honda001:

Honda Accord 2009 or Maybe Honda DC 2007 for for enough back sit room

I have been admiring accord 08-011 in recent time, what general advice can the gurus in the house give for the said car?

@nurey
@Gazzuzz
@Kingreign
@9icetoo

ping2ping:


Thanks @nur.ey. Please what's the best way to deal with low ground clearance of Civic. I read is an issue.

It's a serious issue and a lot of the important components are located in treacherous places.

Afternoon All, anyone with 2016 or 2018 Toyota Corolla. Please DM me
Some clients need the vehicle for use from time to time if you are interested

@nurey and gurus in the house, best way to maintain Camry 08 given the engine oil drain issues. Just got one and am kinda scared

Olonisakinibile:
@nurey and gurus in the house, best way to maintain Camry 08 given the engine oil drain issues. Just got one and am kinda scared

Oil drain or drying up/ shortage

idmoore:


@Nurey
@ Raduautos
@Pyikel
@Gazzuzz

I have being reading some foreigh online reviews on the Honda Accord 2013/15 lately.
It shows the these model Accords has excessive engine oil consumption like 1quartz of oil every 1000miles.

Please can anybody share more person experiences in the Accord engine oil that shorts before the next service.

Especially the 2013 Honda Accord engine.
It is a factory defects.

This is my daily driver and not a drop of oil is lost between changes. I mean not one single drop. Currently on 2800 miles in 2 months and it’s still perfectly full.

ade95:


Should he be worried about CVTs?

Honda makes some of the best CVTs. Nissans Jatco is what you should run 10miles from.

Good day fellow nairalanders & car gurus on board, please I need opinions and suggestions on possible fix to be done on my 04 corolla Altis, I recently noticed a creaking sound coming off my engine upon acceleration (not normal acceleration though) especially when accelerating to speed up from normal driving.

Note: Car has been on complete routine maintenance since I acquired it toks. I don't bate an eyelid to buy any replacement part(s) so long it's genuine product or close to OEM.

CC: Gazzuz, diportivo, nurey, others

showietee:


I have been admiring accord 08-011 in recent time, what general advice can the gurus in the house give for the said car?

@nurey
@Gazzuzz
@Kingreign
@9icetoo

It's a nice car. No major problems.

oscillation55:
Good day fellow nairalanders & car gurus on board, please I need opinions and suggestions on possible fix to be done on my 04 corolla Altis, I recently noticed a creaking sound coming off my engine upon acceleration (not normal acceleration though) especially when accelerating to speed up from normal driving.

Note: Car has been on complete routine maintenance since I acquired it toks. I don't bate an eyelid to buy any replacement part(s) so long it's genuine product or close to OEM.

CC: Gazzuz, diportivo, nurey, others

loud squeaking or squealing noise while accelerating could mean there's a problem with your engine belt. It could mean the belt's loose or worn. Or it could mean that one of the belt's pulleys is starting to fail. A loud rumbling noise when accelerating might suggest there's a problem with your exhaust system.
Google Mechanic

Anyone.

What do u advice please.

DukeNija:


Oil drain or drying up/ shortage

Olonisakinibile:
Anyone.

What do u advice please.

Check you oil level at every fill up or twice a week o r daily if possible. You may consider using slightly thicker oil like 10w 40.
Other than that, there isn't anything else you can do to stop the oil burning apart from a complete overhaul of the engine.

Olonisakinibile:
Anyone.

What do u advice please.

Just top up oil when necessary till you pass it to the next owner. Check oil weekly or bi weekly depending on car usage.

Between Toyota 2003 /2004 and 2008 Mazda CX-7 which one more OK?

Mikeshine:
Between Toyota 2003 /2004 and 2008 Mazda CX-7 which one more OK?

Better buy other popular CUV than CX-7 you have

honda crv, hrv, element

Ford eco sport, escape

Toyota Rav4

Those I can vouch for but that Mazda, parts expensive and mechanic no too plenty for it

Mikeshine:
Between Toyota 2003 /2004 and 2008 Mazda CX-7 which one more OK?

Go for CX-9 instead or a ford edge

Hello gurus in the house.

I am looking at 2009 or 2010 Honda City [Auto]. To be used mostly for driving around the city.

How durable and reliable is the car? Are the parts available and cost effective? Is there anything i should be concerned about?

Thanks

ping2ping:
Hello gurus in the house.

I am looking at 2009 or 2010 Honda City [Auto]. To be used mostly for driving around the city.

How durable and reliable is the car? Are the parts available and cost effective? Is there anything i should be concerned about?

Thanks

Durable? It depends. If you drive it like a danfo, the body won't hold up.
Engine is solid. Trans is a bit iffy if not serviced regularly or if you pour non OEM fluid into it.
Like the name says (city), it was meant for city driving. Fuel economy is superb.

No matter what you do, don't pour non cvtf fluid inside that transmission.

