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Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by afoife: 7:49pm On Sep 02, 2019
Avedonn:


Please review I4 accord

Just as I requested earlier. Don't understand why oga ignored.

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Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by bouquilee(m): 8:38pm On Sep 02, 2019
afoife:


Just as I requested earlier. Don't understand why oga ignored.
Please help us review this...
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by 2felix(m): 9:06pm On Sep 02, 2019
What of 2006 Nissan-X-Trail
And 2010 Nissan-X-Trail?

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Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by snipesdam(m): 9:10pm On Sep 02, 2019
Gazuzz:
Kia Rio 2011(12)-2017

3 things to look out for.

1. The engine : very expensive full aluminium engine that easily gets bad when vehicle overheats engine price hovers around ₦500,000

2. Same problem with the VDC compressor sadly this one gets bad without any interference before vehicle hits 50,000km modifying the a/c system is a real pain as the engine is usually a 1.4liter engine or 1.2liter and will vibrate under load when a manual compressor is installed

3. Electronic steering column and steering rack, : our roads were not designed for electronic assisted steerings.






You mean it has no rod connecting directly to the steering? shocked I'm truly not comfortable with such technology.
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by OfficialSam(m): 1:59am On Sep 03, 2019
GAZZUZZ:
Due to popular demand let us continue
with the Hyundai Tucson 2007-2009

The 4cylinder.

Die hard vehicle came in back in the days from Dana motors engine costs 180k transmission I have never seen one being replaced so I have no idea how much that costs.

The V6 is a no go area, very unreliable piece of sh!t. (My personal view)



This is the first generation of Tucson and it is dated as 2005-2009. Not from 2007
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by olumzzz(m): 2:53am On Sep 03, 2019
Eye-opening piece so far Oga Gazzuzz. Abeg touch Hyundai Elantra 2007 to 2010.
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by GAZZUZZ(m): 6:44am On Sep 03, 2019
OfficialSam:




This is the first generation of Tucson and it is dated as 2005-2009. Not from 2007

use the pic undecided
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by GAZZUZZ(m): 6:51am On Sep 03, 2019
snipesdam:


You mean it has no rod connecting directly to the steering? shocked I'm truly not comfortable with such technology.

It does, it is electronically assisted and not done by hydraulics.
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by odetola: 7:21am On Sep 03, 2019
[Same with Toyota Yaris 2008

quote author=GAZZUZZ post=81868628]

It does, it is electronically assisted and not done by hydraulics.[/quote]
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by jabolo(m): 7:22pm On Sep 03, 2019
GAZZUZZ:


It does, it is electronically assisted and not done by hydraulics.

Minor point of correction chief, it's electrically assisted, not electronic.

Electronics is all the gubbins that does the complex control stuff typically but here, it's an electric motor that supplements the steering input.

Nice thread, following.

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Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by onatisi(m): 6:09am On Sep 04, 2019
but is there any perfect budget car in this world ? i doubt that
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by GAZZUZZ(m): 8:07am On Sep 04, 2019
Gazuzz:






The Camry 2001-2006 Aka big daddy



The Camry came in the following engine and transmission variants between 2001/2006 the popular specs from Europe and North America highlighted below.



2.0 L 1AZ-FE I4, 144 hp
2.4 L 2AZ-FE I4, 157 hp
3.0 L 1MZ-FE V6, 192 hp without VVT-i (2002), 210 hp with VVT-i (2003–2006)
3.3 L 3MZ-FE V6 SE (2004–2006), 225 hp

Transmission

5-speed manual
4-speed U241E automatic
5-speed U151E automatic
4-speed U140E automatic
5-speed U250E automatic

The V6 1mz-fe engine 2001- 2002.

Really poor 2nd hand value partially due to non vvti engines, The 1mz 2003- 2006 much better fuel economy with vvti and 3mz engine 2003- 2006 smoother drive better fuel economy but watch out for the U151E aka 13pin transmission, once it's bad, they slap for sale on the car.




The 4cylinder

The 2001-2006 all have same 2az engines, but they are fit with different transmission types.

The 2001-2004 come with the ever reliable U241E 4speed transmission aka 10pin (₦70,000)

While the 2005-2006 are fit with the U250 aka 13pin transmission (₦220,000)

When buying a Camry 4cylinder inspect the engine and transmission properly, as a standard the 2az engine is usually abused and a bit pricy ₦250,000, and if u must buy the later models 2005/2006 ensure the transmission is in top shape.

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Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by BamBamK: 9:16am On Sep 04, 2019
please, review the 3rd generation RAV4
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by Kokomo: 9:21am On Sep 04, 2019
Please review Honda Civic 2008
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by tayoccu(m): 2:32pm On Sep 04, 2019
@GAZZUZZ

Kindly do a review of honda city and civic 2006-2010.

Thank you
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by Cupidkc(m): 7:11pm On Sep 04, 2019
Gazuzz:
Nissan Altima 2005

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Gazuzz:
Nissan Altima 2005

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Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by Avedonn: 10:58am On Sep 06, 2019
afoife:


Just as I requested earlier. Don't understand why oga ignored.

Check out the professional review of all Honda cars I4 engine. From 1976 to 2019. Their problems, the one to buy and not to buy.

Based on what I saw, 2005, 2006, 2015 and 2017 are less problematic than other models.

While the worst and the one they advised people to avoid like plague are 2014, 2013, 2009, 2008, 2003, 2004 models.

