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8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Nobody: 8:43am On Dec 04, 2016
Before I start with the list, you should know that these cars are my own personal opinion, and tunung is not widely done in naija but its still done by some petrolheads. So for those of us in that "petrolhead" category.
If u consider going into to the car tuning world, here is a list of cars to consider.

8. Vw golf mk1 and mk2
Never underestimate this bad german, its light, cheap, parts are very available. Price range 200k-300k

7. Audi tt. Mk1
Very nimble, solid engine to begin with 160hp RWD . audi parts are not so widely in available in my place (Abj) maybe its in lagos. Price range ?

6. Mercedes benz 190E 2.6
This one was used by our elders and even if u asked them about the performance of the car they will tell u its a beast. Go for the 2.6 litre straight six version. The chasis is very good. This car was overengineered. U can get one from. 190k- 260k. Parts are very available

5.Older mustangs. 1990s
Not too common on the roads but if u like most car guys and you like visiting junk yard, mechanic garages you can find one lying around. If in good condition, especially the v8s, its a nice platform to work with. price range depends on the car condition. What I do know is, its never gonna be above 400k.

4.Mercedes benz clk
If am not mistaking, I mean that Benz a guy named sultan (drift king) owns. And if u are used to abj stunts there is also a white one owned by top sports team. A v6 engine that produces around 231hp. (According to owner) i don't really know the exact year and model but pls any one that knows the car better should help me describe it better.
As far as I know they are mostly AT. Price 270k-400k.

3. BMW e36.
Haha no much to say, u all know what this machine is, with different variants i4s and i6s. But the best deal to go for is a coupe 325. That's what most drifters use in abj. If u watch the stunts @ wuye, idu u should notice that. And what more. They sound incredible with straight pipes. HP 102 to 193hp depending on variant. The 325 produces 192 hp @ 5200rpm and 250Nm @ 4k rpm.
manual trannys are miles better than the autos. Price 200k- 350k

2. Nissan S13 and S14
So much love and support from car community, but i think maybe your average nissan mechanic doesnt know the "SX" Nissan. Not so common on our roads but u might one day stumble across one and if its for sale and you dont buy it, u may end up regreting. (Just a car guy thing). Its very cheap and I found one in gwags for 170k. It was a 180sx S13 1.8ltr turbocharged. both s13 and s14 use light i4 engines with huge power output due to force induction systems. For instant a 200sx produces 200hp from an 2.0ltr i4 which is good for hooning around, and burning rubber. My problem is these cars are rare in naija.

1. BMW e30.
Respect your elders. Since 1983, this devil was a star. With so much love in the car community, tuning an e30 would not be difficult due to fact that there is so much forums and information about this car on the web, so much tutorial videos and how to, DIY and everything that can even make u mental about the e30.
With so much variants to choose, I recommend the coupe 325i . its very cheap with 250k u can get yourself one. But be fast if u want a clean one. Because dark night motorsports and superbike Nigeria collects them and influenced it on our car guys. Every one now wants an e30. Prices will ramp up and I can bet it. Get one now. Its gonna be a bit difficult to get the coupe, then u might want to go for the sedan but still a 325i sedan

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Sunnymatey(m): 8:50am On Dec 04, 2016
Are we moving forward or backward.

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Nobody: 8:56am On Dec 04, 2016
Notice.
Not brand new cars. Used cars we mean.

Tips.
And just a tip for used cars before u get yourself one. For me personally i know a used car can't be 100% as good as new so what I consider is the engine, a good engine with no issue. Secondly the chassis, and frame, if it has no serious rust and its not broken then it's good for consideration.
An easy way to know if a car has rust open the trunk, where the spare tire is will tell the condition. The floor of the car, raise the carpet u should notice if there is rust.
Open the door the sound made by the hinge will tell how the car was maintained. I can't describe the sound but if the hinge sound weird then that's bad.

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Nobody: 8:57am On Dec 04, 2016
Any mistakes you see please feel free to make corrections. We are all learning.

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Nobody: 9:02am On Dec 04, 2016
Sunnymatey:
Are we moving forward or backward.

Dude car tuning is not about the age of the car, its not about latest airbag technology, it all about building your own machine, the passion, the fun, and the love of building your own project. we are not taking of the latest new generation cars. We talking about driving a built not bought.

Pls a petroleum head should help me explain to him.

