why do cars need to be repaired everytime in Nigeria
One can use any brand of car for up to 4 years in some countries without ever opening the bonnet except for regular servicing or washer fluid top-up.

ednut1:
hw many baby boy still dey road compared to pencil light

Ehh anytime am driving my baby boy atleast I go see 5+baby boys crusien

To think of it, I allowed people talked me out of using Honda to buying toyota.
Yes my Honda leg is bad and power steering but really that is the only thing I fix. Since I got this Toyota, I keep fixing shocks and having all sort of mechanical problems.the engines like oil a lot and get heated quickly, whenever we are 3 or 4 in the car, I keel brushing the ground on rough roads or bumps. I just miss the Honda. I feel like king in it but Toyota makes me drive more carefully.
Lastly the fuel economy thing is a myth. My full tank in Honda takes me to work for 2 weeks but Toyota is like 1 week or less if I wakawaka small.

FestacGirl:
Is Toyota as Reliable as we try to make it seem in this country ?.

I've come to realise it's very easy to diagnose and the China inferior parts are everywhere Hence the reason why people think the parts are cheap.

I've used quite a few toyota's and I can say they are not very solid as people try to make it seem.

I had a 2007 camry bought from the states . Started shorting oil after 9 months. This is a very common problem with this model but people never mention it.
Ps I used the recommenfed oil, Mobil 1 from USA 5w-30

The almighty corolla we love so much is quite durable. But the suspension components are garbage and within a while the suspension noise will start.
The original parts are not even cheap.
But if you patronize the cheap Chinese you might get them cheap but they give away so fast.

I'm currently using a 2008 Highlander V6 2gr (picked it over the rav4 and rx330 ) Bought it 2 months ago.

This vehicle has only 120k original miles. The movement is very quick I must say .
On the glass it states the former owner has been servicing with 5w-20 Castrol and I was lucky to find couple of service history receipts in the glove compartment.
The car has been taken cared of well. But I noticed quite a few perks in a car of such miles. It makes the dreaded grinding noise at start up. I already changed the oil with 5w-20 Mobil but still same.

Why would a car of this mile be having vvti issues then I searched Internet . This is a common issues with this vehicle, The rav4 v6 , highlander v6 , auRion and Co .
From 2006 -2010 .
Toyota didn't issue any recall infact I found out it was a night mere for most users as they sold theirs when he noise started.

I also have foul smell from the exhaust when I accelerate . My catalytic converter is in good condition. No Cel . Most people also complain of this issue on the rav4 and highlander from as low as 30k miles.

This smell is scary because even with the windows up I smell it in the interior.


Their are loads of shitty issue I've noticed on toyota but people will ignore because of the hype.

The 2gr I heard is over 500k.

The camry 4plug engine is over 250k and it's not very durable.
** Start up sounds even from using the right oil
** Burning oil .
** The engine is also quite lazy.


I feel this brand is over hyped.
And people spend hundreds repairing this cars but they don't find anything wrong in doing that.
But if it was a Honda with such problems they would give it names.



If it was a Honda or Nissan it would have been crucified.

Stop lamenting like a woman. If you are not happy with the car dash me or just go to sleep and leave us in peace. Smmmhhhhh

Wilfredpat22:
Please my tiny light toyota is making annoying noise at the back rear of the drivers side??

My mechanic changed the shock absorbers and since then that noise is coming out. Please someone should quote me.

PS-the rods and leakages supporting the absorbers has been removed yet the noise persist

Heheh. Who thought you about rods and linkages too much going to mechanics abi

feelgoodstuffs:
I prefer Nissan Rogue

The suv that sips fuel like a sedan.

FestacGirl:
Is Toyota as Reliable as we try to make it seem in this country ?.

I've come to realise it's very easy to diagnose and the China inferior parts are everywhere Hence the reason why people think the parts are cheap.

I've used quite a few toyota's and I can say they are not very solid as people try to make it seem.

I had a 2007 camry bought from the states . Started shorting oil after 9 months. This is a very common problem with this model but people never mention it.
Ps I used the recommenfed oil, Mobil 1 from USA 5w-30

The almighty corolla we love so much is quite durable. But the suspension components are garbage and within a while the suspension noise will start.
The original parts are not even cheap.
But if you patronize the cheap Chinese you might get them cheap but they give away so fast.

I'm currently using a 2008 Highlander V6 2gr (picked it over the rav4 and rx330 ) Bought it 2 months ago.

This vehicle has only 120k original miles. The movement is very quick I must say .
On the glass it states the former owner has been servicing with 5w-20 Castrol and I was lucky to find couple of service history receipts in the glove compartment.
The car has been taken cared of well. But I noticed quite a few perks in a car of such miles. It makes the dreaded grinding noise at start up. I already changed the oil with 5w-20 Mobil but still same.

