Olumyyde:
Hello house, pls how efficient is the Honda 97 academy in terms of parts availability and affordability, fuel economy and maintenance? Tnx. Cc Nurey Cc Heavenlybang.

You're asking too many questions.... Choose a car and stick to it!!

nurey:

In 3 years time EOD and DC would be gala
In 5 years big daddy and 03-07 corolla would be the next gala
In 7 years camry muscle would be gala
There are alot of potential gala coming soon near you

U no serious. Hahahahahahaha, gala ko, boli ni.

nurey:


In 3 years time EOD and DC would be gala

In 5 years big daddy and 03-07 corolla would be the next gala

In 7 years camry muscle would be gala

There are alot of potential gala coming soon near you

All these cars na gala already na.

HeavenlyBang:


All these cars na gala already na.

Not yet they are still above 500k, the camry drop light and tiny light are edging towards gala price let's say middle of the year naija used will hover around 350k-450k then we can comfortably say
"Yes gala here, gala here"
"Buy your fine gala here"
"Cheap cheap naira"
"Cheap cheap naira"
"fine girl meloo"

nurey:


Not yet they are still above 500k, the camry drop light and tiny light are edging towards gala price let's say middle of the year naija used will hover around 350k-450k then we can comfortably say
"Yes gala here, gala here"
"Buy your fine gala here"
"Cheap cheap naira"
"Cheap cheap naira"
"fine girl meloo"

HeavenlyBang:


You're joking. Forget the mpg listed online, ask people who use that car what their mileage is like. Not only in Nigeria sef. Yes, even in the US where people use the premium gas that the RDX absolutely requires. Imagine how bad it'd be with Nigerian fuel. The RDX is fuckin awful on gas.

https://www.motortrend.com/cars/acura/rdx/2007/2007-acura-rdx-verdict/
17 mpg on premium, lmao.

Cc: Radautoworks. What was your gas mileage like on the RDX, the one with the turbo?

And yes, the RX is more luxurious than the RDX. What are you talking about? Even ignoring actual features and everything, the RX competes against the MDX, a more expensive, bigger Acura. RDX is positioned against the new Lexus NX. An RX is more luxurious than an RDX of same year.

Umm.. no. You can't compare the features on both period. I compared all in the same year the RDX, GLK, RR Evoque and RX 2008 and again in 2015. Was sorely disappointed by the GLK and RX and couldn't justify the price difference for the Evoque. Never thought I'd drive Honda but RDX was clear winner. Fuel economy is crap though because you can't help but floor it

radautoworks:


Umm.. no. You can't compare the features on both period. I compared all in the same year the RDX, GLK, RR Evoque and RX. Was sorely disappointed by the GLK and RX and couldn't justify the price difference for the Evoque. Never thought I'd drive Honda but RDX was clear winner. Fuel economy is crap though because you can't help but floor it

When I say luxury, I'm not talking about only tech features. Materials, comfort of seats, stereo, etc. I'd much rather go on a long trip in an RX than in an RDX, at least for the years the guy's comparing (2007).

But yeah, the GLK is a bit shite, haha.

.

HeavenlyBang:


When I say luxury, I'm not talking about only tech features. Materials, comfort of seats, stereo, etc. I'd much rather go on a long trip in an RX than in an RDX, at least for the years the guy's comparing (2007).

But yeah, the GLK is a bit shite, haha.

Even with those, I find the RDX superior.... Did many a Houston-San Antonio trip in the RDX because it was so much fun and comfortable. Also, for triple like that, it was actually great on gas 22-25 if I remember correctly but like 14-17 in City (07 turbo).

To think I almost refused to look at Acura! It wasn't even on my list. Ex boyfriend made me look at it and I ended up buying it on the spot. So many buttons bwahaha

Big bosses,
I have a question, I was looking forward to getting an RX 330 say an 06 model, but a friend suggested I buy an MDX 08 since both cost about the same.

However, I don't know much about the MDX made by Acura compared to the Lexus.
Please, with all experiences about cars and Nigeria wahala, which will you suggest I settle for and why??

