LegitGirl:
Good morning everyone.

I thought Nairaland would be the best place to ask this since there are many notable car dealers, and car owners here.

I'm looking to get my first car before the end of the year. But I honestly don't know much about cars except that a V6 engine gulps fuel, and that many Nigerians love Toyota. These are my considerations.

1. Budget 2m to 3m.

2. Something girly and portable.

3. Low cost of maintenance. If I had my way, I would buy brand new so I would almost never have to visit the mechanic save for routine maintenance.

- Low fuel consumption
-Availability of spare parts.
- Not prone to breakdown

4. Optimal functioning AC

5. It should be in perfect condition for at least 2 years. When I marry, my husband will buy the next one. But right now, it doesn't have to be fancy. Since I'm not a pro-driver like that like that, Lagos road users may bash and scratch it. I don't want to go home and cry that they're scratching an expensive car.

6. And what's the aversion with Nigerian used cars? People seem not to like buying Nigerian used cars? Can 1.5m get me a good Nigerian used car that meet the aforementioned criteria?

7. Finally, what about cars assembled in Nigeria? Like Innoson? Kia Rio.



Please advise me and tell me all I need to know. God, Allah, Sango, Oluwa, Chi, bless you!

sunnymighty:


Go with Toyota matrix.

LegitGirl:


Thank you so much for your response.

Which model would you recommend?

2009, '10?

I doubt my budget can get 2011.

LegitGirl:
Good morning everyone.

I thought Nairaland would be the best place to ask this since there are many notable car dealers, and car owners here.

I'm looking to get my first car before the end of the year. But I honestly don't know much about cars except that a V6 engine gulps fuel, and that many Nigerians love Toyota. These are my considerations.

1. Budget 2m to 3m.

2. Something girly and portable.

3. Low cost of maintenance. If I had my way, I would buy brand new so I would almost never have to visit the mechanic save for routine maintenance.

- Low fuel consumption
-Availability of spare parts.
- Not prone to breakdown

4. Optimal functioning AC

5. It should be in perfect condition for at least 2 years. When I marry, my husband will buy the next one. But right now, it doesn't have to be fancy. Since I'm not a pro-driver like that like that, Lagos road users may bash and scratch it. I don't want to go home and cry that they're scratching an expensive car.

6. And what's the aversion with Nigerian used cars? People seem not to like buying Nigerian used cars? Can 1.5m get me a good Nigerian used car that meet the aforementioned criteria?

7. Finally, what about cars assembled in Nigeria? Like Innoson? Kia Rio.



Please advise me and tell me all I need to know. God, Allah, Sango, Oluwa, Chi, bless you!

LegitGirl:
Good morning everyone.

I thought Nairaland would be the best place to ask this since there are many notable car dealers, and car owners here.

I'm looking to get my first car before the end of the year. But I honestly don't know much about cars except that a V6 engine gulps fuel, and that many Nigerians love Toyota. These are my considerations.

1. Budget 2m to 3m.

2. Something girly and portable.

3. Low cost of maintenance. If I had my way, I would buy brand new so I would almost never have to visit the mechanic save for routine maintenance.

- Low fuel consumption
-Availability of spare parts.
- Not prone to breakdown

4. Optimal functioning AC

5. It should be in perfect condition for at least 2 years. When I marry, my husband will buy the next one. But right now, it doesn't have to be fancy. Since I'm not a pro-driver like that like that, Lagos road users may bash and scratch it. I don't want to go home and cry that they're scratching an expensive car.

6. And what's the aversion with Nigerian used cars? People seem not to like buying Nigerian used cars? Can 1.5m get me a good Nigerian used car that meet the aforementioned criteria?

7. Finally, what about cars assembled in Nigeria? Like Innoson? Kia Rio.



Please advise me and tell me all I need to know. God, Allah, Sango, Oluwa, Chi, bless you!

LegitGirl:
Good morning everyone.

I thought Nairaland would be the best place to ask this since there are many notable car dealers, and car owners here.

I'm looking to get my first car before the end of the year. But I honestly don't know much about cars except that a V6 engine gulps fuel, and that many Nigerians love Toyota. These are my considerations.

1. Budget 2m to 3m.


2. Something girly and portable.



3. Low cost of maintenance. If I had my way, I would buy brand new so I would almost never have to visit the mechanic save for routine maintenance.

- Low fuel consumption
-Availability of spare parts.
- Not prone to breakdown

4. Optimal functioning AC

5. It should be in perfect condition for at least 2 years. When I marry, my husband will buy the next one. But right now, it doesn't have to be fancy. Since I'm not a pro-driver like that like that, Lagos road users may bash and scratch it. I don't want to go home and cry that they're scratching an expensive car.

6. And what's the aversion with Nigerian used cars? People seem not to like buying Nigerian used cars? Can 1.5m get me a good Nigerian used car that meet the aforementioned criteria?

7. Finally, what about cars assembled in Nigeria? Like Innoson? Kia Rio.



Please advise me and tell me all I need to know. God, Allah, Sango, Oluwa, Chi, bless you!

LegitGirl:
Good morning everyone.

I thought Nairaland would be the best place to ask this since there are many notable car dealers, and car owners here.

I'm looking to get my first car before the end of the year. But I honestly don't know much about cars except that a V6 engine gulps fuel, and that many Nigerians love Toyota. These are my considerations.

1. Budget 2m to 3m.

2. Something girly and portable.

3. Low cost of maintenance. If I had my way, I would buy brand new so I would almost never have to visit the mechanic save for routine maintenance.

