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Attention ALL prospective vehicle, truck & plant buyers from Nigeria!!!

I have just stumbled on what seems to be a NEW scam, this time it is appearing in UK trade magazines.

I was reading this week's truck trader and came across an advert in the plant section, the prices advertised seemed a bargain, (Remember the old saying, if something seems too good to be true, it most likely is), anyway, i phoned the numbers advertised, waited for answer, got message to hold while i wqs re-directed, then eventualy got answer machine asking for details and numbers + message , ended with undertaking to return call.
    As i do a lot of business in Nigeria and therefore call there very often, i am 99% certain that the lady delivering the message is the same on as i hear regularly when i call MTM Nigeria numbers.

    I used a pre pay mobile phone, imagine my shock & horror when a few minutes later i tried to make another call, only to be told my credit was finished ?

    It turns out that adverts placed via interned are for vehicles & machines that DO NOT EXIST and the number you are calling or the one you are redirected to are overseas / premimum rate numbers, so while you are giving your details and leaving a message, maybe even asking questions in good faith, you are clocking up a huge phone bill at what ever rate the scammer has set for his bogus number.

    The only numbers i am currently aware of are numbers begining with 0844 & 0702, they are layed out and disguised to look like normal UK mobile numbers.

ALL I CAN SAY TO ALL THE HONEST BUYERS IN NIGERIA IS BEWARE!!![/color][/size][/size][/size][/size][/size][/size][/size][/size][/size][/size][/b]

One quick way to get rid of heavy sludge in your engine, run the engine up to operating temperature,
drain the old oil from the engine, change the oil filter.

Now refill the engine with a mixture of new engine oil and parafin (kerosene), recommend 25% oil & 75% parafin.

Fit new oil filter,
Start the engine ===DO NOT REV THE ENGINE=== let it run for about 5 minutes, check that the oil pressure light is NOT lit, if gauge fitted check that some oil pressure is regestering, it does not need to be high and should not do any harm.

If sludging is very heavy you may need to repeat the process.

You should also check what has made the oil sludge in the first place, you may in fact have a cylinder Head gasket problem.

I hope this helps you.

Regards

Iain

Please give me some details and specs and i should be able to provide a competative quote

Regards

Iain

Globalreux

globaltrux@btinternet.com

Hello to all In Nigeria
You may not know it but i'm sure that there are many old vehicles and machines remaining in Nigeria dating back to the old colonial days and earlier.
most will not be aware that there is a lucrative market in the Northern hemisphere for such vehicles and equipment, for example a vintage Steam Roller recently got sold on auction for over £150,000 ( circa NGN 37,500,000 ), i am sure that someone somewhere is aware of the whereabouts of old, vintage cars, trucks and road equipment, if so contact me for a fair market valuation, don't let someone from Europe offer you a fraction of it's true value.
So please get looking in those old sheds and barns that have been abandoned for years, you never know you might just turn up a treasure.

I know that there are vehicles there, for instance on my last trips to Lagos i saw myself an old jaguar car from the 1960'6 , i also saw a Mercedes-Benz 600 pullman, (Ex one of your generals / state presidents), it was lying in a workshop in Appapa for years untouched, that itself is a valuable car and there are probably many like it around the various states.

Find them and i am confident that we can arrange European collectors to buy them at market related prices.
Please do not make the mistake of thinking that every vehicle will be worth a fortune, i am sorry to say, it does not work that way. The value will depend on many factors, such as,

Make
Model
Age
Condition
History
Estimated cost of restoration.

Righthand drive and lefthand drive vehicles are both acceptable

Even vintage tractors have a value.

Please let me know what you have and if possible send me some pictures of the item.

You can contact me through Niaraland r on my alternative email

Cheshireccc@btinternet.com

Cheshire Classic Cars & Commercials.

