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Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by 9icetoo(m): 1:08pm On Oct 22, 2024
HumbleNdMoist:
Just got the Acura 2007 mdx as my first car, put it off for so long lol. I was very impressed by the thread bizzie2 did upgrading his 2008, although I thought some were overkill, the ones that impressed me and I plan to do before driving it were the internal and external lighting upgrades, lifting the height and widening the tires, upgrading the exterior obviously to 2013, and the media unit upgrade to touch screen with the reverse camera upgrade too.

Already picked up to change trasmission fluid, brake fluid, steering fluid, to check the timing and fan belt and to get a small scanner from scrolling here


Any advice generally by the experts in the house? What I shouldn’t do, what I should, maintenance tips, upgrades that may help me use it better? Any such thing would be appreciated
Do not buy transmission fluid in just about any shop or market.

That transmission hates fake fluids.
If you can't afford the original fluid from certified shops, leave the one in there alone for now.

Don't tamper with the height of the car. You will mess the handling of that car up and it's the handling that is it's key selling point.

While you are on the transmission fluid change, consider changing the differential and the transfer case fluids as well.

They are equally as important.

Whatever you do, do not clean the throttle body if you don't ha e a scanner that can zero the throttle position or angle sensor.

If you need any more tips on the mdx, you can reach out.

Enjoy the ride.
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by olumzzz(m): 4:20am On Oct 23, 2024
9icetoo:
Do not buy transmission fluid in just about any shop or market.

That transmission hates fake fluids.
If you can't afford the original fluid from certified shops, leave the one in there alone for now.

Don't tamper with the height of the car. You will mess the handling of that car up and it's the handling that is it's key selling point.

While you are on the transmission fluid change, consider changing the differential and the transfer case fluids as well.

They are equally as important.

Whatever you do, do not clean the throttle body if you don't ha e a scanner that can zero the throttle position or angle sensor.

If you need any more tips on the mdx, you can reach out.

Enjoy the ride.
Sir
You didn't talk about the exterior upgrade to 2013 model
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by Kewtt: 6:50am On Oct 23, 2024
9icetoo:
Do not buy transmission fluid in just about any shop or market.

That transmission hates fake fluids.
If you can't afford the original fluid from certified shops, leave the one in there alone for now.

Don't tamper with the height of the car. You will mess the handling of that car up and it's the handling that is it's key selling point.

While you are on the transmission fluid change, consider changing the differential and the transfer case fluids as well.

They are equally as important.

Whatever you do, do not clean the throttle body if you don't ha e a scanner that can zero the throttle position or angle sensor.

If you need any more tips on the mdx, you can reach out.

Enjoy the ride.
Morning bro, how are you?
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by Hehehehehe: 10:11am On Oct 23, 2024
Good morning boss, someone should please compare RX 330 and Acura MDX 08/09. I will like to get either of the two
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by HumbleNdMoist: 4:18pm On Oct 23, 2024
9icetoo:
Do not buy transmission fluid in just about any shop or market.

That transmission hates fake fluids.
If you can't afford the original fluid from certified shops, leave the one in there alone for now.

Don't tamper with the height of the car. You will mess the handling of that car up and it's the handling that is it's key selling point.

While you are on the transmission fluid change, consider changing the differential and the transfer case fluids as well.

They are equally as important.

Whatever you do, do not clean the throttle body if you don't ha e a scanner that can zero the throttle position or angle sensor.

If you need any more tips on the mdx, you can reach out.

Enjoy the ride.
Thanks, I’m not in the country now but will definitely work according to your recommendations when I’m back and avoid the stuff you mentioned. Any suggestions on how exactly to purchase genuine fluid?
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by HumbleNdMoist:
olumzzz:
Sir
You didn't talk about the exterior upgrade to 2013 model
Why are you asking for it to be highlighted? Isn’t that just an aesthetic choice or in your opinion/experience is there some downside to doing an exterior upgrade?

