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Car Talk / Re: Useful Tips For Buying Nigerian-used Cars/Vehicles by LordTerix: 7:53pm On Jun 15, 2020 |
duality: No be when moto begin worry na im them de ask mechanic to sell am?! If you de look for 'good deal' for merchanic place, be sure that your village people are gradually succeeding |
Car Talk / Re: Mitsubishi Outlander 2005 Toks Vs Nigeria Rav 4 2005 by LordTerix: 2:27pm On Jun 01, 2020 |
Socialproject: When you've mastered the rules of grammar, you can bend them (at will) to serve you. Using a dictionary to compose and understand basic sentences is a sign that mastery is still waaaay off! |
Car Talk / Re: Mitsubishi Outlander 2005 Toks Vs Nigeria Rav 4 2005 by LordTerix: 1:45pm On May 31, 2020 |
Kihem: A quick Google search implicates 5W20. However, kindly refer to the exact oil weight as indicated in your owner's manual or in its absence, the indication on the engine oil cap. 1 Like |
Car Talk / Re: Mitsubishi Outlander 2005 Toks Vs Nigeria Rav 4 2005 by LordTerix: 6:15am On May 28, 2020 |
Kihem: As a general rule, avoid ANY Nigerian used car (unless you know how the previous owner treats his or her cars directly). Nigerians are notorious for having a super poor maintenance culture and only think of reselling when they have abused a car till its ogbanje spirit activates Go for the toks Outlander. However, before you buy, make certain that these our car dealers aren't using you to prove street. Run a thorough VIN check and only settle for one if and only if its title proves clean. When you buy the vehicle, take time to read its owner's manual and religiously follow what it says especially as regards preventive maintenance. Don't change the belts, for example, only when they cut, change them by the miles (or age) the manufacturer recommends. Finally, don't take such egungun inspired advice as putting the questionable 20w50 into your crankcase, using water as coolant or removing your thermostat...these things always have a way of ending in tears Do these and you'll use that Mitsubishi for years to come, problems FREE. 1 Like |
Car Talk / Re: Is Fort Oil(formerly AP) Super V Engine Oil 20w 50 A Good Oil? by LordTerix: 10:42pm On May 27, 2020 |
oshiosense: Bros, follow wetin your owners manual talk. No allow one kazeem push your egungun enter express |
Autos / Re: I Found This On Jiji Today!!(photos) by LordTerix: 10:34pm On May 27, 2020 |
Trustme2: In my experience, this is NOT true! I have inspected more than 45 cars in the last 3 months. The first thing I tell the dealer is that[b] I want a vehicle with a clean title. [/b] All the dealers, without any exception, say they have clean titles, that they don't do accidented or flood stuff etc. And boy, were they convincing till I ran the VINs - that is when you begin to hear shameless stories such as 'we removed the front bumper and mirrors from the vehicle in the US and declared it as accidented to reduce clearing costs' etc. Nigerian car dealers are a shameless lot and will do everything in their power to scam the uninformed. Then again, there's the issue of mileage roll back! Gosh, these folks will not make heaven!! At a car stand on one of my car hunting trips, I met two women who could not tell an alternator from a condenser trying to buy a foreign used corolla. I shook my head silently as they were led to the slaughter slab I knew, instinctively that in less than 6 months, it will climax in tears for them! Naija car dealers, I repeat, will not see the face of the Lord!! 3 Likes 1 Share |
Car Talk / Re: Why Do People Cover Their Car's Plate Number When Posting Pictures?? by LordTerix: 9:24am On May 26, 2020 |
Sellfish: I remember that Apostle Suleiman saga that time wella. Bros fall hand big time The worst part is that he kept denying everything. I used to wonder if he thought we are all his church members I used to also wonder what his wife thought of him 3 Likes |
Car Talk / Re: My First Car. Can You Tell Me The Worth And Model by LordTerix: 7:26am On May 26, 2020 |
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Car Talk / Re: Benz Wahala. Advice Me Before Village People Rejoice by LordTerix: 12:37am On May 26, 2020 |
6by8long: Should we tell him or allow him to enter express first?! 6 Likes |
Autos / Re: I Found This On Jiji Today!!(photos) by LordTerix: 7:42pm On May 24, 2020 |
