds who traded the ordinary for a life on the road, chasing adventure, and building something we believe in. If you’re reading this, you’re probably wondering who’s behind Budget 4x4 Life, so let’s take you back to where it all began.
Back in 2021, Dewald started a YouTube channel while still at uni, sharing budget mods and Pajero builds as a broke student who just wanted to get out there and explore. What started as a passion project quickly turned into something bigger—other Pajero owners wanted to know where to get the gear he was using, and soon, we realised the 4x4 market was missing something:
👉 A one-stop shop for Pajero owners, built by Pajero owners.
While juggling uni and part-time jobs, we started sourcing and testing gear ourselves, sharing our finds with the growing Pajero community. By 2024, we had a decision to make—play it safe, or go all in?
We chose the latter. Nicole quit her marketing job first, then Dewald followed. What started with us packing orders from a tiny spare room has now grown into a streamlined business with an incredible team behind it.
🚚 Our Brisbane warehouse assistant helps ensure stocked items are dispatched quickly.
🔎 A trusted network of Aussie suppliers allows us to offer the best gear without long wait times.
🌍 Our long-standing relationships with international suppliers mean we can source and refine products to meet our high standards.
We know you’ve got plenty of options when it comes to buying 4x4 gear, but here’s what sets us apart:
✅ Built By Pajero Owners – We’ve owned three Pajeros and modified them ourselves.
✅ Tested & Trusted – Every product is something we’ve used or would personally run - see them on YouTube @budget4x4life
✅ One-Stop Shop – We save you the hassle of jumping between ten different suppliers.
✅ Stock On Hand – We hold fast-moving items in Brisbane for quick dispatch.
✅ Customer-First Approach – Honest advice and real support.
