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In need of a companion pet that requires very low cost maintenance and gives a high level of fun, craves your attention and keeps you quite interested in return? definitely an African grey parrot will be a good choice and a young, female, home trained and cared for parrot like this will be excellent.

Brief facts:
1. The African Gray Parrot is deemed one of the most intelligent birds and, in contrast with other parrots so much that its cognitive development is similar to that of highly intelligent animals like chimpanzees, dolphins and even a 9 year old child.

2. These species have the uncanny ability to learn and reproduce human speech as well as make mental connections between words and their meanings, express certain preferences and even apply concepts such as color, shape and number.

3. My Parrot has been fed grains (Maize), groundnut, sugarcane and can also feed on fresh fruits and vegetables.

I got her a couple of months ago but I'll be traveling in 2 weeks and won't be around to cater and play with her. Coming with this deal are two iron cages for indoor, transfer and outdoor purposes worth well over N8000 as a bonus.

I'm located in kaduna but I'll be on my way through lagos within the above stated period.

Pictures coming in shortly

Thanks

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eliascomm55:
Clean phone and factory unlocked with its original box without any accessories.

Price: #78k
Contact: 08036430500

Can some cash be added with an iPhone 5?

cityhood:
Still avail

For serious buyer

Swap option available with some cash? I'm in kd too

Which one of the two Oga?

90 billion dollars?! Bill gates sef no reach and here you say diezani is returning it?

Very poor attempt

barcaboi:
I advertised few weeks ago about lhasa apso for sale. its ready for pick up. ....buzz me

How much?

I hope all the screens and cameras won't suck up the battery in a jiffy.

Siena:
[color=Blue]Please tell me your Bodyshop guy is going to remove the hood badge, and the windshield washer jets, before it goes in for paint??

Are you having the whole car painted?[/color]

Definitely, he going to take them off and I also plan to change the current logo to a standard one.

I'm repainting the hood alone. I have little trust in nigerian painters and as a result I don't expect a job that'll be miuch different from what I have.

Headlamps, pointers, spoilers, horn, Kickstarter, instrument cluster light have been procured and replaced. I couldn't get the AC vent though.

Electrically all lights come on but I'm awaiting the reverse switch and fuel gauge indicator on the dash.

Headlamps & pointers
Spoiler
Gear bushings

6. Bad hind suspension system:

After opening up the tyres, both rear suspensions were looking good but the problem rested with the propeller. The tech loosened it up & we got this: It was replaced asap[/quote]

Updates!

Due to work and lots of travels, I have not been on ground to take pictures and provide updates on the project.

My absence has taken a huge toll on the project's progress. Until we are pushed, a lot of we humans do not do the needful. Well after storming the workshop yesterday and insisting that the car be coupled back as I'm taking it away that same hour, I got some dedicated timelines for completion.

Here are updates as at yesterday 26th Sept.


- Badly cracked windshield

- Twisted hood: Hood was removed, beaten and smoothed. It'll be repainted today

- Bad gear selector- We discovered it's okay but an important clip is missing. The one that holds a joint of 3 levers together. The gear bushing was also bad. A replacement will be sought, picture included.

3. Fuel pump totalled: Replaced!

4. Faulty Wipers: The wiper was still good. It was only clogged with dirt. It was promptly cleaned and it's back to super condition.

5. Ugly door panels: Both doors go for 18 large so I had to improvise. Matter of fact, the panels are okay except for a new lining wrapped around the textile and ribbit in an ugly way. Fortunately I've got some red vinyl provided by the seller. The ugly lining will be replaced to give a black and red interior. I hope it comes out nice though.

Siena:
[color=Blue]I admire restoration projects, but...

...personally, I feel this E36 is too far gone. That boot lid does not need welding, it needs replacement, way too much rust. The same goes for the hood - there was a ton of filler to begin with, there's going to be loads more.

The finish of the paintwork suggests it's been painted in the past, and badly too. More filler in the doors and fenders. Then add the longest g list of other items that require attention, and you have a car that's ripe for a part-out.

I could understand if this was a desirable or rare model, or even a high-spec car. But it's not. It's a base model E36 Beemer, the E36 was not a particularly successful model, and yes, that includes the M3. Admittedly, the iconic E30 was a hard act to follow.

The only way this will be even remotely worth saving, would be if parts were replaced, and this was a ground up restoration to factory, as new condition. Cut corners, or fix this up on the cheap, and you end up with a car that is mediocre and sub-standard, making you ask yourself the age-old question at the end:

Was it worth it? Especially when you see mint examples around, with others for sale for less than yours cost you.

