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Nathan
LockyeR 4x4 Ironman 4x4 Authorised Distributor and Installer
By Josie Rose
Since June 2003, Nathan Lockyer has been working tirelessly to ensure the success of his business: Nathan Lockyer 4x4. With the support and guidance of his father, Nathan sold his beloved Land Cruiser in order to find the money to launch his 4x4 specialist business. “I loved my 4WD so selling it wasn’t easy, but sacrifices had to be made, and I knew one day I would buy myself a new one.” Nathan is a born and bred Cairns local whose
Now approaching its 10th Birthday, Nathan
Nathan Lockyer 4X4 is a Specialist Service
parents always ran their own businesses. “I grew
Lockyer 4x4 has much to celebrate, and it’s due
Centre and Authorised Ironman 4x4 Suspension
up at the Southgate 24/7 Service Station which
largely to Nathan’s dedication and strong work
and Accessories Distributor/Installer. “Ironman
was the busiest servo at time so I gained an
ethic that he’s been able to ensure its success. “I
has been making 4WD suspension for over 60
insight into how to run a successful business.”
work long hours which means I have less time
years and is an affordable brand offering an
Nathan’s passion for everything mechanical also
for other things- like fishing, but I am young and
Australia-wide Ironclad Warranty.
began from a young age. “One of my dad’s best
have a supportive wife and family who remind
Lockyer 4X4 has made a huge contribution to
mates had a mechanical business. Over the years
me to never give up. The harder I work now, the
the accessories product line and has extensively
I watched him working on vehicles and was so
more time I’ll have in the future- to go fishing.”
tried and tested all their products.”
intrigued by mechanics that I used to take apart
Nathan says that word-of-mouth, great customer
Whether you are a first-timer or an experienced
lawnmowers to see how they worked- something
service and strong employee relationships are
4x4 enthusiast, drop in and see the friendly team
my mum quickly grew tired of.”
the reasons his business has prospered. “I believe
at Nathan Lockyer 4X4. “Let us ensure that you
Nathan went on to gain his trade qualification
that being honest with customers is the best
and your family are safe on- and off- the beaten
through RACQ. “I had great bosses who loved
way to operate in business.” Giving back to the
track.”
to throw me in the deep end but I always gave
community is also important to Nathan. “We
Help us Celebrate our 10th Birthday! During June we’re
it 100 per cent.” Once qualified, Nathan began
just participated in the Great Wheelbarrow Race
giving away $5000 worth of Ironman Products. Spend
working for RWV Conversions and Cape York
which we’re involved in yearly. My Business also
$200 on Ironman 4x4 Suspension or Accessories and
Automotive where he gained experience with
supports Indigenous Defence Force programs,
go into the draw with a chance to win a 12,000 pound
4WD’s. “That’s where my passion for 4WD’s
local charity 4WD events and the building of
Monster Winch, ice cube fridge/ freezer, spotlights, LED
began.”
tracks for the show association.”
Lightbars, awnings and more. Prizes drawn weekly.
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