Gud mornin people, I recently purchased a used camry spreadlight. Mechanic did the inspection and gave a feedback of sound engine(water as end product) and sound gear box. I made payment as I tot doz were d major consideratns in a used car. Jus wen I tot it's tym for a friend to drive it down to my location, I got a shocker. So far av spent close to 60k for some issues dat bother on engine servicing(since d car has been parked for a while)n wheel alignment and balancing, some equipment like jack, caution sign, fire extnguisher,etc. Now I jus got anoda alert dat the two back shock absorbers must be changed. Hmmm!!! Am tired o.

But are diz normal of a typical naija used cars? Or hav I bought d wrong car? I need ur responses pls

Those things and more are what you would have looked out for before buying the car

umblicachucks:
Those things and more are what you would have looked out for before buying the car

true... U rly shld av looked out for all those things b4 buying.... but dnt b discouraged.. if d engine runs well probabli get a reliable mechanic to help check d car properly so u'll kno wat u're facing. plan well... fix what needs to b fixed and u'll enjoi ur car. bro i av seen peeps run away from naija used cars and I av seen sombody say he enjoied he's used dan a toks... all na luck sir. no size fits all. even brand new cars develop faults. dts y we av recalls today

Well, my major concentratn was on d engine

mili3kid:
true... U rly shld av looked out for all those things b4 buying.... but dnt b discouraged.. if d engine runs well probabli get a reliable mechanic to help check d car properly so u'll kno wat u're facing. plan well... fix what needs to b fixed and u'll enjoi ur car. bro i av seen peeps run away from naija used cars and I av seen sombody say he enjoied he's used dan a toks... all na luck sir. no size fits all. even brand new cars develop faults. dts y we av recalls today

Tnx alot o. Ur coment is kinda reassuring. I got a first hand info abt d engine bein very sound. So I tot I can always fix other minor issues

luvluvluv:


Tnx alot o. Ur comment is kinda reassuring. I got a first hand info abt d engine bein very sound. So I tot I can always fix other minor issues

always welcome boss...so far all d things U av mentioned seems minor... @least nob say engine knock abi gear no dey change well...so just farabale n see all d things U buy as an investment n not waste. @least now ur mind is's settled U av serviced d car. n once U changed shocks U wld b @rest @least for quite a while... U cld reachout to dem auto bosses here... dey might b able to help n giv U much more reliable info....

You bought a Toyota they are always overpriced people that is what you are willing to pay for it

Every used car always has a hidden fault. It is left for the new owner to restore the car. That is why i will never consider chucky234 case a scam.

sultaan:
You bought a Toyota they are always overpriced people that is what you are willing to pay for it

So which car would he have bought? Let me guess, a Ford fusion? Or maybe a camaro or an impala? Even Americans run from those cars.

Mehhnn Tanx people. Ryt now the car can be driven down 2 my place. Once here, I can ask for a thorough check. I rili appreciate.

luvluvluv:
Mehhnn Tanx people. Ryt now the car can be driven down 2 my place. Once here, I can ask for a thorough check. I rili appreciate.

wld rly b interested in knowing d final outcome... so pls no forget to update o hihihi

abatically:


So which car would he have bought? Let me guess, a Ford fusion? Or maybe a camaro or an impala? Even Americans run from those cars.

I like the way you think a Camaro would have been perfect.

The man bought a car and he is having doubt before even driving it how much worse can things get?

Since there is almost no alternative in Nigeria is is Toyota or Honda at the price you get them.

Op find you a good mechanic and 'enjoy' your car

luvluvluv:
Gud mornin people, I recently purchased a used camry spreadlight. Mechanic did the inspection and gave a feedback of sound engine(water as end product) and sound gear box. I made payment as I tot doz were d major consideratns in a used car. Jus wen I tot it's tym for a friend to drive it down to my location, I got a shocker. So far av spent close to 60k for some issues dat bother on engine servicing(since d car has been parked for a while)n wheel alignment and balancing, some equipment like jack, caution sign, fire extnguisher,etc. Now I jus got anoda alert dat the two back shock absorbers must be changed. Hmmm!!! Am tired o.

But are diz normal of a typical naija used cars? Or hav I bought d wrong car? I need ur responses pls

U never spend anything, even if u bought d car as toks u will spend at least 100k to put it on the road

Well for naija used with sound engine n transmission likely changes are

4 shock absorbers
4 tires
Battery
Stabilizer linkage
Tie rods
Brake pads
Brake linning
Engine oil n oil filter
Brake disc
Balancing and alignment
Bearing
Driving shaft
Fan belt
Transmission oil change n filter
Bolt joints
Over haul of ac BC there is usually a leak in d system but seller will top gas to fool u lol
And many more

Our road is very bad soo cars used in naija for one or two yrs will have all these parts worn. U only enjoy if these repairs n service were carried out not too long before you bought the car.

Set aside abt 150k for repairs n services when buying a naija used car. The good news is dt u will nt change all parts at once but within a year of purchase depending on hw the previous owner treated the car.

