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Mammanbawa, Diamlerben, heavenlybang king406 you guys must be proud of the AMG GT black series, record has been updated you guys at number 2. But you guys should accept than the Nissan GT-R was better than AMG 2013 to 2019 atleast

Though the Nissan GT-R is still relevant with it's V6 engine, let's see what 2022 has install for the holders of the record

2 years after I realized there is no expert in bike riding, you fall if you intend to prove stubborn or defy law of physics

It's fun riding a Bike as you wizz pass traffic and slide through sand.

KingRex1:
@lagusboyyy and @nurey kindly give me your take on Peugeot 407 (2007-2012)
Comparing it with corolla (2008-2012)

407 came with a big bang into the Nigerian market, it was good all round, affordable and even Gazzuzz as at a time adviced to be used for Uber, some did buy. Peugeot isn't offered in US so reason for it's little presence I don't know much about it's auto transmission but for pug, manual is mostly adviced.

Peugeot would get you pass every check point hastle free, it doesn't like abuse and the parts are extremely cheap from engine down to the smallest bolt.

Toyota Corolla on the other hand needs no introduction, it's a Nigerian citizen that has come to stay, affordable, reliable and dependable though the 08 to 12 isnts as rugged as it's predecessor but it would also serve well, good resale value and a bit exquisite than it's predecessor.

Picking from the 2 depends on what you need but the Corolla is a swiss knife and would work and fit anywhere you want

GAZZUZZ:
Let's play small...


E300 2017

The guy with the 9x Toyota starlet is still on the queue waiting for his turn.

All fingers are not equal, accept his vehicle too

New franchise loading, congratulations bro

weyreypey:
Heaven forgive you

Nah this advert you see wey make you hala for Corolla

weyreypey:
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If you don't know ask... those who do. Stop recanting last year Salah donkey... Respect yourself as you should when real cars are moving

Oh you too don turbo charge your W210? Added muffler,.K&N filter, nitro boost, BBS rims with spoiler and decals?

My last response to you, a lizard from china cannot become a crocodile in Africa Shalom

weyreypey:
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Of course like DCP Obioma Kyari
Well now that you users of Corolla are now very submissive on the highway... You people should remember that and we'll be good

Your rust bucket old cargo can't handle a Corolla, engine would knock if you attempt to push it pass 120km/h where as the Corolla would dust you comfortably without breaking a sweat, it's lighter, has better power to weight ratio, it is quicker than your rust bucket too, the only thing you have going for you is top speed and you forefeit that since the day you fed your engine 20w50 from ammasco.

Go buy a Corolla and rest atleast you would stop begging students for push to start after lectures

weyreypey:
Still on the Corolla shitboxes ....who else has noticed that Toyota Corolla fan boys are now moving into the Mercedes Benz C class? What a positive beginning to get off that nonsense of a car called Corolla

You know there is an adage that says until people criticize you and bad mouth you, you have not achieved your aim.

You criticizing Corolla means you have noticed it and you envy it, driving a Corolla doesn't make you poor or categorized one as a low life, it only means one made the right choice as Corolla is the best selling vehicle in the world right now.

I come in peace

quest4s:
Toyota Highlander 2008 vs Nissan Pathfinder 2008
Advice for a complete novice pros and cons
Thank You

2008 highlander is more appropriate as the pathfinder is a 4WD better SUV, 4.0L V6 is quick but expensive to replace. The pathfinder had a radiator bypass issue which led to damaged transmission but an easy fix if buying the pathfinder ensure the radiator bypass has been done.

The highlander has a better fuel economy with it's 2.7L i4 or 3.5L V6 and it's a CUV with fwd or AWD

rodbel:
Hello all,

Please help, is u660e a 13 or 22pin transmission?

Get ready to cough out better dough

Startupfactory:
Yes, it I the exact car type. Same picture and it is petrol

I have already told you what engine you are looking for and vehicles I have seen in Nigeria with same exact engine Fiat FIRE engine 1.4L version. Fiat Punto is one of the most common vehicles with such engine.