Another aspect that caught my attention - 4 days turnaround? Really? I'm a certified automotive tech, with a fully-equipped workshop at my disposal, and I can assure you the bodywork alone (even just the visibly damaged areas) will take the best part of 2 weeks or more. The whole project (going by your list)? Estimate 5-7 weeks, unless you're just "papering over the cracks". Because one thing that the E36 was notorious for was rust, and as work progresses, more will be found. Boot lid, rear arches, lower doors, front , leading edge of bonnet, sill panels being prime areas of rot.

I'm not trying to put you off, just letting you know what you're up against. I tell it like it is.

Good luck![/color]

Thanks sir for your lucid post. I had an idea of what I'm against full time and your post has done more to justify that thought.

This car was acquired not for the purpose of a daily runner or special classic, it's a ride I intend to take out occasionally when off work or on weekends. It's not an ace and definitely it will be replaced in the near future so I don't intend sinking heavy capital into it. In the end, I still think it'll be worth the thrill I desired.

Yes, four days was totally off mark but the estimation was made based on the manpower dedicated to its repairs. It's 2 weeks gone already but there's light at the end of the tunnel already.

Once again, thanks for registering your thoughts. They are appreciated

Originalsly:
And you said you have only a cetain amount of cash to spend for now? Bro...to restore this ride is for people drowning in cash.i suggest you write this one off as a bad buy....keep it as a source for spares...and save to buy another but tok. You have no idea what it takes to maintain a BMW....much less to restore one that been so messed up by owner and mechanics. And your guy that forgot or didn't know to lock the hood.... God be with you if he is the one that knows more about cars...or you took him along for his pushing muscles? Whatever....this would be interesting....very interesting.

Thanks for taking out one to view this thread. Considering how far I've gone with this I'll say it's a little too late to go back. Having owned the same model previously I have at least the slightest idea of how to manage this one. My companion was a driver too, just. Seat back and do check on the thread from time to time.

Thanks

Exponental:
Op..... I think you love the adventure (attached to the car) much more than the car itself. Happy adventuring!

Thanks boss

Coldplay007:
I think you should join the BMW whatsapp group they will help you out.
Write your number on the BMW thread or send a PM to yungboss.

Thanks Coldplay, I already joined like Jan this year but switched numbers. I'll link up again

chukel:
I sincerely hope u bought this ride nothing more than 50k

Lol, actually more than that. But everything's on a budget though

Work started the very same day car rolled in.

1. Hood removed and straightened.
2. The electrical works are being looked into as we speak

Now a project without a vision is dead on arrival, this picture below is what I'm working towards with this baby. I'm considering changing the colour to white but I'm against changing the base colour of the car. No doubt though, after some panel beating work done, some painting is definitely required.

The project is estimated to take just about 4 days but there's being some sort of delay. Technicians and the weather all have a part to play in that.

Now my posts are going through, more pictures

1. Battered bonnet
2. Slick tired
3. General front view

Sorry I've not given progress reports. I've tried posting the past coup,e days but the posts don't come through, network maybe.
Rainfall has been a strong factor of delay as we've had rainfall everyday since I got back. Woke has also not enabled me take pictures as I'ld love to but I'll share nonetheless.

First some pictures on some needed changes

1. Cracked windshield (to be replaced)
2. Boot trunk lock (welded already)

Okay, so I'm finally in Kaduna. I headed straight to the mechanic's workshop to drop her. I've suffered enough embarassment from Japanese cars and drivers on my way and I can't wait to tune this baby up. Right from the get go, I had a budget set up. I'm not prepared to spend beyond a certain amount on her, at least for the time being.

I ran a quick assessment of the repairs to be carried out to bring her to normal driving conditions. Please note that this assessment was carried out before actual purchase of vehicle but a myriad of issues developed on the way. First, the faults in no particular order

1. After asking a partner to help check the car 'statistics' before take off, he checked but forgot to lock in the bonnet. As soon as we got on the freeway, next thing was the bonnet flipping back on high speed and smashing into the windshield-

- Badly cracked windshield
- Twisted hood

2. Still enroute, gear selector fell out and car won't disengage from Gear 4. Pushed on until we arrived at a narrow, rough hilly part of the road and had to work some DIY magic

- Bad gear selector

3. Fuel pump totalled due to some kangaroo work done earlier
4. Faulty Wipers: this particularly made me suffer
5. Ugly door panels
6. Bad hind suspension system , vibrates loudly around 80 km/h
7. Noisy and bad clutch release bearings
8. Headlamps and pointers are out
9. Broken AC vents
10. Screwed stereo: Needs manual support to work
11. Slick tires
12. Bad fuel guage (made me sleep overnight in a unknown village)
13. No reverse light
14. No horn
15. Engine in desperate need of servicing
16. Leaking Silencer (I couldnt hear myself think with this)
17. No handbrakes
18. Kick starter went kaput (I pushed like hell in traffic jams)
19. Instrument cluster won't light up
20. Rusty trunk lock
21. Trunk light missing
22. Tail lights wont just come on


Thats all I can remember now.