I look forward to hearing from you

Best Regards

iain McKee

Hi There
i would offer you a bit of different advice to FEMMI2010, forget about converting to LHD in Nigeria, break the van into components and sell them individually you will most likely make more money.
if you convert it to LHD, you will probably wait a while for it to be completed, you will need to pay out more money in the hope of getting it back, the price you ultimately get will depend on the quality of the conversion carried out.

In any case the buyer will know that it is a conversion and as such will try to knock down your price.

looking at the condition of many vehicles in Nigeria i would say that there is a bouyant market for parts, engine, gearbox, axles, body panels, ecu's etc.

think first before parting with more money.

regards

iain

It seems that christmas has come early for anyone looking at replacing thier truck.
    We have just got notification of a fleet of vehicles from a major UK company, even better news is that there is a sizeable quantity available +- 40 units (Enough to go round), and it gets better ! the price is right. priced from £6000 ( Righthand Drive Configuration) delivered to UK Port.
    Quotations available for converting to LHD on request, alternatively, quote available for "conversion Kit" for those who want to convert themselves in thier own country.

    AS you can see from the attached pictures, these are clean late model trucks, all have been on contract maintenance from the manufacturer (This means, whatever the truck needed it got done.
   Anyone requireing more info are welcome to contact me and i will be only too pleased to assist.

    You are welcome to contact me, either through this forum,
                                                                 direct by email globaltrux@btinternet.com
                                                                 By Phone +447920516109

    I am Looking forward to hearing from you and to being of service.

    Best Regards

    Iain[font=Lucida Sans Unicode][b][/b][/font]

I see a lot of trucks for sale on this forum, some good, some bad, some very old and most expensive for what they are.
    So if you are a proffesional transporter or a serious buyer and you require quality late model european LHD trucks contact me with your requirements and Budget and i will try my best to fulfill your needs.
    have a look at the sample picture attached, these are a small example of what we have available for immediate delivery.
    We can supply any number of vehicles including.

MERCEDES
MAN
ERF
SCANIA
DAF
VOLVO
RENAULT
IVECO

Please contact:

Iain

britconsult@aol.com
globaltrux@btinternet.com.

Hello All
As a vehicle converter based in UK i am amazed to see this thread just continues on and on.

For all those interested in the conversion business, i would like to add the following information to the forum,

1) Most of you are correct from an engineering perspective, European vehicles (Not only cars) are much easier to convert than Japanese or Korean vehicles.

2) Parts are easier to get hold of for European vehicles.

3) RHD Cars are considerably cheaper to buy than LHD cars.

The down side of this is that currently the russian / Polish market are buying a lot of RHD cars out of UK, transporting ? driving them to their own country, buying used LHD parts and converting the vehicles, some are for domestic consumption and some are for re-export to Africa, very few find there way back into europe as the would have problems in complying with EU standards.

As a result of this upswing in the Russian / Polish market, the price of good used LHD parts is on the increase.
We have researched the market and a kit for a quality conversion (Including Headlamps) is now on average between £800 and £1200 (Depending on make & model). Therefore the end cost of your vehicle in Nigeria is also getting more expensive.
My advice to anyone considering this operation should consider the following before purchasing any vehicle.

Automatics are easier to do than manual gearboxes (A general rule)
Manual windows are easier than electrics
The steering rack can be inverted on some vehicles, a universal rack can be purchased (depending on where rack is mounted)
Do you want Lights that dip in the right direction ? if so remember the fancier the car the more expensive the lights.
Rear wheel drive cars are normally easier to convert than front wheel drive vehicles
In-Line engined vehicles are easier to convert than Transverse engined cars.
Vehicles with Simetrical Centre consuls require less parts than vehicles with "Wrap Around" dash
Beware of vehicles with fully electric seats, wiring looms are difficult to re-position.
Always remember, if anything goes wrong with the vehicle in Nigeria, you could have difficulty in getting parts because the VIN number will no longer relate to a lot of parts on your car, this often gives suppliers / repairers the opportunity and excuse to overcharge.
The safest bet is to keep your car as simple as possible as possible with as few gadgets, bells and whistles.

