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Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by Olayetan(m): 4:37pm On May 04, 2021
richmond500:
he said his budget is 3-4mila and u suggest highlander for him? u for kuku suggest Lamborghini na.
BTW, where u don see person weh drive highlander for 30yrs?
Them go just dey sugarcoat everything, which year of highlander person drive for 30years, who go even buy a car with the intention of driving it for more than 10years, no b juju be that..

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Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by slex(m): 4:42pm On May 04, 2021
Horoyeencar:
You are a big fool. And your level of reasoning is like buhari's own bloody dullard!!! Must your comment? so you stupid self doesn't know that there are young guys making it legitimately without scamming people.E.g crypt traders, freelancers etc. For your info I am WEB DEVELOPER (PROGRAMMER), stop jumping into conclusion next time wretched bastard!!!

In case u need a 2010 Benz c300.. 4m

2008 Mercedes Benz c300.. 3.7m

Contact me..
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by Alejobs: 4:58pm On May 04, 2021
Simvan:

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Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by akilo1: 4:58pm On May 04, 2021
Keke napeb
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by lasrondo: 5:15pm On May 04, 2021
Buy a De Tomaso Pantera . Its very strong and reliable especially on nigerian roads .Thank me later

Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by justmi1: 5:15pm On May 04, 2021
I'm also in this situation, want to get a car for the first time but want to use it for distribution as well, I'm thinking toyota avensis 2002. What y'all think?
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by Durklil: 5:16pm On May 04, 2021
Have you build a house first? I don’t fancy cars even after building 4th hours

They are liabilities I only drive a small Toyota

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Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by Lovecars501(m): 5:18pm On May 04, 2021
9icetoo:
2012 rav4 for 4m? It's alright.
no mind am jare
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by Lovecars501(m): 5:23pm On May 04, 2021
justmi1:
I'm also in this situation, want to get a car for the first time but want to use it for distribution as well, I'm thinking toyota avensis 2002. What y'all think?
good choice man

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Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by dannex4adx(m): 5:52pm On May 04, 2021
Horoyeencar:
What car will you suggest for a first timer, budget between 3-4M.

Toyota Venza.
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by 27Pushing30: 6:04pm On May 04, 2021
Mikelarteta:
2005 Nissan Murano.
you are wicked lol

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Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by Nobody: 6:08pm On May 04, 2021
Go for Volkswagen, the peoples car.
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by Styluss: 6:13pm On May 04, 2021
Rx 330 or Rx 350
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by efonat(m): 6:21pm On May 04, 2021
Ur 4m get value before? Covert it to dollar by dividing it by 500.
9icetoo:

2012 rav4 for 4m?
It's alright.
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by Bush2013: 6:21pm On May 04, 2021
Why are people not talking about Lexus es 300 or es 330. Is not good for first timers??
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by somehow: 6:24pm On May 04, 2021
ogododo:


Na clearing agent go inflate price. Buy with 5k dollar, ship $1500, clearing na the wahala wey buhari cause.

You can't get clean title for 5k
maybe you are going the accidented way.

Clearing fee is not more than $1200.
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by somehow: 6:24pm On May 04, 2021
phnibeogu:


4m wont get an LE toks camry ?

LE, maybe he can but not sure.
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by freddybonz(m): 6:25pm On May 04, 2021
How about Honda cross tour
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by LydayBobo(m): 6:26pm On May 04, 2021
Horoyeencar:
What car will you suggest for a first timer, budget between 3-4M.
Any Kia or Toyota car.... speaking from experience.
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by MalbakOscar(m): 6:52pm On May 04, 2021
Horoyeencar:
What car will you suggest for a first timer, budget between 3-4M.

As I first time car owner myself I asked several people who have decades of experience driving different brands of cars before I settled on a specific car to buy and I'll share with you the general response I got.

Toyota Vehicles are the best for Nigerian roads. Their ruggedity has no equal.
The repair/replacement parts are easily available.
Technicians(Mechanics) ALL (except a designated brand shop) specialise in servicing Toyota vehicles.
They have the highest resale value.
Recommendation:
Get a Toyota Corolla or a Yaris. Any year of your choice that falls into your price bracket.

Go with a good Mechanic to inspect ANY car you're interested in. Watch out for rusted parts, Engine that has been"handled", Compressor that has been reworked. Electrical faults and things like that.
Some cars look so perfect on the outside but have underlying problems that you can't tell until your daily commute.
MY ADVICE:
1. Your Mechanic should go with a Diagnostic machine to check for electrical faults you might not be able to see.
2. If the seller is willing (try to insist if it's a Nigeria used car) take it to a LACVIS Centre for a random inspection. They'll give you a report on the efficiency.