Disclaimer: This post is not to discredit the seller in any way. He was as honest as canbe with this deal. He was also quite hospitable and offerred me a good price.

Pictures will be posted accordingly

At last, I get to do this. I have always been a fan of BMW expecially the e36 series. Why? Apart from being a design that enjoyed high commercial success spanning over 9 years, it was its success that the next model e46 rode on.

Despite having used a 1993 BMW 318i saloon as my first 'bought' car which I still own, I always had the hots for the coupe version. I always gawk when I see one and hoped for it but as a struggling young bobo, the money to get a foreign used one wasn't there, expecially as I had some other cars to maintain so I was out for a cheap alternative, possibly a clean Nigerian used example that wont break the bank.

Try hard as it may, this particular model design has been difficult to come by. First as Nigerians do not take to BMW as a real favourite and then how many Nigerians actually fall in the category of using a coupe? Well, I searched Olx, Nairaland, efritin etc and even roamed the street before bumping on this.

https://www.nairaland.com/2543677/sold-bmw-coupe-e36-99

I weighed my options and eventually opted for it. I must state that I have gone through quite an experience to get this as I had to fly down and then drive this car all the way form Uyo to Kaduna. No be small matter. The journey took me 3 full days, juggling unknown villages, getting heavy grease stains, lots of pushing and spending nights on the roadside; something I've never had cause to do nor ever want to try again. The car broke down 4 good times enroute and had a minor incident along the way. Gladly though, I made to Kaduna 8:30am this morning after riding on 80km/hr for 636km.

Attached are some pictures for reference

1. My Sedan e36 back
2. Sedan 36 front
2. The coupe after collection
3. The coupe enroute at the filling station


Let the story begin...

StealthIdeals:
I was recently employed in a farm as an assistant manager. I studied animal production and health. The manager studied political science. Since the resumption at the farm, I direct all activities ranging from feed formulation in the feedmill, animal treatments and handling, biosecurity measure, arable farming etc. The management hold meetings with me alone concerning farm reports, feed managements, sales and anything that concerns the farm's progress. They specifically hired me 'cause animal farming is my fi
eld. Note that I'm an expert in animal production and health, agronomy, and agricultural economics. So, I see myself as the manager, cause the only thing the manager does is withdrawing money in the banks to procure farm inputs as a result of decisions reached by me and the management. The manager is using official car, but I'm using nothing. I have no problem with him using the car, but I see it as an insult on my person. Should I protest?

I believe you were provided with the terms and conditions of employment before taking up the job role. Do your bit for a year or so before pressing for demands

First, based on personal obervations, Uk and Switzerland have some of the cleanest yet most expensive cars from Europe. The exchange rates and shipping costs do not help matters either.

The conversion is another ball game altogether. You will be lucky to get a mechanic that can convert recent models flawlessly. Even if that is done, reselling converted naija used cars can deter buyers who will believe there must be something wrong somewhere. Conversion in UK is pocket tearing too.

magicminister:
I started using iphone this year after my old phone got missing.
It set me 190k back and I hated it the first few weeks but after a while, I got to love it.

Iphone never freezes like android or bb
You can acess the camera from the lock screen without having to unlock the phone
Iphone camera can snap like 100 pics or even more in 30 seconds.
The deleted pictures are stored in a special fplder for 40 days.
The finger print unlock system is very on point.
The games and app collection on the app store is topway better than that of android or bb.
The icloud storage guarantees unlimited storage capacity.
I love music so I get them easily ffrom the itunes...
I can have a discussion with siri...loool.....
The battery lasts if you use it just for calls and texts

I didnt jailbreak my iphone and I pay for most of my apps and im loving it.

Downside of iphone:
You cannot enjoy it without Internet....
I also own a samsung galaxy note and I love the stylus which lets me draw and shiitt.. but iphone dont got that.


I have tasted all worlds... android, ios, bb, and even lumia and I gotta say that ios trumps all others but I still got massive love for android devices. The rest na scrap....

Plus, I dont think any adult would think owning an iphone is a big deal. It does not provide any bragging right and shiiitt... ... only people with poverty mentality would show off with an iphone....

How did I forget, battery life is outstanding it just for texts but heavy browsing and wifi connection can take me a whole day. And I love the way it syncs all my notes, contacts, messages, mails etc across all IOS devices.
It's awesome

The day I was converted to an IPhone from Android was when I ran a particular game on my Htc same time with my cousin who uses an IPhone 4. The difference in gameplay was stunning I just had to switch. Today I have over 5 Apple products.

For brevity's sake, I will just list some of the features that makes me still to an IPhone 5 till date.

