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9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by AutoHubNG(m): 1:16pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
If you’re thinking of buying a car in Nigeria, whether foreign or Nigerian used; you need to be careful not to make any of the mistakes listed in this article. 1. Buying in a haste Buying a car is totally different from buying toy cars at a shopping mall’s toy section where kids spot the toy of their choice, point a finger and it’s theirs in a minute or under. And as we all know; the kid might even end up damaging the toy before the next day. Now, we are talking about buying a real car with your hard-earned money. So don’t rush, take your time, compare prices and do all the necessary checks before making the purchase. 2. Thinking the cheapest car is the always the best deal Awoof has purged many car buyers on several occasions. I always tell people “the cheapest car is not necessarily the best deal”. It is a bad idea to save ₦500,000 only to buy a car that has just been rebuilt from a terrible accident with deployed airbags and damaged suspensions not properly repaired. The sad news is some people buy these cars only to end up spending a lot more on further or recurring repairs. Worst still, they could end up being involved in ghastly motor accidents. Some others end up in jail for buying ridiculously cheap cars which happened to be stolen vehicles. We all know there’s always a strong urge to maximise profit(s) by any means necessary, but we should more often than not, try our possible best to resist said urge as it will serve us well in the long run. As the adage goes – “Penny wise, Pound foolish.” 3. Falling in love with the clean exterior of the car alone Many of us are guilty of this. We buy a car because it has a clean exterior and beautiful aesthetics (maybe from a slick paint job and or customised bumpers/grills/wheels/side sills/spoilers etc.). I fell victim to this when I bought my first car and it started dealing with me severely after 6 months. A friend of mine bought a Toyota SUV in Lagos but by the time he got to Uyo with the car, he realised he had bought a vehicle with a faulty engine and said engine of the SUV broke down completely within the first 3 months. To add salt to injury, Nigerian Customs seized the SUV immediately after he eventually changed the engine. Wahala Wahala Wahala... 4. Showing desperation to the seller If you show that you are desperately in love or in need of a car to a seller, then you may have just signed a “one chance” certificate. The next thing they will tell you is, someone else is coming to pay for the car this evening. So, you won’t have a choice but to pay hurriedly. You may end up paying more for the car and you may not have sufficient time to carry out a thorough inspection of the vehicle. 5. Not doing proper checks Proper checks include test driving, VIN check, diagnostic scan, verifying customs and vehicle papers, etc. Endeavour you thoroughly inspect any- and every- aspect of the vehicle to save yourself from future headaches. “A stich in time, saves nine” as they say. 6. Wanting only the most recent version Most buyers, more often than not - want the more recent version of a particular model/brand. Take for example the ubiquitous Toyota Corolla 2005/2006 model (irrefutable as at the time of citing this example), the last version of that model - 2008, has the same design and most of the features from the earliest version – 2003, but the preference is much higher for the former despite costing more. So, if you are particular about saving cost, you may be better off with the 2003 model instead of buying a refurbished 2008 model. The difference in both cars may not be commensurate to the difference in pricing and this also applies to many other brands and models alike. 7. Buying a particular car because someone else is driving it Don’t try to keep up with the Joneses. I have seen people make the mistake of buying cars because they’ve seen a few people driving it or their neighbour has one. So, they just conclude that for that person to be able to maintain it, they too can also maintain it. On the contrary, you don’t know if that person you are admiring is suffering (going through Premium Shegé – Pro Max) and smiling with that car. You also don’t know his/her financial capacity and source(s) of income. So please always take your car research beyond the fact that someone else is able to maintain a car because you might not know exactly what he/she is actually going through as stated. 8. I want my car to be one in town There is nothing as satisfying as driving a one in town car with your car being so unique that it turns heads wherever you go. However, don’t forget our common saying - “one in town car, one in town problem”. Therefore, you should tread with caution. You need to research a reliable site/car repair centre and availability of parts. You also need a sure contact that can help you get the parts abroad when needed, as well as a Bureau De Change guy that will be giving you good dollar exchange rate. Albeit there is a way to play safe with using a unique car; what some people do is, they buy a regular car like a Toyota Camry or a Benz E-Class then they modify (love-vendor) it by changing some components such as the lights, bumpers, grills etc. However, you have to do this with care so as to not overdo it and eventually mess the car up, making it look somewhat ugly. 9. Using all your last kobo to buy a car This problem speaks for itself. Always remember, the car will need some care after purchase especially if it is Nigerian used as you’re most likely going to be using up money for whatever procedure that may arise. I am sure you’ve seen people who buy a car and start to ask around for money to do basic things after only a couple of weeks. Some buyers may even start depending on other people for food to eat and declare bankruptcy after they get the first repair bill from their mechanic. Do tell us. Have you experienced any of the aforementioned in the past, or present? https://autohub.ng/blog/%ef%bb%bf9-mistakes-car-buyers-in-nigeria-usually-make/ 44 Likes 7 Shares