You must also consider the saving on the purchase price versus the risks you are taking.
An original LHD vehicle is almost instant, choose your car, pay for it, ship it, clear it and enjoy it.

A converted vehicle is a protracted exercise, choose the car, buy it, pay a sizable deposit to the conveter, wait for completion (You may or may not be satisfied), ultimately pay the balance or loose everything paid so far (Or Go legal ), ship your car, clear it and pray that you don't have any problems (Particularly flashing lights and fault codes)

In Closing gentlemen, all i can say is think long and hard before you embark on this journey.

If anyone requires assistance in sourcing original LHD cars, please supply us with your wish list and budget and we might just be able to surprise you with the car you want.

Alternatively for all you "BRAVE" men out there we have always got a range of cheap RHD cars in stock for immediate delivery, let us know your requirements, we can also source conversion kits from Europe (European cars only please)

We specialise in converting trucks as our main business.

In closing please remember it normally costs the same to convert a 10 year old vehicle as it does a 2 year old vehicle, it takes the same amount of labour and the parts cost about the same.


best regards to all

Iain
you can email me at globaltrux@btinternet.com

Gentlemen, This thread could go on for ever & ever. Weighing up the pro's & con's ofthis subject is extremely difficult.
I think one of the important factors to considwe prior to buying a car for conversion is, european cars Merc / BMw / Landrover etc are all made predominantly for the lefthand arket (the exception being RHD 3 series BMW, c Class Merc & VW golf, these are all built in South Africa exclusively for the RHD markets). As the European built cars are as i said designed for the LHD market, the body pressings normaly come with cutout s for the components passing through the front bulkhead, therfore conversion is made easier.
The Japanese, Korean & cars are built specifically for either the RHD or LHD markets and as such are much harder to convert due to the fact that the front bulkheads are not normaly punched for the purpose of conversion.

The most attractive factor regarding UK RHD cars for most people (Not only Nigerians) is the purchase price, they are the cheapest (Comparing apples with Apples), probably the lowest mileage as well as most likely the best maintained, so if someone wants to buy a good value used car from a RHD country and convert it, so what ! as long as the buyer is happy, he understands the specification he / she requires and the quality they can expect / accept for the money they are willing to pay, then let them be happy.

One aspect of this debate that has not been raised is "Final " landed / cleared price in Nigeria.
If you buy a LHD car and export it to Nigeria, you must pay the full duty applicable on the invoice value, if you buy a RHD car and get an invoice for the car only, then you will only pay the duties relivant to that invoice value, if the cost of conversion is invoiced seperately, you would not necessarily pat duty on that amount ??

We convert Trucks, busses & vans to LHD here in the uk (With very few problems), in fact we convert and export to other parts of europe to european MOT standaeds. I have stated previously on this forum, we would be willing to consider certain cars as an experiment if someone is willing to take the chance, gcontact us and let us discuss the matter.

Regards

Iain McKee globaltrucks@btinternet.com

Thanks for enquiry, it would help if you could give me a bit more info.
For example do you want an uderlift type wrecker or a twin boom type ?
What make of truck do you prefer, Mercedes, MAN, Scania, DAF ??
Do you need extra winches ? if so what tonnage ??
Is this truck foe emergency work or for daily operation ??
If it is a standbye unit you might like to look at an older ex army type vehicle.

I know of a number of vehicles available, however your budget migh be a bit low to get a modern reliable unit.

Best regards

Iain

This one is for the "Big Boys" in the transport industry !!

