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holufemy:
Thinking of buying a used car? Some cars are not be considered, due to certain reason soon to be revealed. ConsumerReports.org published list of 20 cars to be avoided from the 2003 to 2012 models. This Articles lists 10 cars , others will be in the Part 2.

20. BMW 7-Series

Although this car is expensive, and a flagship car from the German auto maker BMW, it is known to have lots of issues over the years. The 2002-2003 model has so much issues, BMW had to call back some models. Some regions had to extend the warranty period to 7 years/100,000 miles as against 4years/50,000 miles. BMW 7 series is ranked among these categories Engine major Faults, Engine minor faults, Transmission major, Transmission minor.

19. BMW X-5 (Six Cylinders)

Also from the German auto-maker is the Six Cylinder 3.0i X-5 2003-2011 model. Its very unstable, even with the improvements in 2005, its still unstable. Its ranked worse in the following faults include: Engine Major, Engine Minor, Drive system, Climate Control, Power control, Audio System.

18.Chrysler PT Cruiser

It ranked worse in Engine Major, Engine Minor, Engine Cooling, Transmission Major (though this was improved in 04-06), Drive System, Fuel System, Electrical System, Climate System, Suspension, and Squeaks and Rattles faults. PT cruiser also has a loud cabin.

17. Chevrolet Uplander

it ranked worse in Transmission Minor, Drive System, Fuel System, Electrical System, Climate System, Suspension, Brakes, Paint and Trim, Squeaks and Rattles, Body Hardware, and Power Equipment faults.

16. Chrysler Town & Country

Town & Country's Engine Cooling, Climate System, Suspension, Brakes, Paint and Trim, Squeaks and Rattles, Body Hardware, and Power Equipment are not reliable. Though its fair in handling, braking, fuel economy, and fit and finish.

15. Dodge Caravan and Grand Caravan

Caravan is very popular, yet it has issues similar to that of Chrysler Town & Country.

14. Dodge Journey

The Journey had a bit unsettling ride and its handling lacked agility in Consumer Reports’ testing. Major issues were in its Drive System, Electrical System, Suspension, Brakes, Paint and Trim, Squeaks and Rattles, Body Hardware, and Audio System.

13. Dodge Ram 2500(Diesel)
Common problems with the turbo diesel model were mostly in the Drive System and Fuel System. Some years suffered from worse rankings in Engine Cooling, Climate System, Suspension, Exhaust, and Body Hardware.

12. Ford Explorer (V6 4WD)

Consumer Reports found the V6 Explorer’s power plant to be crude and noisy while the 2006 redesign didn’t help to improve the SUV’s fit and finish. Handling lacked agility while the ride remained stiff. Improvements were made with the 2011 model, when the Explorer moved to the Flex’s platform, helping it give a comfier ride with a well-finished interior. As for reliability, older models suffered from Transmission Major, Transmission Minor, Drive System, Suspension, Paint and Trim, Squeaks and Rattles, Body Hardware, and more recently, Audio System issues.

11. Ford F250 (Diesel)

The turbo diesel Ford F-250 was ranked worse in several categories, including Engine Major, Engine Minor, Engine Cooling, Drive System, Fuel System, Electrical System, and the exhaust had issues in 2008.

10. Volkswagen Toaureg
According to Consumer Reports Toaureg owners also have their fair share of issues with the vehicle. The first-generation Touareg has received complaints for having premature failure of the center support bearings, an issue that would occur after the original warranty was over. Though much improved in 2011, the older Touareg suffers from Engine Major, Transmission Minor, Drive System, Fuel System, Electrical System, Power Equipment, and Audio System issues.

9. Saturn Relay
Saturn relay was introduced in 2005, it was discontinued in 2007 due to poor sales. Consumer Reports found the minivan to have a stiff and noisy ride, reluctant handling, and its fit and finish insubstantial. Reliability suffers in the following categories: Engine Cooling (2007), Transmission Minor, Drive System, Fuel System, Electrical System, Climate System, Suspension, Brakes, Paint and Trim, Squeaks and Rattles, Body Hardware, and Power Equipment.

8. Saturn Outlook
This is the survivor of the Saturn Relay, it lasted four years from 2007-2010. it’s always wise to avoid automaker that no longer exist when shopping for a used car. Categories with worse marks through its model years include Engine Major, Engine Minor, Engine Cooling, Transmission Major, Transmission Minor, Drive System, Electrical System, Climate System, Suspension, Squeaks and Rattles, Power Equipment, and Audio System. In fact, the Outlook only scored better in Exhaust, and Paint and Trim in 2007.