I hope not cos I really prefer the ‘12/13 look over the ‘07/08

Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by nurey(m): 8:14pm On Oct 23, 2024
Hehehehehe:
Good morning boss, someone should please compare RX 330 and Acura MDX 08/09. I will like to get either of the two
https://www.nairaland.com/7441611/me-choose-chiefs-acura-mdx
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by KabirHakeem: 9:13pm On Oct 23, 2024
HumbleNdMoist:
Just got the Acura 2007 mdx as my first car, put it off for so long lol. I was very impressed by the thread bizzie2 did upgrading his 2008, although I thought some were overkill, the ones that impressed me and I plan to do before driving it were the internal and external lighting upgrades, lifting the height and widening the tires, upgrading the exterior obviously to 2013, and the media unit upgrade to touch screen with the reverse camera upgrade too.

Already picked up to change trasmission fluid, brake fluid, steering fluid, to check the timing and fan belt and to get a small scanner from scrolling here


Any advice generally by the experts in the house? What I shouldn’t do, what I should, maintenance tips, upgrades that may help me use it better? Any such thing would be appreciated
Was it toks? How much was it?
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by olaboyeh(m): 2:14am On Oct 24, 2024
abeg which Suv can one get within 7.5/8m as toks o.. I'm only seeing mdx which might seem like a fuel guzzler
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by olumzzz(m): 5:53am On Oct 24, 2024
Hehehehehe:
Good morning boss, someone should please compare RX 330 and Acura MDX 08/09. I will like to get either of the two
Both are good options depending on what you're looking for.

Driving experience - MDX (AWD trumps that of RX330 and it has better off-road capability)
Practicality - MDX (More leg and boot space. Also higher ground clearance and 3rd row seat)
Interior - MDX is clear
Fuel economy - RX (ceteris paribus)
Maintenance - RX (RX edges this because it shares engine parts with other cars, so cheaper to maintain and parts are more available)
Reliability - Very close to call, but RX edges this only because it can take more abuse.
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by olumzzz(m): 5:58am On Oct 24, 2024
olaboyeh:
abeg which Suv can one get within 7.5/8m as toks o.. I'm only seeing mdx which might seem like a fuel guzzler
SUVs are fuel guzzlers. Be ready to buy fuel if it's SUV that you want
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by olaboyeh(m): 10:34am On Oct 24, 2024
olumzzz:
SUVs are fuel guzzlers. Be ready to buy fuel if it's SUV that you want
doesn't mean we can't get a fuel economical suv...
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by olumzzz(m): 1:47pm On Oct 24, 2024
olaboyeh:
doesn't mean we can't get a fuel economical suv...
E no dey.
Unless you're considering crossovers like CRV, Rav4, Sportage or Tucson.
A proper SUV is a fuel guzzler
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by maik99(m): 5:06pm On Oct 24, 2024
olumzzz:
E no dey.
Unless you're considering crossovers like CRV, Rav4, Sportage or Tucson.
A proper SUV is a fuel guzzler
No be even for this era of #1k per liter
Ifyu can’t buy fuel regularly just buy an i4 sedan and drink water and drop cup
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by Elxandre(m): 4:25am On Oct 28, 2024
olumzzz:
E no dey.
Unless you're considering crossovers like CRV, Rav4, Sportage or Tucson.
A proper SUV is a fuel guzzler
There are still a few 4 cylinder Suvs though, like some models of highlander and prados.
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by olumzzz(m): 5:37am On Oct 28, 2024
Elxandre:
There are still a few 4 cylinder Suvs though, like some models of highlander and prados.
Yes, they use a 2.7L 4 cylinder engine but you still can't classify them as fuel efficient.
If you compare the fuel consumption to their mates using the 3.5L v6 2gr engine, the difference won't even exceed 2 or 3mpg.
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by DaVin122: 8:04am On Nov 07, 2024
Please Sir, 2016 rav 4 ,2015 Venza , 2011 Rx 350? Which should I go for ?

I initially wanted a sedan but bad roads are a threat so I'm opting for an SUV.
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by Louiscars:
DaVin122:
Please Sir, 2016 rav 4 ,2015 Venza , 2011 Rx 350? Which should I go for ?

