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Advice On First Car To Buy by mafiawars: 12:07pm On Jan 17, 2013
Hello Nairalanders

I basically need advice on a new first car to buy. Since iv been on the lookout, everyday I see something new on the road I like, so I decided to ask yall Nairaland experts.
Im a typical female who likes compact cars and has parking issues(lol), so apart from that, im looking at a fuel efficient car and one which is easy to maintain.

Options are:
Golf 4 (Although everyone says it has electrical issues and it will give me loads of trouble)
2004 Toyota Matrix
2002-2006 Honda Civic
2004 Toyota Corolla (hatchback)
Nissan Versa
2004 Ford Focus (hatchback)
Toyota Yaris (hatchback)

Im open to more suggestions, but no sedans pls.

Thanks

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Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by redcliff: 1:11pm On Jan 17, 2013
The honda civic should fly. Its a perfect definition of "a first car with less troubles"

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Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by mafiawars: 3:04pm On Jan 17, 2013
redcliff: The honda civic should fly. Its a perfect definition of "a first car with less troubles"

Thanks a bunch
Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by mrkels(m): 8:07pm On Jan 17, 2013
Get a 2013 mercedes liimited edition cheesy

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Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by auska2(m): 8:07pm On Jan 17, 2013
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Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by Nobody: 8:07pm On Jan 17, 2013
I advice you to go for a mitsubishi lancer or
a volkswagen Bora or jetta. The cars are comfirmed to spend
more time in the mechanic than at home and the road. they were my first. angry angry angry angry angry

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Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by locust01(m): 8:13pm On Jan 17, 2013
Buy Toyota octave,
Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by Krucifax(m): 8:13pm On Jan 17, 2013
If you like compact cars,i'd advise you go for a Coupe or Hatchback.I won't suggest a car but highlight some factors that might aid you in reaching the conclusion. Firstly if you have problems with parking i suggest you buy an Automatic or Tiptronic instead of Manual.
Things to consider are these:

1.Your taste.
2.Your budget.
3.Availability of mechanical parts.
4.Resale value.
5.Warranty length.
6.Durability.
7.Engine size(Very important for insurance)As a lady i advise don't go beyond 2.0 litres
8.Miles to the gallon(Very important if you don't want to go broke quickly)
9.Cost of insurance.
10.Cost of service.
11.Previous Car history if you are buying pre-owned(Write off,major crashes,etc)This affects insurance,usability,life span,and your general enjoyment of it.

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Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by kokoye(m): 8:17pm On Jan 17, 2013
Go for the 2004 Toyota Corolla (hatchback)

..for the reasons you listed.
Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by Rhino5dm: 8:19pm On Jan 17, 2013
Start with any brand of Toyota and avoid V-6.

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Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by gilkeen: 8:22pm On Jan 17, 2013
Krucifax: If you like compact cars,i'd advise you go for a Coupe or Hatchback.I won't suggest a car but highlight some factors that might aid you in reaching the conclusion. Firstly if you have problems with parking i suggest you buy an Automatic or Tiptronic instead of Manual.
Things to consider are these:

1.Your taste.
2.Your budget.
3.Availability of mechanical parts.
4.Resale value.
5.Warranty length.
6.Durability.
7.Engine size(Very important for insurance)As a lady i advise don't go beyond 2.0 litres
8.Miles to the gallon(Very important if you don't want to go broke quickly)
Pls, what has parking space got to do with auto and manual?
9.Cost of insurance.
10.Cost of service.
11.Previous Car history if you are buying pre-owned(Write off,major crashes,etc)This affects insurance,usability,life span,and your general enjoyment of it.

Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by ONWARDBABA: 8:26pm On Jan 17, 2013
Rhino.5dm:
Start with any brand of Toyota and avoid V-6.
agree but why Ϟϑτ̲̅ V6
Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by lacasa: 8:29pm On Jan 17, 2013
Go for the 2003 Toyota yaris (1 door hatchback) auto.

Its just amazing and meets all µя needs.


My sis uses one wink
Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by Francheezy(m): 8:30pm On Jan 17, 2013
g0 buy dat 2014 car wey dat 0ba buy, x0 u g0 break rec0rd

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Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by Damojo: 8:31pm On Jan 17, 2013
Buy a toyota yaris and thank me later!
Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by palugycolina(m): 8:43pm On Jan 17, 2013
redcliff: The honda civic should fly. Its a perfect definition of "a first car with less troubles"


The honda civic is the best my dear..interms of fuel comsumption and maintanance..atleast u go de flow ac steady..
Anoda car is corolla..d old ones wey banks be de use..i see d cars with phcn dis days..
Very strong and durable



But naija which way self?

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Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by shesluvin(f): 8:43pm On Jan 17, 2013
Ermm......A toyota maxima!!!!!!. I love dat car like ice cream!
Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by moyems(m): 8:45pm On Jan 17, 2013
Toyota yaris is your car!!!!!

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Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by Rhino5dm: 8:46pm On Jan 17, 2013
Fuel consumption and more unnecessary additional cost.


ONWARDBABA: agree but why Ϟϑτ̲̅ V6

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Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by Nobody: 8:47pm On Jan 17, 2013
redcliff: The honda civic should fly. Its a perfect definition of "a first car with less troubles"
But she said no sedans :-/
Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by xtremeidea(m): 8:49pm On Jan 17, 2013
Krucifax: If you like compact cars,i'd advise you go for a Coupe or Hatchback.I won't suggest a car but highlight some factors that might aid you in reaching the conclusion. Firstly if you have problems with parking i suggest you buy an Automatic or Tiptronic instead of Manual.
Things to consider are these:

1.Your taste.
2.Your budget.
3.Availability of mechanical parts.
4.Resale value.
5.Warranty length.
6.Durability.
7.Engine size(Very important for insurance)As a lady i advise don't go beyond 2.0 litres
8.Miles to the gallon(Very important if you don't want to go broke quickly)
9.Cost of insurance.
10.Cost of service.
11.Previous Car history if you are buying pre-owned(Write off,major crashes,etc)This affects insurance,usability,life span,and your general enjoyment of it.


also consider the value of the car incase u wanna resell
Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by jahjehova(m): 8:55pm On Jan 17, 2013
@OP: you can buy any of the listed except the golf 4. Datz a no go area for you. Guys dey even dodge the car.
Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by Abrantie: 8:57pm On Jan 17, 2013
If you want reliability and fuel efficiency, Corolla all the way.
Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by eminemkayc: 9:06pm On Jan 17, 2013
Toyota corolla should definitely be yur best bet. that car's perfect on gas mileage nd zero troubles...
Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by AZeD1(m): 9:07pm On Jan 17, 2013
Volkswagen Santana
Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by Nobody: 9:08pm On Jan 17, 2013
i dnt own a car yet but toyota 2.2 will mke brain.

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Re: Advice On First Car To Buy by optimusprime2(m): 9:11pm On Jan 17, 2013
Any of the Toyota's you mentioned are fine for a 1st Lady Bug,
but I recommend the Honda Civic, but instead of the 02-06 Models as you stated, opt for the 08 model (if you have the means) its a modified & upgraded version of the 06 model, which is known for Fuel efficiency, drive stability & durability.
(as a lady, I assume you dont fancy popping your hood up as often)
so stay off that *VW Golf4*. One thing I know about the Civic is; its a Ladybug- lady friendly.
Also if you want extra effiZzy, for Uniqueness opt for the 2 doored 08 Civic Coupe.
Trust me, you'd become attached to it.
Goodluck in your Quest.

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