It is a Giant
It is 540 Horsepower
It is NEW
It is available now
It is rated at arount 180 tons gross combination weight
It is ideal for all those big jobs in the oil industry

It is priced to sell
Serious buyers can contact Iain By Phone +44 7920516109
By Email britconsult@aol.com
globaltrucks@btinternet.com

Hello All:  I have just returned from a great trip to Nigeria, as usual i was welcomed and greeted by many new and existing customers.
        I had a great trip and the sales were fantastic, i sold a total of 16 trucks, 5 trailers and loads of spares and equipment.
        I am still getting calls  with serious enquiries. just to let you know the update of themarket here in UK, the stock availability is getting less, there are a couple of reasons for this, firstly we are approaching the busy run up to christmas, in the UK every truck that can be used is used. Other factors controling the market is emerging markets, Ghana, Iraq & Libya all of these are starting to build up thier requirement for vehicles, as a result stocks are getting less and prices are rising, this is also the case in mainland Europe. The strengthining of the Euro against the pound, makes the European market vehicles even more expensive than UK trucks.
        As i have stated before ALL our trucks are converted from RHD to LHD, this is done to the highest quality (No Shortcuts), as a result of growing demand both here and in Europe we may experience a shortage of suitable components for our conversions, currently we have sufficient parts available for at least twenty trucks.               
        So any buyers hanging back should maybe think about placing orders for vehicles now so that they can gaurentee availability for after the christmas period (Shipping space will also be at a premium).
    Attached below are a few examples of vehicles available and some that have already arrived in Nigeria.

Don't delay contact Iain +44 (0)7920516109
britconsult@aol.com
globaltrucks@btinternet.com

I look forward to being of service to you in the near future

Best Regards

iain

HHello: Thanks for the thread, i ambusy with sourcing in europe for a constant supply of suitable components.
My findings are leading me to believe that we will be beter off sticking to european brand vehicles mostly , we are also able to look at Japanese vehicles but not Chinese or Korean vehicles (There are too few to use as Donor vehicles in europe.

Our Typical basket of parts (Conversion Kit) will consist of the following :-

A) Dash
B) Steering Rack
c) Pedal Box (manual Cars) + Brake servo & master Cylinder (Where Required)
d) Wiper Mechanism
E) Headlamps
F) Door Cards & Switches (For cars with switch Panels built into Door)
G) Righthand Sliding door & Mechanism (Van Conversions)

This is a basic conversion kit, it may differ from vehicle to vehicle, and of course it depends on the specifications and personal standards of the customer, HOWEVER WE WILL NOT COMPROMISE ON ANY SAFETY ITEMS EG BRAKES ? STEERING ETC. Anyone who asks for it will be refused, so please do not ask.!

The ndication of cost at this stage is anywhere between £850 - £1,000 (Delvered to us in UK)

Our experience on labour for this type of work shows us that the average time to complete the conversion, service , adjustment & test of the vehicle is between 35 - 40 man hours. ( A truck is between 65 - 100 Man hours depending on truck)

Our retail labour charge is £30 per hour (based on one of jobs), discount would be negotiated on multiple orders , the work could also be VAT EXEMPT (ONLY IF THE VEHICLE IS GOING DIRECT ABROAD & WE GET A COPY OF A CLEAN BILL OF LADING FROM SHIPPING AGENT, We would then refund all VAT)

I hope this helps, i will be in Lagos from 19/09/2009 untill 09/10/2009, anyone wishing to see me can make an appointment by emailing me on the following addresses britconsult@aol.com
globaltrucks@btinternet.com

I look forward to hearing from you or meeting with you soon

Regards

Iain

Hello to all: Here is a bit of an update for those interested in the above subject:

We have done some initial groundwork into these conversions on light commercials and have come up with the following numbers:-

Average cost of quality used parts for like for like models from Europe £850/ £1000
depending on Make / Model / Year (Averaged and based on 1 vehicle, discounts can be discussed for quantity)

Labour charges in UK , average 40 hours per vehicle @ retail Rate of £30 per hour. = £1,200.00

You need to add to this the cost of your vehicle (either supplied by yourself or us)
If supplied by you, you need to add cost for delivery to us in Northwest England (CW9 Postcode)

I hope this is of assistance to everyone looking for this type of service.

Just remember, this modification will be done to the highest standards possible (Not an under the motorway shed type of modification.
All onboard computer perameters will be reset where necessary.

All van conversions will be fitted with sliding doors to both sides of the van.

