Gabapentin:
no be this promoterwhatever guy wey dey talk rubbish about Kia Rio on another thread?

na im don become advisor for buying cars?

lol, advise dey go

odimbannamdi:
On a casual note, towards the end of last year, I decided to get a car. But following the ban of Okada and keke in February and the resulting transport hardship and price hike, i intensified efforts to get one. Owning a car in Lagos is now becoming a necessity if one can afford it. It does not only preserve your sanity, it is more economical in the long term.

Being my first car, my major criterion was a brand that is popular for easy maintenance, parts and specialist availability, at least. I also decided to go for a modest SUV, with 3 rows of seats preferably, as a family is on the way. I narrowed down my options to a Honda Pilot (2004 - 2006) model because it had my requirements and was a little within my budget, if i were to make a compromise on manufacture year

So, my search started. I remember spending nearly all my Nairaland-allotted time on the Autos section reading up comments from informed people and reviewing prices.

Apologies to serious folks here, but i noticed that most of the supposed car sellers on Nairaland are either time-wasters or helpless middlemen who dont have any idea whatsoever about the condition or even location of the cars they claim to sell. On one occasion, i saw a nice tokunbo deal for an 06 model and i agreed with the seller for an inspection at Mushin. On getting there, the unserious fellow switched off his phone and the brother was telling me to come back later in the day for the inspection. Another time, i sent my dad to inspect one at Ikeja, he called the Nairalander (a woman) before setting out, and she confirmed the car was available at Maryland. On getting to Ketu, she began calling that the car had been sold. We were pissed. Also, Nairaland car prices are over-bloated. I noticed sellers here add as much as 300 - 500k to the prices you could get offline, especially for tokunbo cars. Dem think sey people on Nairaland dey pluck money

After the numerous disappointments, i decided i have had enough and i took my search offline. The lockdown didnt help matters, so there were some delays in the search. But after lots of search, calls and test driving, i narrowed down to 2 units of 06 model (a black and a wine colour) and 1 unit of 05 model (blue colour), all within my budget. The 05 was even a little cheaper than i envisaged. But family matters now ate into my budget, so i decided to settle finally for the 05 EXL model.

I suddenly remembered the fuss about VIN background check, and i decided to do due diligence in that regard. So, i reached out to Promotervickky about his VIN check service and he was very patient and calm in directing me to where i could locate the VIN number. He even sent me samples of past reports, as i didnt know what the VIN check report typically looks like. Eventually, i got the VIN number, sent to him and he reverted shortly with the report, a picture and gave some experienced advise. Sadly, the car is salvage-titled, but the damage was minimal and only affected the right side of the car. It explained the indention on the right passenger door i saw during inspection. Apparently, the panel-beater did a shoddy job. We go manage am like that. Thanks for being part of this my significant journey, Promotervickky. I do appreciate!

Honda Pilot owners, how do you recommend i maintain this car for optimal performance? Are there some things i should pay critical attention too.

I need una feedbacks abeg o

CC: Andycom

andycom:



Sorry I didn't get back to you sooner, you made a nice choice. I'll call you immediately.

promotervickky:
This is astonishing I must say, congrats on your new ride again

promotervickky:
Available to check Your ViN

odimbannamdi:
On a casual note, towards the end of last year, I decided to get a car. But following the ban of Okada and keke in February and the resulting transport hardship and price hike, i intensified efforts to get one. Owning a car in Lagos is now becoming a necessity if one can afford it. It does not only preserve your sanity, it is more economical in the long term.

Being my first car, my major criterion was a brand that is popular for easy maintenance, parts and specialist availability, at least. I also decided to go for a modest SUV, with 3 rows of seats preferably, as a family is on the way. I narrowed down my options to a Honda Pilot (2004 - 2006) model because it had my requirements and was a little within my budget, if i were to make a compromise on manufacture year

So, my search started. I remember spending nearly all my Nairaland-allotted time on the Autos section reading up comments from informed people and reviewing prices.

Apologies to serious folks here, but i noticed that most of the supposed car sellers on Nairaland are either time-wasters or helpless middlemen who dont have any idea whatsoever about the condition or even location of the cars they claim to sell. On one occasion, i saw a nice tokunbo deal for an 06 model and i agreed with the seller for an inspection at Mushin. On getting there, the unserious fellow switched off his phone and the brother was telling me to come back later in the day for the inspection. Another time, i sent my dad to inspect one at Ikeja, he called the Nairalander (a woman) before setting out, and she confirmed the car was available at Maryland. On getting to Ketu, she began calling that the car had been sold. We were pissed. Also, Nairaland car prices are over-bloated. I noticed sellers here add as much as 300 - 500k to the prices you could get offline, especially for tokunbo cars. Dem think sey people on Nairaland dey pluck money

After the numerous disappointments, i decided i have had enough and i took my search offline. The lockdown didnt help matters, so there were some delays in the search. But after lots of search, calls and test driving, i narrowed down to 2 units of 06 model (a black and a wine colour) and 1 unit of 05 model (blue colour), all within my budget. The 05 was even a little cheaper than i envisaged. But family matters now ate into my budget, so i decided to settle finally for the 05 EXL model.

I suddenly remembered the fuss about VIN background check, and i decided to do due diligence in that regard. So, i reached out to Promotervickky about his VIN check service and he was very patient and calm in directing me to where i could locate the VIN number. He even sent me samples of past reports, as i didnt know what the VIN check report typically looks like. Eventually, i got the VIN number, sent to him and he reverted shortly with the report, a picture and gave some experienced advise. Sadly, the car is salvage-titled, but the damage was minimal and only affected the right side of the car. It explained the indention on the right passenger door i saw during inspection. Apparently, the panel-beater did a shoddy job. We go manage am like that. Thanks for being part of this my significant journey, Promotervickky. I do appreciate!

Honda Pilot owners, how do you recommend i maintain this car for optimal performance? Are there some things i should pay critical attention too.

I need una feedbacks abeg o

CC: Andycom

uzochinedu:


Hi just making enquiry.

From running bin on a vehicle can you also find out if the car has damaged chasis?

Secondly, is Honda Pilot 04 - 06 a very good car for travelling? I am thinking of buying a good one

Thanks expecting response

uzochinedu:


Hi just making enquiry.

From running bin on a vehicle can you also find out if the car has damaged chasis?

Secondly, is Honda Pilot 04 - 06 a very good car for travelling? I am thinking of buying a good one

Thanks expecting response

uzochinedu:


Hello congrats on your new car.

I am thinking of buying a pilot to like yours.

Can you run me with advices?is Honda pilot good? I need a one in a very good condition

Awaiting your response

andycom:



It's one of the best cars to travel with, I own one a 2005 model. I can't think of traveling with another car except for it. It has Luxury, comfort, durability and speed all in one.

Carfreak966:
But it can’t be used for Uber right?

ArticleBeast:
Any price a seller quote on Nairaland, deduct like 200k or 300k from the price. I don't know why they add such huge amount