I am currently in the market for a foreign used Lexus and this salvage/lemon/rotten thing is driving me crazy!! Immediately the VIN reveals the nature of the thing before me, I take off! No be me my village people go use shine The title must be clean and I'm willing to pay waaay extra for this Seriously, instead of govt. regulation limiting the age of cars that can be imported, they should have placed a total ban on lemons and all things scrap instead. There is no joy in shelling out several millions and taking home some piece of scrap because of some super greedy car dealer who even desperately tries to hide the true condition of the car you want to buy!! 1 Like |
Autos / Re: advice taken by LordTerix: 6:32am On May 21, 2020 |
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Car Talk / Re: Please Advice Either To Buy 2008 Lexus E350 Or Camry 2014 by LordTerix: 10:59am On May 19, 2020 |
MansoryMX: Your friend was Kazeemed That Lexus is one of the most bulletproof sedans ever made. Its luxury and durability combination is hard to match on the road. Add tech and sports handling inspired by a super toquey engine and standard RWD, you've got a beast that can survive even the apocalypse. Your friend, sadly, was the victim of the ignorance of his road side mechanic as he was of his failure to understand the limits of the folk 2 Likes |
Car Talk / Re: Please Advice Either To Buy 2008 Lexus E350 Or Camry 2014 by LordTerix: 6:07am On May 19, 2020 |
MansoryMX: Bros, GS350 na solid moto. However, of you get yarn for im mata, table am. My ears dey ground |
Car Talk / Re: Please Advice Either To Buy 2008 Lexus E350 Or Camry 2014 by LordTerix: 4:03pm On May 16, 2020 |
dotuna3: In my experience, the model is plaqued with a nasty and unreliable dash that melts at will No one wants this; it should be something you should take time to also research properly if you're inclined to this model and will be parking outside of a garage for the most time. Why don't you consider the GS350? RWD, better interior (in my estimation) and way more power 1 Like |
Car Talk / Re: Which SUV IS Cheapest To Maintain? by LordTerix: 6:24am On May 16, 2020 |
Conductor261: You dey quote LC for OP wey im problem no be versatility or raw abilty only shoulder pad packaging? You know the fuel wey that 100 series the take so?! Kukuma kill OP |
Car Talk / Re: Which SUV IS Cheapest To Maintain? by LordTerix: 6:19am On May 16, 2020 |
NaijadrivaCars: There is nothing like a cheap SUV (fuel, parts or labour) unless you mean those pretenders with FWD or completely useless AWD systems That being said, if your problem na 'packaging' inside 'jeep', no choice will beat the RX330. |
Car Talk / Re: Useful Tips For Buying Nigerian-used Cars/Vehicles by LordTerix: 3:36pm On May 12, 2020 |
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Car Talk / Re: Useful Tips For Buying Nigerian-used Cars/Vehicles by LordTerix: 8:25pm On May 11, 2020 |
revilomichaels: This your inlaw's case must be a good, nice exception Is he a banker or a lawyer? 5 Likes |
Car Talk / Re: Ford Explorer 2003 by LordTerix: 7:42am On May 11, 2020 |
nurey: Not special, Nurey; it is typical. The Ford Explorer is one of the VERY worst vehicle (not just SUV) ever made! The ones that marginally escape this reality are the lucky ones, the very few and super rare exceptions, not the general, broad picture 2 Likes |
Car Talk / Re: My Vboot Needs Help by LordTerix: 2:28am On May 11, 2020 |
optimusprimer: I've alwaya had a W124 around. These cars are solid, super reliable and in my estimation, fuel efficient too. 1. I don't know what you mean by 'manual injector'. Did you mean a manual fuel pump? Clarify this and I'll get back with a more informed answer. Personally though, I had a similar issue last year. Benin to Lagos took over 100 liters of fuel! At a point, I believed the tank or pump was leaking fuel Fixed it by a simple service of the injector for about 1k. The folk who fixed it focuses only on injector repair and service. This is not usually a gig for regular merchanics 2. The noise you're hearing from under the right rear of the car is from the electric fuel pump, not the fuel filter. To fix this, open the fuel relay port behind the battery seat and check if you have a fuel relay there. Most of these W124s simple have a wire bridge, having suffered at the hands of negligent owners and ignorant kazeems. If you see any wire there, remove it and buy a proper fuel relay and fit on there. It costs about N500 and it will stop the continuous noise. Keep in mind however that you'll still hear some initial noise just before a crank and a very low hum after. This is normal. 3. The heat is likely from the an air vent. Switch off the heater and see for a start. Do you feel this air when the car is not in motion? 4. The compressor of the w124 can be madly expensive. However, if your engine isn't in great shape and you are frequently in Abuja traffic, the smart thing to do is to leave the AC jeje the way it is - or it will end in tears |