If you require anything further you can contact me By email globaltrucks@btinternet.com
By Phone +44 (0) 7920516109

Best Regards

Iain

P.S I have seen the Nija quotes of 250,000 NGN, i have also seen the job for 250,000 NGN, don't want to say much more.
Perhaps only to say that i think the importation of RHD vehicles into Nigeria will be very short term, alternatively the line of people putting thier hands on your money to get them in can only get longer, as well as long delays for getting the parts to do a quality job on late model vehicles, not to mention the problems in getting these out of the port as well.

Hello All
After many enquiries and applications, we have decided to extend our range of services to include converting light commercials to LHD, we will initialy concentrade on VW Lt series vans as well as Mercedes-Benz Sprinters, these two vehicles are an ideal replacement for the old VW busses running in Nigeria, once converted to LHD you can import them, fit windows & seats locally and you are in business.
Anybody who wants to have one of these conversions done can contact us by email globaltrucks@btinternet.com or by phone +44(0)7920516109 and we will discuss your individual requirements.

This service may be of specific interest to an already established motor dealer in Nigeria who is looking for a stratigic partner in the UK for sourcing & converting these vans, obviously the more we do the cheaper the cost will be.

regards

Iain

Hi There
I am sure we could help you with a transit conversion, you can contact me on 07920516109

if you are serious you will need to supply us with full information of the vehicle as well as a substantial deposit. We will supply you with a customised contract, stating timeframe, stage payments and penalties due by us for late delivery.

Conntact me if you require anything further

globaltrucks@btinternet.com

Best Regards

Iain

To all in Niaraland,buying thier vehicles in the UK,
save yourself a lot of headache, pain and extra costs with conversion to your trucks, busses & light commercials, have them done in England prior to shipping, it makes sense if you think about it seriously.

Where in Nigeria are you going to get the parts required for the conversion, very few (if any) will have them available, this equates to a truck standing in Nigeria, that has been paid for (if financed cosyting interest @ +205 per annum), you can't use it as a RHD, you have paid the customs duties for it (if Not it will be racking up penalties).
if you have it done in the Uk and pay seperately in sterling, you will only pay the duty on the truck invoice.
So, if you are interested you can contact me either by email globaltrucks@btinternet.com or on +44(0)7920516109

Bear in mind that it is realistic to realise that it will cost virtualy the same amount to convert a three year old truck as it will a ten year old truck.
The current costs can Vary from £3500 to £7500 depending on the type of truck and the level of conversion required.

Please see the attached pictures of trucks we have completed, for example these late model trucks would cost you (Purchase price, conversion and sea freight to Lagos)

4,500,000 Million - 5,000,000 Naira

If you are still looking and need a top quality truck in LHD from the UK give me a call
I have posted a couple of samples of trucks already made into LHD and available for shipping NOW

If you have any interest you can call iain on +44(0)7920516109 or email globaltrucks@btinternet.com
or email britconsult@aol.com

Hello All:  There seems to be an ever increasing number of posts for conversion, we are based in Northwest england and have quite a number of years experience converting trucks.
   We might be persuaded tio try a few light commercials or mini busses (Purely as a test) as we have no idea of costs at this stage, so anyone who has a requirement for conversion prir to shipping can contact us either through this forum or by direct email (Addresses below)
    Please supply as much information as possible Make, Model, Year and Vin number this will assist with sourcing the correct parts.

PLEASE NOTE WE WILL ONLY DO WORK FOR CUSTOMERS WHO HAVE PROOF OF PURCHASE ON THIER VEHICLES !!!