7. Nissan Armada

Although the Nissan Armada very powerful with 9,100 pounds towing capacity, It has lots some uhmmm 'not so cool' attributes. brake system, exhaust and audio systems got the worst scores. In the 2010-2011 model years, the Armada got worse in Electrical System (2010), Climate System, Paint and Trim (2010), Squeaks and Rattles, Body Hardware, and Power Equipment (2010).

6. Mini Cooper s

The Mini Cooper S may be a fun, stylish compact car, but is also one to avoid purchasing used. There’s no denying its popularity on the market, but the Cooper S isn’t free of troubles. In its current form, the Cooper S is powered by a turbocharged, 1.6-liter engine with 181 hp and 177 lb-ft of torque.

The Cooper S, according to Consumer Reports, has reliability issues with its engine, engine cooling, transmission, and fuel system. Other categories that received poor marks over the years include Climate System (2003), Suspension, Exhaust, Paint and Trim (2008), Squeaks and Rattles, and Body Hardware.

5. Mercedes-Benz GL-Class

This is the only Mercedes Benz on the list. Despite the reputation of the German automaker the Mercedes benz GL class reliability suffered in several categories. Worse rankings were given for the Engine Minor, Transmission Major, Drive System, Fuel System, Electrical System, Suspension, Paint and Trim, Body Hardware, Power Equipment, and Audio System categories.

4. Kia Sorento V6

Stiff ride with clumsy handling, Engine Major issues, Engine Cooling, Drive System, Fuel System, Climate System, Brakes, Exhaust, Paint and Trim, Squeaks and Rattles, Body Hardware, and Power Equipment. In 2004, its Audio System received poor marks but was improved since.

3. Jeep Wrangler (Four Door)

The Wrangler originally debuted in 1987 and has since been known as one of America’s most rugged vehicles. Still, Consumer Reports found enough issues from used Wranglers to have it on its list. The Wrangler has issues like numb and slow steering, clumsy handling, and road noise was loud and constant. Minor Transmission issues, and Fuel System issues.

2. GMC Acadia
It is GMC’s first crossover SUV and is the first unibody vehicle from the automaker. One of the major issues Consumer Reports found on the GMC Acadia in its 2009 testing was the transmission’s reluctance to downshift at certain times. As for its reliability, the Acadia was vastly improved in the 2011-2012 model years, though from 2007-2010 it ranked worse in the following categories: Engine Major, Engine Minor, Engine Cooling, Transmission Major, Transmission Minor, Drive System, Electrical System, Climate System, Suspension, Squeaks and Rattles, Power Equipment, and Audio System.

1. Nissan Pathfinder

Nissan Pathfinder has fair share issues, especially the 2005 model. Major problem is transmission. Other issues include fuel system, body paint issue

Source: http://www.wheelsng.com/2015/06/top-used-cars-to-avoid-part/

Haaa mr op u no add crv to ur list ....that vehicle is not good .

holufemy:
Thinking of buying a used car? Some cars are not be considered, due to certain reason soon to be revealed. ConsumerReports.org published list of 20 cars to be avoided from the 2003 to 2012 models. This Articles lists 10 cars , others will be in the Part 2.



1. Nissan Pathfinder

Nissan Pathfinder has fair share issues, especially the 2005 model. Major problem is transmission. Other issues include fuel system, body paint issue

Source: http://www.wheelsng.com/2015/06/top-used-cars-to-avoid-part/

The solution to the Pathfinder "Transmission issue" is a very simple thing! Its called BYPASS
Will not even cost you up to Five thousand Naira to solve, but the important thing is that you have to detect it before it spoils your Transmission Control.

You will know it is developing that problem if you open your Radiator Cover and you see some White/Yellowish Grease on the inside part of the cover and maybe some "Oily Sleek" on the water in the Radiator.
If you see that, your Transmission is being damaged to some extent.

Do the By-Pass straight away.

The problem mostly in the old models 2009 downwards but has been corrected in the 2011 Models Onward. I own one of the new ones, so l know.

[I agree with you. I was wondering if it isnt the same Nissan (Primera) my mother drove for 11 years without ANY issue. Within the first month she drove the Honda she was embarrased. Within every car make, I think there are brands to be more specific about. Making generalizations like, all Nissans are problematic is not a correct analogy. I was involved in buying a Nissan xterra 2003 model for a friend of mine about 5 yrs ago. The car has performed excellently well in Benue where it has been on farming trips and all manner of driving terrains. Its good to be specific; make, model, year, even engine type. quote author=BTT post=36000086]

Brother, Pls pardon me sir, but you don't know nothing about Nissan.