1. Screen: is simply stunning. Gorilla glass that is scratch resistant and displays vivid colours. Other phones that display same are quite few.

2. Compact size: why lug a 5" slate around when a 4" will do just fine and still packs enough features. It even makes the resolution better. This I have compared with note4 and Samsung Galxy S5 screens.

3. The processor handles anything. Fluid performance. Simply!

4. Apps? Enough! There are hardly any very interesting game on Android that's not present on Apple, IMHO though but I'm open to correction

5. Ease of use: ever wondered how Apple phones get to thrive with just one button? While Android still packs 3 till date.the gesture options are just more than enough and you get by anything easily.

6. Compatibility: I use Xender apps, use Vlc to download movies and music online: free.


Lastly, it's timeless, the same hardware design has been held for over 10 years, no need to upgrade each and every time, sell and resell, just upgrade software and you are good to go.

I'll stop here for now. Thanks
Jailbreaking is quite unnecessary if you really want to enjoy your iPhone

I have heard of a Toyota Siena engine swap with a Murano before but please do confirm you have a good mechanic so you dont throw your hard earned cash down a sinkhole

Oga Cityhood! From N420k to N650k. How come it's appreciating? Have any new fixes been done? And why isn't the owner uploading recent pictures? I'm interested but that price should be highly negotiable based on the fact that it's a third hand car.

https://www.nairaland.com/2337451/nigerian-used-bmw-coja-coup#34101605

kenedy175:
Please, how do you guys know it's a viper

That's a diamond bark Gaboon viper. It's the snake with the longest fangs in west africa. One solid bite from this creature and the tight knot of your mama's wrapper around your leg won't stop the venom from flowing through.

I stay in a single room apartment in a terrace style building. All flats are on the ground and I will definitely have neighbors passing in front of my flat time and time again. I will love to get a dog and made my search but I have found it difficult getting one with these particular needed qualities.

1. No excessive barking: this automatically chalks out Alsatians and rots from my list. The noise will not only drive me crazy but drive me out of the house when neighbours complain

2. Clean enough to stay indoors when I'm around. I could always have it potty trained and doing its poops during morning jogs

3. Not destructive: yes, very key. I don't want to be in the room and it's busy tearing up the sofa in the living room.

4. Doesn't require high level of maintenance: I thought of a Terrier but it's long fur can be a turnoff, I amy not have enough time to give it a bath twice and week, with all the oiling and stuff

5. Likes to cuddle and play around the house: a wonderful companion dog in short.

I came up with two options, a cane corso( I hate the appearance of the Neapolitan) but these dogs can get so big in the near future, a Terrier but for the reason mentioned in No. 4 above.

I will need some suggestions house. Thanks

lrguru:
Of all the babes i have fvcked, from lagos babes to abuja babes, kaduna babes, benue babes, ekiti babes, edo babes, delta, anambra, abia, imo, porthacourt and other places, owerri babes from imo state are the best. They always leave a lasting impression. An owerri babe came to spend 3-days with me and we used up 18-piece of condom, cos she fvcks alot and i give her too however she wants it. She screams like wow.... Whirns her waist wella 'oo-la-la'. Ekiti babes pretend alot, tell u they are special and not loose, but u still end up fvckin them and they beg u not to tell anyone so they wont call them loosed girl (WTF), edo babes always have big nyash and fvcks real good too, and make u promise never to leave them, meanwhile they cheat on u. Benue girls always have wide pussy and extra large breeeast, the boast they can handle any man, but flees when they know u pass tthem. Hausa babes always pretend to be holy and they love se.x, they never show emotion while been fvcked and u wonder if they are still alive. Port hacourt babes acts like they are champions, but they are all doomed. Calabar babes, scream like pussycats and it do ginger my swagger. Enugu babes are the worst i have ever dated, they dont know how to fvck or suck, maybe cos most of them are circumsized. They act like witches in bed and get u frustrated and u wont go looking for them again. Abia always form hard to get and they are not too good in bed. Delta babes are good too, but threatens to kill u, break ur head if u ever leave them...crap. Abeg the list too much make i rest jor. But in all, the bestest is owerri babes anytime anyday. So any owerri babe dat wants to hook up, hit me up ok, "na ewerem fatfinder jip"

Irguru, you talk true. Al those delta, Edo girls be like promise me you won't sleep with any other girl, one even asked what should happen to me if I do. Wtf. Ekiti, they act like they've never seen a topless guy before. Always all about how guys want to chop and clean mouth but the appreciate a good round though, just too hypocritical. Benue babes have the deepest kitty, no doubt, you will drown if you're not careful, Calabar, you will have to beg for break time along the way. If they cook good food for you, just know you are going to pay back in kind on the bed. Hausa, logs of wood. And they love covering up with blanket or wrapper during the do. The traditional way