Email Iain  on globaltrucks@btinternet.com

Regards

Iain

Hi: Recieved your email, unfortunately i don't have anything in nigerie at present, nor in your price range.
If anything comes up i will send you details

Thanks for your enquiry

Iain

You can contact me from Tuesday 09:30 am onwards +44 (0)7920516109
We can perhaps also meet your needs by supplying RHD trucks from stock or trucks that have already been converter.
Please bear in mind that the price to convert an old truck is the same as a newer model (Sometimes More, depending on price & avaiablity of parts), a price range for this conversion (To the highest standard) ranges between £3,500 - £7,500, (deoending on model and whether or not major components like steering box can be used or if good used boxis available)

I have attached a couble of pictures of vehicles already done, have a look. Feel free to post your comments

No email received, please try 1) britconsult@aol.com
2) globaltrucks@btinternet.com

both these are working ok, i got an email from nairaland regarding your reply posting.

Regards

Iain

sent email to you, have a look and let me know if you are interested

Iain

Thanx for offer, i will bear it in mind.
Please email me some indicative costs for forwarding & clearing we are also considering exporting to Ghanna

britconsult@aol.com
globaltrucks@btinternet.com

Sorry, don;t do cars, too much hassle, too much cost

You probably are aware that Mack Trucks is owned by Renault, if you want to consider a Renault truck around 2004 model you can contact me by email for a quote britconsult@aol.com or globaltrucks@btinternet.com

Cheers - iain

I assume your truck is in Lagos already, if so i can recomend the following company
they have been involved with LHD conversion vehicles since 2001


Hamacoloyd Ltd.
Ebute-Metta
Contact Tony Jaiysimi
Tel 08033674771

If your vechicle is still in the UK, you can contact us on +447920516109
We too have been converting trucks to LHD for the nigerian market since 2001

I Hope this helps

Iain

This is an example of the trucks we are trying to sell to the Nigerian market, we think they are top quality and reasonably priced,
we'll let you tell us!.
Your comments, enquiries and feedback are most welcome.

For this 2004 Model MAN Tractor unit, delivered to Lagos Port (Not Cleared) 4,500,000 Naira

Good Morning to All
We are planning a visit to ngeria during September 2009, we are likely to spend most of the visit in Lagos.
Anyone interested in meeting with me to discuss your requirements for top quality Used trucks, trailers, tankers, Busses, or Construction Plant are most welcome to email me and i will set up a time to meet with you.

We are one of the UK's foremost truck exporters and we pride ourselves on the fact that we can tailor make your requirements to suit your specifications or budget.

Our services include, supply of RHD or LHD vehicles, chassis modifications, suspension modifications, painting and manufacture of purpose built bodies.

To make an appointment please email either of the addresses listed below.

britconsult@aol.com
or
globaltrucks@btinternet.com

I look forward to hearing from you in the near future

iain McKee

WE HAVE A NUMBER OF QUALITY PETROL TANKER TRAILERS AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY (Subject to earlier sale)
THEY ARE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION

MAKE                                  CRANE FREUHAUF
YEAR                                   1999/2000
CONDITION                         EXCELLENT
COLOUR                              WHITE
CAPACITY                            41,400 LITRES
COMPARTMENTS                  6
DISCHARGE PUMPS             YES
DISCHARGE METERS            SOME
LOADING                              TOP AND/OR BOTTOM LOADING POSSIBLE

LOCATION                            CURRENTLY IN UK
DELIVERY                             TO UK PORT 9Can assist with shipping arrangements @ buyers cost)

PRICE                                   ON APPLICATION BY SERIOUS BUYERS, CONTACT IAIN BY EMAIL  1) britconsult@aol.com or
                                                                                                                                                  2) globaltrucks@btinternet.com

Mercedes-Benz AXOR 1840 TRACTOR HEADS FOR SALE.

YEAR OF MANUFACTURE          2002
COLOUR                                  WHITE
CABIN                                      SLEEPER
STEERING                                LETHAND DRIVE
CONDITION                             EXCELENT
AVAILABILITY                           IMMEDIATE
LOCATION  EXCELLENT                      CURRENTLY IN UK
DELIVERY                                 TO UK PORT (Can assist with arranging shipping at buyers cost)

ASKING PRICE                          SERIOUS BUYERS CONTACT IAIN BY EMAIL   1) britconsult@aol.com. 2)  globaltrucks@btinternet.com