I initially wanted a sedan but bad roads are a threat so I'm opting for an SUV.
All are great vehicles and shouldn’t give any issues, but still aren’t in the same class ( at least when comparing the Rav4 to the other two)
From your query, your only major criteria is bad roads. So I’ll just give my view on most important factors
Maintenance- The mentioned vehicles are reliable and shouldn’t give issues if all things are fine with it ( Rav4 should be easier on maintenance)
Fueling- Rav4 should be better, a 4 plugs venza would come next, but it still won’t be on par with the rav4
Refinement/luxury- no brainer the rx350/ full option of the 2015 venza
Ground clearance- venza wins here
Verdict- all are great vehicle, be careful with it powertrain they can be very expensive if anything goes wrong.
Lastly I offer vehicle pre-purchase inspection
Which includes comprehensive scan report,vin report,power train checks and other services , you can contact me @ 08028992075, cheers 🥂
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by olaboyeh(m): 7:53am On Nov 11, 2024
2009 Acura TL and 2007/08 GS350... which is better in terms of drivability, maintenance and overall
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by quietpluvi: 7:46am On Nov 28, 2024
Hey everyone, please I’d like a bit of help. I’m looking to get my first car and I have no idea which to go with. It’s will be a car for me and my family, no long distance trips but bad road is a problem. I just need something reliable and easy to maintain since I have no knowledge on anything cars and just learnt driving recently. I was considering Toyota Corolla but decided to come here to seek advice.

My budget is 7M
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by olumzzz(m): 11:08pm On Nov 28, 2024
quietpluvi:
Hey everyone, please I’d like a bit of help. I’m looking to get my first car and I have no idea which to go with. It’s will be a car for me and my family, no long distance trips but bad road is a problem. I just need something reliable and easy to maintain since I have no knowledge on anything cars and just learnt driving recently. I was considering Toyota Corolla but decided to come here to seek advice.

My budget is 7M
For bad roads, I would suggest a reliable crossover like 07 to 010 Honda CRV or 06 to 010 Rav4 (both 4 cylinder engines)
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by quietpluvi: 5:24pm On Nov 29, 2024
olumzzz:
For bad roads, I would suggest a reliable crossover like 07 to 010 Honda CRV or 06 to 010 Rav4 (both 4 cylinder engines)
Thank you so much 🙏
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by oluwaseyi0:
I just got myself an Rx 350, first car

Any info on what I should do to maintain it generally and is it recommended to change to cng gas
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by AllenSpencer: 2:20pm On Jan 04, 2025
king406:
I can't choose between Ferrari and Toyota please which one should I buy? My mechanic said I should remove the thermostat of any car i buy. Please advice angry
Buy the Toyota but make sure you drain the engine and transmission oil and use baby oil to refill. It will last forever.



Thermostat you don’t need to remove. Just remove the whole fan unit for better performance
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by revived2: 2:22pm On Jan 04, 2025
They had to reawaken this thread on fp
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by efogator(f): 2:22pm On Jan 04, 2025
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by ellizy(m): 2:29pm On Jan 04, 2025
I have 2.8m budgeted for car. Is there any car you can suggest for me to buy that can take me from my house Mararaba to Area1 Abuja and as well pickup passengers to each the burden of fuel cost?
To and fro 5 times a week movement
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by Ae247(m): 2:31pm On Jan 04, 2025
Nice
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by Watcharena: 2:34pm On Jan 04, 2025
ellizy:
I have 2.8m budgeted for car. Is there any car you can suggest for me to buy that can take me from my house Mararaba to Area1 Abuja and as well pickup passengers to each the burden of fuel cost?
To and fro 5 times a week movement
Peugeot 206 Nigerian used ,Camry pencil light Abi Na tiny light Nigerian used as well
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by nedekid: 3:30pm On Jan 04, 2025
king406:
I can't choose between Ferrari and Toyota please which one should I buy? My mechanic said I should remove the thermostat of any car i buy. Please advice angry
That your mechanic hates you for saying you should remove the thermostat. Infact when I checkout any vehicle the first thing I do to find out if it has been abused is to open the ignition to see if the fan has been made permanent. Once I see that, I waka.
Never remove the thermostat of a vehicle neither should you tamper with the cooling fan factory settings.
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by captainking(m): 3:51pm On Jan 04, 2025
How is this just making fp after 7 years...
Re: The Official Car Comparison/Recommendation Thread by SuperBaby: 4:06pm On Jan 04, 2025
I want to get an acura 2010 TL as my first car. Any advice from owners of this car will be appreciated
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