HeavenlyBang:
You should be able to replace those parts. Check ebay. Steering wheel trim ES350.

Thank you so much.

Good afternoon,
I have a 2008 Lexus Es350(fantastic car by the way)
I have an issue with it, the steering control peels off as shown in the picture.
Who has an idea of what can be done to it, do I need to change the entire steering ?

teamb:

AS 1st time car owner I was looking for potable and reliable car with low maintenance.

Go for the RX350

My Reasons:
You got 2009 corrola few days ago, because of what happened you are considering the 2012 model year. Except the corrola is Sports with full option in no time you will be bored.

RX on the other hand is a midrange SUV/CUV, better comfort and driving experience though fuel consumption is higher. It has better features and options to play around with.

teamb:
My 2009 corolla .....am a new learning driver.

- fuel economy
- Affordability of spare parts
- Maintenance

What made you go for the 09 corrola in the 1st place with respect to the aforementioned criteria.

Let's start from there.

HeavenlyBang:
Cartalk has gone to shiit. How awful, where are the mods?

The purpose of this thread has been defeated. The mods need take serious measures to curtail these.

Every thread that ought to be insightful has been overtaken by these guys on meaningless fights.

Gone are the days you open car talk and be sure to learn one new thing or the other.

seanfer:


the bolded... I think there is no excuse that his apprentice made mistake. He collected the charged fee and also bought a part 2 times the price and it was fixed wrongly.. What if the Car got burnt that night or help didn't come the OP's way and something else happened to him... I think some Mechanics come here to claim they're the best but when you give them the job they prove they're just internet mechanics... How can you loose a fuel pipe and did not fix it back well.
I went to Gazzuzz's workshop to install O2 spacer and i was surprised when he went under the Car to fix the spacer himself even when there are 3 of this workers there not that he didn't trust their capabilities but first Impression matters alot when you are dealing with a new client.

Yorubas have a saying "when you compare two children, you will kill one with beating"

I was giving that case as maybe a possible reason for what happened, at least if it could give him a place to start his explanation(s).

Buying materials twice the price isn't always my problem, still not getting it right. Most people here always claim OEM this imported that but at the end Kazeem does a better job than most.

I can imagine driving a car to a workshop for you to check only to leave there and I'm stranded not anywhere but 3MB at night.... sigh

Gkemz:
Autologic should come and explain himself. We've heard from one side and to balance the judgement, autologic needs to make his own statement otherwise we'd take his silence as admitting to the accusation.

He (Autologic) was online this morning 8:19am. But has refused to comment here, I wonder why people do business like this. This is purely human error you could appologise for and move on. No one is above mistake.

obamma:


I did not call him again because i don't want him to touch my car again. For me , calling him to complain will be waste of time.

Am only stating it here so that others will learn and be careful.

Like others above said, you should have called him to explain what you are passing through.


In my few years of vehicle ownership and dealings, I've had and seen cases like this with mechanics. He might not be the one coupling the parts, his apprentice or workers might be ones responsible. I always tell Mechanics one thing, what ever your workers do, don't be too busy or too big to cross check even if you were the one who did it, won't cost you anything.

So disheartening to hear you had to pass through this.

I(some other members here) will like to know if you actually contacted autologic and told him all you were passing through after a visit to him.

If you did, what was his response?

Dealers have started crashing car prices, registered cars in Nigeria are now sold at ridiculous prices. Worse than what is often experienced in mid January after detty December lavish spending.

If situation continue like this for 2months, all those people who have lost their jobs will start selling properties to keep Body and soul.

osmeka:
Hello guys, I am shopping for a Toyota Highlander 2008-2009 and I was offered 4 Cylinder model. Is it a better buy compare to 6 Cylinder? I don't know this Model of Highlander comes in 4 Cylinder engine, until I saw this. Will appreciate all advice. Thank you

Depends on what you want in that SUV

3.5l 2GR-Fe
270hp
13l/100km. 18mpg (city)
9.4l/100km. 24mpg(highway)

2.7l. 1AR-Fe
187hp
12l/100km. 20mpg (city)
8.7l/100km. 27mpg (highway)

Do you think the extra 125 Naira spent on fuel per 100km is worth the additional 83hp?

Blackbishop:


That was why I said physical inspection. Most people description does not give true picture of the problem

Mechanics dey try

Especially these online mechanics that try to proffer solutions online. I read some complaints and can't comprehend only to read possible solutions by mechanics then understand what the person was saying initially.

emmaeddie:
Please i use a toyota sienna 2000... I makes this gbim !!! Sound like say rock fall for floor when i change gear to reverse...but other gears work smoothly. This doesn't happen when i start d engine in the morning but as time passes it happens...whats the problem here abeg ? Jus changed the gear and engine to v6 and mileage now is less than 140k...no warning light is showing in dashboard...

