dipcyn:
Hello @GAZ ZUZZ, please am looking to buy a Nigerian used 2011 Hyundai Sonata. I got two great offers for around the same price (a 2.0T turbo version with navigation screen and a regular model with navigation screen). Both around 80k miles.

My questions are:

1. Are these very reliable cars?
2. Which of the two is a better pick?
3. Which car would you recommend as a better alternative to these cars?

Thank you so much and God bless you greatly, your insights have been a real blessing.

...You you will need a very detailed and comprehensive V I N check that will tell you if the car was recalled for this and any other issue (Contact CarguideNg)...

sheyeh01:
Hello Gazuzz, thanks for the good job you re doing here. Please my Lexus RX 300 1999 v6 overheated and had a burnt gasket, after the gasket was replaced, the engine was loosing power especially when idling and will eventually go off. My mechanic later said the cylinder head for one side of the engine is bad and got a tokunbo to replace it.
After replacement, the engine performance improved but I observed that the car doesn't accelerate quickly from stop and jerks when accelerating, then the check engine light will be blinking.
Please what could be responsible, and what can be done to resolve it. The mechanic advised I change the engine.

sheyeh01:
Hello Gazuzz, thanks for the good job you re doing here. Please my Lexus RX 300 1999 v6 overheated and had a burnt gasket, after the gasket was replaced, the engine was loosing power especially when idling and will eventually go off. My mechanic later said the cylinder head for one side of the engine is bad and got a tokunbo to replace it.
After replacement, the engine performance improved but I observed that the car doesn't accelerate quickly from stop and jerks when accelerating, then the check engine light will be blinking.
Please what could be responsible, and what can be done to resolve it. The mechanic advised I change the engine.

oriented247:
Good morning sir Gazzuzz.
Between corollar 2002 toks n corollar 2003 naija used first grade which should i go for. P.s both is same price (1.2m-1.25m)?

Inception:

please get someone to inspect the car for you. Let him check the engine, ac compressor if it is still factory and gearbox operation.

I would personally go for the Non turbo.

MotorGuru:




Very good looking car. and moves very well if you get a good example (Non turbo 2.4 is 198Hp, Turbo 2.0T is about 270Hp)

From the options you have selected, they should both be american spec (2.0T GDI and 2.4 GDI) Please run away from the DANA spec(bought brand new in Nigeria)
I would prefer the 2.4 GDI. readily available drivetrain(engine and gear ) parts and easier to maintain.

Things to look out for:

the engines in these sonatas are known to seize in their early mileages (60K-100K miles), due to metal residue not properly cleaned during the engine's manufacturing process. This ultimately cause crankshaft bearing failure. However cars that this happened to in the US had their engines replaced for free. You you will need a very detailed and comprehensive VIN check that will tell you if the car was recalled for this and any other issue (Contact CarguideNg). Engine in ladipo goes for about 400K-450K. But if this failure ever happens it should be fixable here in Naija.

Gearbox is not bad and are reasonably reliable(six speed). If it ever fails it goes for about 250K (subject to negotiation in ladipo)

Another weak point is the AC compressor. Check and confirm if the Factory AC is still the one installed there. It is usually the Variable displacement type (the one the call 'automatic' AC compressor)

Steering may wander at highway speeds . check for that. Steering coupler (rubber) can wear out at higher mileages. cheap fix.

Parts are very available ( for the non-turbo version),

Resale value is much lower than the comparable Honda or Toyota.

GAZZUZZ:


the mechanically and electrically sound one.

AmandaLuv:
Dear gazzuzz, please could u give me one/many reasons to hate this car, Lexus es 330 2004 model. I need something to hold on to ward it off.
Thanks a lot.

DOMAIM:
oga Gazzuz pls what could cause a 2005 corolla to be hesitant in accelerating like it drags to pick up,that smoothness like rezor blade is no more there while movement is picking up.

adejide2:
Good morning car gurus in house. Kindly advice me on the choice of a good car considering its reliability, durability, ruggedness and easy maintenance and accord good status out of these cars. Road leading to my house is very rough. Highlander, Lexus rx, rav4 and Honda pilot. I am considering buy Nigeria used one at 1,500,000.00. Please don't forget the year and other relevant information

GAZZUZZ:


None. Buy a good one. Treat it well, perform preventive maintenance it will serve.

AmandaLuv:
Thanks a lot sir. I'm not the one buying tho but a friend .

cc: Diportivo valarinz thecar hevenlybang thebigkendo sabaka etc...

GAZZUZZ:


cc: Diportivo valarinz thecar hevenlybang thebigkendo sabaka etc...

Another illegalwealth in the making abi?

GAZZUZZ:


cc: Diportivo valarinz thecar hevenlybang thebigkendo sabaka etc...

AmandaLuv:
Do these people sell cars? Lolz

MotorGuru:


This might be the best option.

Your car is lacking compression, timing issues etc.

GAZZUZZ:


misfire, most likely loss of compression, replace and follow factory specifications.

AmandaLuv:
Do these people sell cars? Lolz

TheCar:


No most of us don't sell cars, we don't even sell spare parts or car accessories.

My advice to you, whatever you do ensure you do your "Due Diligence" before YOU sorry your friend make payment for the car.

If you sorry your friend don't do VIN Check, Comprehensive Mechanic Inspection and Custom Paper check before making payment, don't come back to open another thread on behalf of your friend about a deal gone wrong.

Congratulations to YOU sorry your friend ahead on becoming a car owner.

Buying a car isn't a problem, proper car maintenance is the big issue.

You can contact LeJeun3 he has a Range Rover Body for sale, Gazzuzz would help you source the engine, Kabiyesi Omo Oba would borrow you his intellectual property before you register your friend car, TheBigKendo would lend you his Accord RIM & Tyres

valarinz:


Yes sir, some sell Kia, some sell Benz, some sell civic, one is calculusx errand boy, but only one person stands out : Valarinz the Volvo seller

Get yourself a Volvo sedan and forget that Lexus, the gear could pack up on the highway after two days.

Thanks

GAZZUZZ:


cc: Diportivo valarinz thecar hevenlybang thebigkendo sabaka etc...

AmandaLuv:
Dear gazzuzz, please could u give me one/many reasons to hate this car, Lexus es 330 2004 model. I need something to hold on to ward it off.
Thanks a lot.

HeavenlyBang:


Mind yourself. I will not tolerate any Lexus slander.

valarinz:


You still haven't bought the Volvo you promised to buy

HeavenlyBang:


You and who dey buy Volvo?

I saw an XC60 yesterday tho, pretty sweet car. Is that T6 reliable?