kishimi8:
So I need a disposable budget used car that can endure twice monthly journey of at least 1500km, with minimum headaches, please any suggestion from the elders here?? Someone was suggesting golf another suggested Ford focus and one say na Honda Abeg na free advise I de find o, even insult no wahala

yak:



I don't know if that money will get corolla, the small 98-2002

1BB007:
datsun 1996

Guitarlife:
Where is your location. I have a used honda bullet I bought about 2 years ago as tokunbo.

I used it briefly while working in Abeokuta and parked it in Ibadan when I was posted to Lagos last year.

The silencer still brings out water and its a perfect deal.

All the custom papers are intact. AC still freezing and I have never changed anything on the car.

Never changed a part, I work with a bank so the car is mostly parked all day cos am at work.

If you are interested please quote me. The car is in Ibadan.

Guitarlife:
Where is your location. I have a used honda bullet I bought about 2 years ago as tokunbo.

I used it briefly while working in Abeokuta and parked it in Ibadan when I was posted to Lagos last year.

The silencer still beings out water and its a perfect deal.

All the custom papers are intact. AC still freezing and I have never changed anything on the car.

Never changed a part, I work with a bank so the car is mostly parked all day cos am at work.

If you are interested please quote me. The car is in Ibadan.

temmym4:
From your price range, i will recommend these cars of course based on my own experience.
1. Nissan Primera. '93 - '98 Manual/Nissan Almera '95 - '99

Definitely, my first choice of affordable cars anytime, any day.
Just like someone said once, just put fuel inside that car, and drive. It doesn't die. lol.

Used the Primera P10 for 2 years, used the Almera too for 2 years, i currently have the P11 version of Primera, though a second car now but spends more time on the road than the main. U might not even visit the mechanic as you can always attend to minor issues yourself.

Verdict.
As good as this models are, never you let it suffer when it comes to periodic servicing. It will tell on the engine.

The P11 version i bought was a nigerian used, even though it wasn't physically abused by the previous user, but you can tell from the engine as it smokes in the morning, though it seems to have corrected itself upon usage of a better engine oil. (probably the previous user hasn't been using the right oil)

Also, please for the sake of your purse, go for the Iron casted Engine 1.6 and not the Aluminium ones (1.8, 2.0) simply because it is easier to maintain and could stand abuse.
In case you are bent on buying the 2.0 Version, never ever buy if it smokes, if you do, prepare to change the engine as they don't do well with ringing, unlike the 1.6.

Fuel efficiency is superb too.
Take care of those car models and u ll enjoy it till you get tired of it

2. Audi 80
German machine. i will compare it to Nokia 3310 back then, this has been the toughest car i have ever used till date. Though out of vogue now but that ride na one rugged thingy. It will take absolutely every abuse. I am even wondering if that car ever dies
It has never disappointed me for once. Very fuel efficient too.

Verdict:
Quite out of vogue now, not so appealing to be candid.
But if u dont mind, it s worth it.


Golf 3.
Very reliable and fuel efficient too.
Just that the road noise puts me off, also problem of overheating seems to be a usual experience especially if u are the type that loves AC function.

3. Mazda 626. '97 Manual
Very strong and reliable.. Fuel efficiency is wonderful too.
The verdict is the same as most of every other Mazda 626.. "Engine issue"
626 users ll frown at me now but it is the truth anyway so learn to accept it.
Pay attention to your oil guage as when the car ages, the engine weakens, starts shorting oil and/or starts smoking. You don't know how far the previous user abused the car.
On this particular model, don't bother ringing, it s not Worth the money. Don't try it, just buy a new engine.

The list goes on and on but those are the ones i can remember and i have owned, (based on your current budget)

Please note that all the cars i mentioned are with Manual transmissions.
If you want an Automatic tranny, increase your budget as it might be tricky finding a well used Auto with your price,
And go check with a competent mechanic so u won't end up with a Lemon. I fear naija when it comes to using vehicles.

Focus is a good ride, a friend uses it. But to be candid, that ride is sweet only when u get it as Tokunbo, when it start having issues.. Hmmmm.

Honda is a sweet ride.. Ur budget will get u from Accords from 93 to 98 (Halla, bulldog, Bullet, babyboy)
The only issue i v got with Accords are the catastrophic and embarrassing leg pull.

No offence Honda Lovers, but i get to wonder why an abused model gets to look like a granny easily.

A car is as good as its maintenance. Treat it right and it will serve you well.

