Hey legends,

I've got the 4wd bug and now looking at buying my first proper 4wd. I thought the best place to start would be with a GQ for their reputation as been solid and bullet proof. I have looked around and see many examples ranging from $4000-$10,000 with varying degrees of modifications on them. From the research I've done the 4.2 in either petrol or diesel seems a good buy. I want to have a lift kit, snorkel and good set of tyres to start of with whether I buy it like that or do those things myself.

What things should I look out for on a GQ to see if its in good nick or not?

And what are some tasteful modifications I can do to it to make a good all round 4wd? I want a good balance of been tame enough on the road (will be driven 2-3 days a week) but capable enough on some decent tracks?

Cheers fellas, looking forward to starting this new project.