I found a Citreon c3 2004 model. The seller says everything is in good condition except the gear. He says changing into the gear 2 is a little difficult but that it is fixable. I asked how much and he said 10k. He says he knows a good mechanic who can get it done.
I looked online and found out that citreon c3 is known for gear problems.
So guys, do you think this gear can be fixed successfully?. Or should I just ditch it and keep looking?.
Anyone who knows this car model should please tell me their experience.
Thanks!

Still waiting to hear from anyone who has experience with Citreon vehicles. Please help....

He should fix it and use for some time then you test and see...

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I found a Citreon c3 2004 model. The seller says everything is in good condition except the gear. He says changing into the gear 2 is a little difficult but that it is fixable. I asked how much and he said 10k. He says he knows a good mechanic who can get it done.
I looked online and found out that citreon c3 is known for gear problems.
So guys, do you think this gear can be fixed successfully?. Or should I just ditch it and keep looking?.
Anyone who knows this car model should please tell me their experience.
Thanks!

If the gear is fixable and only cost NGN10k, advise the owner to put up the car for sale only after fixing the gear. And be ready to test drive it at long distances to be sure that the gear is truly problem free.


My point is, most car owners /dealers will lie about the true problems the cars they want to sell has.

If you choose to go ahead with the deal, you may need to save up to replace the gearbox soon.

timifakay:
He should fix it and use for some time then you test and see...

I thought about this but hearing it from someone else has convinced me that I'm right. The problem is above 10k else he would have fixed it himself. Thanks.

uboma:



If the gear is fixable and only cost NGN10k, advise the owner to put up the car for sale only after fixing the gear. And be ready to test drive it at long distances to be sure that the gear is truly problem free.


My point is, most car owners /dealers will lie about the true problems the cars they want to sell has.

If you choose to go ahead with the deal, you may need to save up to replace the gearbox soon.

You're absolutely right. Buying a used Nigerian car is a very tricky business. I'll ditch the purchase. Thanks.

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I found a Citreon c3 2004 model. The seller says everything is in good condition except the gear. He says changing into the gear 2 is a little difficult but that it is fixable. I asked how much and he said 10k. He says he knows a good mechanic who can get it done.
I looked online and found out that citreon c3 is known for gear problems.
So guys, do you think this gear can be fixed successfully?. Or should I just ditch it and keep looking?.
Anyone who knows this car model should please tell me their experience.
Thanks!

Worse case scenario, find out how much a complete gearbox and clutch system would cost you.......

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I thought about this but hearing it from someone else has convinced me that I'm right. The problem is above 10k else he would have fixed it himself. Thanks.

You sir are a wise man...
Run

Lexusgs430:



Worse case scenario, find out how much a complete gearbox and clutch system would cost you.......

Google review says car has problematic gear, what's assurance he'll get a problem free gearbox?

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I found a Citreon c3 2004 model. The seller says everything is in good condition except the gear. He says changing into the gear 2 is a little difficult but that it is fixable. I asked how much and he said 10k. He says he knows a good mechanic who can get it done.
I looked online and found out that citreon c3 is known for gear problems.
So guys, do you think this gear can be fixed successfully?. Or should I just ditch it and keep looking?.
Anyone who knows this car model should please tell me their experience.
Thanks!

Citreon c3 is a Peugeot 206 in disguise both share some power train similarity and a lot of component since both have same chassis. If the c3 in question is automatic and dearth cheap and the body is spank and squeaky if I am In your shoes I would buy Las Las nah to convert to manual transmission.

timifakay:


You sir are a wise man...
Run



Google review says car has problematic gear, what's assurance he'll get a problem free gearbox?

This life is a gamble..........

nurey:


Citreon c3 is a Peugeot 206 in disguise both share some power train similarity and a lot of component since both have same chassis. If the c3 in question is automatic and dearth cheap and the body is spank and squeaky if I am In your shoes I would buy Las Las nah to convert to manual transmission.

Are you forgetting Toyota Aygo........

Lexusgs430:



Are you forgetting Toyota Aygo........

That's a total different ball game. But malam bako chicken no different from chicken republic nah packaging make cray fish bend

If the car is stunningly cheap, and you don't mind driving a manual, buy it and swap in a manual gear box.

9icetoo:
If the car is stunningly cheap, and you don't mind driving a manual, buy it and swap in a manual gear box.

Before dishing out your advice, you should consider whether the Op knows an expert technical hand that can carry-out conversion with no issues afterwards. I have seen men who got frustrated after carrying out a conversion, post conversion issues no be here.

I feel that no matter how cheap the owner wishes to sell the car, the Op should be prepared to replace the gearbox. Or look for one with a factory fitted manual transmission to buy.

Lexusgs430:



This life is a gamble..........

Risk

timifakay:


Risk

In OP's case........ Gamble......

uboma:




Before dishing out your advice, you should consider whether the Op knows an expert technical hand that can carry-out conversion with no issues afterwards. I have seen men who got frustrated after carrying out a conversion, post conversion issues no be here.

I feel that no matter how cheap the owner wishes to sell the car, the Op should be prepared to replace the gearbox. Or look for one with a factory fitted manual transmission to buy.

1. It is a 206 in disguise. Shouldn't be rocket science to convert to manual.
2. It is not in my place to consider the availability of technical know how to do the conversion, it is the op's cup of tea.
3. Did I offend you in any way? Cos me I am not understanding oo.

9icetoo:

1. It is a 206 in disguise. Shouldn't be rocket science to convert to manual.
2. It is not in my place to consider the availability of technical know how to do the conversion, it is the op's cup of tea.
3. Did I offend you in any way? Cos me I am not understanding oo.

1. Even if it isn't rocket science, not every kazeem on the roadside can carry out the conversion.
2. It is good to give the Op the heads up as it seems he/she is inexperienced with these car issues.
3. Why do you feel this way? Cos me I am not understanding why my comment has put you on the edge.

Guys calm down

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I found a Citreon c3 2004 model. The seller says everything is in good condition except the gear. He says changing into the gear 2 is a little difficult but that it is fixable. I asked how much and he said 10k. He says he knows a good mechanic who can get it done.
I looked online and found out that citreon c3 is known for gear problems.
So guys, do you think this gear can be fixed successfully?. Or should I just ditch it and keep looking?.
Anyone who knows this car model should please tell me their experience.
Thanks!

How much did you buy it?