Scammer:



How would you say all electrical in the car are completely ruined.
Importation duty for 2016 Avalon is about 3.5m not 2m.

You think a car is scrap because of flood?
No much arguments , Time will tell.

One thing is certain, I can't break the bank to fix the car
And I know I can't spend up to 2m to make it run and rive perfectly.

Scammer:



How would you say all electrical in the car are completely ruined.
Importation duty for 2016 Avalon is about 3.5m not 2m.

You think a car is scrap because of flood?
No much arguments , Time will tell.

One thing is certain, I can't break the bank to fix the car
And I know I can't spend up to 2m to make it run and rive perfectly.

Scammer:
Wow,
Lots of negativity here.
Anyway I was able to find an auto shop that will take care of repairs..

I definitely know what I am getting into. The engine is not hydrolocked, It was flooded, But no start attempt was made.
I know the engine or transmission can't be completely damaged, But one thing is certain, The car is not complete lemon, and it will definitely RUN AND DRIVE PERFECTLY AGAIN, It's not as if the car was covered with water, the water level was slightly above the door.

The engine of the car is a 2gr which is shared along lots of Toyota line up even if engine is to be replaced.
This is a 2016 Toyota Avalon Limited and it doesn't come cheap. this one has only about 3000 miles which is near to brand new.


There's no way I can loose money on the car, i Bought it for a very low price,
And besides It's not coming through tincan , so duty is out of the equation. Duty will be paid in the future.
The car is coming to town with less than 5m.
even if I spend as much as 1.5m on repairs which is not even possible , I can't loose.

GAZZUZZ:
a flooded 2003 toyota camry or corrola has 3 modules/ECU.

1. Engine/transsmission ecu
2. Airbag ECU
3. (not all cases) ABS module.
4. (not in all cases) Immobilizer
5. A/C module.



To make this examples start, worst case replace engine ecu and imobilizer.

Its not a 1 size fits all.

For a 2017 avalon I do not have specifics on the number of electrical ecus/moduls vehicle is equiped with, but they are a lot. Car will definately start after replacing the right parts.

For flooded cars, the water level and type of water is very important.

Sea water contains high levels of salt, salt is very corrosive and begins a chemical reaction with almost every metal part in the vehicle (incuding wiring)

Fresh water is friendly and not as harmful.

Next is water getting into engine and transmission.

Transmissions are not sealed units, they contain air vents to let out air or excessive fluid. Hopefully the design on this would be a 1 way valve, if not water that can get to door level, will enter tranmission.

Water getting into engine, not a problem, engine is alluminum, just pour a little oil into the bores while rotating and siezure should clear up. (remove sparkplugs while rotating engine)

It is heart breaking to see a modern day car running with christmas lights.

timifakay:
This reminds me of a flooded GLK350 4MATIC, 2011 model.
Car drives but:
Engine has been opened before.
Transmission has been opened before.
Both now have oil leaks all around and owner keeps spare kegs of engine and transmission oil and empty keg for fuel in the trunk.
Fuel gauge stays at half tank when empty.
The only driver door control that works is power windows.
Driver side seat adjustment: disabled. (Control doesn't work again. Module is missing)
Side mirrors adjustment: disabled.
Car has been repainted- color change.

Basically the owner drives the car but doesn't enjoy it.

Lexusgs430:


When owner was buying at a heavily discounted price, owner knew consequences.....

Does the AC work?

timifakay:

He bought it in Nigeria after it had been fixed; for about 4m I think.
AC works.

Lexusgs430:


If AC works, he definitely is enjoying it.... But that N4,000,000 fix tab......

If one factors in cost of purchase + cost to fix + cost of stressed ownership + cost of engine oil + other associated ownership cost = I would rather buy an older example, with no history of flooding......

nurey:


Nansense talk so you prefer to drive a camry pencil light in good condition than a 2018 flooded camry with Keke napep 2 stroke engine with confirm pomo seats

nurey:


Nansense talk so you prefer to drive a camry pencil light in good condition than a 2018 flooded camry with Keke napep 2 stroke engine with confirm pomo seats

timifakay:
This reminds me of a flooded GLK350 4MATIC, 2011 model.
Car drives but:
Engine has been opened before.
Transmission has been opened before.
Both now have oil leaks all around and owner keeps spare kegs of engine and transmission oil and empty keg for fuel in the trunk.
Fuel gauge stays at half tank when empty.
The only driver door control that works is power windows.
Driver side seat adjustment: disabled. (Control doesn't work again. Module is missing)
Side mirrors adjustment: disabled.
Car has been repainted- color change.