I have 2 Nissan products. And I will buy another after another.

You should know.[/quote]

You can never go wrong with a Toyota

Nicepoker:
Op remove ford explorer from the list. The car is good. Minor problem u may encounter on This car is when u want to replace spark plugs. U will need special plug spanner . For the F250 mehn that car is a problematic car. I work on ford, bmw and range rover I know what am talking about. For the BM x 5. The number one problem is. Over heating. AVOID. Ford expedition 8cylinder that suv is total crap.

I agree with you on the Explorer. I do not use it but my friend does...its really owesome.

LKO:
Bros, do u have any reason for including golf 3? I was thinking golf 3 is problem free o and people do recommend it for low income earners.

Golf 3 was the first car I bought and I know what I went through.I suffered a lot,a week does not pass without me going to the mechanic or electrician.Issues includes cold starting problems in the morning,break and quench in the afternoon,break disc and clutch problems,shaft and tie rod problem,carburretor,coil or module problems,the list is endless.I recommend used 96 model toyota camry,1998 model camry(pencil light),1998 toyota corolla and C-class Benz for low income earners. These cars have second hand value and won't give you problems.

paulavon:
Golf 3 was the first car I bought and I know what I went through.I suffered a lot,a week does not pass without me going to the mechanic or electrician.Issues includes cold starting problems in the morning,break and quench in the afternoon,break disc and clutch problems,shaft and tie rod problem,carburretor,coil or module problems,the list is endless.I recommend used 96 model toyota camry,1998 model camry(pencil light),1998 toyota corolla and C-class Benz for low income earners. These cars have second hand value and won't give you problems.

Na wa ooo. This ur testimony shocked me seriously. So many people here on nairaland keeps recommending it for low income earners, thanks for d info. Do u have any ideal about the 2000 model toyota carina E? (Not hatch back). U recommended C-class benz, are u serious? Do u buy ur golf toks or naija used?

LKO:
Na wa ooo. This ur testimony shocked me seriously. So many people here on nairaland keeps recommending it for low income earners, thanks for d info. Do u have any ideal about the 2000 model toyota carina E? (Not hatch back). U recommended C-class benz, are u serious? Do u buy ur golf toks or naija used?

Wat do u say abt d Camry 2000 cos I want to get dat as soon as I can

Bro I beg you to take your mind off Golf 3,I bought mine as Tokunbo,I will not even allow my enemy to buy that car.I do not really know anything about the 2000 model Carina E. C-class Benz is a nice car,the spare parts are cheap,the engine is around 40k,good fuel economy also.Instead of Carina E why not go for Toyota Avensis of similar model or Pencil light Camry.

LKO:
Na wa ooo. This ur testimony shocked me seriously. So many people here on nairaland keeps recommending it for low income earners, thanks for d info. Do u have any ideal about the 2000 model toyota carina E? (Not hatch back). U recommended C-class benz, are u serious? Do u buy ur golf toks or naija used?

Excuzeme:
The solution to the Pathfinder "Transmission issue" is a very simple thing! Its called BYPASS
Will not even cost you up to Five thousand Naira to solve, but the important thing is that you have to detect it before it spoils your Transmission Control.

You will know it is developing that problem if you open your Radiator Cover and you see some White/Yellowish Grease on the inside part of the cover and maybe some "Oily Sleek" on the water in the Radiator.
If you see that, your Transmission is being damaged to some extent.

Do the By-Pass straight away.

The problem mostly in the old models 2009 downwards but has been corrected in the 2011 Models Onward. I own one of the new ones, so l know.

Be kind to tell us more about this by-pass. I am honestly interested.

paulavon:
Bro I beg you to take your mind off Golf 3,I bought mine as Tokunbo,I will not even allow my enemy to buy that car.I do not really know anything about the 2000 model Carina E. C-class Benz is a nice car,the spare parts are cheap,the engine is around 40k,good fuel economy also.Instead of Carina E why not go for Toyota Avensis of similar model or Pencil light Camry.

Thank u oooooo. God bless.