As for a replacement engine, it's possible but above my pay grade, probably a kazeem can help work something into it but it would cost you as Toyota engines the popular kazeem choice are expensive.

Better to part out the car or sell as is which is a big loss or give kazeem to do abracadabra for an expensive bill

Startupfactory:
Yes, I thought so too; that's why I posted it here hoping someone may have for sale.

If the pix is the same with your car then your engine was made by FIAT and it's a 1.4L engine if it's petrol not diesel.

You can rebuild it or look for
Jeep renegade
Fiat Punto
Fiat 500
Dodge Dart

Some lancia do also carry the same 1.4L engine

Mynet11:
I've noticed that almost all entourage has Hilux Jeep as escorts. Please any reason for this?

In the 80s and 90s it was the Isuzu brands (Isuzu Tiger) all banks, government parastatal too. Now it's Toyotas turn reason for the Hilux brand if another manufacturer had presence too than Toyota then it would be used.

green10119:
Okay but here is my question, how often do they break down? For example would it cost me 100k to fix a problem every month or just 100k to fix or buy a part every 2 to 3 months? (Benz)

I have been looking at Highlanders a lot on Copart and to be honest i don't like the design or the fat looking interior seats.

Need to understand how often a benz would drag me to the mechanic workshop and what an average fix would cost me. Also from 08 to 13 ml 350 the one with the best rating.

Thanks and sorry for asking too many questions lol

100k a month may be close or exceed depending on the damage and what workshop you patronize but normally it's oil change and some small maintenance expensive which should occur very few times a year not monthly.

The ML is a good car to own especially one with good maintenance history and recommended service fluids used.

For year don't really know my former boss had a 08 model and rarely gives problem. The ML has been a reliable Benz model

green10119:
Was happy when i found this section! So i have been majorly confused about the best SUV to go for since i know next to nothing about cars and this would be my first.

Options:
1. Mercedes-benz ml 350 - 08 to 13 first love (Benz)

2. Toyota highlander 2011 to 2016

3. Toyota camry 09 to 12 as least option if i must.

Please break it down for me like am 5.

Thanks

Highlander more popular, easy to use and maintain but the Benz has better build quality, better turning radius, sleek interior and exterior.

Benz with AWD parts are expensive

kernniejay:
Please which one is cheaper to maintain between Ford Escape 2008 and Honda CRV 2006?

CRV is a much more better car and affordable in Nigeria than ford escape

raphieMontella:
Is mobil oil good?

Yes Mobil 1 full synthetic 5w30 not all this Mobil xhp 20w50

raphieMontella:
The 11 and 10 models are above my budget...

Then buy the 08 and 09 with good inspection score, use a good full synthetic oil with the recommended transmission fluid.

The compressor of the i4 also fails easily and the replacement is expensive

raphieMontella:
Please what's your input on buying a 2008/09 camry v6 vs v4 of the same car model ...
And is the transmission issues of the camry limited to the 07?

And can it be avoided
?
By using the right Transmission oil, constant changing etc...
Thanks

V6 okay good for the mind, body and soul.

I4 the 2az is known for oil burn i would advise on 10 and 11 with 2.5L 2ar if you want 4 cylinder.

timmb:
Hello house, please how good is Toyota avalon 2007. In terms of maintenance and fuel Consumption, I live in lagos.

3.5L V6 full sized luxury sedan.

The vehicle is good engine and transmission wise.

Maintenance is friendly rarely breakdown and parts available for moderate price.

Fuel consumption should be around 12 to 15L per 100km combined with AC if the car is in optimum condition

Jimraz4:
Thanks do much Nurey.

I actually noticed that the engine oil was not gauge the first time I went to check the car. I asked the owner y is the engine oil not gauge. He said he uses 3litre of engine oil to service the car. That his mechanic said it's ok to use 3litre. Should I be worried cos the car isn't smoking but I heard the engine is very expensive. I need professional advice here.

