Don't Get Conned

Almost everyone in Nigeria who has bought a used car has a story: the engine that failed two weeks later, the supposedly accident-free SUV, the paperwork that fell apart at a checkpoint. The gap between what you see on the lot and what you actually get can run into millions of Naira.

Don't Get Conned is your survival kit for buying a used car in Nigeria. It starts with how the market works and where to buy and where not to, from tokunbo yards to Instagram dealers. You will learn to judge whether the price is right, read a car the way a mechanic does, and take the test drive that some sellers hope you skip. Separate chapters cover verifying documents, negotiation tactics that work in Nigeria, and the traps hidden in financing.

You will also find out what to do after you buy, plus a buyer protection toolkit with checklists, red flags, and an inspection protocol you can bring along on every viewing.