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Philadelphia: 10:35pm On Jun 04, 2021
Very soon now, Honda go cost as people go dey rush Honda cars now because of these stats.

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Eldemmi(m): 7:17am On Jun 05, 2021
dicksonadams:
are you saying Honda engine will last longer than Toyota? Or talking about performance

Oga no fall my hand na,. Honda is number 1 when it comes to engine reliability no doubt.

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spicyuzo(m): 7:37am On Jun 05, 2021
Keep up the good work guys. I'm just keeping this here, so I can come back when I'm ready.
ade95: 5:35pm On Jun 05, 2021
Volkswagen Jetta 2011 … any thoughts
nurey(m): 9:59am On Jun 06, 2021
ade95:
Volkswagen Jetta 2011 … any thoughts

Not too common on our roads, though depends on the engine, I can vouch for the 1.6L MPI engine shared with skoda but the platform has many players touran, beetle, golf mk5 and 6, skoda Octavia. Let's know the configuration of the unit in question

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Kewtt: 4:00pm On Jun 06, 2021
ade95:
Volkswagen Jetta 2011 … any thoughts
Anything VW Audi. Ensure that you own it's specialized scanner and can handle a spanner. Avoid the jokers at itire
vosquare: 6:09pm On Jun 10, 2021
Philadelphia:
Very soon now, Honda go cost as people go dey rush Honda cars now because of these stats.
The way Honda is flooding my area nowadays ehn. I've seen more of Honda accord 2012 and 2014 this past 2 months like never before
dadabashua1(m): 6:57pm On Jun 10, 2021
vosquare:

The way Honda is flooding my area nowadays ehn. I've seen more of Honda accord 2012 and 2014 this past 2 months like never before
bro honestly from that 2013 accord, sentiments aside beat the Camry in a lot of areas....thank Goodness nothing like leg issues people used as excuse... But the loaded 2016 model is the killer... Sexy sweet ride grin,the main thing they use in bad mouthing the accord is no longer there(k-leg)....waiting for the next excuse...hehehehe

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Eldemmi(m): 8:23pm On Jun 10, 2021
dadabashua1:
bro honestly from that 2013 accord, sentiments aside beat the Camry in a lot of areas....thank Goodness nothing like leg issues people used as excuse... But the loaded 2016 model is the killer... Sexy sweet ride grin,the main thing they use in bad mouthing the accord is no longer there(k-leg)....waiting for the next excuse...hehehehe

That 2016 Accord I so love it. Any time I see them on the road I always fix my eyes on a little longer.

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OfficialDJ: 10:12pm On Jun 10, 2021
Eldemmi:


That 2016 Accord I so love it. Any time I see them on the road I always fix my eyes on a little longer.
same story here. Its appeal is top notch grin

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freemayor4u: 1:33am On Jun 11, 2021
Honestly need 09 rav Vs 07 highlander comparison
Which one should I go for with reasons
Maintenance
Fuel economy
Repair
Part cost
Durability
Thanks
CardyVardy: 11:15am On Jun 11, 2021
Please i need advise on which to choose between rav4 2005 model and crv 2007 model. All Nigerian used but to be checked by a competent mechanic.

My budget is 1.3M and it's going to be our first car but to be used by wifey. But i want a reliable and maintenance friendly 4 cylinder cuv/suv that will not give her headache and best value for money.

Other choices could be suggested but should be a 4 cylinder SUV due to Naija road.

Budget could be adjusted slightly if need be.

cc Nurey, kingreign and other gurus
nurey(m): 11:55am On Jun 11, 2021
freemayor4u:
Honestly need 09 rav Vs 07 highlander comparison
Which one should I go for with reasons
Maintenance
Fuel economy
Repair
Part cost
Durability
Thanks

Family man with cargo, highlander you can do the 4cylinder if you need fuel economy.

Starting life Rav 4 would suffice it is more fuel efficient in the 4xylinder category and the V6 is faster than highlander V6.

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nurey(m): 12:02pm On Jun 11, 2021
CardyVardy:
Please i need advise on which to choose between rav4 2005 model and crv 2007 model. All Nigerian used but to be checked by a competent mechanic.

My budget is 1.3M and it's going to be our first car but to be used by wifey. But i want a reliable and maintenance friendly 4 cylinder cuv/suv that will not give her headache and best value for money.

Other choices could be suggested but should be a 4 cylinder SUV due to Naija road.

Budget could be adjusted slightly if need be.

cc Nurey, kingreign and other gurus

RAV4 would be cheaper to maintain in the long run.

Both vehicles are almost identical but the CRV is better interior wise and build compared to the RAV4. The K24 in the crv is better but more expensive than the 2az or 1az in the RAV4.

I doubt if 1.3m can get you a good naija used 07 CRV. Probably you meant the 2ndngen CRV which was 02 to 06 model years.
kingreign(m): 12:12pm On Jun 11, 2021
CardyVardy:
Please i need advise on which to choose between rav4 2005 model and crv 2007 model. All Nigerian used but to be checked by a competent mechanic.

My budget is 1.3M and it's going to be our first car but to be used by wifey. But i want a reliable and maintenance friendly 4 cylinder cuv/suv that will not give her headache and best value for money.

Other choices could be suggested but should be a 4 cylinder SUV due to Naija road.

Budget could be adjusted slightly if need be.

cc Nurey, kingreign and other gurus

Don't bother, your budget can't get any of the cars in pristine condition.
CardyVardy: 5:33pm On Jun 11, 2021
nurey:


RAV4 would be cheaper to maintain in the long run.