Why would a car of this mile be having vvti issues then I searched Internet . This is a common issues with this vehicle, The rav4 v6 , highlander v6 , auRion and Co .
From 2006 -2010 .
Toyota didn't issue any recall infact I found out it was a night mere for most users as they sold theirs when he noise started.

I also have foul smell from the exhaust when I accelerate . My catalytic converter is in good condition. No Cel . Most people also complain of this issue on the rav4 and highlander from as low as 30k miles.

This smell is scary because even with the windows up I smell it in the interior.


Their are loads of shitty issue I've noticed on toyota but people will ignore because of the hype.

The 2gr I heard is over 500k.

The camry 4plug engine is over 250k and it's not very durable.
** Start up sounds even from using the right oil
** Burning oil .
** The engine is also quite lazy.


I feel this brand is over hyped.
And people spend hundreds repairing this cars but they don't find anything wrong in doing that.
But if it was a Honda with such problems they would give it names.



If it was a Honda or Nissan it would have been crucified.

Maybe in comparison to cost of purchase n repairs, They are okay.


But when compared to Mercedes Audi BMW n Volkswagen, Japanese cars are wack.

u nor c wetin I deh talk now?
sombody here sed wen an owner switched on d cd playa, nah so rear window wiper start work wey dem nor send am.
my broda, I refuse to finga village ppl 4 dis matta cos DEY AH KOMPLETELY INNOCENT ON DIS ONE!

no bigman moto, no big wahala!

If I were to choose between 2015 Benz and Volvo in Nigeria, I would take the Benz. Sourcing for parts/expertise will be easier for Benz.

adesina746:


Boss please i have a few enquirues for you. What model and year of volvo do u drive as i also plan to buy a volvo or benz and am looking at 2015 production and a friend is advising i go for volvo because of safety. I also heard the A.C is cool and it has little problems apart from parts. So i need your recomendation in choosing right

feelgoodstuffs:
I prefer Nissan Rogue

Nah it has transmission issues

BabaCommander:

Good analysis. Thank you for letting us know your user experience with Toyota. What brand or brands of cars do you think is/are more durable and suited for our roads especially during the rainy season? Also, could you be kind enough to gift me your
2007 camry if you are not using it at the moment?. I need a car badly for mobility at the moment.
Thank you.

Must some pips turn every opportunity to cyberbeg? Did she say she came to count bridges in Lagos?

Yep, Toyota is slightly overhyped. There's herd mentality too a bit.

On the positive side:

(1) Mechanics experiment with Toyota cars daily. From first day as apprentice. Because they are ubiquitous. So mechanics understand the brand better. That makes it possible for virtually any decent mech & Kazeems to repair it.

(2) because of high demand for parts, the market is awash with fakes. This gives the impression that parts are cheap. Psychologically good. Though long term economically & safety-wise not good.

(3) Second hand value is good & easy to sell on too.

(4) Though common, it's still a respected brand. Given a choice a teacher or average person will choose a RAV-4 over a Nissan Exterra, Rover Freelander or other brands of models in roughly similar bracket.

FestacGirl:
Is Toyota as Reliable as we try to make it seem in this country ?.

I've come to realise it's very easy to diagnose and the China inferior parts are everywhere Hence the reason why people think the parts are cheap.

I've used quite a few toyota's and I can say they are not very solid as people try to make it seem.

I had a 2007 camry bought from the states . Started shorting oil after 9 months. This is a very common problem with this model but people never mention it.
Ps I used the recommenfed oil, Mobil 1 from USA 5w-30

The almighty corolla we love so much is quite durable. But the suspension components are garbage and within a while the suspension noise will start.
The original parts are not even cheap.
But if you patronize the cheap Chinese you might get them cheap but they give away so fast.

I'm currently using a 2008 Highlander V6 2gr (picked it over the rav4 and rx330 ) Bought it 2 months ago.

This vehicle has only 120k original miles. The movement is very quick I must say .
On the glass it states the former owner has been servicing with 5w-20 Castrol and I was lucky to find couple of service history receipts in the glove compartment.
The car has been taken cared of well. But I noticed quite a few perks in a car of such miles. It makes the dreaded grinding noise at start up. I already changed the oil with 5w-20 Mobil but still same.

Why would a car of this mile be having vvti issues then I searched Internet . This is a common issues with this vehicle, The rav4 v6 , highlander v6 , auRion and Co .
From 2006 -2010 .
Toyota didn't issue any recall infact I found out it was a night mere for most users as they sold theirs when he noise started.

I also have foul smell from the exhaust when I accelerate . My catalytic converter is in good condition. No Cel . Most people also complain of this issue on the rav4 and highlander from as low as 30k miles.

This smell is scary because even with the windows up I smell it in the interior.


Their are loads of shitty issue I've noticed on toyota but people will ignore because of the hype.

The 2gr I heard is over 500k.

The camry 4plug engine is over 250k and it's not very durable.
** Start up sounds even from using the right oil
** Burning oil .
** The engine is also quite lazy.