Peoples complained about the following mostly:

1. transmission failure

2. brake pad

3. suspension

4. paint peeling

5. electronics malfunction etc.



http://m.carcomplaints.com/Honda/Accord/

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Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by Inception(m): 11:47am On Sep 06, 2019
Gazuzz:


I am not sure, but I have bought a 3mz engine mated to a U151 front wheel drive transmission in the past but not sure what vehicle it came out from.

Cc inception

the 2004-07 all come in front wheel drive except the 2006 and 2007 canadian market, where the v6(3.3l) come with only all wheel drive.
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by Inception(m): 11:50am On Sep 06, 2019
snipesdam:


You mean it has no rod connecting directly to the steering? shocked I'm truly not comfortable with such technology.

actually what it means is that the steering ins not hydraulically assisted(i.e no power steering pump and fluid required)

it is still connected to the rack via the steering shaft & yoke mechanism. instead power assist comes from an electric motor eihter mounted on the steering rack or on the steering shaft
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by onatisi(m): 12:04pm On Sep 06, 2019
really! just thinking of getting one of these models ,2008-2011. na wa oo
Avedonn:


Check out the professional review of all Honda cars I4 engine. From 1976 to 2019. Their problems, the one to buy and not to buy.

Based on what I saw, 2005, 2006, 2015 and 2017 are less problematic than other models.

While the worst and the one they advised people to avoid like plague are 2014, 2013, 2009, 2008, 2003, 2004 models.

Peoples complained about the following mostly:

1. transmission failure

2. brake pad

3. suspension

4. paint peeling

5. electronics malfunction etc.



http://m.carcomplaints.com/Honda/Accord/
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by snipesdam(m): 12:11pm On Sep 06, 2019
Inception:


actually what it means is that the steering ins not hydraulically assisted(i.e no power steering pump and fluid required)

it is still connected to the rack via the steering shaft & yoke mechanism. instead power assist comes from an electric motor eihter mounted on the steering rack or on the steering shaft

I get it. Though I've seen an Audi video where a driver was testing an Audi car he was told there's no rod connection to the steering. It's all electronically controlled. Apart from it having an electronic assist steering rack. What turns the car is different electric motor which takes readings from the steering as the driver turns it. Immediately the driver stopped the car. He told guy with him that he shouldn't have told him that, now he does not feel comfortable driving the car. He mentioned feeling some split second delays when turning the wheels.

Bro that's scary. Imagine you driving and someone hacks into your car and takes control.

I dunno it tesla has such tech or the tech is in place and there is still a rod.
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by onatisi(m): 12:47pm On Sep 06, 2019
honda 2008

Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by onatisi(m): 12:49pm On Sep 06, 2019
but honestly ,there are no budget cars without of one or two disadvantage or problems .

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Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by Nobody: 2:38pm On Sep 06, 2019
onatisi:
but honestly ,there are no budget cars without of one or two disadvantage or problems .

If you dey look all these things, you no go buy any motor grin


Just look for the ones I'll call "lesser evils" and you'll be fine. That Honda up there is one

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Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by Avedonn: 2:46pm On Sep 06, 2019
onatisi:
really! just thinking of getting one of these models ,2008-2011. na wa oo

Check other models on the links you'll find the one you can manage.

If you notice carefully, you rarely see 2005, 2006,2010 etc for sale on nairaland auto section.

Lol but the one they kept retreating people not to buy is 2004 and 2003 models.
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by Avedonn: 2:53pm On Sep 06, 2019
But bad as it's, Honda is still better than Toyota Camry especially the new model of Camry 2007 and above.

Based on the review, people complain of total engine failure, excessive fuel consumption, brake pad, and electrical problems after 80k miles especially 2008 and above models.

Checkout the review of Toyota Camry http://m.carcomplaints.com/Toyota/Camry/

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Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by GAZZUZZ(m): 3:57pm On Sep 06, 2019
Thread title specifically targets NIGERIAN used cars on sale and things to watch out for. My views are first hand experiences.


I will update as time permits and sequentially .



Signed

Google mechanic

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Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by Inception(m): 5:12pm On Sep 06, 2019
GAZZUZZ:
Thread title specifically targets NIGERIAN used cars on sale and things to watch out for. My views are first hand experiences.


I will update as time permits and sequentially .



Signed

Google mechanic

do you have any personal experence with the 9th generation accord? (2013-2017)
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by GAZZUZZ(m): 5:35pm On Sep 06, 2019
Inception:


do you have any personal experence with the 9th generation accord? (2013-2017)

i have a client who has been abusing his for a while now, quite shocking it's still ok the road.

Been servicing it for over 2 years now
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by Inception(m): 5:46pm On Sep 06, 2019
GAZZUZZ:


i have a client who has been abusing his for a while now, quite shocking it's still ok the road.

Been servicing it for over 2 years now

concerning naija used of that ride, in time, we shall talk.
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by captainking(m): 10:19pm On Sep 06, 2019
tayoccu:
@GAZZUZZ

Kindly do a review of honda city and civic 2006-2010.

Thank you
Gazuzz does not like civic.. Gazzuzz.. Please do 2006 to 2011 civic... Biko odogwu
Re: Are There Cheap Nigerian Used Cars? by tayoccu(m): 12:49am On Sep 07, 2019
captainking:

Gazuzz does not like civic.. Gazzuzz.. Please do 2006 to 2011 civic... Biko odogwu

GAZZUZZ abeg add city too

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