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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by Timolanki(m): 4:31pm On Sep 10, 2021
This is is good thread cos I just bought a Nigerian used Lexus 330 though the car is neat and good but there was a mistake in the last digit of the chassis number. I'm paying 35k extra to rectify that as I ve moved it to the East n the error was detected during the transportation of the car from Lagos to East. It's bn paining me but I don't ve an option.

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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by ObongIdeas: 4:32pm On Sep 10, 2021
I buy scrap vehicles. Contact me let's do business.
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by umcsolutions: 4:36pm On Sep 10, 2021
Some dont have good mechanics to fix the issue affecting the vehicle and you might be lucky.
It can always be for many reasons, Some relocations, Some upgrades, Some Distress etc. Just make sure you go through the documents properly and also take a good mechanic or better still scan the vehicle as all issues have their error codes when scanned.

nosiebaba:
My own advise is if you don't know that person personally and you haven't witnessed how he handles his car, RUN OOH 98% of Nigerians only sell their cars when the problem don tire them

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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by DukeNija(m): 4:38pm On Sep 10, 2021
BigDawsNet:
angry It's not worth it

I have a frnd in naija, who wants to reward himself with a ride....

I actually told him to skip naija used and buy tokunbo ....he decided to ignore and buy used hoping he will be able to save more money..

The car clean gan oh...but the engine na scam

E fit change engine. Tokunbo is very expensive.

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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by ospreywin(m): 4:40pm On Sep 10, 2021
Timolanki:
This is is good thread cos I just bought a Nigerian used Lexus 330 though the car is neat and good but there was a mistake in the last digit of the chassis number. I'm paying 35k extra to rectify that as I ve moved it to the East n the error was detected during the transportation of the car from Lagos to East. It's bn paining me but I don't ve an option.
Main reason for creating the thread... I've done several rectification within last two months related to the Chassis Number.
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by Comedian2019: 4:44pm On Sep 10, 2021
ospreywin:

You go survive nah...
grin
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by ojasweb(m): 4:45pm On Sep 10, 2021
Your trusted mechanic might also be manipulated or not having enough knowledge of the car you're buying.

I remember when i went to buy a car alongside with my brother's long time mechanic. He consider a couple of things "minor issues" but when it's time to buy those stuffs, they are not cheap.

If you've been driving for a while, it will do you good to test-drive the car yourself.

As is today, i can easily pick faults in cars than most mechanic. Sometimes, what all these mechanics consider normal are really not normal.

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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by observanc1: 4:51pm On Sep 10, 2021
ospreywin:

Contrary to your 98% some people sell to upgrade
but many sell stolen cars, which then put the buyers in police wahala.

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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by ospreywin(m): 4:56pm On Sep 10, 2021
observanc1:
but many sell stolen cars, which then put the buyers in police wahala.
That's the reason for number 1 in the post.
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by davidque: 4:56pm On Sep 10, 2021
ospreywin:
With the current rate of purchasing a Tokunbo vehicle and people opting for a Nigerian used vehicles, here are some important things to note before making that purchase.

1. Make sure the seller you're buying from has an identity, you don't just buy from a random person with no link to anyone or anywhere so you won't be buying a stolen vehicle. Do your due diligence before buying a Nigerian used car.

2. When inspecting, take your "trusted" mechanic along, don't depend on your own little knowledge about cars to make a purchase, look under the vehicle for any rust make you no go buy "panda or" lowe" (that word is for the street for useless or fake stuff grin).

3. Check the vehicle papers very well, ask for the custom papers, make sure all documents are intact. From the vehicle papers, check the VIN/Chassis Number written or inscribed on the windshield, engine hood and door sides if they correlate with the one on the documents, most people register vehicles with a lot discrepancies, if they don't correlate na wahala be that oo(though I can help you rectify that but e go cost you some money).

4. Try and negotiate the cost of processing your change of ownership and registration fees along when you're dealing and negotiating with the seller, the cost of changing ownership with due process is on the high side now as you know the FG has increased the price of number plates across the nation.

5. After making payment, make sure you both sign an agreement for and purchase receipt to legally show your transaction and the amount you bought it.

6. After doing the 5 above, you can now contact oga VD for your proper vehicle registration grin. Thank you

Check my signature for your vehicle documents needs, fast, reliable and hassle free. May your vehicle never be your coffin, may the Good God keep you safe as you cruise around with your ride from known and unknown danger.

