BUYING A NIGERIAN USED CAR. READ THIS BEFORE YOU PROCEED !!
Whether in the USA or in Nigeria, acquiring a pre-owned vehicle comes with the benefit of a huge savings in cost. But due to the below par workmanship of unprofessional auto-technicians and poor state of roads in Nigeria, it is common place to see people discouraging others from buying a Nigerian used car.
However, it’s a fact that among the many abused cars in Nigeria there are well maintained used cars that are better than the foreign used vehicles (Tokunbo) in Auto-stands around the country. You want to read to the end for a guide on how to sieve the wheat from the shaft in Nigerian used cars.
Inspecting The Vehicle:
This requires technical knowledge of automotive maintenance and should be better left to experienced professionals. However we always advice that the Client is well informed as to the deliverable’s expected. Below is some of what Fixcarkwik team assess during an inspection.
Engine Size/ Condition:
Catalytic converter : present intact .
Thermostat : Present Intact .
Air-conditioning : Stock never been repaired.
Roof : Sun roof present and Functioning
Mileage: 150,344 (not tampered)
Tyre: size & Production dates 16" (215/65/16)
Airbags : Intact Never deployed
Paint work : RECENTLY SPRAYED
Interior : Fabric, (no blemish)
Suspension : All 4 bought brand new KYB Struts Zero suspension noise.
Scan codes : None, no errors on all ECUs.
Multimedia : Android system.
Mechanical repairs Needed : None.
Documents To Be Transferred:
1. Custom documents fully stamped and check whether all things correspond like VIN, name, model of car and all payments were made. Note that most of your customs papers might be photocopy if multiple cars were cleared in the same shipment but make sure the copies are readable.
2. Original Purchase Receipt (If previously bought brand new in-country):
3. CMR — computerized motor registration/ Vehicle licence (original copy)
4. Plate number allocation (original copy) (original copy)
5. Proof of ownership (original copy)
6. You will collect two printed and signed documents
a. Change of ownership document
b. Purchase Receipt
Vehicle Inspection Advisory (VIA) :
Opinion poll suggest that majority believe that it’s bad idea buying a Nigerian used car mainly because it might have been exposed to unqualified mechanics or rewires who would have unknowingly damaged the vehicle. But there’s no arguing that a Nigerian used vehicle will save millions in purchase price.
So engaging competent technicians to inspect all aspects of the vehicle and present you a report showing faults and cost of repairing same, provides you a basis for negotiating suitable discounts from seller.
Cost of obtaining Fixcarkwik’s VIA varies with vehicle model. Call now for details and booking.
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