Hey Guys,

I am 25years Old and single. I just started work about a year ago and I think its about time I got my first automobile. I thought I saved enough for a mazda 6 or Toyota corrolla but I was shocked to find out that both cars cost above a million naira. My budget cant cover this so recently, I started thinking of going for a power bike instead.

I work on the island and live on the mainland. My job also requires me to wear a suit and tie. Although my company policy doesnt refrain me from getting a power bike, colleagues have argued that it looks unprofessional. I am not a marketer. I dont go out to meet clients and even if I do, we have staff cars I can use as nobody uses their personal automobile for office runz. I would simply ride it to work and back as well as weekends (although wearing a suit and helmet). I also think it would be the safest bet to beat the 3rd mainland trafic daily.

The VW Golf is a small and feminine car and I really havent seen myself riding it. I was advised by colleagues to get one since it is cheap and within my budget. That I can give it to my wife/fiancee/girlfriend when I buy a bigger car. I really want the power bike the more I reasearch into it though.

I need advice on which one to go for. Cost of maintainance, which one girls dig, suitability, durability, second hand value etc should all be taken into consideration.


Thanks.

Have you considered the rain, talking about the mainland and all the other jara means you stay in lagos. I have owned 2 powerbikes and while i understand the appeal I would like to remind you that riding a bike to work opens you up to the elements. Also a car opens up the possibility for other things as well. Presentation and packaging for business, shopping on weekends, hanging out with friends, picnics with the basket and other abuna....
Consider buying a used car, some naija used cars are actually good for the money.

NB: Next time ask this question in the appropriate section too!!! Good luck bro

how much is your budget so we can advice u accordingly in alternatives u can get