Three major things u buy in a naija used car are super sound factory fitted engine, super sound transmission and non accidented body (at least not a major accident to affect car shape BC minor scratches go dey no thanks to keke n bus driver). Other things can easily b fixed provided d deal is good. If u overpaid to purchase then u r on ur own

ogawisdom:


U never spend anything, even if u bought d car as toks u will spend at least 100k to put it on the road

Well for naija used with sound engine n transmission likely changes are

4 shock absorbers
4 tires
Battery
Stabilizer linkage
Tie rods
Brake pads
Brake linning
Engine oil n oil filter
Brake disc
Balancing and alignment
Bearing
Driving shaft
Fan belt
Transmission oil change n filter
Bolt joints
Over haul of ac BC there is usually a leak in d system but seller will top gas to fool u lol
And many more

Our road is very bad soo cars used in naija for one or two yrs will have all these parts worn. U only enjoy if these repairs n service were carried out not too long before you bought the car.

Set aside abt 150k for repairs n services when buying a naija used car. The good news is dt u will nt change all parts at once but within a year of purchase depending on hw the previous owner treated the car.

Three major things u buy in a naija used car are super sound factory fitted engine, super sound transmission and non accidented body (at least not a major accident to affect car shape BC minor scratches go dey no thanks to keke n bus driver). Other things can easily b fixed provided d deal is good. If u overpaid to purchase then u r on ur own

i feel blessed... correct comment boss... i also got a toks golf 3 very very clean in an out. engine n transmission perfect. but overtime all dis things U mentioned had to be changed... so @OP no worries. like he said na planning n budgeting...u'll enjoi ur car .. .

Sometyms I wonder whr one would be without dis nl

Ok, car brought to my office dis evenin from lag. I liked d first view(body). I stepped in to view d interior. Am impressed too.

So I drove d car at about 7pm to my home. Hmm...I offed stereo to observe engin sound.
Engine sound...impressive!

However, serious noises emanates weneva I bumped into doz pot holes...I also hear unusual sound frm d rear...will continue to inspect it by wk end

abatically:


So which car would he have bought? Let me guess, a Ford fusion? Or maybe a camaro or an impala? Even Americans run from those cars.

I was expecting you to tell the Op that the owner of the said car who sold it to him is a scam, you can do better.

chucky234:
I was expecting you to tell the Op that the owner of the said car who sold it to him is a scam, you can do better.

oga Chucky, u don carry fight come here again?

mili3kid:
oga Chucky, u don carry fight come here again?

lol you no knw say I no dey fight na, I dey try remind am wetin him suppose talk.

ogawisdom:


U never spend anything, even if u bought d car as toks u will spend at least 100k to put it on the road

Well for naija used with sound engine n transmission likely changes are

4 shock absorbers
4 tires
Battery
Stabilizer linkage
Tie rods
Brake pads
Brake linning
Engine oil n oil filter
Brake disc
Balancing and alignment
Bearing
Driving shaft
Fan belt
Transmission oil change n filter
Bolt joints
Over haul of ac BC there is usually a leak in d system but seller will top gas to fool u lol
And many more

Our road is very bad soo cars used in naija for one or two yrs will have all these parts worn. U only enjoy if these repairs n service were carried out not too long before you bought the car.

Set aside abt 150k for repairs n services when buying a naija used car. The good news is dt u will nt change all parts at once but within a year of purchase depending on hw the previous owner treated the car.

Three major things u buy in a naija used car are super sound factory fitted engine, super sound transmission and non accidented body (at least not a major accident to affect car shape BC minor scratches go dey no thanks to keke n bus driver). Other things can easily b fixed provided d deal is good. If u overpaid to purchase then u r on ur own

Very well said bro, wish people will take note of the points raised.

1. DON'T EVER USE YOUR MECHANIC FOR AUTO INSPECTION - - REASON BEING YOUR MECHANIC WANTS YOU TO BUY A BAD CAR. IF YOU BUY A GOOD CAR, NO WORK FOR HIM = NO MONEY FOR HIM.

2. WHEN BUYING A NAIJA USED USED CAR EXPECT TO CHANGE THE SHOCKS MAY ALL THE LEGS.

3. HAVE IT SCANNED TO ENSURE THERE ARE NO MAJOR FAULTS . I.E KNOCK SENSOR, MISSING CATALYST CONVERTER, TRANSMISSION... ETC.

4. TAKE IT TO AUTOMEDIC IN ALAUSA IKEJA AND HAVE A HARDWARE INSPECTION OR ANY MOBIL FILLING STATION WITH A SERVICE CENTER (AWAY FROM YOUR MECHANIC) TO LOOK UNDERNEATH THE CAR.


YOU ONLY HAVE YOURSELF TO BLAME IF YOU DONT DO YOUR HOME WORK.

chucky234:
I was expecting you to tell the Op that the owner of the said car who sold it to him is a scam, you can do better.

Chucky chucky, why u want bring this issue again? I never called u a scammer, u can go back and read all my comments. Anyone expecting to buy a naija used car is expecred to know he will spend some money to put the car in the state he wants it to be. What might be an issue to the new buyer might not be an issue to the old owner (seller). For example, the car might have a defective side mirror and the old owner doesn't see it as an issue, however the new owner might see it as an issue. That is why it is good to inspect a car physically before payment.