Also know this. Owning a car is not about Ego only. Driving one of the best car in town but struggling to put it on the road because of your purse or because of an illness it's got but u eventually went for it because u want to drive that particular model,

Be sincere with yourself, know what you can handle and maintain
Someone's Audi 80 spark plug could cost 150, That same plug for Camry could cost up to 5k. At the end of the day when Camry breaks down and the owner couldnt afford it at that particular moment, The owner of that working Audi is better off. Na to see Camry owner and offer him a lift self.
Think deeply before u make a choice.
God help you.

temmym4:
From your price range, i will recommend these cars of course based on my own experience.
1. Nissan Primera. '93 - '98 Manual/Nissan Almera '95 - '99

Definitely, my first choice of affordable cars anytime, any day.
Just like someone said once, just put fuel inside that car, and drive. It doesn't die. lol.

Used the Primera P10 for 2 years, used the Almera too for 2 years, i currently have the P11 version of Primera, though a second car now but spends more time on the road than the main. U might not even visit the mechanic as you can always attend to minor issues yourself.

Verdict.
As good as this models are, never you let it suffer when it comes to periodic servicing. It will tell on the engine.

The P11 version i bought was a nigerian used, even though it wasn't physically abused by the previous user, but you can tell from the engine as it smokes in the morning, though it seems to have corrected itself upon usage of a better engine oil. (probably the previous user hasn't been using the right oil)

Also, please for the sake of your purse, go for the Iron casted Engine 1.6 and not the Aluminium ones (1.8, 2.0) simply because it is easier to maintain and could stand abuse.
In case you are bent on buying the 2.0 Version, never ever buy if it smokes, if you do, prepare to change the engine as they don't do well with ringing, unlike the 1.6.

Fuel efficiency is superb too.
Take care of those car models and u ll enjoy it till you get tired of it

2. Audi 80
German machine. i will compare it to Nokia 3310 back then, this has been the toughest car i have ever used till date. Though out of vogue now but that ride na one rugged thingy. It will take absolutely every abuse. I am even wondering if that car ever dies
It has never disappointed me for once. Very fuel efficient too.

Verdict:
Quite out of vogue now, not so appealing to be candid.
But if u dont mind, it s worth it.


Golf 3.
Very reliable and fuel efficient too.
Just that the road noise puts me off, also problem of overheating seems to be a usual experience especially if u are the type that loves AC function.

3. Mazda 626. '97 Manual
Very strong and reliable.. Fuel efficiency is wonderful too.
The verdict is the same as most of every other Mazda 626.. "Engine issue"
626 users ll frown at me now but it is the truth anyway so learn to accept it.
Pay attention to your oil guage as when the car ages, the engine weakens, starts shorting oil and/or starts smoking. You don't know how far the previous user abused the car.
On this particular model, don't bother ringing, it s not Worth the money. Don't try it, just buy a new engine.

The list goes on and on but those are the ones i can remember and i have owned, (based on your current budget)

Please note that all the cars i mentioned are with Manual transmissions.
If you want an Automatic tranny, increase your budget as it might be tricky finding a well used Auto with your price,
And go check with a competent mechanic so u won't end up with a Lemon. I fear naija when it comes to using vehicles.

Focus is a good ride, a friend uses it. But to be candid, that ride is sweet only when u get it as Tokunbo, when it start having issues.. Hmmmm.

Honda is a sweet ride.. Ur budget will get u from Accords from 93 to 98 (Halla, bulldog, Bullet, babyboy)
The only issue i v got with Accords are the catastrophic and embarrassing leg pull.

No offence Honda Lovers, but i get to wonder why an abused model gets to look like a granny easily.

A car is as good as its maintenance. Treat it right and it will serve you well.

Also know this. Owning a car is not about Ego only. Driving one of the best car in town but struggling to put it on the road because of your purse or because of an illness it's got but u eventually went for it because u want to drive that particular model,

Be sincere with yourself, know what you can handle and maintain
Someone's Audi 80 spark plug could cost 150, That same plug for Camry could cost up to 5k. At the end of the day when Camry breaks down and the owner couldnt afford it at that particular moment, The owner of that working Audi is better off. Na to see Camry owner and offer him a lift self.
Think deeply before u make a choice.
God help you.

Guitarlife:
Where is your location. I have a used honda bullet I bought about 2 years ago as tokunbo.

I used it briefly while working in Abeokuta and parked it in Ibadan when I was posted to Lagos last year.

The silencer still beings out water and its a perfect deal.

All the custom papers are intact. AC still freezing and I have never changed anything on the car.

Never changed a part, I work with a bank so the car is mostly parked all day cos am at work.

If you are interested please quote me. The car is in Ibadan.

cardoctor:
Honda Hala 1992

kishimi8:

haha, very funny ,
i just settled for a golf at the end of the day

Hersserbi3:


For how much bro

neyophl:
Can I get the pic on my whatsapp 08039537696. Am in Ibadan.

kishimi8:


Got a clean golf 4 ,from a friend for 450k, I just De pray make the thing no gimme issues until I part with it. since I hear say the car get wahala