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thaqib:
I am considering Toyota Highlander 06 with V6 engine. People talk about high fuel consumption in V6 vehicles.. I have a friend using V6 Camry car and was maintaining it
My question is does a V6 engine Jeep consume more fuel( I will b doing a lot of hold up , on d island), than a V6 car?
U get my question sir...

if you are not buying the Highlander for the 3rd row seat and the cargo space maybe you should focus on the RAV4 instead

but I believe the Highlander should do 13 to 15L per 100km in city driving if still in good condition

BarrSly:
Good day bosses I would need a review on the 8th generation of Honda Accord (2008-2012) Honda Accord....Which is the perfect year to buy? Reliability, chains and availability of parts, fuel efficiency...

Good vehicle any year you can afford. But advice able to stay away from 2.0L engine of the Accord parts not common. stick with the 2.4 and V6 less wahala and complications.

sheu01:
Once u insert d cd, u allow d tray to set, and put d 2nd CD up to 6 so that your CD will not hang. If it hang, you pay radio master. Thank u. I rest my case

Ok thanks. But you will send money for CD

sheu01:
@ thebigkendo, Thank u my bro, I told them that I don't want to argue with anybody. Person wey they used corolla talk say, it get 6 loader but they are saying no corolla com with 6 loader. Thank u once again for what u share here

Sorry brother never truly knew I just get Corolla for house dey waste the CD loader. Truly sorry for the misunderstanding.

Would confirm when I get a chance to go home the 06 has the type 2 audio system but I no dey play CD sha.

Thanks bigkendo but last last Corolla nah shitbox

sheu01:
Its 6 Loader CD, 100% sure of this

There is no Corolla that came stock with 6 Loader CD, yes owner can fix it on his own but you will never see a Corolla 03-07 with 6 loader CD from factory.

fizcoo20:
Help me out with the difference between Toyota corolla and Toyota corolla sport from 2003 to 2007 model.

Are they d same thing.

Your opinion is needed here.

Thanks in anticipation.

Corolla defers though depending on continent you are buying from

Asian-Corolla Altis most luxurious of the Corolla leather seat and factory fitted DVD screen with backup camera and wood finish.

International (US and NA) the normal common Corolla in naija

Europe (UK) 1.4L engine different from the others because it is a hatchback mostly converted in Nigeria because of the hand drive. Engine and some parts scarce in Nigeria.

sheu01:
2003 and 2004 Toyota corolla are d same but 2005, 2006 and 2007 Toyota corolla are different from 03 and 04.
2005, 2006 and 2007 have same similarities, they have 3 headrest at d back seat, 6 loaders CD and brake light position are different from 03 and 04.
2006 and 2007 Toyota corolla have security immobiliser alarm and other like 03, 04 and 05 Toyota corolla doesnt have. But from 03-07 have same engine 1.8L engine and they look alike but 05, 06, and 07 body look big somehow wen u place them beside 03 and 04.

Corolla with 6 loader CD where you wan jam that one. Non is bigger than the other, the 03 to 07 Corolla are same shit in same pack. The Corolla sport only has cosmetic addition for that year nah same 1.6 or 1.8L engine. same engine there are minor addition like security feature and few interior changes that's all

diportivo:
he has 300k



op,ur money nor reach o

300k doesn't matter he would get a working unit of Suzuki 1.3 or daihatsu equivalent for far less if he knows where to look.

Costee:
There are three options actually: CVT, Conventional A/T, and Manual Transmission.

More CVT fitted transmission for Versa while Tiida has more Auto.

