The 5 PROBLEMS with owning A BMW IN NIGERIA | Know this before buying.

You should know the 5 problems with buying BMWs in Nigeria because they are the most problematic affordable car brand to own in Nigeria.
BMW is a brand that mixes Luxury and Performance to create the most beautiful road going cars for Nigerians and the rest of the world but this brand requires a lot more based on maintenance when compared to other car brands like the Toyota, Hondas and even Mercedes-Benz in Nigeria.
Theo, in this video is a well known BMW Technician that tried to explain all the things you should be scared about before buying a BMW in Nigeria. In this video, you will understand that the regular/average Nigerian cannot maintain a BMW because of our bad maintenance culture.
0:00 - Intro
1:20 - Complex Electricals
03:56 - Plastic Problem
05:00 - CTA
07:04 - Spare Parts Problem
10:05 - Mechanic Problem
12:16 - Low Resale Value
13:14 - The Solution
15:04 - Conclusion

[@anddyomoluabi4145]

Been driving BMWs for the past 22 years and I have owned a total of 9 so far. Currently, I own 3, E53, E60 and my daily driver an E65. The success factor for BMWs from my experience is maintenance and not skimping on parts. For me it's BMW or nothing else. Thanks for the video

[@adamolalere2826]

Like seriously bros how have u been coping

[@Dregolala]

I hear u loud and clear

[@darlingtonenyialittlefield8067]

Who is your mechanic?

[@TallisOfficial]

If you want to own a bmw, buy one with a manual gearbox... It'll be less complicated.

[@faroukdau1765]

I've had my BMW e90 for 6 yrs now. Been through good and not so good times. I mostly work on the car myself with the help of KZbin, Google and INPA scanner. I get parts quite fairly. And the car is my daily driver for this 6 yrs!

[@civilengineerdaily1442]

Bruh can we talk elsewhere

[@shift_steer]

One thing I love about bmw's are the timeless design they have

[@akinolanubi]

I have driven more than 45 cars across several brands but the day I drove a BMW E46 (manual transmission) from Ibadan to Akure and back the same day, I screamed ESKELEBETIELEBEBE 🤯🤯🤯.

[@234drive]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@TomiwaAdegbola]

😅🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂

[@paganizondasroadster1660]

I wan send VoiceNote. BMW dey run

[@paganizondasroadster1660]

Benz is better. Na E class I dey cope. I go destroy bmw for road.

[@laurashusband9709]

@@paganizondasroadster1660 you're joking

[@anthonyjoshua2200]

My Dad is a BMW person, and I grew up driving only BMW, I learnt how to drive with a BMW, and now I can’t drive any of the common cars cus they don’t feel as good as a BMW, I sincerely don’t enjoy driving any other cars Yours faithfully A bmw fanboy lol

[@enah_774]

My dad too a BMW fan, his first car was an E30 3series, *remembering it's sound when he comes home from work 😊, really loved the machine. If only there were more BMW mechanics and proper dealerships, he'd definitely switch back anytime. A BMW fan at heart ❤

[@joshuaiyama5503]

Me too, my dad is also BMW fan, so am i

[@mvploaded47]

My problem mine is Mercedes when ever am in a Toyota it feels so so boring.

[@francemkenne9904]

that is the danger in driving BMW ,you get used to it and any other car feels incomplete

[@nasirlabaran4793]

My father currently has 2 bmws an e60 and an e46. He used to have an e28 like 20 years ago.

[@combo-breaker3463]

Most common issue with BMW in Nigeria is electrical...HERE is the solution... All BMWs use a battery for 5years straight MAX...then it stops working battery DIES completely. Now changing the battery isn't an issue, its registering...people don't know that u need to register the new battery for that car. What happens is if u don't register, it wont give the right voltage to its electrical panels. after driving for a week to a month... the modules fries n short circuits. BIG PROBLEM.

[@emsg2009]

I’m driving my 3rd BMW and all he said are true but not that scary as he puts it. BMWs are reliable if you are good with maintenance

[@olamidehimself]

The audio on this video is impeccable. I can see you guys have made improvements to it. Keep up the good work

[@RHONNIEKR]

Aswear... E don be like film

[@ChikwadoTradingAcademy]

He has purchased a solid Mic

[@jameskhalid9564]

Guy.. your Channel deserves an award. You didn’t just wake up to start talking about a bmw .. you did a 17mins clip about bmw and it wasn’t boring. Still backed up your claims with an experience mechanic and a long time bmw owner. 💯 . I give you it to you A1

[@oluwatobiolufemi6594]

After owning two different models ill say, “THE BEST BMW TO DRIVE IS SOMEONE ELSES OWN” 😅 and if your shit neva soft wela …. Just go the corolla way jeje (MY TWO CENTS) ✌🏾

[@chrisice5169]

BMW's have a soul. There's a connection you can feel. No other brand gives that connection.