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by afanide: 9:13am On Dec 04, 2016
Our Nigeria roads needs these set of cars cheesy

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by PMPhoenix(m): 10:09am On Dec 04, 2016
The old mustangs? I need model names
Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Nobody: 11:08am On Dec 04, 2016
PMPhoenix:
The old mustangs? I need model names
2000 mustang

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Nobody: 11:10am On Dec 04, 2016
Vw mk1 anf mk2

Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Nobody: 11:24am On Dec 04, 2016
V

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by DECOtech(m): 12:10am On Dec 06, 2016
Sunnymatey:
Are we moving forward or backward.
I think you lost ur way oh


xvbill:

Pls a "petrol head" should help me explain to him.
I wldn't know where to start from.
he simply doesn't belong here.

No hard feelings though.

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by mebad(m): 12:49am On Dec 06, 2016
Sunnymatey:
Are we moving forward or backward.

you don't even know what tuning means. you just see a thread and rush unintelligibly to comment .

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by veekid(m): 6:22am On Dec 06, 2016

ayam not understanding
Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by sanandreas(m): 6:24am On Dec 06, 2016
Look at the Volkswagen grin. Are we going back or moving forward?
Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by adebayo201: 6:25am On Dec 06, 2016
who talk say i no go get my own car this year?!

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by MVLOX(m): 6:26am On Dec 06, 2016
Where pictures na
Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Zedoo(m): 6:26am On Dec 06, 2016
Sunnymatey:
Are we moving forward or backward.



Well some people love uncommon vintage cars....with the right pimping, even the range will look lyk a toy close to d mustang...

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Nobody: 6:27am On Dec 06, 2016
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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Nobody: 6:28am On Dec 06, 2016
Sunnymatey:
Are we moving forward or backward.
CHAI Nigerians and stupidity,, bro must you comment?

You obviously don't even know what tuning is, angry

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by eezeribe(m): 6:29am On Dec 06, 2016
God forbid
Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by deeway200(m): 6:38am On Dec 06, 2016
I reject it in jesus name
Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by DjAndroid: 6:45am On Dec 06, 2016
At least explain to me what tuning is (if I'm the only layman here)

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by ndcide(m): 6:45am On Dec 06, 2016
xvbill:
Before I start with the list, you should know that these cars are my own personal opinion, and tunung is not widely done in naija but its still done by some petrolheads. So for those of us in that "petrolhead" category.
If u consider going into to the car tuning world, here is a list of cars to consider.

8. Vw golf mk1 and mk2
Never underestimate this bad german, its light, cheap, parts are very available. Price range 200k-300k

7. Audi tt. Mk1
Very nimble, solid engine to begin with 160hp RWD . audi parts are not so widely in available in my place (Abj) maybe its in lagos. Price range ?

6. Mercedes benz 190E 2.6
This one was used by our elders and even if u asked them about the performance of the car they will tell u its a beast. Go for the 2.6 litre straight six version. The chasis is very good. This car was overengineered. U can get one from. 190k- 260k. Parts are very available

5.Older mustangs. 1990s
Not too common on the roads but if u like most car guys and you like visiting junk yard, mechanic garages you can find one lying around. If in good condition, especially the v8s, its a nice platform to work with. price range depends on the car condition. What I do know is, its never gonna be above 400k.

4.Mercedes benz clk
If am not mistaking, I mean that Benz a guy named sultan (drift king) owns. And if u are used to abj stunts there is also a white one owned by top sports team. A v6 engine that produces around 231hp. (According to owner) i don't really know the exact year and model but pls any one that knows the car better should help me describe it better.
As far as I know they are mostly AT. Price 270k-400k.

3. BMW e36.
Haha no much to say, u all know what this machine is, with different variants i4s and i6s. But the best deal to go for is a coupe 325. That's what most drifters use in abj. If u watch the stunts @ wuye, idu u should notice that. And what more. They sound incredible with straight pipes. HP 102 to 193hp depending on variant. The 325 produces 192 hp @ 5200rpm and 250Nm @ 4k rpm.
manual trannys are miles better than the autos. Price 200k- 350k

2. Nissan S13 and S14
So much love and support from car community, but i think maybe your average nissan mechanic doesnt know the "SX" Nissan. Not so common on our roads but u might one day stumble across one and if its for sale and you dont buy it, u may end up regreting. (Just a car guy thing). Its very cheap and I found one in gwags for 170k. It was a 180sx S13 1.8ltr turbocharged. both s13 and s14 use light i4 engines with huge power output due to force induction systems. For instant a 200sx produces 200hp from an 2.0ltr i4 which is good for hooning around, and burning rubber. My problem is these cars are rare in naija.

1. BMW e30.
Respect your elders. Since 1983, this devil was a star. With so much love in the car community, tuning an e30 would not be difficult due to fact that there is so much forums and information about this car on the web, so much tutorial videos and how to, DIY and everything that can even make u mental about the e30.
With so much variants to choose, I recommend the coupe 325i . its very cheap with 250k u can get yourself one. But be fast if u want a clean one. Because dark night motorsports and superbike Nigeria collects them and influenced it on our car guys. Every one now wants an e30. Prices will ramp up and I can bet it. Get one now. Its gonna be a bit difficult to get the coupe, then u might want to go for the sedan but still a 325i sedan


Bros I like that 190e. I'd like to get a really good one.