What about MDX? If Nigerians hear the name MDX Dem go take off. Is it such bad?

paulavon:
Additional used cars to avoid include;

Land rover Freelander V6

Voltswagen Golf 3

Golf 4

Voltswagen passat V6

Nissan optima

Honda Babyboy

Honda Accord 2003(EOD)

Toyota Sequoia

Nissan Quest

Murano

I see.

paulavon:
Golf 3 was the first car I bought and I know what I went through.I suffered a lot,a week does not pass without me going to the mechanic or electrician.Issues includes cold starting problems in the morning,break and quench in the afternoon,break disc and clutch problems,shaft and tie rod problem,carburretor,coil or module problems,the list is endless.I recommend used 96 model toyota camry,1998 model camry(pencil light),1998 toyota corolla and C-class Benz for low income earners. These cars have second hand value and won't give you problems.

Hmmm

Paulavon! Paulavon! Paulavon! How many times I call U? Say d truth & shame d devil: U mst have bought Ur golf3 @ 3rd hand because dat CAR rocks!

Excuzeme:
The solution to the Pathfinder "Transmission issue" is a very simple thing! Its called BYPASS
Will not even cost you up to Five thousand Naira to solve, but the important thing is that you have to detect it before it spoils your Transmission Control.

You will know it is developing that problem if you open your Radiator Cover and you see some White/Yellowish Grease on the inside part of the cover and maybe some "Oily Sleek" on the water in the Radiator.
If you see that, your Transmission is being damaged to some extent.

Do the By-Pass straight away.

The problem mostly in the old models 2009 downwards but has been corrected in the 2011 Models Onward. I own one of the new ones, so l know.

Bros please can u recommend a place where i can get this done? I have a pathfinder 05/06 snd will like to fix this b4 it affects my transmission

davizfx:
Bros please can u recommend a place where i can get this done? I have a pathfinder 05/06 snd will like to fix this b4 it affects my transmission

Are you in Abuja and environs? If yes call Mike on 07034581213.
If you're in Lagos and environs, contact Gazzuzz 08033910382.

Dear Sirs,which one of the Honda EODs is the best for a lady?

TopeMel:
Dear Sirs,which one of the Honda EODs is the best for a lady?

Go for 2005 model

thank God my Rx 350 isn't on d list, I for send amadioha meet d OP

This thread accommodates all sorts of talks. I had used Nissan quest twice 96 model and recently 2001 model. The engine if well maintained do not gv problem at all. It is a strong car am planning to go on 05 model now.No car is bad it denpends on maintenance and manner in which it is handled.

ednut1:
nissan pathfinder 05 bros u can lie o. my friend has been using dat ride since 2012. only been worked on 2wice. and d car still dey fire

He is very right bro from experience the pathfinder and the armanda is a no go area my friend.

the winner of these category is the Nissan Murano...Nissan corp. made made more fortune selling its gearbox than dey did from de vehicle itself

very useless SUV

Second hand value is zero

caprini1:
I was a Victim of Chrysler Town and country until a wizard mechanic I just bumped into at trade fair complex turned the van to one of my best automobiles.

Hello my dear good bros,
Please can you help me out with the name and contact of the wizard mechanic you spoke about. My contact is 08054942314, For Whatsapp 08094203615.


I live in Festac near trade fair and for more than 5 years now I've been looking for a wizard mechanic that can help with stubborn car problems.


Most mechanics I encounter drain me financially and yet create more problems for the cars.

ikupakuti:
the winner of these cààÀategory is the Nissan Murano...Nissan corp. made made more fortune selling its gearbox than dey did from de vehicle itself

very useless SUV

Second hand value is zero

murano is badnews, its the worse thing that's happened to SUVs

Does anyone has any experience with Chrysler PT Cruiser, 2006 model?

I'm surprised it's on the list.

LKO:
Na wa ooo. This ur testimony shocked me seriously. So many people here on nairaland keeps recommending it for low income earners, thanks for d info. Do u have any ideal about the 2000 model toyota carina E? (Not hatch back). U recommended C-class benz, are u serious? Do u buy ur golf toks or naija used?

Well I like my own Golf 3. It has never given problem as described by others. I did not buy Belgium but Nigerian fully used for a while before I got it. It's on its 4th year with me... I ve not spent up to summation of N150k in the last 3 yrs thereabout

Kdude:
Well I like my own Golf 3. It has never given problem as described by others. I did not buy Belgium but Nigerian fully used for a while before I got it. It's on its 4th year with me... I ve not spent up to summation of N150k in the last 3 yrs thereabout

Bros, is it auto or manual? What about its fuel efficiency? Thanks.