Basically the owner drives the car but doesn't enjoy it.

woodrow:

this just shows that the people who he took the car to don't know what they are doing.it's obvious they didn't seal the places that were opened properly.Mercedes Benz has a fuel level/pressure sensor,replacing it would have rectified the issue of the fuel guage so also the door and seat modules.you said it yourself,module is missing,its not rocket science to find modules and replace.bottom line is,a bad job was done on that Benz,even if it was not flooded,the people that did such a job would ruin a brand new car and send it to the scrap yard asap.

Lexusgs430:


If AC works, he definitely is enjoying it.... But that N4,000,000 fix tab......

If one factors in cost of purchase + cost to fix + cost of stressed ownership + cost of engine oil + other associated ownership cost = I would rather buy an older example, with no history of flooding......

slimmoney:
i pray this wont be a white elephant project o

timifakay:

How many of those modules are on sale and at what rate?

I've seen a 2014/ 2015 Camry which has been flooded too all leather seat covering have been changed, car doesn't drive smoothly, AC doesn't work...

woodrow:


the reason a flooded car is cheaper is so as not to let the cost of replacement of some parts seem expensive. trying to cut corners for a flooded car is a no no.

Those modules are on sale at worst,one would have to import.(worst case scenario)

as per the Camry,it can be categorised as excessive flooding since it affected even the leather seats.I'm sure the owner feels OK with it since he still drives it around

Lexusgs430:


For me and my household, the camry pencil would be perfectly perfect......

Scammer:
Lots Of Hulabaloo here, Let's keep decorum..
Car is meant for my personal use.
If you won't buy a flooded car, Your choice,
Each person is entitled to their own opinion.
I'm buying a Toyota which is a basic vehicle with few modules, Spending $12k usd on a brand new 2016 avalon Limited is a Win Win. If it runs or not.

People bid as high as $40K USD For flooded cars whose real value is between 70-80k Usd.
If you don't buy it someone else will, And i definitely know what i'm getting into.

Do you know the cost a limited avalon with all options ticked?

Like elshanautos mentioned, The car will definitely run and drive perfectly again.
It wasn't submerged or buried in the OCEAN , It's slightly flooded...



Flooded car can be a blessing or a curse.
There are rules.
Make sure they are run and drive,
If it's a non starter, Make sure to know the water level.
Avoid flooded benz or bmw They have more dangerous electronics and modules.

Fingers are crossed, when vehicle arrives In Benin.
It will be inspected and diagnosed there first.

SmartchoiceNGR:
seconded...

obekediamondfuto:
thirded @ op I'd really love to see the turnout of events. challenge peoples philosophy and conquer my brodaman

edit: please for the time being, don't sell anything on nl if u are not a regular dealer, some peeps are already on ur mata naw oh,

demeanor4life

Scammer:
Lots Of Hulabaloo here, Let's keep decorum..
Car is meant for my personal use.
If you won't buy a flooded car, Your choice,
Each person is entitled to their own opinion.
I'm buying a Toyota which is a basic vehicle with few modules, the car is a Win Win. If it runs or not.

People bid as high as $40K USD For flooded cars whose real value is between 70-80k Usd.
If you don't buy it someone else will, And i definitely know what i'm getting into.

Do you know the cost a limited avalon with all options ticked?

Like elshanautos mentioned, The car will definitely run and drive perfectly again.
It wasn't submerged or buried in the OCEAN , It's slightly flooded...



Flooded car can be a blessing or a curse.
There are rules.
Make sure they are run and drive,
If it's a non starter, Make sure to know the water level.
Avoid flooded benz or bmw They have more dangerous electronics and modules.

Fingers are crossed, when vehicle arrives In Benin.
It will be inspected and diagnosed there first.

luxy44:
So many follow follow here, even Gazzuzz was scared of being objective so his followers won't be disappointed in him! Car-talk indeed!!!