However if the buyer is not around to inspect the car, then the seller should at least state most of the problems the car has before taking payment.

abatically:


Chucky chucky, why u want bring this issue again? I never called u a scammer, u can go back and read all my comments. Anyone expecting to buy a naija used car is expecred to know he will spend some money to put the car in the state he wants it to be. What might be an issue to the new buyer might not be an issue to the old owner (seller). For example, the car might have a defective side mirror and the old owner doesn't see it as an issue, however the new owner might see it as an issue. That is why it is good to inspect a car physically before payment.

However if the buyer is not around to inspect the car, then the seller should at least state most of the problems the car has before taking payment.

lol my padi

fanex:
1. DON'T EVER USE YOUR MECHANIC FOR AUTO INSPECTION - - REASON BEING YOUR MECHANIC WANTS YOU TO BUY A BAD CAR. IF YOU BUY A GOOD CAR, NO WORK FOR HIM = NO MONEY FOR HIM.

2. WHEN BUYING A NAIJA USED USED CAR EXPECT TO CHANGE THE SHOCKS MAY ALL THE LEGS.

3. HAVE IT SCANNED TO ENSURE THERE ARE NO MAJOR FAULTS . I.E KNOCK SENSOR, MISSING CATALYST CONVERTER, TRANSMISSION... ETC.

4. TAKE IT TO AUTOMEDIC IN ALAUSA IKEJA AND HAVE A HARDWARE INSPECTION OR ANY MOBIL FILLING STATION WITH A SERVICE CENTER (AWAY FROM YOUR MECHANIC) TO LOOK UNDERNEATH THE CAR.


YOU ONLY HAVE YOURSELF TO BLAME IF YOU DONT DO YOUR HOME WORK.

Fanex ii sight u

abatically:


So which car would he have bought? Let me guess, a Ford fusion? Or maybe a camaro or an impala? Even Americans run from those cars.

He should buy what he can afford. By the way, <b>toyotas' are overpriced</b>.
In america, the situation is the way it is here. The average or poor buy normal cars while most rich people go for exotic cars.

@op...yes....engine and transmission are the two major considerations...but there are other thi gs to consider. I wanted to blame the mechanic....but then it seems that you you wanted feedback on engine and transmission only....and that's what you got. Like someone said earlier....if you are buying a used car you would have to spend to get it in good condition... more on a Naija used. You said the car was sitting for a while....then you should take it to a good mechanic shop to change fluids and really have it checked out before driving around.... it can lead to complications. The gurus can explain. .... I just know some headlines.... not much details.

yea well spot on....some of the items listed have already been taken care of in lag jus to enable dem drive it. 2mao is saturday so hopefully i shld visit a good mechanic myself. i should change the shock absorbers and proly the tires then others can follow
does anyone knw how much good shocks cost? and wch are actually the best to buy, belgium or brand new ones. tnx all

[quote author=luvluvluv post=39052991]yea well spot on....some of the items listed have already been taken care of in lag jus to enable dem drive it. 2mao is saturday so hopefully i shld visit a good mechanic myself. i should change the shock absorbers and proly the tires then others can follow
does anyone knw how much good shocks cost? and wch are actually the best to buy, belgium or brand new ones. tnx all[/quote

congrats bro. u will enjoy the ride. my only question is hope it wasnt overpriced. i did buy one recently. i changed tyres,engine speed sensor, linkage,did allignment and drained all types of oil in the car.all coming to about 30k.

ps:dont just change just anything u r told.in reality it maynot be bad.do urresearch,ask questions and wala...u will be inlagostraffic for 6hrs and u r not scared anything will go wrong on you

Hmm, no be small somtin ...been in d mech shop since 7:30am. scanning done...no no major issue.
Some of the mechanisms listed up there hav been listed and work long commenced...
@ 6pm, work still not complete coz some parts ordered for have nt been delivered. obviously, dis whole tin will take us to another day.
Money spent so far, 38k for 3shock absorbers, 2belgium tires and some other minor parts dat form doz mechanisms.
Won't forget to mention it's a well equipped workshop whose advert s currently on TV stations. Tnx y'all...
More update soon, hehe

I'm really interested in this thread, I just bought a 95 corolla (9ja used) tho engine and tranny are perfect. Other issues have taken up to a 100k

dfos2k:
I'm really interested in this thread, I just bought a 95 corolla (9ja used) tho engine and tranny are perfect. Other issues have taken up to a 100k

Welcome on board...lets hope it's up and running soon.

Nice thread. My hubby is paying for a registerd 2000 toyota sienna on monday. That'll be the first registered car he'll be buying, i'll jot the above mentioned repairs down for him. Btw, is sienna a friendly family bus in terms of maintenance? The potential owner uses a corolla sport that only requires routine servicing and fuelling, rarely develops fault.

dfos2k:
I'm really interested in this thread, I just bought a 95 corolla (9ja used) tho engine and tranny are perfect. Other issues have taken up to a 100k

Curious as to ow u racked up that amount seeing as that car has one of the cheapest parts available.