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The reason u cant find them is that u r not intelligent either.

what a ugly car !

Teejay07:
Otay,

please could you explain to me what the difference is between this one your selling and the one that Midas 02 displayed and just sold on another thread of this forum for such a wide price disparity. Yea, I know urs is XLE and his is LE. But the price disparity is 2.8 to 5.4 that is almost 2ce the price of Midas02's.

Hope u don't mind.

Thanks.

abi o, pls explain, otah.

Then it was Benz 190E, but now itz Honda CRV, 2007/08 Model. But i drive Honda bulldog at d moment.

As far as I am concerned, there is no basis for the comparison. For God's sake, how can u compare a brand-new car with a fairly-used, esp Naija used?
Come on guys ! You have to be explicit in your comparison by definining your baselines.
You guys cant just be killing "KIA" just because they havent made name like Toyota or Honda.
As a matter of fact, why cant u go for a brand-new corolla if you really want your comparison to be objective?
You should compare a brand-new corolla with a brand new Kia, then you'll have a case.(of which corolla will be a better option).
A brand new car is a brand new car, shikena !!!

Fellow Nairalanders, I came across this information relevant to the current discussion and so decided to paste it here:

How Are 4-Cylinder and V6 Engines Different?

The number of cylinders that an engine contains is an important factor in the overall performance of the engine. Each cylinder contains a piston that pumps inside of it and those pistons connect to and turn the crankshaft. The more pistons there are pumping, the more combustive events are taking place during any given moment. That means that more power can be generated in less time.

4-Cylinder engines commonly come in “straight” or “inline” configurations while 6-cylinder engines are usually configured in the more compact “V” shape, and thus are referred to as V6 engines. V6 engines have been the engine of choice for American automakers because they’re powerful and quiet but still light and compact enough to fit into most car designs.

Historically, American auto consumers turned their noses up at 4-cylinder engines, believing them to be slow, weak, unbalanced and short on acceleration. However, when Japanese auto makers, such as Honda and Toyota, began installing highly-efficient 4-cylinder engines in their cars in the 1980s and 90s, Americans found a new appreciation for the compact engine. Even though Japanese models, such as the Toyota Camry, began quickly outselling comparable American models, U.S. automakers, believing that American drivers were more concerned with power and performance, continued to produce cars with V6 engines. Today, with rising gas prices and greater public environmental awareness, Detroit seems to be reevaluating the 4-cylinder engine for its fuel efficiency and lower emissions.

As for the future of the V6, in recent years the disparity between 4-cylinder and V6 engines has lessened considerably. In order to keep up with the demand for high gas-mileage and lower emission levels, automakers have worked diligently to improve the overall performance of V6 engines. Many current V6 models come close to matching the gas-mileage and emissions standards of the smaller, 4-cylinder engines. So, with the performance and efficiency gaps between the two engines lessening, the decision to buy a 4-cylinder or V6 may just come down to cost. In models that are available with either type of engine, the 4-cylinder version can run up to $1000 cheaper than the V6. So, regardless of what kind of performance you’re looking to get out of your car, the 4-cylinder will always be the budget buy.

One final note: It’s not a good idea to try to install a V6 engine into a car model that comes with a standard 4-cylinder. Retrofitting a 4-cylinder car to handle a V6 engine could cost more than simply buying a new car.

My reference is http://auto.howstuffworks.com/engine9.htm .

I think this should throw some light to the present discussion b4 SIENA arrives.

Cheers.

While i would thank Midas for the knowledge passed across, I am patiently looking forward to hearing from SIENA, the only acclaimed and award-winning nairaland resident automobile specialist. Siena, pls we need your seal on this matter. Cheers.

Hey, I really did not mean all that.
Anyway, I have sent a contact to you in your yahoo mail.
The guy is presently in SA right now with me but will return back to Nigeria next week.
He works with a software company in VI and I know he could be of help.
Cheers.

Ok, thanks.

I am not sure you would get any car with N500.00 (Five hundred Naira), even Lagos Taxi wont collect that as fare. Please check your figures properly.
Cheers.

Guys, please what do u mean by VIN no?
Is it the same as chasis no?
If no, where do i copy out the vin no?
Thanks.

Midas, a beg can u email me one of your manuals? I wish to upgrade my auto knowledge .I can be contacted on abiodunode@yahoo.com.
Thanks.

Kahif, pls how do i hook up wt u in order to get a copy of those materials. Please holla me on abiodunode@yahoo.com. Thanks.

Itz quite a pity that a nigerian computer science graduate cannot even use an MS Word well. Itz quite a pity. Please i would advise you find a way to remove the "track changes" features used on your CV. I am sure somebody did it for you.
Meanwhile, I would also advise you update your IT knowledge if u really want to pursue a career in this field. The content of your CV would not get u anywhere.May God help our universities, Amen.
It's just an observation, no offence plssss.

Ivvie, thanks. pls can u mail me those docs/manuals u talked about. I really wish to be a DIY mechanic as well. My email is abiodunode@yahoo.com. Thanks.

Siena, where are u? we need u to seal this discussion.

Siena:
Aww, brothers, thanks! Didn't realise my advice was so valued! Always glad to help!