[@ojoayo2895]

Cap 🧢

[@ojoayo2895]

RSQ8 doings ko?

[@chrisice5169]

@@ojoayo2895 I never match am before, so I no go fit tell. But my car dey this video. If you dey Lagos, make I give you on a Saturday morning make you match go Abeokuta come back. You go relate.

[@Dregolala]

True talk, I have driven the e30 before currently on e36 and e83

[@user-tg2zf5lp7s]

You need to be a smart guy to own a bmw. I have owned 3 BMWs - 7 series, 5 series & 3 Series. Srove them several years. These cars are for tech-smart people who knows some DIYs, but most Nigerians aren't. The plastic parts in the engines can actually last longer than mentioned in this video if good bleeding is done on the cooling system. Avoid the turbos, .... there are specific models that have minimal issues. BMW is a driver's car.

[@234drive]

WORD!

[@oyewobiomotayodavid5264]

BMW is definitely not as bad as you put it and you have all parts in daleko market, as for reliability change parts when it starts giving sings don’t wait until it stops, I av had a lot of BMW’s and currently own an X6 and a 535xi F10 🥰 To own a BMW make sure you own your own scan tool most modern cars today do.

[@JSTAN4LIFE]

Please where's deleko market? Am a huge fan of BMW. I stick with BMW for life. Especially X6😋😋

[@mcprince1073]

Please how’s the x6 please

[@stonekase]

@@JSTAN4LIFE we dey here

[@JSTAN4LIFE]

@@mcprince1073 check BMW X6 2013 OR 2014

[@jerrycloney5080]

How reliable is the x6

[@preciousagulefo899]

Theo's accent is natural. E Don settle

[@donrexthehustler5346]

I swear, he's a Nigerian now

[@Jay_Silva1]

I honestly thought they did a voice over for him 😁 He’s officially a Nigerian ✌️ Btw Awesome content from this channel! Owned a E46 328i once upon a time! The best looking bmw in my opinion asides the classic E30

[@atobsky]

I won 3 BMW s. Currently. My first was the e34 520 white then the 530 e34 V8 red.. then to the e36 320 24v white next was the e36 328 convertible in techno violet .. Now to my current collection s .. e46 318 N42 manual , e46 330 M54 convertible 6 speed manual( converted) .and X5 e53 3.p 5 speed manual.... To enjoy BMW ,you need to follow BMW technical specification for that model...not cutting corners . eg use specified BMW approved coolant readily available at Tradefair in Lagos though expensive but better than water and you will almost certainly never experience an overhearting in the next 2 years.. use BMW specified approved oil rather than random oil ,20w50 is not good for BMW , that is affordable and contribute to engine failure .... I love the brand and I will not or never depart ... Again ALl the models that I have own are direct import ..Never buy a used Nigeria model.... u will cry and hate yourself ..import where you can ..... Don't accept the rubbish that what works for the oyinbo will not work here in Nigeria .... Engineering has no region ... . There are reasons why they specify something ...billions of dollars are spent on Research and Development... don't let a mechanic convince you otherwise..Always follow BMW specification, advice and updates .... Good luck ....

[@tijesunimiemmanuel3789]

Lovely video 🔥🔥

[@georgeabuah233]

Its easy to be a BMW fan boy. BMW creates magic and art in 1

[@jettyjetz651]

Well analyzed bruh💪🏾✌️🏾

[@studiosix_]

Thanks man this is quite insightful

[@hopeidahosa1095]

Nice one boss 👍

[@JedaOla-if4ut]

BMW is not just a car, it’s a spiritual car that makes you feel high and go crazy when driving it. There is a new spirit that always enter into someone anytime you handle a BMW and that spirit makes you look down on any other car owners😂. And no car that has d same horsepower with Any BMW that will beat d BMW except the Mercedes and they will both go NECK ON NECKS

[@marcshola2270]

Honestly, BMW is such a beautiful piece. I was a Japanese fan and user before, but since I started using BMW some years back, this brand has never disappointed me. Parts are available and cheap, DIY is also something to appreciate about the brand. If you appreciate performance and easthetics, get a BMW. Just get a good mechanic and you are good to go.