I like your afvert style. I'm convinced........ Are you in Abuja?
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by EndRape2(f): 4:58pm On Sep 10, 2021
[Most sell because they need money, same way I want to sell my matrix car.














quote author=nosiebaba post=105043122]My own advise is if you don't know that person personally and you haven't witnessed how he handles his car, RUN OOH 98% of Nigerians only sell their cars when the problem don tire them[/quote]
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by derancle: 5:02pm On Sep 10, 2021
Like how much can one get a direct tok of sienna 2005 le FWD,8 seaters.
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by authority2006(m): 5:02pm On Sep 10, 2021
BigDawsNet:
angry It's not worth it

I have a frnd in naija, who wants to reward himself with a ride....

I actually told him to skip naija used and buy tokunbo ....he decided to ignore and buy used hoping he will be able to save more money..

The car clean gan oh...but the engine na scam

The sellers are obliged to disclose whatever that is wrong with their cars, let the buyers use their discretion to either buy or move. But this is Nigeria, almost everyone doesn't know what the word "honest" means anymore. They always want more than the actual values of their cars. It is a shame!

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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by ospreywin(m): 5:03pm On Sep 10, 2021
davidque:


I like your afvert style. I'm convinced........ Are you in Abuja?
Ops no sir, I'm in Lagos,but I have a very reliable contact at Abuja for vehicle documentations.
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by solo11(m): 5:03pm On Sep 10, 2021
I got a used Honda Accord 07 for sale going for $1.3m.
What’s app or call +2348068113360
Scottz:
I need a used Camry or Honda
My budget is 1.3/1.4m

Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by davidque: 5:06pm On Sep 10, 2021
ospreywin:
Ops no sir, I'm in Lagos,but I have a very reliable contact at Abuja for vehicle documentations.
Great so hook me up
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by Mcdreamy15: 5:06pm On Sep 10, 2021
pocohantas:
When you hear “used by female banker”, don’t just run, please FLEE.

There is no banker anywhere, let alone a female one.
grin wetin we go come call you then... Genderless banker? wink

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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by ospreywin(m): 5:07pm On Sep 10, 2021
davidque:

Great so hook me up
08144476474 whatsapp me sir.
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by Masterdazhem: 5:09pm On Sep 10, 2021
ospreywin:
With the current rate of purchasing a Tokunbo vehicle and people opting for a Nigerian used vehicles, here are some important things to note before making that purchase.

1. Make sure the seller you're buying from has an identity, you don't just buy from a random person with no link to anyone or anywhere so you won't be buying a stolen vehicle. Do your due diligence before buying a Nigerian used car.

2. When inspecting, take your "trusted" mechanic along, don't depend on your own little knowledge about cars to make a purchase, look under the vehicle for any rust make you no go buy "panda or" lowe" (that word is for the street for useless or fake stuff grin).

3. Check the vehicle papers very well, ask for the custom papers, make sure all documents are intact. From the vehicle papers, check the VIN/Chassis Number written or inscribed on the windshield, engine hood and door sides if they correlate with the one on the documents, most people register vehicles with a lot discrepancies, if they don't correlate na wahala be that oo(though I can help you rectify that but e go cost you some money).

4. Try and negotiate the cost of processing your change of ownership and registration fees along when you're dealing and negotiating with the seller, the cost of changing ownership with due process is on the high side now as you know the FG has increased the price of number plates across the nation.

5. After making payment, make sure you both sign an agreement for and purchase receipt to legally show your transaction and the amount you bought it.

6. After doing the 5 above, you can now contact oga VD for your proper vehicle registration grin. Thank you

Check my signature for your vehicle documents needs, fast, reliable and hassle free. May your vehicle never be your coffin, may the Good God keep you safe as you cruise around with your ride from known and unknown danger.
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by Purifychy(f): 5:23pm On Sep 10, 2021
I have sienna 2003 model for sale. Ac chilling, Engine and Gear perfect condition.
Location: Lagos
Price: 1.5m
08164756391
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by bizzibodi(m): 5:28pm On Sep 10, 2021
Zane2point4:
I recently bought naija use camry for my bro.
Its the highest highly maintained car I've brought frm a lecturer who wants to upgrade.

Not every naija guy is a careless type o.


The engine 1mz fe is so quiet i begine doubt whether the car get engine atal, u cnt hear it frm the cabin.