Thanks

survivex:
Big bosses,
I have a question, I was looking forward to getting an RX 330 say an 06 model, but a friend suggested I buy an MDX 08 since both cost about the same.

However, I don't know much about the MDX made by Acura compared to the Lexus.
Please, with all experiences about cars and Nigeria wahala, which will you suggest I settle for and why??

Thanks

Both are ok but more recent should be better as in 08 MDX should be considered than 06 RX.

Do a VIN check in order not to buy a mathematics vehicle cause that's the new rave in town

The issue I have with the MDX

1. The transmission issue was not totally ruled out but was better than the 01-06 years. With high mileage one you could be looking at transmission replacement.

2. Premium gasoline required, the 3.7L engine is bad enough in mpg using it in naija with the rubbish fuel sold here would cause power loss and bad fuel economy, at worse engine wear and tear at alarming rate.

My verdict jejely go and buy the Lexus and admire the MDX from afar

nurey:


Both are ok but more recent should be better as in 08 MDX should be considered than 06 RX.

Do a VIN check in order not to buy a mathematics vehicle cause that's the new rave in town

Many thanks boss

survivex:
Big bosses,
I have a question, I was looking forward to getting an RX 330 say an 06 model, but a friend suggested I buy an MDX 08 since both cost about the same.

However, I don't know much about the MDX made by Acura compared to the Lexus.
Please, with all experiences about cars and Nigeria wahala, which will you suggest I settle for and why??

Thanks

Listen to nureys advice (from an MDX owner).
However if you don't intend to travel with it or have serious need for speed, get the MDX. Its a head turner. Its not as common as the Lexus.

radautoworks:


Even with those, I find the RDX superior.... Did many a Houston-San Antonio trip in the RDX because it was so much fun and comfortable. Also, for triple like that, it was actually great on gas 22-25 if I remember correctly but like 14-17 in City (07 turbo).

To think I almost refused to look at Acura! It wasn't even on my list. Ex boyfriend made me look at it and I ended up buying it on the spot. So many buttons bwahaha

Fair enough!

@ nurey: You win on the luxury debate.

survivex:
Big bosses,
I have a question, I was looking forward to getting an RX 330 say an 06 model, but a friend suggested I buy an MDX 08 since both cost about the same.

However, I don't know much about the MDX made by Acura compared to the Lexus.
Please, with all experiences about cars and Nigeria wahala, which will you suggest I settle for and why??

Thanks

The MDX is, indeed, a better car. Handles better, is more luxurious, has way more power, looks better, etc.

Like boda Nurey said, though, the major issue with it is the fuel economy and possible effects of our bad fuel on the car.

That said, I'd still get it tho. You only live once, and life is too short to allow something like that make you settle for less. People drive the MDX in this country, they're not dead.

Buy the MDX and enjoy your car, sir. Just be ready to spend more on fuel. The effect on your engine isn't that bad, that's what knock sensors exist for. If you want, you can try using octane boosters and see if they have any effect.

9icetoo:

Listen to nureys advice (from an MDX owner).
However if you don't intend to travel with it or have serious need for speed, get the MDX. Its a head turner. Its not as common as the Lexus.

I'm curious. Would you swap your car for an RX330?

Nice thread. I stayed glued.

I am impressed with the knowledge displayed here.

I have driven 2004 Honda Civic EX, drove 2001 CAMRY LE, then bought a 2004 Corolla LE (boring ride) and the last ride was a Honda Accord Ex-L 2005 (with Panoramic roof).
I can say the Honda happens to be my best buy.

Now, i sold my Hindawith so much tears in August 2018 cos of a serious health challenge my relative faced.

Been out of car, wanna get one as soon as possible with a little budget till i stabilize cos we spent so much resusitating my relative back to life. Please i love V6 cars and also 4 plus with engines from 2.4L and 3.0L cos i love speed.

Help me choose between these:

2005 Camry LE or XLE (Registered)
2007 Accord DC Ex-L (V6).
2008 Spider LE or XLE (Registered) *depending on the amount*

Thank you.

latestmodel:
Nice thread. I stayed glued.

I am impressed with the knowledge displayed here.

