In this article, we'd be seeing some top websites where you can buy and sell your used cars in Nigeria. Due to the economic situations in Nigeria, most people prefer to go for foreign used or daily used Nigerian cars. Considering this, one shouldn't be surprised at why there are many car dealers in Nigeria. Almost every state has a car market, where you'll see tens and hundreds of buyers selling their cars.
Now how do you beat the competition? How do you get customers to notice your shop out of the numerous others that are selling the same wares? By taking your business online.
Now to the buyers, what if you don't know any car dealer? How do you check the prices of cars and possibly, buy them without making mistakes? The internet has made it possible. Yes, you can now visit a website, check out the prices, call/chat the seller up and deal without being scared of getting scammed.
Websites to buy and sell cars in Nigeria
Before we proceed, endeavour to check the car properly before making any payments. Also, try meeting the person in a save place and be sure the car you're about to buy is okay security-wise, to avoid paying for a stolen vehicle.
• Jiji.ng
Jiji is a Nigerian online marketplace that provides buyers and sellers with an avenue to meet and exchange goods and services. It was founded in 2014 in Lagos, Nigeria by Anton Wolyansky and as at January 2018, had started attracting over 7 million original users per months.
Since 2019, Jiji has been operating in five African countries: Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Uganda, and Tanzania. Apart from cars, you can also see other products like household goods, mobile phones, cosmetics, toys, pets, livestock, electronics and even services on Jiji.ng.
• Nairaland
Nairaland was founded on May 8, 2005, by Nigerian entrepreneur Seun Osewa. It is the biggest Nigerian forum and most active indigenous social networking website. As of December 2020, Nairaland ranks as the 799th-most-visited website in the world and 6th most-visited website in Nigeria, according to Alexa Internet. It is the second-most visited local website, next to online bookmaker Bet9ja.
While Nairaland is different from Jiji and the rest of the sites that I'd be listing below, it is worth being included in the list because of its popularity. It has an auto section where Nigerian car owners post their cars for potential buyers.
• Jumia Deals
Who doesn't know Jumia in Nigeria? Jumia.com is an online marketplace for electronics, and fashion among others targeting several African countries, but headquartered and incorporated in Germany. It has partnered with more than 50,000 local African companies and individuals since its inception in 2012.
Interested in selling your car on Jumia? You have to visit the car listing section of the Jumia classified shop.
• Carmart.ng
Carmart.ng is Nigeria's fast-growing car marketplace. It is the first website in this list that is solely focused on helping car dealers to sell their cars both old and new. Apart from cars, you can also sell/buy car spare parts and car accessories on Carmart.
Registering on Carmart is free, you're only required to present your name, phone number, email and password. Alternatively, you can use the Facebook or Google login buttons. Signing up as a seller is free, but you can choose other plans to access advanced features, including promotions.
• Cars45
Whether you want to buy, sell or swap a car, Cars45 is a great choice for you. It Nigeria's largest car auction service provider with the goal of helping hundreds of customers to sell their cars.
One good thing I like about the website is that they'd allow you to pay a fully refundable advance fee for any vehicle pending when you'll get the money full. This is something you'd rarely get from the other websites.
• Naijauto
Naijauto is another top website where Nigerian car sellers can connect with their potential customers. They connect buyers and sellers via multiple information channels, including; Facebook, YouTube, WhatsApp and of course, their website.
Apart from buying and selling of cars, Naijauto also publishes car reviews, tips, advises and more. You can also find a news section on the website.
• Cheki.com.ng (Autochek.africa)
Just like Cars45 and the other sites, Cheki.com.ng (now redirects to Autochek.africa) will help you sell your cars easily to potential buyers in Nigeria. You can buy different kinds of cars and trucks on the website.
In addition to these, you can also get professional car repair and maintenance Autochek. If your car is having some issues, you can visit the website to chat with the Autochek Autodoct on WhatsApp.
What did I miss? If you've acquired or sold a car on any of the websites I listed above, kindly drop us a comment on your experience.
Before you leave, you can also check out our step-by-step guide on how to buy and ship a car online.
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