I'm starting a new thread, besides regular servicing of cars, and general repairs / OBD diagnostics, I offer a bespoke service for owners of Audi - Volkswagen - Seat - Skoda cars.

This includes power upgrades, suspension packages, turbo upgrades and engine conversions. I also sell aftermarket accessories, like alloyw wheels, stainless steel exhaust systems, lowered suspension etc.

The thread with my current project, an Audi RS4 B5 Sedan will be documented shortly, with pictures of different stages. I hope it won't annoy Seun though!

Thanks bros.
I always look forward reading your thread.
I cant wait to explore the project you are talking about because I know it will be educative.
Thanks again.

In this scenario, I think you are the best adviser for yourself.
You really need to define what you want in life.
You need to clarify what interests you, this will aid you in making the best career decision.
You need to sit down and visualise where u will like to be in next five or ten years.

Itz just an unortunate situation in this country, where because of unemployment, graduates keep looking for jobs not career. That explains why a Chemical Engineer could be looking for jobs in Banks.

Back to your request, your working as a CCNA guy in a Telecoms company already suggests to me that you are trying to make a career change that is quite different from what you studied in School for about 5 years. You are gradually turning to an IT Professional if i may conclude from afar.
My guy, you need to make up your mind about this career change.

Indeed, it wont be a bad idea if you are offerred an IT position in the bank, meaning you have changed your career path completely. But why not if that is what interests you. The most important thing is that u need to love what u do on a daily basis. Thatz one of the secrets if you need to grow speedily in your career.

As regards your masters program, I wont advise you not to take this job all because of Masters. Afterall, whatz the need in having an MSC and still going back to job market. The truth is u can do a whole lots of masters once u are financially bouyant through some overseas correspondence. And by the way since you have just one more semester, I think there should be a walk-around to this if you explore your options well. Nevertheless, don't ever throw away jobs all becuase of masters program, plsssss.

Please sit back and make a choice.

Rgds,

In this scenario, I think you are the best adviser for yourself.
You really need to define what you want in life.
You need to clarify what interests you, this will aid you in making the best career decision.
U need to sit down and visualise where u will like to be in next five or ten years.

Itz just an unortunate situation in this country, where because of unemployment, graduates keep looking for jobs not career. That explains why a Chemical Engineer could be looking for jobs in Banks.

Back to your request, your working as a CCNA guy in a Telecoms company already suggests to me that you are trying to make a career change that is quite different from what you studied in School for about 5 years. You are gradually turning to an IT Professional if i may conclude from afar.
My guy, you need to make up your mind about this career change.

Indeed, it wont be a bad idea if you are offerred an IT position in the bank, meaning you have changed your career path completely. But why not if that is what interests you. The most important thing is that u need to love what u do on a daily basis. Thatz one of the secrets if you need to grow speedily in your career.

As regards your masters program, I wont advise you not to take this job all because of Masters. Afterall, whatz the need in having an MSC and still going back to job market. The truth is u can do a whole lots of masters once u are financially bouyant through some overseas correspondence. And by the way since you have just one more semester, I think there should be a walk-around to this if you explore your options well. Nevertheless, dont ever throw away jobs all becuase of masters program, plsssss.

Pls sit back and make a choice.

Rgds,

If you wont mind Ikorodu area, call me on 08074995488 or send a mail to abiodunode@yahoo.com.

Is it Auto or Manual Transmission?

Mennnnn, Siena, you are just too much.
I hope i will be this vast in Auto matters one day.
Please can i have your email address or you could send me an email on abiodunode@yahoo.com.
Rgds,

I just dont know the kind of auto guru Siena is.
Mennnn, dat guy sabi cars no be small.
Please can u recommend any site, materials or books for people like us who will like to be like u?
U are a "G" when it comes to cars.
rgds,

Post the price for the whole landers to see, please.
Enough of all these secret bidding, holla.

Thanks a lot Siena for all the info.
I will get back to you later on it.
Best regards,

Thanks for the info.
Pls, do u have an idea about the price of the carsoft VAG tool?
Also, do u mean that I can use that on honda as well?
Pls revert,

I intend working on Honda products.
Meanwhile, is there no tool that could work on any model of cars?
Please revert plssssss.

I can link you up with my dealer.
He will surely get u a good deal as he just landed me with one nice honda ride.
Depending on your choice, he takes him 21 days for cars shipped from US or 3 days for cotonou ride depending on how urgent u want it.
But at any rate, you can speak with him on 07028106944,08027551117 or 08056145372. He is Segun by name, Mine is Biodun.
Rgds,

Have u checked out this thread?
https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-103659.0.html

bolakale1:
i need a nigeria used car too,but a very neat one ,but my budget is between N180,000 ---N200,000

I have a Blue Honda Accord (86 Model) for sale. Call me on 08074995488 or send me an email on abiodunode@yahoo.com.
Brgds.

As an IT Professional, I doubt if i could apply, not to talk of even working, for an IT/Telecoms company without a website, especially at this age.
Having a yahoo email address is enough disgrace for any serious-minded IT/Telecoms company and I wonder which company will give out contracts to such. I rest my case,