I just put 10litres for testing and hv bn driving for 3days now. I shock.
Are U saying that V6 dnt consume fuel?
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by sharpwriter(m): 6:15pm On Sep 10, 2021
pocohantas:
When you hear “used by female banker”, don’t just run, please FLEE.

There is no banker anywhere, let alone a female one.
cheesy

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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by ppogba: 6:16pm On Sep 10, 2021
pocohantas:
When you hear “used by female banker”, don’t just run, please FLEE.

There is no banker anywhere, let alone a female one.

With this comment, I can confirm that you are a real " town girl".

That is one of the coolest gimmicks that are used in selling cars. More often than not, it comes with arguments like- she doesn't take it to work everyday or she uses it only on weekends.

Your head dey dia abeg.

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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by sharpwriter(m): 6:18pm On Sep 10, 2021
BigDawsNet:
angry It's not worth it

I have a frnd in naija, who wants to reward himself with a ride....

I actually told him to skip naija used and buy tokunbo ....he decided to ignore and buy used hoping he will be able to save more money..

The car clean gan oh...but the engine na scam
Make hin go change engine nah
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by bizhop01: 6:27pm On Sep 10, 2021
Laxus rx350 for sale, very clean with good condition
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by OmoSenii(m): 6:28pm On Sep 10, 2021
I’m looking for two cars Rav 4 06 and Acura MDX 08 or 09. If you have direct link or na your personal car let’s talk.

Abeg no send me message if you know na problem you wan sell for me. The car will be properly checked and scanned before payment

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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by SunmibareARC: 6:34pm On Sep 10, 2021
2special:
And remember the rain that fell in July, a lot of cars that were flooded that period might develop fault and they will be for sale now


The rain didn't flood the whole country, it should not be a precedent in determining others' faith
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by sharpwriter(m): 6:39pm On Sep 10, 2021
Zane2point4:
I recently bought naija use camry for my bro.
Its the highest highly maintained car I've brought frm a lecturer who wants to upgrade.

Not every naija guy is a careless type o.


The engine 1mz fe is so quiet i begine doubt whether the car get engine atal, u cnt hear it frm the cabin.

I just put 10litres for testing and hv bn driving for 3days now. I shock.
Wow! Very lucky.

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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by Nobody: 6:49pm On Sep 10, 2021
I bought my first car from an owner and the second from a dealer and the experience I will share with you all.

The owner was deceitful despite being a close friend there were more things wrong with the car than they stated. A scanner is important when buying a car after 1996 and he lied it wasn’t scannable but it was they had hidden the OBD port. I fixed everything and added some personal touches to get the car I actually wanted. I didn’t source a mechanic before hand so I fell victim to roadside craftiness where they remove some of your parts and sell it back to you. Annoying experience but at least you know where not to go.

The dealer a better experience overall because you know where to go and have a receipt with the business name and you do see their legal name on the papers and they have much more to lose so they aren’t just looking for a quick buck to disappear. There were minor repairs needed but I always change spark plugs and coils to start afresh. if you research and have background knowledge of maintaining a car buying used car or new would not be any different. Test drive it and buy it there and then don’t go home to sleep over it because those 24hrs impact the kind of car you will come back to meet. For example some dealers swap brain boxes brakes and all that.

Overall have your preferred Rewire, a trust worthy mechanic and a trusted parts supplier and it will make a huge difference and give you peace of mind.

Secondly if you can afford it have cameras everywhere in the vehicle wifi backing up via GSM to another location.

When you’ve bought it reset the transmission so the car adapts to your driving style. Have a scanner and be good with your hands and be able to listen for trouble sounds and your car will last a long time. Immobilizer that only you know how to deactivate as well is necessary

Lastly Edmunds.com is where I go to check the ratings of all cars I’m thinking of purchasing or helping a client find. The feedback allows me to see what kind of vehicle I am buying and what kinds of problems are common.

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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by ugoonuoha: 6:54pm On Sep 10, 2021
If it's a newer model car, make sure they run a diagnostic scan, not just go with your trusted mechanic. Even if you must pay 5k, pay it. A word is enough for the wise.

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Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by Obidiugwu: 6:57pm On Sep 10, 2021
Nice one...Dm us for different type of
Cars at affordable prices..ZeroEightOneThreeFourThreeFiveOneSixThreeSix
Re: My Advise To Anyone Buying A Nigerian Used Car Now by Phenommy: 7:09pm On Sep 10, 2021
Hm truth

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