[@abba4844]

You forgot to add the excessive plastic parts under the hood, which makes maintenance harder especially when driven over a long time.

[@samade1758]

Nice one crank, but when it comes to German machines, I'll always go for a Mercedes. Nigerians also sleep on the luxury and performance of an audi.

[@bigninfortechment2886]

Audi has electrical ish too

[@smithdaniel8818]

I've been going back to watch all of your videos, you are at a place that I wanna be Big ups bro

[@adeolumicheal4062]

I drive a 328 xi trust me I’m loving bmw everyday ❤️❤️

[@josephkelvin1016]

Hey bro. I always watch your videos and they are lit & very informative. Suprisingly i met theo today at the same workshop where this video was shot. Amazing!!

[@segunadewola]

This video was great, nice work Crank! I would love this same video format for Audi and Porsche in Nigeria.

[@roberto.ogunbanwo6258]

I love this channel..I like the fact that the content is very localized to the driving and vehicular dynamics of Nigeria

[@gabrieladegun9087]

Unique, not common, the boldness, and the Energy. ThankYou Guyz

[@fiji.adebowale]

My first car was a bmw 525i, i loved that car ehn! but it spent more time at the mechanics than on the road 😂

[@elamahmarvellous9499]

What year?

[@venuskratos6311]

I believe that I will buy my car very soon keep uploading this videos I'm learning a lot here

[@clintoneromosele6211]

Bmw originally part doesn’t go bad once you buy once and it originally it would last Bmw for life I always tell people if you don’t love a bmw, don’t buy it cause it would stress you

[@TheSamiat.Olabisi]

I love this 🥰

[@timilehinajala6998]

Omoooo... Crank is making me change my mind ooo

[@MohammedAbdullahi.]

Honestly I’d buy a BMW m2 competition… I love it, it’s my dream trip ride. For strictly travels and speed therapy.

[@unclebeneborka5764]

Nice video

[@oludaretobi6943]

Hi Crank, thanks a lot for the review, could you please do a review on the BMW Koja (323i).. Thanks a lot.

[@smartsteevy]

😂We want dipstick oooo. Nice video man. You are definitely putting in work and it is evident. Kudos man.

[@mujahidyakubu8590]

This channel is fantastic. I appreciate how the information is heavily tailored to Nigeria's driving and automobile characteristics. Crank I have a request please can you make a video on the 08-12 Honda accord 2.0 engine (R20A3). The pros and cons

[@tolunubi1468]

No lies bro, that specialist is very important especially if your job takes you to different locations within the country.

[@okeyezeilo6187]

Had a 535i e34 for 12 years. Fantastic driving machine, especially on the highway. Initially the original parts were available but expensive. When, however, theparts became impossible to find...even simple things like fuel pumps had to be ordered from abroad, I switched to Mercs...

[@nsodimchikamsobruno4525]

Hi can you talk about the highlander 2nd generation please ♥️ thank you

[@chineduonyemem7727]

Mad mad mad video. The quality of the video is sick. My only curiosity is what the purpose of the second guy is. I mean, he was suppose to give us counter arguments but here he is basically confirming everything you’re saying. 😂

[@konukonu6368]

Outstanding literally it's a documentary, well though out and very informative. I had a BMW 735 V8 for about three years without one problem. I think there may be an issue with our low quality fuel ( octane level ❓🤔) etc. I used a BMW X5 for a few years in Nigeria but didn't have any real issues. Think an issue may be our own maintenance culture in Nigeria. BMW are like a high maintenance girlfriend, that needs a lot of TLC otherwise things go west.

[@malachiosobase9796]

BMW having a deep rooted relationship with plastic is hilarious

[@zaynabyousouf5205]

Owning a BMW is like being an Arsenal fan , e go wire you but u don’t stop rooting and loving it

[@Rhythm-And-Reflections]

I’m both 😩

[@Dregolala]

Most BMW owners r actually Arsenal fans urs faithfully included!!!

[@wilfredogheneovo61]

Bro, thanks so much for doing this video. BMW is a very nice car. But the problem, is not for the common man.

[@EarthView24]

I have always got bmw on my mind I must own one in the nearest future

[@chrisbamfo3487]

The best BMWs are the E46 3series 2.5 L or 3.0 L That car is so fun to drive and reliable. You can get to 500k miles to be fair😉

[@jeffreyjack3133]

I love BMW fuck the problems that comes with it I'm definitely gonna own one it's a driver's car Nice content bro ❤️

[@michaelidowu9786]

Had a 2004 320d se looks great with 18inch wheels 151hp 2.0 liter engine. Had transmission problems and pump problems. Fix and sold it, the buyer even with all the car went through still wanted it. It’s very powerful. I switched to w204 c180 with similar performance power. I feel like a hypocrite because I love and prefer BMWs but what can I do? Can’t afford her maintenance. I will definitely own another later in the future. I am in the UK though.

