engrshakespeare:

Off course, tell ur friend to get a toy car

Do u know where to get one or mean d toy car u are pushing about now?

pbs4real:
hi missnora

xup pbs

Realacars, valencia25, are u guys auto dealers? Or auto mechanics? Cos ur responses are well on point. Been going thru the thread from pg 1.

Anyway, I'm lost between getting a Toyota Corolla (the one that looks like small camry) AND a Toyota Camry (big light) AND a Golf 3 or 4. I've got a budget of 350-400k and I wanna get one that won't send me back to the village cos of maintenance.

Gimme advice pls, and possibly help me get one. Gracias amigos!!!

eduxerxes:
Realacars, valencia25, are u guys auto dealers? Or auto mechanics? Cos ur responses are well on point. Been going thru the thread from pg 1.

Anyway, I'm lost between getting a Toyota Corolla (the one that looks like small camry) AND a Toyota Camry (big light) AND a Golf 3 or 4. I've got a budget of 350-400k and I wanna get one that won't send me back to the village cos of maintenance.

Gimme advice pls, and possibly help me get one. Gracias amigos!!!

Not actually auto dealers but we've experience and guides.

That Toyota Camry seem like a good deal for that price, please check and query the seller for making payment.

You can drop a comment on our site for follow up or send us a mail if you want us to source one for you.

Realacars:

Not actually auto dealers but we've experience and guides.
That Toyota Camry seem like a good deal for that price, please check and query the seller for making payment.
You can drop a comment on our site for follow up or send us a mail if you want us to source one for you.

Please respond to my questions na.

How good is Hyundai Elantra, 2008?

What's the fuel consumption level like?

Are the parts readily available?

Is it a durable car?

Thanks.

ciwi:


Please respond to my questions na.

How good is Hyundai Elantra, 2008?

What's the fuel consumption level like?

Are the parts readily available?

Is it a durable car?

Thanks.

Oh sorry for the late response.

Hyundai are better as brand new, the fuel consumption will be based on the functionality of the engine, parts should be available.

Overall it's a durable car if you're getting it brand new.

Cheers, and sorry for the late response once again.

InvertedHammer:


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So what's the point in buying a car and let it sit in your garage while you use public transportation? It defeats the whole purpose of buying a car. New cars spoil too from a mixture of things like driving through all the flooding in Lekki, adulterated fuel, just to mention a few.
Certified used cars will serve as if not better than a new car. And you are getting it cheaper too. Why do you think that the price of a car becomes highly discounted as soon as you register it? Because potential buyers and other Nigerians know what a typical car goes through in Nigeria. It is the reality.

Worst part of it all is that quiet a good number of car owners in Nigeria do not jack about cars. They buy because a particular brand is en vogue and affordable. Regular check up? Yeah right. You expect the folks that don't do medical check ups to take a car for routine maintenance.
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Okay. Need you to know that even in advance country like where I live, people with cars( Including exotic cars) still take public transportation when the need be.

MISSNORA:
lol soon as I get the money for it

Lol God will provide

butterflyatalan:

Okay. Need you to know that even in advance country like where I live, people with cars( Including exotic cars) still take public transportation when the need be.

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Who gives a flying fvck about what they do in advanced countries? Abi na only you dey live for advanced country?

We are discussing car issues peculiar to Nigeria.
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MISSNORA:
xup pbs

u dnt reply my mails

pbs4real:
u dnt reply my mails

thrs notn we gon talk thr dah we can't talk here hon

themosthigh:
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-Never drive a better car than your pastor.


-Make sure you ask God to give you a sign to prove that the car is good.

-Nevet buy a car that is more expensive that your tithea

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Pls break down your points??

I am intwested!

InvertedHammer:

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Who gives a flying fvck about what they do in advanced countries? Abi na only you dey live for advanced country?

We are discussing car issues peculiar to Nigeria.
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See beef oooooo....... Chei!

MISSNORA:
thrs notn we gon talk thr dah we can't talk here hon

reply jooor,dre are sometinz that u cnt dicuss here,not meant for public consumption if u get mah drift

omojoshy:
Toyota steals the show in terms of Fuel Economy, Ruggedness, Comfort, Durability and Second hand values

Fuel economy, yes. Comfort, no. The rest, no.

InvertedHammer:

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Who gives a flying fvck about what they do in advanced countries? Abi na only you dey live for advanced country?