Versa was badged majorly in US and NA

Tiida majorly Asian market

drakeskull:
What are your thoughts on Hyundai Genesis brand? The G80 is interesting.
cc heavenlybang

it's a flagship killer. I would buy it if I can afford it

lekbel09:
Senior men in da House, please how much should I offer for a Volkswagen Bora 2001 that's converted

Cc: Gazzuz,nurey,ikenna351, motorGuru, heavenlybang and any other senior man

When trouble sleep yanga go wake am, wetin him dey find palava he dey find, palava he go get oooooo.

my brother when you see converted VW dissolve immediately don't run or Japa, just dissolve from there

chrizdave:
Hello Gurus in the house. I was thinking about this; due to the recent parties closure of Nigerian boarder against goods... With car buyers no longer given the option of buying car from Cotonou and using land boarders, my thoughts are why not Buy a car at cotonou, then ship the car to Lagos port and clear it... Is this even advisable, cost effective or a total no...

Cc: Gazzuzz , Nurey and the host of others..

Double custom duty/Exercise

7pages:
The person I told that want to sell his is a trusted blood brother but since you said I should avoid a smoking engine car.

below is the pics of the car he said he has in his workshop


He said he never told me the engine smokes, he said the car only need service which he will do before giving it out

If you are serious about that transportation business you should be aiming at buying Korope (Suzuki every) or a wagon not that Nissan hatchback.

so look for primera wagon, Kia Rio wagon 2005 below, Mazda etc

Dbass2020:
Car bosses please I need a review on 2008 Nissan Versa

Versa = Tiida

Buy only Tokunbo, but generally speaking I fear that engine and the CVT

dhejykeane:
Why the choice of accord over the avensis sir

Accord is higher in level than the Avensis. The Accord also has a better build quality and interior finish compared to the Avensis.

Avensis dash board cracks and melts, the interior starts peeling off, interior headliner is poorly done.

Though engine and transmission is ok.

For the Accord if you can take good care of the transmission and buy the OEM fluid for the gear and steering you won't have problem. Then engine seat is the major replacement work you will do often and best bet is to buy Tokunbo not new.

Next is door actuators, then you will likely battle the lock mechanism and ignition mechanism those won't cost you much but can happen at unexpected time especially the door lock if you use key to open often instead of remote.

I used one for 10years a 2006 so I can give it a good score overall. what's more i never experienced ball joint issues though out usage

iCauseTrouble:
Where did you get your knowledge of cars from?

1. from the internet
2. under the mango tree mechanic shed.

Since you are a careful driver buy the Honda Accord End of Discussion.

cc: adanny01
https://www.nairaland.com/1528899/sienas-mk5-toyota-hilux-customisation/12
A blast from the past, maybe you can learn one or two things

olaboyeh:
Help oooooo

Run from the 2.0 it is an European engine, those engines are scarce in naija spare parts market. better to stick with the 2.4L or 3.0 V6

AnaCheks:
Good morning Good people.. My Boss them...
cc. Nurey
Heavenlybang et al.

Please what do you all think about misubutshi Montero and Pajero.. 2008 models. I've never seen anyone talk about them

Reliable Dakar Rally Racer and winner. But be weary the electrical system is very sensitive and gets brain box destroyed if tampered with.

Buy it

Jaykizz:
All I need is an objective critique of the two vehicles. I understand most fans of either car will want to support their brand.

This is why I need constructive criticism of either car.

https://www.nairaland.com/4237789/camry-spider-honda-evil-spirit

https://www.nairaland.com/2607324/honda-accord-evil-spirit-vs

https://www.nairaland.com/3078738/toyota-camry-muscle-vs-honda

your answer lies in those links

Majesty08:
Hello guys, i have a budget of 1 million, i intend of buying peugeot 206 as my first car, any pros nd cons?

good vehicle but don't drive in high depth water or else engine would hydrolock. Don't let mechanic play with the electrical it is unforgiving in nature

radautoworks:
1.1 seconds

not street legal anyway

radautoworks:
Heavenlybang, nurey, lexini, somebody is calling you o

https://www.ladbible.com/news/sport-honda-civic-breaks-record-by-going-from-0-to-60mph-in-11-seconds-20200518

call me when it is upgraded to 3000hp. But this kind car go good to beat Cross for Need4speed if his Corvette go gree sha

2.0L1AZFE vs 2.0L R20A3

2.4L 2AZFE vs 2.4L K24Z

3.5L 2GRFE vs 3.5L J35Z

Camry vs Accord

Toyota vs Honda

The battle line has been drawn, who will be the winner of the midsize sedan class.

