Guys,
I must say that I have been impressed and overwhelmed by the wealth of information you people have been dishing out here on this section of nairaland since i join.
I need your advice and help if that can be obtained. I have a budget of $15000 ~ about =N= 1.875Million for buying, shipping and clearing of a Toyota Camry 2003/2004 model to Lagos. I decide to go this route because this is my first car and I do not want to go higher than =N=2 million  and even if i go up to =N=2.3 my choice of new cars is limited. I also do not want to take a loan to get a car.
In addition to this, I do not want a salvage car because that is what i found with some cars i have spoken to people about here on nairaland. When i check the VIN history of most of the cars i found out they are uusuallybedevilled with either odometer tampering or being "lemon" vehicles.
I have checked some cars on Yahoo Auto and that was how I arrived at a budget of $15000, if what i heard here about the cost of shipping from new jersey being $1500 and clearing in Nigeria being around 250k ($2000) is correct.
Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Many thanks

Hi what is your spec? reach me on agn2007 if you have a YIM. or agn2007@yahoo.com lets talk about it

Cheers

Hi what is your spec? reach me on agn2007 if you have a YIM. or agn2007@yahoo.com lets talk about it

Cheers

vanesa u sent rude and doubtful responses when i mailed about corolla 2003,remember i asked if u are real or u are just out to dupe and u did not reply.say what u have to say as per sales on this site.u should only settle the price outside.pls answer all questions here so that others will see.take a cue from viperman.
mean while am still interested in getting a 2003 corolla.can $10k get it here plus shipping and clearing?
u must answer me here o.

LOL sorry bro i normally gets Orders and stuffs from Yim and email. The answer will be depending on the millage you talking about normally a nice 2003 with a good millage wont get to Nigeria for 10k with shipping and all if you willing to add something let me know the spec millage i will be shipping in 4 cars next 2 weeks

Sorry once again for not replying you.

venesa
ok o,i will mail u now.my mail is dikoko20 so u wont bone me again.
thank you

Hiya,

lets know ur spec and prefered milage, camry sedan 4D LE ,SE or XLE
auto or manual, these will help determine pricing!!! also allow for a month for shipment
Tel: 2699672933 call me only if u re dead serious.
Kenn

I am very serious lets chat on yahoo messenger if you are online

qarasi is my yahoo ID

The reason why so many people end up with accident/salvage history cars and have their mileage tampered with is because people are never realistic with their prices!,   and unscrupulous dealers being who they are, will find a way of giving you what you want at the price you want but there is a nasty price to pay for that - Salvage history!; Lemon cars;  tampering mileage!! I always tell people to go to this website: www.kbb.com   - The website (kelly blue book (kbb)) is a recognised authority and is used all over the United States for setting and checking car values.

Check for Private Party value (PPV) - this is the best value. You may get these prices from private owners in USA (usually not interested in making a profit)
Check for Retail Value (RV) - this is the value a person is going to pay for one if he gets it from a dealership
Trade In Value (TIV) - this is the value you will get for your car if you went to trade it in with a US car dealer in exchange for a new one. (many Americans hate going through the hassles of selling their old cars and prefer to just trade it in for a new one)

I suggest to anyone interested in getting a car from the USA to check this site :-  www.kbb.com

If your price or expectations are unreal and naive, you will know. If you want something good, the reality in life is that you will have to pay for it!. Value is value anywhere in the world, period!!. Our people say " Soup wey sweet, na aji no moto kill am". You get what you pay for, be real and be safe!.

A 2003/2004 Camry will set you back $9000 t0 $10500 depending on the mileage. The lower the miles the more it will cost. If you spend $9500 on the car, it will cost another $1500 to ship to lagos and clearing in lagos should cost about N250,000.00 ($2000). This shoud give you a ballpark figure in the neighborhood of $13,000.00 (landed cost in lagos). Now, Specifications and Mileage may differ and affect cost - but that is up to you. let me know if you are interested. I have a forum thread for those importing directlly from the US (you may read it and get my information there). I wish you the very best in your endeavours. Cheers.

@ Midas02
I understand all this your explanation and I believe and know that the budget of $15000 is enough and adequate for any serious and scruplous bizman to get the required car and still make profit without trying to sell me a salvage titled/lemon car or stolen car.
If you can get the car let me know. My requirements are
Camry 2003 with allow wheels and 4 cylinders, automatic transmission, LE Trim
The mileage would determine how much i would pay for the car and lastly the VIN must be provided.
I am very serious and the first person who get me what i want would be the person that I would get the car from
@vanessa
I am still expecting your mail concerning the car we spoke about

2003 Toyota Camry LE

Mileage: 74,262
Transmission: 4 Speed Automatic
Engine: 2.4 Liter 4 Cylinder
Fuel Used: Regular Unleaded Petrol
Gas Mileage: 24 mpg city / 33 mpg hwy
Ext Color: Gray
Int Color: Gray leather
Interior Type: Leather
Body Style: Sedan
Doors: 4 Doors
VIN: 4T1BE32K63U686645
Title Status: Clean

Standard Equipment:
Air Conditioning, Tilt Wheel, Single Compact Disc,
Power Steering, Cruise Control, Dual Front Air Bags,
Power Windows, AM/FM Stereo, Power Seat,
Power Door Locks, Remote, Power Mirrors

Optional Equipments:
ABS (4-Wheel), Leather interior


PRICE: $10,500.00

PS: this car does not have alloy wheels cos Toyota Camry LE does not come with alloy wheels as standard equipment. however if it is very important to you I could have alloy wheels installed before shipping. Every other option you mentioned is featured in this car.

Pictures are below:

More pictures:

Rear picture:

interior: Hope you will like it.

Like I said,  I don't beat around the bush. I have done this for 10years, I am real and I deliver on my promises!. Total landed cost on this car will be :

Car Price - $10,500.00
Shipping - $1,500.00
Clearing - $2,000.00  (N250,000,00)

TOTAL:    $14,000.00

That's a good price. However, if you have some patience you could find you a much better deal.



http://www.cherokeeautomall.com/Inventory.aspx#. Here is a 2005 LE for just about the same price.

@midas, u seem genuie

r u on yahoo messenger?, whats ur yahoo id?, lets talk biz

email is midas02@yahoo.com and I am on yahoo messenger too. Thanks

@midas02
This car mileage is way too high. I have seen less mileage car for lower price on yahoo auto. I think i would pass on this. Also, when you said if i want alloy wheels you can have them installed before shipping can you elaborate. Does it mean additional cost?
@Okejazz I have checked the VIN history of the car you referred me to it is clean and qualify for a buyback with good rating. Can you get it for me?

High mileage means nothing. Sound engine and sound gear box should always be your first worry when buying a car.

I can get you one here in nigeria for 2M last price. If intersted give me a call on 08068097693

Omoabike, there is a guy called Toksyb who has one Camry for sale and it seems very very nice. You can check it out , he has it advertised on the forum. He says the car is in Ibadan. Wish you the best.

Hello midas02,
You are going to be a successful biz guy. Your approach is good. Can you also send me cost for a toyota Highlander 2004 or 2005 and Rav4 2005 or 2006. If you are stock with making good choices for me, just send me links to checkout cars within my choice as above to select from. I dont mind if the prices are there and that will not affect what commission or profit level you desire as far as we agree together in the end. If you need to get in touch, use susuman123@yahoo.com. Hoping to hear from you soon.

I think this should be the new standard for nairaland, reverse bidding!