We are discussing car issues peculiar to Nigeria.
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Hate it when people be like, "In us, its done like this..". And i 'd be like, we ain't in us, this is Nigeria. GO tell them how we do it over there.

I was on my way to the supermarket with my brother one hot afternoon and I saw a lady battling with the bonnet of her car. She couldn’t open the bonnet of her car; so she had no choice but to ask the nearest guy which was my brother. No rocket science, no tricks, no damage; just a simple click to open the bonnet and this woman had no idea on how to do this and we pondered if she could do some other basic checks.

Basic car maintenance is a must know for every car owner. The truth is that there is no real secret to getting a vehicle to last a long time. The key is maintenance. Replacing normal wear-and-tear parts such as timing belts, brake pads, shocks, regular fluid checks- water, and oil and brake fluid used is just as important as when it is changed.

In this article, we shall share some basic car maintenance tip for the benefit of those who have little or no idea about cars.

Engine oil

Check the dipstick at least every fortnight and before any long journey.
Have the oil and filter changed at recommended service intervals using oil of the correct specification.
High oil consumption can indicate engine problems.


Water

Check the coolant level regularly and top up as necessary – but only when the engine is cold.
Have the antifreeze concentration checked before winter.
Antifreeze prevents the build-up of corrosion within the cooling system as well as stopping the coolant freezing so is important all year round.


Wipers

Wiper blades wear down over time and smear the windscreen if they become worn.
Replace them at least once a year for best performance.


Windscreen

Check regularly for stone damage as this can impair vision or distract attention.
Minor chips can grow and crack the glass, but many can be repaired by a windscreen specialist.


Lights

Check all lights weekly. Don’t forget indicators, brake and fog lights.
Clean lights regularly. In bad weather wipe them over with a damp cloth during driving breaks.


Tyres/Wheels

Know the correct tyre pressures for your car and check them at least every two weeks using a good-quality gauge.
Check tyre tread and condition – look for cuts on sidewalls. If any of the tyres need regular top-ups, it may have a slight puncture.
Don’t forget to check the spare as well.
Inspect, clean, and repack wheel bearings with wheel bearing grease according to service intervals. Wheel bearings and grease are inexpensive compared to spindle and hub replacement, or liberated wheels rolling down the road ahead of you.


Toolkit

Check the handbook for the location of the basic toolkit for the car that should contain at least a jack and wheel removal tools.
Familiarize yourself with the jacking points used to lift the car safely.
If locking wheel nuts are fitted make sure that the toolkit includes the key or removal tool.


Electrical

If you’re going to do any work on your car involving the electrical system, disconnect the battery first. To do this, loosen the connector for the negative/ground terminal first to avoid an electrical short or sparks, and wiggle the terminal cap off. Use a wire-tie or similar to tie the cable back out of the way. If you need to take the battery out, you can now take off the positive connector.
To reconnect, connect the positive terminal first, and the negative second – the reverse of removal, and for the same reasons.


Body Care

Nothing keeps paint looking good and protected like a coat of quality wax. Apply wax at least every six months.
Protect the interior plastic by parking the vehicle in the shade, using a window deflector screen, and applying a UV protectant to prevent the plastic and vinyl from drying out.


More on Car care here: http://www.hfmagazineonline.com/basic-car-maintenance-tips-for-dummies/

QUESTION: Please! If one buy a brand new car, made in Nigeria, will it not have custom paper?

InvertedHammer:

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Who gives a flying fvck about what they do in advanced countries? Abi na only you dey live for advanced country?

We are discussing car issues peculiar to Nigeria.
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Why are you you Blacks always so aggressive? It was only a suggestion. Jeez!

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We can get you a good deal for 450k.
Drop a comment on the post so we can followup.[/quote

Add me on wassup, 07062733737

gbengalite:
Does V6 Engine consume fuel e.g. Toyota SUV...?

No, it consumes otapiapia..

themosthigh:
[size=18pt]Never drive a better car than your pastor.

Can the car help you get the girl that you deserve.

make sure you ask God to give you a sign to prove that the car is goos.

Nevet buy a car that is more expensive that your tithea[/size]

I almost thought you hold tight to your atheism but just take a look at this post.. so you pray to God afterall.

Reasons why you should be careful when buying a used (Tokunbo) car nko?.

Click on this link below before you make the biggest mistake of your life.

https://www.nairaland.com/3244787/before-buy-used-car-look

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Car-doctor