Both vehicles are almost identical but the CRV is better interior wise and build compared to the RAV4. The K24 in the crv is better but more expensive than the 2az or 1az in the RAV4.

I doubt if 1.3m can get you a good naija used 07 CRV. Probably you meant the 2ndngen CRV which was 02 to 06 model years.

Many thanks.

Will look more to the Rav4 then.
CardyVardy: 5:34pm On Jun 11, 2021
kingreign:


Don't bother, your budget can't get any of the cars in pristine condition.

Alright.

Thanks for the input.
yungryce: 3:43am On Jun 13, 2021
Really great thread guys.
Been going through the thread looking for my question but nothing thus far.
I am looking to acquire my first car (don't even know how to drive yet) to use in shuffling between school and work
My budget is 1-1.5m and i am just looking for something that wouldn't stress me. If it comes with more options then fine
Philadelphia: 7:42am On Jun 13, 2021
yungryce:
Really great thread guys.
Been going through the thread looking for my question but nothing thus far.
I am looking to acquire my first car (don't even know how to drive yet) to use in shuffling between school and work
My budget is 1-1.5m and i am just looking for something that wouldn't stress me. If it comes with more options then fine

First, go to a standard driving school and learn how to drive and use the road appropriately.
Then, come back here and ask me personally for a car to get as a first timer.

Life is in stages. You first learn how to sit, then how to crawl, followed by how to stand then finally how to walk.
It’s when you know how to walk that the others like running, jumping, squatting, jogging etc follows.

So, take your driving lessons first, and get licensed then getting a first car follows.

Good luck on this your journey.

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yungryce: 8:34am On Jun 13, 2021
Philadelphia:


First, go to a standard driving school and learn how to drive and use the road appropriately.
Then, come back here and ask me personally for a car to get as a first timer.

Life is in stages. You first learn how to sit, then how to crawl, followed by how to stand then finally how to walk.
It’s when you know how to walk that the others like running, jumping, squatting, jogging etc follows.

So, take your driving lessons first, and get licensed then getting a first car follows.

Good luck on this your journey.

Thanks. This was very helpful
Aaaaarghmed(m): 10:00am On Jun 13, 2021
yungryce:
Really great thread guys.
Been going through the thread looking for my question but nothing thus far.
I am looking to acquire my first car (don't even know how to drive yet) to use in shuffling between school and work
My budget is 1-1.5m and i am just looking for something that wouldn't stress me. If it comes with more options then fine
civic 2005
tsiriman(m): 12:26pm On Jun 13, 2021
Thinking of getting a benz in the next few months, a car I hope to use for 2 but not more than 3 years.
Which of this should I get?

2013 W204 C300/350
Or
2015 W205 C300

I hear alot of engine issues with the W205 that's why I was considering a step down to the 3.5L V6 on the W204.

Is it compulsory to use octane booster on both models considering they require fuel?
HeavenlyBang(m): 1:24pm On Jun 13, 2021
tsiriman:
Thinking of getting a benz in the next few months, a car I hope to use for 2 but not more than 3 years.
Which of this should I get?

2013 W204 C300/350
Or
2015 W205 C300

I hear alot of engine issues with the W205 that's why I was considering a step down to the 3.5L V6 on the W204.

Is it compulsory to use octane booster on both models considering they require fuel?

The W205 is turbocharged, so fuel is very necessary.
tsiriman(m): 1:38pm On Jun 13, 2021
HeavenlyBang:


The W205 is turbocharged, so fuel is very necessary.

W205 also requires fuel, so how do folks in naija that drive W204 manage, do they use octane booster or just run crappy regular naija fuel?
awele186: 2:00pm On Jun 13, 2021
Is the GS350 2013 a good car? How's the maintenance compared to a C300
HeavenlyBang(m): 3:35pm On Jun 13, 2021
awele186:
Is the GS350 2013 a good car? How's the maintenance compared to a C300

Yes. It's a great car, I'd take it over a 2015 C300.
9icetoo(m): 4:39pm On Jun 13, 2021
HeavenlyBang:


Yes. It's a great car, I'd take it over a 2015 C300.
Modified. My comprehension was a bit off. grin
Awele186, oya inbox me. I get one for sale.
9icetoo(m): 4:42pm On Jun 13, 2021
awele186:
Is the GS350 2013 a good car? How's the maintenance compared to a C300
Yes it's a good car. They aren't exactly in the same league. The gs350 compares to the e class while the c300 is what it is, a c class.

In of maintenance, I bet it should be about the same. Body parts of the gs350 are on the high side. Bonnet alone is 250k. cheesy
But do not let that scare you cos it's an all wheel drive pleasure on wheels.

I've got one for sale. Send me a mail of send me a chat with the number on my profile.
yungryce: 4:58pm On Jun 13, 2021
Aaaaarghmed:
civic 2005
Thanks a lot. Really appreciate it
awele186: 5:24pm On Jun 13, 2021
Okay thanks

Yes. It's a great car, I'd take it over a 2015 C300.[/quote]
awele186: 5:25pm On Jun 13, 2021
Thanks for your analysis, I guess it would also be more reliable than the Mercedes

Yes it's a good car. They aren't exactly in the same league. The gs350 compares to the e class while the c300 is what it is, a c class.

In of maintenance, I bet it should be about the same. Body parts of the gs350 are on the high side. Bonnet alone is 250k. cheesy
But do not let that scare you cos it's an all wheel drive pleasure on wheels.

I've got one for sale. Send me a mail of send me a chat with the number on my profile.[/quote]
arduino: 9:12am On Jun 14, 2021
Please, which is the recommended power steering fluid for Camry 2010?

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