I feel this brand is over hyped.
And people spend hundreds repairing this cars but they don't find anything wrong in doing that.
But if it was a Honda with such problems they would give it names.



If it was a Honda or Nissan it would have been crucified.

It is not a hype. Toyota is the most reliable auto brand in the whole world and not just in Nigeria.

AreaFada2:
Yep, Toyota is slightly overhyped. There's herd mentality too a bit.

On the positive side:

(1) Mechanics experiment with Toyota cars daily. From first day as apprentice. Because they are ubiquitous. So mechanics understand the brand better. That makes it possible for virtually any decent mech & Kazeems to repair it.

(2) because of high demand for parts, the market is awash with fakes. This gives the impression that parts are cheap. Psychologically good. Though long term economically & safety-wise not good.

(3) Second hand value is good & easy to sell on too.

(4) Though common, it's still a respected brand. Given a choice a teacher or average person will choose a RAV-4 over a Nissan Exterra, Rover Freelander or other brands of models in roughly similar bracket.

It is not overhyped. Check the records, they are number one in the world in terms of reliability.

Honda is the best.
Buy Japanese and not salvage vehicles from US.

I bought a Japanese Toyota Camry recently from one igbo guy. the car is perfect as shitt despite being a 2000 model

salford:
why do cars need to be repaired everytime in Nigeria
One can use any brand of car for up to 4 years in some countries without ever opening the bonnet except for regular servicing or washer fluid top-up.

It all boils down to the poor maintenace culture of Nigerians.

SpaceAngel:
If I were to choose between 2015 Benz and Volvo in Nigeria, I would take the Benz. Sourcing for parts/expertise will be easier for Benz.

Alright thanks i appreciate

fatiuabdul:
u ar on point bro, i have used honda accord and and presently i am using Toyota Camry. personally honda ar more rugged than toyota abeg!

yeah, Honda is rugged too if they can fix their k-leg problem with the "Accords" . My eyes were On DC before buying Toyota cos our road is very bad. Honda should fix that problem before we start rating them over Toyota.

dokiOloye:
If you've used even a volkswagen golf 3,you will find it difficult to enjoy any corrola.
The stability at speed,feeling of heaviness, etc

On point, golf 3 is a very rugged car and it has stability too. Go to Kano and some other cities u will find out that its mostly use for taxi bcus of its ruggedness.
I plan on upgrading to a newer model but I don't know if they are as reliable as this model.
Honestly, I like VW product will like to know a newer model of 2007 upward that's good I can buy.

wickyyolo:


Which car is that ?

Volvo S40.

Wilfredpat22:


Please can you just keep quiet as I have spent 65k on this? Do you have a car yourself

if you truly spent 65k to fix that issue and yet you keep hearing noises, your mechanic should be raped mercilessly.

BabaCommander:

Good analysis. Thank you for letting us know your user experience with Toyota. What brand or brands of cars do you think is/are more durable and suited for our roads especially during the rainy season? Also, could you be kind enough to gift me your
2007 camry if you are not using it at the moment?. I need a car badly for mobility at the moment.
Thank you.

Customer care, how may I help you?

udemzyudex:


LOL, you no dey use am at all?

Jigawa, Enugu, Port Harcourt, Kano, Lafia, Lagos, Ibadan.... all from Abuja.

Used 60litres from Ibadan to Abuja.

ogbevireo:


Which car and year model was this?
Please include the name so that others can enjoy the good product.
Thanks!

Volvo S40. I think its 2000 model. 99 or 2000.

agarawu23:
yeah, Honda is rugged too if they can fix their k-leg problem with the "Accords" . My eyes were On DC before buying Toyota cos our road is very bad. Honda should fix that problem before we start rating them over Toyota.

That K-leg (suspension) problem is the only thing I fear most in Honda.
I use my cars rough, but I testify that my 2000 Avalon have never left me stranded for the 7 years it has been in use.

I don't know why someone who is willing to shell out millions to invest in a car, will not do simple background check before going to the market. It's easier these days to go online and read up car reviews before going to the market. Also someone mentioned VIN check before buying.
But sense is far from most Nigerians.

HardMirror:
get a prado/land cruiser and see how police paves way for you.

Boring Toyota.... The parts are not even cheap as people say, I can't gift anyone a Toyota. It must be German!!!

MrJames007:
It's a poor man's ride, hence the hype!

Can't agree less.

eagleeye2:

That K-leg (suspension) problem is the only thing I fear most in Honda.
I use my cars rough, but I testify that my 2000 Avalon have never left me stranded for the 7 years it has been in use.

avalon is another beast. I still can't take my eyes off Honda though. The baddest interiors and the cooling shilling AC. I do drag my dad Honda evil spirit with him when I ever I visit him. But one can't enjoy Honda in a bad road environment ........its painful

Nigerian roads contributes more damage to cars in Nigeria and I think Toyota cars are manageable in all conditions here with low cost part but the like of Benz and German cars are expensive to maintain in terms of damage but for me I prefer a good bmw.