[@EmmanuelDavid75]

Thanks for the video, but I'm still a big fan of the BMW brand Bcoz it's my favorite car brand.

[@zed5768]

I have owned a few Beemers and Jags, It's the XJ8 for me any day...

[@olasojifolarin4862]

Would love you to talk about Audi’s next

[@dfbay4526]

Please do a review on Hyundai Elentra 2018-2019 model

[@charldonwo1645]

My first bmw was e46… then when I got to the states i bought an E90. I drive 14hrs every two weeks for work n it NEVER broke down once. I fix it my self and I love working on it. Cos the driving feel is just so different n addictive. Tru talk not every mechanic can fix a BMW not even dealership in Houston… yes, n I have a tru story to dat. Nice car channel.

[@harrisonighosotu4453]

Please can you do a review for Mazda cx-7 and cx 9

[@gideonighodalo3476]

I have a friend who likes the Car very much...

[@gadgets4626]

On my 7th one. I buy, use and sell for a newer one. when a BMW takes you to the mechanic workshop every week and then, it's due for a change. because not the same fault that will carry you there on the next visit. every visit is a new issue. it's cool. reasons... elegance, stability, and safety. if I have been given a brand new Honda,, 2022, I won't hesitate to sell it for a grade 1 direct tok BMW of 2010 or 12. my best choice is the XDrive series. thanks for your analysis ...

[@kayodesafiriyu6457]

Do a review on Volvo. Xc90 is still the most popular imo.

[@klinmuzik]

The way the bmw is driven is a factor. Mine lasted for 3 years without any serious issues not even once.

[@christosho]

Thank You 234 Drive. Your videos and analysis are very incisive. I am thinking of which car getting a BMW ×3/5 for use in Nigeria, but after watching your review, I'll stick to GLK350.

[@Xyamta]

I own 3 bmws; crazy l! None of them is drivable at this moment for different issues but I still love the cars.

[@samsix2567]

Pls do review on ES350 vs C300 or C350 🙏🙏

[@laurashusband9709]

Bimmer for life forget all those problems you mentioned I'm gonna buy a BMW cuz it's my favorite

[@NdifonNtui]

I owned a Peugeot 206 then I bought an e36 bmw,parked the Peugeot. Crashed the bmw went back to manage the Peugeot first till i buy an e90. Drove the Peugeot for 3 weeks. Sold the Peugeot and bought a coupe BMW e36. Once you've owned a BMW You can't drive just any other car. They're amazing. Don't mind crank.

[@FROGMANTURBONERDZ]

Omo! You be senior man. Once I hold bar, BMW way 💪🏾

[@emmanueleniola3768]

Waiting on you to talk about Audi cars

[@odunayoodukoya9178]

All what you talk about is right but it doesn't change BMW lover from the car. Have own virtual all the series except X series. But the are fun to drive and it give you this " No shaking feeling while driving" maintenance might be high but you get feel when is ok.

[@olusegunolawuwo8162]

My dad had a BMW back in 2003, It got burnt while a mechanic was working on it, The mechanic sustained some injury and survived it but the car got completely burnt, So Yes i agree with your first point. LOVELY VIDEO

[@smd716]

I love BMW's I have making research on them for a while now and I have being wondering why people are scared to own one in Nigeria but I still will to know what it feels like in a BM

[@goodluckrichard1664]

Crank pls do a video on the new RAV4 and using them in Nigeria

[@paganizondasroadster1660]

Carry your rav 4 go one side. We are talking German here

[@markhansen3257]

My E60 550i Msport caught fire and disintegrated to dust while parked after a drive. It had 106k sad, but i believe it was the plastic coil cover from the valve cover, and it slipped off the grommet and slid between the exhaust manifold and shock tower. This was my 3rd 5 series Msport with the v8. the Nigerian is not lying. Plastic is the failure point, and this last one, just wasn't made to last more than 10 years.