Check engine mounts(engine seats)

Don't understand what you meant by changing the engine to a V6, what engine was there before?

bartundey:


Thanks bro,you just help me choose my first car.
As soon l’m done with my driving lesson,l owe you a ride

Ride to a chilling spot

Truth will always prevail

Cosyfaith:


It's a pity Nigerian leaders were priding themselves then saying we were ready for covid-19. Comparing itself to developed countries who are centuries ahead of us. Have they finished handling malaria, polio, hunger, tuberculosis that the rest of the world have long forgotten about?. The only good thing here is that the corrupt leaders can't seek health care services outside the country. They are all in for it. Too bad the poor masses would also bear the brunt of it all.

You took it out of my mouth.
Look at notable men dropping in Kano.
It's not funny but it's amazing

Nigeria isn't ready for this.

A country where malaria still has high mortality rate!

A country where there is dwindling health system.

Just one day of easing lockdown see what we are seeing in lagos!

Shame on our leaders!

bartundey:


Thanks for the detailed explanation..
l will just go for the Sienna 2004/2005 le/ xle ..
Which of the years and trims would you recommend?

Sorry for bothering you..This is my first car and l just want to get it right from the on set.

2005 model year

If it's for transport I wont advice XLE, LE with fabric seats will do.

We are all learning daily, I might need your or another person's expertise in another sphere of life.

bartundey:


In terms of :
Fuel consumption
Maintenance
Durability

Thanks

The avensis wasn't made for American market, a friend got his from Belgium. Internet is your friend then meet people who import from other countries other than us and Canada.

The avensis is smaller when compared to a sienna, all on the average Toyota brands are known for reliability.

Fuel consumption: the avensis saves more fuel but not as powerful as the sienna

Maintenance: the sienna will only require 1 extra liter of oil during oil change.

Durability: this is where there is personal preferences.
When a machine A or engine has a rated output of 80 and maximum output of 100. You as a user pushes it to 90/100 per time

Then machine B haa rated output of 100 and maximum output of 130. Another user pushes it to same 90/100

Which machine would last longer under continuous use?

Machine A is the Avensis while the sienna is the machine B.

For a transport business as you stated, the 1st generation sienna wouldn't pay off in terms of passenger comfort.(back glass)

The avensis verso will be a better alternative IMO.

If you can save up for the latter model of sienna (2003 above) then you are good to go.

duality:


You are right.. I just made this point to my bro, who changed his mind from buying envelope to big daddy.
Although I want him to buy big daddy, but I feel he could get a good 2001 model and clean it up.

I understand he feels he'd be under pressure to change the car too soon if he goes for 2001 model

Tell him not to rush, he should take his time.

I've seen quite a number of first timers in this dilemma who after going for the more recent regret their actions, it always often ends in premium tears.

Always go with trusted mechanic
Don't be too greedy.

magnetic20:
Do you have any for that amount?

No, I don't

DARLINGTON869:
Camry 2005

How much is initial deposit ?

How long are you expected to finish paying off?


To be candid, big daddy is around 1.5/1.6m, HP shouldn't be more than 2.5m

You can go for naija used that is clean and sound, reasoning from business angle, the ease of repayment and short period.

Don't always rely on distress sales to buy a car, with your 400k you can still get a golf 3 at 300k which you can love-vendor to taste (alloys, AC, neat interior etc).

It's sometimes better to buy a solid small car than a big car with wahala considering the funds available

IkpuNnegiEwu44:
Please what could be d likely cause of break making a kprrrrrrrrr noise when pressed fully for an emergency stop and u feel d vibration on the break pedal. Normal tap breaking and non emergency stop doesn't make d noise nor give any vibration feeling

Car is Toyota corolla 2004 model

Check your disk and calipers

ugkk:

mine does same thing, its a 2009 corolla.....................asked my mech about it and he said its could probably a general problem with the spec. he couldn't diagnose the problem

Check your disk well....its often the culprit

ivoryhouse:
Honda Odyssey has better fuel economy, more flexible seating arrangement, lighter on its feet, and its a Honda so you're sure they won't vandalize it. I'd buy it instead of the Sienna.

I can't but agree with you.
I drove and was driven in a 2010 model year... The experience was great

Registered es300/es330 sells for 1-1.3m depending on the number of years used, the condition etc.

With that amount you I'll get a sound one, just don't rush.

valarinz:


That's just about how easy and fast it is to steal the car too

That's why I don't park anywhere,

If I'm not sure where I'm going, opay is my next call.

Promxy94:


The car didn't come with any remote control when it was gotten, so I don't know if it's has the module.

If not would have gotten a remote and follow YouTube instructions to program it myself.

How much did you get yours

Everything cost me 8k
Including buying and workmanship.... Didn't take the guy 30mins, he didn't loose any wiring.
He just got the *follow come* remote, then programmed it.

Funny thing is that he will go to market, luckily buy the exact parts removed from his car(more like paying for the part's redemption)
Sorry for your loss.


This happened to me long time ago, my wheel cover got missing, trying to get replacement I saw the exact one (was engraved). Had to just pay and let go.

Till you get a safe place to always park your car maintain that manual windows.

Promxy94:


Thanks bro it's the le option

How do I go about checking if it has the module

YouTube is your friend as adanny01 stated earlier.

IMO getting the factory type is better than the aftermarket sold around.
Its cheap though.... The one I did for a 05 corrola early last year still functional without any issues.