Willexmania:
This Your moniker ehn @ op

timifakay:
Tokunboh or naija used?
Kia Rio
Hyundai Elantra
Toyota corolla
Toyota matrix
Pontiac vibe

Mainly between 2003 and 2009 production years

rottenPussy:
Tokunbo - Sayings have it that buying Nigeria used if not good for a first timer. Thinking of Toyota Camry (big daddy now).

rottenPussy:
Hi Guys,

Please advise on a good cool car to buy for a first time car user between the range of 800 - and 1.4.

I wanted to buy Honda accord 2005 (EOD), but people are saying it is not good for a first time car user, what to do??

chibjohn:

I am using the same 2005 Honda accord as my first car and loving it. I couldn't have asked for a better car at the price I bought it. Don't mind those people that told you that its not good for a first car. The performance, AC and sound system of that car isn't comparable to that of Toyota of the same year.

rottenPussy:
Quite insight full. Did you buy yours as Nigeria used or Toks? And can you hint on the price so I can have an idea of what to expect.

chibjohn:

It was used in naija for just 6 months before I bought it so its on tokumbo condition. I got it around 1mil.

rottenPussy:
I guess I will just stick to my option. Got an offer for straight tokunbo at 1.4m, still hoping to get something cheaper tho. Have you done any major repair since you bought the car?

chibjohn:
Run a VIN check on it to know the maintenance history.

chibjohn:
I havent done any major repair on it. Its just periodic oil and filter change and few minor stuffs.
1.4 is a good price for the toks if its sound. Do a proper check on the car using a professional before paying. It most likely will be an accident car, most cars imported into naija are. Run a VIN check on it to know the maintenance history. Cosplay here can help with the accident pictures before it was shipped and repaired in naija

rottenPussy:
Tokunbo - Sayings have it that buying Nigeria used if not good for a first timer. Thinking of Toyota Camry (big daddy now).

timifakay:


The engine in the camry is a 2.4l engine, which means higher fuel consumption than those I suggested.
Also, it's a big car, hope you know how to drive well already.

rottenPussy:
Oh, I taught fuel consumption is determined by whether it is a V4, V6, or V8. Are all Big daddy 2.4l?

And by "Big Car" Do you mean it's large in size ?

timifakay:


Most 4 cylinder cars are I4s and not V4s. The letter signifies the shape of the engine block.
Fuel consumption is dependent on a lot of things, starting from engine size



Yea, large in size.

timifakay:


The engine in the camry is a 2.4l engine, which means higher fuel consumption than those I suggested.
Also, it's a big car, hope you know how to drive well already.

Readonee35L:

As an automobile enthusiast you regard a modern k24 i4 as non economical. Na until you use 5liter drive lagos to ilorin abi. Smh

If anyone thinks Camry4cyl or accord 4cyl is not economical. They have no reason owning a car.

rottenPussy:
I know it's quite large. Just concerned about the fuel issue now. What's your opinion about EOD 2005?

Readonee35L:

As an automobile enthusiast you regard a modern k24 i4 as non economical. Na until you use 5liter drive lagos to ilorin abi. Smh

If anyone thinks Camry4cyl or accord 4cyl is not economical. They have no reason owning a car.

timifakay:


or less... Going green.

thebigkendo:


You deserve some accolades!!!!

timifakay:


The fuel issue is nothing serious, just that smaller 1.6 and 1.8l engines consume lesser amount of fuel.

2005 Accord is a God car, about the same body size as camry of same year, the 4 cylinder engine is better, and ensure to change ball joints before they give way.
Overall, it's better than a Toyota Camry of the same year.

Readonee35L:

No green vehicle will use 5l to cover 175miles.
Even an electric vehicle will use more than 70liter gasoline equivalent of electricity

timifakay:


70liters for 175miles?

I've driven a petrol engine vehicle that used less than 70liters for 500km before. (Ibadan to Abuja)

That you haven't seen something being done doesn't mean it can't be done.

Readonee35L:

You need to be patient and understand grammer properly.

I never said a gasoline engine cant achieve that. I said an electric vehicle will use energy the size of 70liter in gasoline measures.

chibjohn:
Run a VIN check on it to know the maintenance history.

Readonee35L:

No green vehicle will use 5l to cover 175miles.
Even an electric vehicle will use more than 70liter gasoline equivalent of electricity

rottenPussy:
Hi Guys,

Please advise on a good cool car to buy for a first time car user between the range of 800 - and 1.4.

I wanted to buy Honda accord 2005 (EOD), but people are saying it is not good for a first time car user, what to do??