I have driven 2004 Honda Civic EX, drove 2001 CAMRY LE, then bought a 2004 Corolla LE (boring ride) and the last ride was a Honda Accord Ex-L 2005 (with Panoramic roof).
I can say the Honda happens to be my best buy.

Now, i sold my Hindawith so much tears in August 2018 cos of a serious health challenge my relative faced.

Been out of car, wanna get one as soon as possible with a little budget till i stabilize cos we spent so much resusitating my relative back to life. Please i love V6 cars and also 4 plus with engines from 2.4L and 3.0L cos i love speed.

Help me choose between these:

2005 Camry LE or XLE (Registered)
2007 Accord DC Ex-L (V6).
2008 Spider LE or XLE (Registered) *depending on the amount*

Thank you.

Let's remove the 05 camry it's the least luxurious out of the list.

A tokunbo 2007 DC EX-L should come with nav and reverse camera and screen while an 08 XLE camry may not sport that. The 08 camry is better than 07 accord but your choice of pick should be "options" both vehicles are packing.

latestmodel:
Nice thread. I stayed glued.

I am impressed with the knowledge displayed here.

I have driven 2004 Honda Civic EX, drove 2001 CAMRY LE, then bought a 2004 Corolla LE (boring ride) and the last ride was a Honda Accord Ex-L 2005 (with Panoramic roof).
I can say the Honda happens to be my best buy.

Now, i sold my Hindawith so much tears in August 2018 cos of a serious health challenge my relative faced.

Been out of car, wanna get one as soon as possible with a little budget till i stabilize cos we spent so much resusitating my relative back to life. Please i love V6 cars and also 4 plus with engines from 2.4L and 3.0L cos i love speed.

Help me choose between these:

2005 Camry LE or XLE (Registered)
2007 Accord DC Ex-L (V6).
2008 Spider LE or XLE (Registered) *depending on the amount*

Thank you.

2008 Camry XLE V6. Get it inspected first.

Thank you boss.

I appreciate. I am looking at Registered.

But what if i see a very sharp 05 XlE Camry or an 05 Asian Spec.

Can you eleborate more?

nurey:


Let's remove the 05 camry it's the least luxurious out of the list.

A tokunbo 2007 DC EX-L should come with nav and reverse camera and screen while an 08 XLE camry may not sport that. The 08 camry is better than 07 accord but your choice of pick should be "options" both vehicles are packing.

latestmodel:
Thank you boss.

I appreciate. I am looking at Registered.

But what if i see a very sharp 05 XlE Camry or an 05 Asian Spec.

Can you eleborate more?

08 camry 1.5m

07 DC 1m

05-06 camry 800k

The naija used price for the camry 08 can get you a tokunbo 2006 camry XLE V6 engine or the Asian variant. The choice is still yours

nurey:


08 camry 1.5m

07 DC 1m

05-06 camry 800k

The naija used price for the camry 08 can get you a tokunbo 2006 camry XLE V6 engine or the Asian variant. The choice is still yours

Please is that price for Naija used DC?

seanfer:


Please is that price for Naija used DC?

Yes

Guys,

Please I need your opinion on Avalon 2003 to 2006?

I also noticed that all Avalon are V6! what's your view on their engine. Generally will you advise a first time user to buy?

What problems are Avalon and their engines prone to?

Many thanks.

Davedoz:
Guys,

Please I need your opinion on Avalon 2003 to 2006?

I also noticed that all Avalon are V6! what's your view on their engine. Generally will you advise a first time user to buy?

What problems are Avalon and their engines prone to?

Many thanks.

03-04 1mzfe 3.0L VVTI V6 210hp

05-06 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 280hp

Yes all Avalon are V6 due to its designated class and target market. both engine types are solid, yes a first timer can use it as long as you feel you know how to drive a car.

Both engines are not prone to any issue. The 2grfe is an aluminium engine ensure that you use recommended oil and don't ever let it overheat if you wish to use the car a long time.