ALTERNATIVELY if you want to buy a brand new car, then look into Innoson, JAC or GAC that fall in your price range.
They have great after sales service.

PS: READ THROUGH OTHER RESPONSES TO COMPARE OPINIONS. DIFFERENT PEOPLE HAVE HAD DIFFERENT EXPERIENCES SO THEY MIGHT HAVE OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS...BUT IF YOU'RE CONFLICTED....BY A TOYOTA COROLLA

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Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by tonero230(m): 6:57pm On May 04, 2021
Olayetan:


As a 1st time car user, I will advise you go for budget friendly car so as to avoid spending much on maintenance cux mechanic will use your head since you got no idea about car.


If you want to consider SUV, go for RX 300 2002 model. It should be between 2m to 2.5m

And the car is very rugged, unlike the 330 that's 4WD, all you gotta do is service the car once you hit 4000km run and calibrate your metre after the 4000km to keep tab on the km.

If you're looking at saloon, then go for camry 07, price is between 3m to 3.5m, make sure its 07, always check the radiator water before heading out, you can abuse the car but try not to keep your AC on while driving through flooded area. And always go service once you hit 4000km.


If you don't mind the money you will be spending on fuel, go for RX 300 2002 but if you mind, go for camry 2007(2.4l engine)

Both parts are affordable in market and very rugged car.

2004 Toyota highlander nko
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by Carparts888(m): 7:06pm On May 04, 2021
2007 to 2009 Toyota rav4 4cylinder engine and front wheel drive(avoid v6 n awd as a first timer) .. Roomy and spacious to carry stuffs, Good ground clearance for bad roads, very rugged, easy to maintain, reliable, durable and high resale value.. Buy and u will come back here and thank me later and even pray for me sef..

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Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by Flames000(m): 7:08pm On May 04, 2021
Honda Civic. 2008 and above and keep the change ypu will never go wrong with that car
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by femi4: 7:10pm On May 04, 2021
Horoyeencar:
What car will you suggest for a first timer, budget between 3-4M.
Go for suv

Toyota highlander or Rav4

Avoid Hondas that are before 2010
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by ELKHALIFAISIS(m): 7:12pm On May 04, 2021
Horoyeencar:
You are a big fool. And your level of reasoning is like buhari's own bloody dullard!!! Must your comment? so you stupid self doesn't know that there are young guys making it legitimately without scamming people.E.g crypt traders, freelancers etc. For your info I am WEB DEVELOPER (PROGRAMMER), stop jumping into conclusion next time wretched bastard!!!
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Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by ELKHALIFAISIS(m): 7:12pm On May 04, 2021
Horoyeencar:
You are a big fool. And your level of reasoning is like buhari's own bloody dullard!!! Must your comment? so you stupid self doesn't know that there are young guys making it legitimately without scamming people.E.g crypt traders, freelancers etc. For your info I am WEB DEVELOPER (PROGRAMMER), stop jumping into conclusion next time wretched bastard!!!
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Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by yesloaded: 7:29pm On May 04, 2021
kunle75:



I will not suggest any Lexus for a first timer buyer.

Toyota as you stated earlier would be best for him if he will listen to wise counsel
You are right

My first car is Toyota Highlander & I never regret buying it

Corolla won't be bad option for lovers of sedan
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by Freelane33(m): 7:34pm On May 04, 2021
Price ?
Carparts888:
2007 to 2009 Toyota rav4 4 cylinder engine and from wheel drive(avoid v6 n awd as a first timer) .. Roomy and spacious to carry stuffs, Good ground clearance for bad roads, very rugged, easy to maintain, reliable, durable and high resale value.. Buy and u will come back here and thank me later and even pray for me sef..
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by fayomim: 8:01pm On May 04, 2021
Golf
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by Kaymaxine(m): 8:28pm On May 04, 2021
Toyota 2010 camry XLE with 2GR engine...
Thank me later

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Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by 900warriorz: 8:29pm On May 04, 2021
Horoyeencar:
I don't like Camry or corolla
we gave you advice, you rejected it....so why are you asking us in the first place? undecided
Re: What Car Will You Suggest For A First Timer. by sirpee001: 9:03pm On May 04, 2021
Camry le
(Limited edition)

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