Car Talk / Re: Why Is The LS430 Super Scarce In Nigeria? by LordTerix: 1:49am On May 11, 2020 |
EgunMogaji2: This is the UL trim with variable air suspension. This is also suicide in Nigeria and on Nigerian roads |
Car Talk / Re: Why Is The LS430 Super Scarce In Nigeria? by LordTerix: 4:53pm On May 07, 2020 |
Covidhunger20: I also love this part. It is sad to see many men expect a car to be all even the engineers never envisaged. |
Car Talk / Re: Why Is The LS430 Super Scarce In Nigeria? by LordTerix: 4:51pm On May 07, 2020 |
HeavenlyBang: 1. You don't need a balance shaft in either a v8 or 12. These engines naturally balance themselves and as a rule, are usually smooth and versatile - unless tuned for effect or purpose. This smoothness usually comes as ample, effortless torque at low RPMs - something a tuned v6 or a turbo or super charged i4 can only dream of 2. No The 3UZ is not tuned for racing or spirited driving - at least not in the LS430. A fish should be judged by its ability to navigate the waters and not climb trees. Calling the engine 'gutless' is thus not fair. I hope I'm understood better now |
Autos / Re: Suzuki Motorcycle by LordTerix: 4:09pm On May 07, 2020 |
Bigiway: You'll be better off with a Bajaj. This model: 1. Consumes more fuel, 2. Is designed in such a manner that even brand new ones emit fumes from the exhaust! 3. Is less comfortable for rider and passenger and importantly; 4. Needs engine oil topped almost daily to its engine via a port just beneath the side cover. This is not an expense you'll appreciate. 3 Likes |
Car Talk / Re: Why Is The LS430 Super Scarce In Nigeria? by LordTerix: 2:28pm On May 07, 2020 |
Covidhunger20: You sabi your onions wella; I like your analogy |
Car Talk / Re: Why Is The LS430 Super Scarce In Nigeria? by LordTerix: 2:24pm On May 07, 2020 |
HeavenlyBang: You just agreed with me then confused me, yourself and everyone else! Go, re-read my entry and then, clarify your response. |
Car Talk / Re: Why Is The LS430 Super Scarce In Nigeria? by LordTerix: 9:33am On May 07, 2020 |
sultaan: While I personally hate the SC (I'm not a coupe or convertible man), you're missing the very core and essence of a v8 to wit versatility and effortless power delivery. While the LS and SC may have failed in the adrenaline inducing moments quad turbo v8s induce, they were super excellent in this regard and owners who knew these cars first hand never complained. It is also worth noting that only a v8 could have ensured the bolded above: not a turbo charged 4 cylinder or a tuned v6 |
Car Talk / Re: Why Is The LS430 Super Scarce In Nigeria? by LordTerix: 6:55am On May 07, 2020 |
chiefbuchiV12: Leave Nigerians mata for Mathias Personally, me and filling stations around get personal rapport... the refills no de too bother me. Plus, I drive only when necessary and live in a city where traffic isn't crazy. 1 Like |
Car Talk / Re: Why Is The LS430 Super Scarce In Nigeria? by LordTerix: 4:02pm On May 06, 2020 |
Covidhunger20: I agree. Completely. I must also add that buying one without factoring this will end in tears |
Car Talk / Re: Why Is The LS430 Super Scarce In Nigeria? by LordTerix: 6:26am On May 06, 2020 |
sultaan: These cars weren't and still ARE NOT sports cars. They are luxury cruisers for folks who value comfort (and reliability) above speed and the fun factor. |
Car Talk / Re: Useful Tips For Buying Nigerian-used Cars/Vehicles by LordTerix: 7:32pm On May 05, 2020 |
legalwealth: 1. Avoid cars 'used by a woman'. In my experience, they are the very worst you can find anywhere today. Most women don't even know what a dipstick is or even the compressor, it's that bad! I repeated this for emphasis - and this is not sexism... na fact! 2. Avoid all cars tagged 'selling because owner is relocating'. Na lamba! 3. For obvious reasons, do not buy a Nigerian used car from a merchanic! 4. Avoid all cars that mention 'selling cause of too many cars in the compound' or 'used by a banker, doctor or lawyer'.Na scam! 5. Finally, avoid all those 3 months registered cars! Buying them always leads and ends in tears. Who sells off a car just after 3 months of use?! 35 Likes 4 Shares |
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