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Marpol:
@adanny01, thanks a bunch, this is the type of posts we should be seeing on cartalk not all these come and buy car.

Please keep us updated on how it goes. Thanks once again.

I am interested in this post anyone who comes here to fight or abuse anyone should be ready for a lengthy ban.

Out on all 4s with Guns Blazing Egun should be careful ooo, nah express he dey go

NaijadrivaCars:
In otherwords, run?

Ok, I go tell my neigbour to run!!!

Seller said it is a good caR.

if it is tokunbo with good maintenance history I would buy and have a scanner close by

adanny01:
Normally, the entire car cannot be sanded by a sander, there are areas where only manual sanding can reach.. The front wheel arc has black mudguard and the rear is black and doesn't require paint.

I am only painting the exterior surface in same colour and will apply clear coat on sanded headlight and rear lights. I will have to tape/cover, windscreen and any black rubber/plastic including wipers, rear glass, windows and chrome trims, roof gutter trims, wheel arcs and tires, underneath the rear view mirrors, front bumper radiator vent, head light and rear logos. The rear lights will be removed.

Taping is the least job I consider.

Sading is the most difficult job while painting most critical. Most recommendations will say sand the car to the metal, this is never done by Nigerian painters. My car has already 2 layers of paint, so sanding to the metal is not going to be easy. The least work to do in the sanding is to remove the last clear coat. That's my aim. The other critical sanding job is filling and sanding imperfections. I know I have a good eye to spot them.

I am happy you know the task ahead, carry on soldier.

ivoryhouse:
What do you guys think of stuffing a 5.0l v8 from the Lexus ISF in a 2009 Toyota Cotolla or '09
Toyota Camry? I would prefer a 2009 Camry as it would look cooler and the stance is wider than a Corolla. The stance of the camry can be widened and the swap should be a lot easier. Moreover, I've always felt a 2009 Camry project would be an interesting one.
What do you guys think, yay or nay?

Probably possible with a G four limited Edition chassis.

how much is the tokunbo engine and the 20pin transmission? Also help me price how much the shoki abusorbi would cost

adanny01:
So, my car is about 6yrs and the paint is in bad shape, thats apart from scratches and dents by family and friends.

The plan is to buy an electric spray gun (see image below), sanding discs for electric drill, buffer for electric drill, paint, thinner, clear coat, primmer, scotch tape and old newspapers. The panel beating will be done by competent panel beater.

My motivation is lack of funds to contract the best services for the job. Also, the cheap ones will not do a good job. I paid 30k for my sister's car last year but at this time, my car painted 6yrs ago is far better off.

From my reading, the main work in painting a car is the preparation (sanding precisely). Actual painting does not take more than 5hrs but the preparation will take days - weeks to get it right. I know if I Do-It-Myself, it will come out better. The only part I am scared of is the actual painting i.e getting right viscosity and colour.

Challenges:
- I am not sure if the electric spray gun will be adequate. The main decision is buying the spray gun.
- The Spray gun itself cost more than half of the budget but if successful, I may do 2 other projects which will eventually be the cost advantage.
- I have no experience in paint mixing or thinning
- I am also afraid of the job being too tedious or that without a garage cover, dust may make the job bad.

You see that EOD wheel ARC you sure say you go fit sand paper am with that machine? not to talk of all the angle of inclination available in every nook and cranny las las baba tawa go finish wetin you start

NaijadrivaCars:
Pls advice.

Is it reliable, durable and easy to maintain?

I like car brands that are not generic.

nurey, kingreignn, gazzuzz,

I Know a husband and wife using same brand, husband uses this Passat and wife uses the Jetta.

from my Observation the Jetta seems stronger than the Passat due to mechanic visit. but the cars never disappoint because they don't compromise on maintenance and I believe the part is even cheaper and more original than 08 Camry.

But the car get plenty sensor ooo to the smallest tiny part sef