Do you think I can get it for that price and how much do you think will be able to make it worth a ride.

I was aso considering bmw 1997 model. I just need a guidance and other opinion on it.

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by habex005(m): 6:46am On Dec 06, 2016
Op.... U don try
Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by wordbank(m): 6:48am On Dec 06, 2016
Can someone help in tuning an impala packed in our compound for a long time?
Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by kelvinkosi(m): 6:49am On Dec 06, 2016
I need just this grin

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Lincoln275(m): 6:51am On Dec 06, 2016
any diesel head in d house?
Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Nobody: 6:53am On Dec 06, 2016
Lols...
Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Nobody: 6:55am On Dec 06, 2016
Sunnymatey:
Are we moving forward or backward.
surviving Buhari

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by daewoorazer(m): 6:58am On Dec 06, 2016
Bro, nice job but considering the price of PMS, it's not advisable including Mercedes in ur list or wat do ya think.... Dey can suck fuel with straw grin

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by Nobody: 6:59am On Dec 06, 2016
xvbill:
Before I start with the list, you should know that these cars are my own personal opinion, and tunung is not widely done in naija but its still done by some petrolheads. So for those of us in that "petrolhead" category.
If u consider going into to the car tuning world, here is a list of cars to consider.

8. Vw golf mk1 and mk2
Never underestimate this bad german, its light, cheap, parts are very available. Price range 200k-300k

7. Audi tt. Mk1
Very nimble, solid engine to begin with 160hp RWD . audi parts are not so widely in available in my place (Abj) maybe its in lagos. Price range ?

6. Mercedes benz 190E 2.6
This one was used by our elders and even if u asked them about the performance of the car they will tell u its a beast. Go for the 2.6 litre straight six version. The chasis is very good. This car was overengineered. U can get one from. 190k- 260k. Parts are very available

5.Older mustangs. 1990s
Not too common on the roads but if u like most car guys and you like visiting junk yard, mechanic garages you can find one lying around. If in good condition, especially the v8s, its a nice platform to work with. price range depends on the car condition. What I do know is, its never gonna be above 400k.

4.Mercedes benz clk
If am not mistaking, I mean that Benz a guy named sultan (drift king) owns. And if u are used to abj stunts there is also a white one owned by top sports team. A v6 engine that produces around 231hp. (According to owner) i don't really know the exact year and model but pls any one that knows the car better should help me describe it better.
As far as I know they are mostly AT. Price 270k-400k.

3. BMW e36.
Haha no much to say, u all know what this machine is, with different variants i4s and i6s. But the best deal to go for is a coupe 325. That's what most drifters use in abj. If u watch the stunts @ wuye, idu u should notice that. And what more. They sound incredible with straight pipes. HP 102 to 193hp depending on variant. The 325 produces 192 hp @ 5200rpm and 250Nm @ 4k rpm.
manual trannys are miles better than the autos. Price 200k- 350k

2. Nissan S13 and S14
So much love and support from car community, but i think maybe your average nissan mechanic doesnt know the "SX" Nissan. Not so common on our roads but u might one day stumble across one and if its for sale and you dont buy it, u may end up regreting. (Just a car guy thing). Its very cheap and I found one in gwags for 170k. It was a 180sx S13 1.8ltr turbocharged. both s13 and s14 use light i4 engines with huge power output due to force induction systems. For instant a 200sx produces 200hp from an 2.0ltr i4 which is good for hooning around, and burning rubber. My problem is these cars are rare in naija.

1. BMW e30.
Respect your elders. Since 1983, this devil was a star. With so much love in the car community, tuning an e30 would not be difficult due to fact that there is so much forums and information about this car on the web, so much tutorial videos and how to, DIY and everything that can even make u mental about the e30.
With so much variants to choose, I recommend the coupe 325i . its very cheap with 250k u can get yourself one. But be fast if u want a clean one. Because dark night motorsports and superbike Nigeria collects them and influenced it on our car guys. Every one now wants an e30. Prices will ramp up and I can bet it. Get one now. Its gonna be a bit difficult to get the coupe, then u might want to go for the sedan but still a 325i sedan
you are leaving the Mercedes Benz flatboot w123..... popularly called the regular benz

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Re: 8 Cheap Cars To Get You Into Tuning In Naija by waveskaaya(m): 7:00am On Dec 06, 2016
grin

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