9icetoo:

Durable? It depends. If you drive it like a danfo, the body won't hold up.
Engine is solid. Trans is a bit iffy if not serviced regularly or if you pour non OEM fluid into it.
Like the name says (city), it was meant for city driving. Fuel economy is superb.

No matter what you do, don't pour non cvtf fluid inside that transmission.

Thanks for your prompt response. However, this model as shown in the picture below as I read uses normal automatic transmission rather than CVT.

How about availability and cost of parts?

Pls compare 2015 ford explorer sport and mercedes ml350 based on Agility,ruggedly considering our bad terrains and power

Olonisakinibile:
@nurey and gurus in the house, best way to maintain Camry 08 given the engine oil drain issues. Just got one and am kinda scared

Top up regularly. I've heard people say using a thicker oil like 20w 50 will stop the oil leakage.
Anyway, I always used the recommended oil and just topped up as needed. That's what I did till I passed on the problem.

I'm thinking of buying the 2013/2014 honda accord. What a lovely car. If my budget was higher, I'd have gone for the 2017 model, especially the touring.
I just need reassurance from those who've used this car. My budget is 5m. Don't know if it will fly, with the current inflation rate.

I've also been thinking of the 2015 civic, the full option, as I've owned a lower model and enjoyed it. Anyone own or knows anyone using this?

ping2ping:
Hello gurus in the house.

I am looking at 2009 or 2010 Honda City [Auto]. To be used mostly for driving around the city.

How durable and reliable is the car? Are the parts available and cost effective? Is there anything i should be concerned about?

Thanks

My friend used his since 2009 till date without any major issues. It was bought brand new though. Very reliable car.

zed7:
I'm thinking of buying the 2013/2014 honda accord. What a lovely car. If my budget was higher, I'd have gone for the 2017 model, especially the touring.
I just need reassurance from those who've used this car. My budget is 5m. Don't know if it will fly, with the current inflation rate.

I've also been thinking of the 2015 civic, the full option, as I've owned a lower model and enjoyed it. Anyone own or knows anyone using this?

go ahead and buy the machine.it stands out

zed7:
I'm thinking of buying the 2013/2014 honda accord. What a lovely car. If my budget was higher, I'd have gone for the 2017 model, especially the touring.
I just need reassurance from those who've used this car. My budget is 5m. Don't know if it will fly, with the current inflation rate.

I've also been thinking of the 2015 civic, the full option, as I've owned a lower model and enjoyed it. Anyone own or knows anyone using this?

Your budget should get the base Lx trim in pristine condition. Will strongly advise you avoid the 2013 model.

Itsrm:


Your budget should get the base Lx trim in pristine condition. Will strongly advise you avoid the 2013 model.

It would be nice to explain further. Avoid, why?

ping2ping:


Thanks for your prompt response. However, this model as shown in the picture below as I read uses normal automatic transmission rather than CVT.

How about availability and cost of parts?

Parts dey. Body parts are expensive (general Honda thing). Replacement parts for mechanical items are not too expensive. Within the same price range of other cars.

klexycole:
Greetings to the elders and all members alike.

Please, what are your thoughts about Mitsubishi Lancer 2009 considering it has a CVT transmission? Is it a good choice of car to use?

Intended Usage: Mostly city driving and interstate traveling once in a while.

Between the Lancer and Toyota Corolla 2004, which would you advice one to buy? Purchase cost is not a consideration in this case.

I need your reasonable and in-depth advice. Thank you.

And others

Very dicey, the corolla reliability we know, as for the lancer not a regular sight on the road but I have a neighbor using one 2years now I don't know about its general maintenance and what not.

If you want to stand out, you can try the Mitsubishi as online reviews favour it.

9icetoo:

Parts dey. Body parts are expensive (general Honda thing). Replacement parts for mechanical items are not too expensive. Within the same price range of other cars.

Thanks so much. I asked a friend who is a Honda parts seller today. He said exactly what you have said here. Body parts are very expensive like bumper, fender, side mirrors, headlamps, tail lights, etc. I remember he said one of the doors is about 40k.

However mechanical parts are relatively less expensive. Some of the mechanical parts include the shock absorbers, brake pads, steering rack, power steering pump, etc.

Once again, thanks

Ybits:
Pls compare 2015 ford explorer sport and mercedes ml350 based on Agility,ruggedly considering our bad terrains and power

Bro,for your peace of mind,just pick the ml350.

zed7:
I'm thinking of buying the 2013/2014 honda accord. What a lovely car. If my budget was higher, I'd have gone for the 2017 model, especially the touring.
I just need reassurance from those who've used this car. My budget is 5m. Don't know if it will fly, with the current inflation rate.

I've also been thinking of the 2015 civic, the full option, as I've owned a lower model and enjoyed it. Anyone own or knows anyone using this?

I have a clean toks accord 2014 Ex thumbstart. You may check my post if interested