1mz engine is around 150k
2gr engine is 350k upwards.

nurey:


Reliability both vehicles will be OK for every day knock around but the Acura has a more rating than the Benz

Performance it is known that the suspension setup in the C300 and C350 is softer than the Acura. The Benz is a tad smaller than the Acura in terms of road feel and stability I give it to the Benz but power And authority the Acura takes it all

Practicality both vehicles are good but part replacement won't be cheap but the Acura shares part with a host of Honda products. Benz parts don't break easily. The Acura has more room in its engine bay repairs and diy would be easier on it

Fuel economy the C230 and 240 are great in mpg compared to the Acura but the c280 isn't

Endurance both vehicles have solid build but will be better to give to a qualified technician for repairs as replacement parts are expensive and they work hand in hand. What you want to say is flexibility the Acura is more flexible in managing till you get to a garage. Both are well loaded with warning signs and Guage to forestall been stranded

Verdict the Acuraanalysis preferred choice due to been a tokunbo, more luxurious out of the factory fits your dual purpose people mover and sports car

Really love your
analysis please compare Honda accord 08 auto and manual transmissions

emyemconcepts:


Really love your
analysis please compare Honda accord 08 auto and manual transmissions

is this a joke? There is no big difference in both except 1 is a manual and launches like 2 secs than the auto and has 1mpg better than Auto shikena

nurey:


is this a joke? There is no big difference in both except 1 is a manual and launches like 2 secs than the auto and has 1mpg better than Auto shikena

Thks boss....
Just still use to wonder y we have few manual transmission (traffic trouble) in the Honda accord even 09 model when I rarely see it in Toyota

emyemconcepts:



Thks boss....
Just still use to wonder y we have few manual transmission in the Honda accord even 09 model when I rarely see it in Toyota

only a few % of cars are brought in from Europe (more manual available there), there are manual 07-11 camry just that Nigerians no dey buy manual well so dealers stay clear of it except it is extremely cheap

Thanks a billion for the break down.

Please. Are the parts readily available and how is the fuel consumption.

Truth be told, I'm skeptical about Avalon. Like there's a hidden story behind the model. Why am I saying this? It's because I noticed that it's relatively cheap compared to Nigerian used Camry and Corolla. But it's finer, neater and looks far more classy. The interior looks better than the above mentioned models.

Please help me explain why this is the case.

Thanks a billion.

nurey:


03-04 1mzfe 3.0L VVTI V6 210hp

05-06 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 280hp

Yes all Avalon are V6 due to its designated class and target market. both engine types are solid, yes a first timer can use it as long as you feel you know how to drive a car.

Both engines are not prone to any issue. The 2grfe is an aluminium engine ensure that you use recommended oil and don't ever let it overheat if you wish to use the car a long time.

1mz engine is around 150k
2gr engine is 350k upwards.

Davedoz:
Thanks a billion for the break down.

Please. Are the parts readily available and how is the fuel consumption.

Truth be told, I'm skeptical about Avalon. Like there's a hidden story behind the model. Why am I saying this? It's because I noticed that it's relatively cheap compared to Nigerian used Camry and Corolla. But it's finer, neater and looks far more classy. The interior looks better than the above mentioned models.

Please help me explain why this is the case.

Thanks a billion.

Who told you Avalon is cheap, are you sure you did your market survey well. A tokunbo 2005 Avalon XL goes for 2.2m +, XLS is more expensive

2005 camry XLE 1.7m

2005 corolla Altis (high grade) 1.8m

07 below Avalon may be cheap but the facelift 08 upwards is expensive.

Corolla is compact vehicle
camry is midsized Vehicle
Avalon fullsize and targeted at executives so it has more luxury finesse than the remaining two

Please I need opinion on Lexus IS250 fuel consumption.

Will the fuel consumption be same as Camry 6cy?

Also, hope it's durable like Toyota cars.

Thanks.

Abdomox:
Please I need opinion on Lexus IS250 fuel consumption.

Will the fuel consumption be same as Camry 6cy?

Also, hope it's durable like Toyota cars.

Thanks.

it's a 2.5L V6 smaller in size to camry should be easy on the fuel.

I don't know much about the 4grfe engine but it would be scarce in spareparts market. your best bet would be

IS300 with the 3grfe or

is350 with the 3grfse (though this engine cost an arm and leg)

cc king406 come and review your whip to this individual