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Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by DevilishMan: 2:06pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
10. Buying cars from yahoo boys. He ran down for a reason. Be careful. 83 Likes 14 Shares
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Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by EnglishUsa: 4:07pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
Are people still buying car in nigeria..... i cant even make down payment for a roasted corn talk of buyig a car now, i cant buy a car now that our country town hall is diffrent from balablue bluuu... bulaba..... i will use the money to start a business that will creat demand and consuption in future My car 22 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by Nobody: 4:07pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
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Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by negaiyke: 4:07pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
This is Sooo mee 3 months Ago, I fell yakata for No. 1, 4 and 9 ![]() Sold it off under 1 month ![]() Never again ![]() 17 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by finallybusy: 4:08pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
I don't understand. Was the NLC strike called off? Nairaland created several update threads two days ago. Today, nothing. Nothing concern me with motor. Fuel prices are goddamn high. 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by jeeqaa7(m): 4:08pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
to buy car now sef 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by NwaNimo1(m): 4:08pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
10) - Buying a 'yahoo yahoo' type ride. ![]() 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by hefelove(m): 4:09pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
Please I’m looking for a car to drive on Uber o 2 Likes |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by jpdoncumagain: 4:09pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
But yahoo boys cars dey fine na. Y we nor fit buy from dem? 😁 |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by bigdammyj: 4:09pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
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Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by Jobio1(f): 4:09pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
True talk. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by Atarakpa: 4:10pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
I fall for no3 last month on this stupid accident highlander. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by ebismarsblog(m): 4:11pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
nice one, 2 Likes |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by Coder2Client(m): 4:11pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
Funny thread 1 Like |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by 3RNEST(m): 4:12pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
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Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by Okortor: 4:12pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
Buying a car without going with a good gear master, not just going with a random mechanic because most mechanics are quack! 8 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by Zionmdde: 4:12pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
Don't buy a low clearance car when you know you will drive around areas with potholes. Toyota corolla sports car will show you shege. Even while climbing small road bumps. 15 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by Sonnobax15(m): 4:13pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
![]() Another thread for people wey get motor.... meaning a keke rider like myself gats no business here. 3 Likes 1 Share
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Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by superCleanworks(m): 4:13pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
it should be more than 9 10. Priorities. i have seen people who bought car just to PEPPER and couldn't pay rent. All their clothes in the boot and drive to friends house to shower. 12 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by MrHighSea: 4:13pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
Car is like a member of the family. Every fam should be entitled to one. Just pet it. 7 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by Bsmartt(m): 4:13pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
Nice write-up. Most of us are guilty of the Awoof Deals. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by Chetas81(m): 4:14pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
ELERIBURUKU CITIZEN AND THEIR LEADERS WON'T PATRONISED INNOSO VEHICLES, BECAUSE WE NIGERIAN CITIZEN HATE OUR SELF WITH WHATEVER THAT CAME FROM US 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by marlow1962(m): 4:15pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
lol most car buyers (especially cars from 2015- above) don't really make thorough review of the car. Nigeria dealerships are reaping them off massively cus the buyer don't have a clue of what he/she is buying. Dealership ready sell for you 2012 Benz for price of 2014-15, Dem no send you o, if you luzgard them go chop you like chicken ![]() 3 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by nathyx(m): 4:17pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
See me hastily reading as if I even get hope to buy Motor in the next 10years ![]() 5 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by RPG2020(m): 4:17pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
11.. buying from the original copy ![]() 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Mistakes Car Buyers In Nigeria Usually Make by Jsucre(m): 4:18pm On Aug 04, 2023 |
Thanks for this write up. Na gode 2 Likes |
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