You can either believe him or do your own inspection for oil leak which would be evident in engine bay area or if internal the exhaust would have black oil stain residue

The engine uses timing chain and bad oil or irregular late oil change affects the chain which causes pletora of problems.

The engine also experience oil shortage of not well maintained.

Take a qualified techy to help you check things B4 u buy.

Tobichuks08:
Is  Toyota Camry 2012 Model LE a good car?
Economically is the maintenance cheap?
What of the fuel consumption

Yes a good car to own

No car maintenance is cheap as parts have soared but you won't break a bank as long as you use right fluids and don't damage engine or transmission.

4 cylinder is good for it's class in fuel economy

SMGGroup:
The first gen pilot is quite reliable coupled with the 4wd handling. But na this facelifted 2010 I dey interested in

From my research, the 2017 upwards was the pilot year with VCM issues that I know. It is reliable as long as you can fuel it

SMGGroup:
The vcm na to economise gas I suppose. Is there a way of bypassing that vcm system in order to avoid reoccurrence

VCM can be disabled but I believe the touring edition should be the one with VCM engine.

My boss uses it and the only reason he wants to buy another CUV is because of fuel consumption. Says the car dey consume I believe it's because he has check engine light issues

Muddy18:
Hi boss, I noticed dat you are jiji specialist, if you see any good offer for me I will be standing by, on the nissan quest I think my preference is not really for load but maneuverability of the rugged terrain. I will take my time and open to up my game

Don't go and buy anyhow vehicle for farm because it is affordable even if nah truck or SUV. If your car ha broken down b4 for farm you go know how far, bearing spoilt, belt cut, car stuck in gully, exhaust pull due to rocky terrain and mechanic start billing you and telling you part no dey and you no fit leave car for inside bush

If you intend carrying load a truck should suffice.

The only cheap and reliable truck under 1m that will do the work is Ford Ranger international 03 to 12 model year shares part with the Mazda used for interstate B2000 and B2200 parts are cheap and they are very rugged.

Their are other trucks but clean ones are expensive.

Look for Nissan Pathfinder 95 to 2000 the part is same as the kingcab truck used for farm work in Southwest it is a die hard vehicle and cheap too, the 3.0L V6 can be rebuilt 100,000 times if something goes wrong.

Stay away from Nissan Armada not a reliable Vehicle for farm work

showietee:
Thank you....

Wagon and hatchback, I don't think they are accepted for Uber or Bolt.

Preferably ATV!

Can we assume all the naija used civic 06-09 around ₦1m especially on jiji is death trap?

ATV is an all terrain vehicle not your regular car just focus on sedan. I am certain hatchback is allowed kia Rio 05 to 11 hatchback is used for Uber.

The 1m mark is okay for the civic if all checks are put in place. Used car isn't trouble free but don't buy a money pit

romityl:
@ mark one me tire for the guy oh

You are a very wi ked, selfish and self-centered human being, how will the mechanic celebrate the Salah holidays if you refuse to change cranshaft?

showietee:
Greetings to all....

Someone needs a guide on best options for Uber/bolt.... Budget of 700-800k naija used cars(preferably ATV).


Honda Civic 06-09 is on the list, but would like to have options....


Thank y'all

Probably your budget can get wagon abi nah hatchback European Honda civic with manual transmission.

Kia Rio or Hyundai accent 05-11 manual transmission

Honda civic US 03 to 05

Your budget is slim because of naira devaluation

Muyesky:
Good morning all. I am about paying for this 2009 Nissan Maxima SV from Canada. Please, is it a good one, should I proceed or run?

From what I gathered online the CVT in this maxima is solid while Altima started from 2013 you are good to go if their is no rust visible underneath the vehicle.

Fighting rust is like fighting your shadow atleast if rust is not evident in chassis then the vehicle is worth it.

CVT can last 180k miles that's almost 300k km on the odometer that's around 20years from year of manufacture

HeavenlyBang:
Why not just buy an Accord or something.

That Nissan may be less than 2.5m as tokunbo even 2m sef, Honda and Toyota of those bracket years are expensive.