- Low fuel consumption
-Availability of spare parts.
- Not prone to breakdown

4. Optimal functioning AC

5. It should be in perfect condition for at least 2 years. When I marry, my husband will buy the next one. But right now, it doesn't have to be fancy. Since I'm not a pro-driver like that like that, Lagos road users may bash and scratch it. I don't want to go home and cry that they're scratching an expensive car.

6. And what's the aversion with Nigerian used cars? People seem not to like buying Nigerian used cars? Can 1.5m get me a good Nigerian used car that meet the aforementioned criteria?

7. Finally, what about cars assembled in Nigeria? Like Innoson? Kia Rio.



Please advise me and tell me all I need to know. God, Allah, Sango, Oluwa, Chi, bless you!

buygala:



Your budget can get you a toks 2009 Honda Civic.... It has top notch fuel economy, much better interior than most cars of its class, cheap and available parts, and won't disappoint you if you maintain it properly..


There are a lot of people here who can do a pre purchase inspection for you to ensure you get a good specimen.. for a little fee of course


When you are ready, you can contact GAZZUZZ here to help you source for or check out the vehicle you want to buy.. .

buygala:



Your budget can get you a toks 2009 Honda Civic.... It has top notch fuel economy, much better interior than most cars of its class, cheap and available parts, and won't disappoint you if you maintain it properly..


There are a lot of people here who can do a pre purchase inspection for you to ensure you get a good specimen.. for a little fee of course


When you are ready, you can contact GAZZUZZ here to help you source for or check out the vehicle you want to buy.. .

sunnymighty:


Go for the model you can afford, 04-07 model

GAZZUZZ:


Search for access bank staff that want to japa (relocate).

You can get a 2018/19 Kia Rio with less than 80k km at your budget.

Itsrm:


Get a 2003-2006 Toyota Matrix



The problem with Nigerian used cars is that most Nigerians have no business owning cars. They cannot afford the cost of ownership and cannot maintain the cars.

What you get is people who keep driving as long as the car starts and drives. The faults pile up and like every other machine, the car eventually breaks down requiring a major fix. They patch it up and sell to an unsuspecting buyer.

This is not to say you cannot get a good Nigerian used cars but its like looking for a needle in a haystack




Just keep it simple. Get a Matrix. If your drive belt cuts on third mainland bridge, you don't need to get to Ladipo to get a replacement or wait for a specialist mechanic to fix it.

bonnyhope:
Joke apart!!

From all you have mentioned

Flee from Nigerian used

Go je je and get tokumbo Matrix

bonnyhope:


Don't go for hunder

LegitGirl:



I stumbled on a Honda Civic/Toyota Corolla thread on FP yesterday. I followed the debate closely, and I think I'll be considering a Honda Civic.

Thank you.

LegitGirl:


What about Honda Civic?

LegitGirl:


Hmm. Please give me more insights.

There's a particular Access Bank Staff who wants to relocate? Or many Access Bank employees are given 2018/2019 Kia Rio as their official cars, so there's a high chance I'll get a good deal from someone looking to relocate. If the latter is the case, please can you link me up with any?

GAZZUZZ:


All the ones employed in the last 3-4years.

A greater percentage of them relocated/want to relocate. So they strike deals to pay off their car loans and leave without owing the bank.

Kia Rio was imposed on them when getting the job. It was not an option.

bonnyhope:



The roadside mechanics are more familiar with toyota than Honda

Toyota has proven to more reliable and rugged than Honda

kumulus:



The Civic is a nice ride, very economic just like the Corolla. Maintenance can be very affordable as well.

I have one for sale, you can pay a visit for inspection as well. Location is Abuja


Check link to view ad: https://www.nairaland.com/7030807/2014-honda-civic-hot-deal#111054675

LegitGirl:


Thank you so much.

Would you recommend a Matrix over a Civic?

I saw an extensive comparison between a Civic and a Corolla yesterday.
I was attuned to the arguments in favour of Civic.

Itsrm:


Yes, I will recommend the matrix over the Civic for personal reasons.

However, the civic is not a bad choice.

LegitGirl:


Thanks, but out of budget.

Tinubu:
Auntie, don't allow yourself get dizzy with everyone telling you to buy this or buy that..

They won't be the ones to maintain it for you neither will they be the ones to buy it for you.. Close eye buy any car among the ones that have bee recommended.. Minus that 2018 Kia Rio, they are all good cars with their individual pros and cons... Just choose your poison and hope for the best ...

For that guy up there plodding you into getting a 2018 Kia Rio, I hope he has told you the cost of parts for that car and what will likely happen if you get stuck in the Bush with a 2018 car that no nearby mechanic has access to its parts or technical know how... Maybe since he is a mechanic, he needs you totally at his mercy...


Whatever choice you make, get a car that is easily fixable by tree shade mechanics... For your first car, you don't need any 2018 car that only a dealer or expensive mechanic can fix... Get an older model of vehicle that is familiar to our normal mechanics...

Before you buy a car, go out and price the engine and gearbox... Then ask yourself, if these parts fail at any point, how financially convenient will it be for me to replace them immediately?


All of us advising you have personal biases for cars that we have had good experiences with.. That doesn't mean you will also have a good experience with them...

selfmadeOLX:
2-3M! 2008-2010 Honda Accord 4cyl

I own one, I see lots of women driving one
It hurts my ego

LegitGirl:


I'll remember these pieces of advice for a long time!

God bless you!