[@onuahrufus5804]

Bro make a video about Toyota Avalon from 207

[@ekhosuehiosaretin5603]

I am freak to performance cars, I just love BMW, especially their engine kind like a straight 5cyl or straight 6cyl kinds of engine you will never see in our Toyota’s and Lexus

[@idrisbabatunde6629]

To own a bmw in Nigeria, u need to either have a mech guy who is technically good, who can use bmw software like inpa or ista. The regular obd2 won't pick bwm exclusive fault codes. Bwm is rugged mechanically, but electronically it doesn't tolerate trial & error repairs that most road side mechanics do here.. U must scan, it will tell u what is wrong, u replace and it will work. Mechanics have damaged a lot of vehicles here because they are not trained to use scanning tool for diagnosis. I have a 2001 740i that has withstand test of time. One day a transmission cooler hose busted on the road, all the trans fluid drained out but I managed to drive the car to my office in trans-fail-safe mode. I bought a new fluid and refill that's it. The automatic transmission is still shifting fine till today. My advice, if u don't have a good mechanic and u can't do it yourself, do yourself a favor, buy something else.

[@johnsonbabatunde4885]

Bros where is this bmw workshop located. I need a good bmw mechanic. Thanks

[@ibrahimsowe6865]

Can you make a video on land rover LR 3 ?

[@ekhosuehiosaretin5603]

Can you do a video on Audi maybe A6

[@nasirshal7633]

If I can afford it, I'll buy in a heartbeat

[@NdifonNtui]

What are you talking about. toyota uses plastic engine covers as well. I drive an e36 it is a dream

[@TryRaisins]

BMWs nice to appreciate difficult to own

[@chrisede8019]

I lost an opportunity to own an e90. I regret it till today. Lively cars. I am ready to have my patience and pocket tested. Lovely video crank

[@temitopeosuntuyi2712]

E90 is a small beast! I’ve got one if you’re interested.

[@kingsleynwoke7338]

I have been a lover of BMW all my life. When I wanted to buy a BMW X5 , people scared me with all sorts of negative stories about BMW. I stood my ground and bought one over 4yrs now. I have never regretted it. BMW spare parts are all over Idimota to my greatest surprise. BMW X5 is a machine.

[@combo-breaker3463]

Thanks for letting me know there are parts all over idimota...a specific location? please cos am in need of knowing where they are located. i fix my e90 myself coding inclusive. and it all started with a simple problem even BMW cant figure out. (not gernany but us) after 2 years with the same issue and replacing almost everything that could have cost me $3k according to the dealership...the solution cost me $75 and 30mins to fix. imagine gifting away $3k for $75 issue/solution. ANYWAYS, WHERE IN IDIMOTA?

[@timeyincharles5731]

The thing about bmw is until you drive it you won’t love it I was born to meet a bmw all my extended families drive bmw. My dad drives bmw now I own a bmw Life is sweet with bmw. Yours faithfully #BMWFANBOYS

[@abiakapromisechigozie5577]

Big man if u where too Chose between Lexus Es350 and C300 both 2008 - 2012 which one should I buy too u

[@NelzOnai]

Pls can you talk about infinity jeep

[@paganizondasroadster1660]

I just subscribed but funny to hear you say that about the m3. Disrespect the Benz from not being a drifting machine the onky reason the e30 m3 exist is because Benz made the Benz 190E. The Benz 190E is a better formidable cost no object machine. The money spent by benze to design the rear suspension was more than the entire money used to make the bmw m3. You can fact check about the 190e. It was out of it the hammer was made.

[@adedamolaewaoluwa2539]

shank, do an audi review and how much it takes to get a reliable audi in nigeria.

[@sheks5720]

omo boss bin dey eye one 2015 f80 m3 can you do a full review on this particular model? all the reviews I've seen are American and you know our roads, so I want to know how we can relate it to our roads t for tenks

[@layenijubrilmd8711]

Cars are built for different purposes with different frames of mind for different target customers. Most Toyotas and Hondad are biult will economy in mind. Benz are general built with class in mind. Most beemers are built with performance in mind. Problems start when kunle whose car need is a reliable knock about car for his daily commute from sango to Ikeja leaves uber corolla to buys a BMW.

[@BGNaira]

I’ll love to own bmw am thinking of getting X6 2009 or 2010,2011 Cranky can I know the problem I’ll be facing. Thanks

[@jeffreymeru7621]

Bmw are for people with DiY mindsets and people who really love the machine and would learn to understand it.. when you understand it and have the sync between you and the machine, you will never settle for any other... Maintenance will be nothing..

[@jeffreymeru7621]

A Toyota Corolla user will drive your A BMW and say nothing is wrong with it, but when a true Bimmer drives it, He will tell you there's something wrong with it... Because there's this satisfaction and sync that he may not feel... The car automatically makes you a mechanic.. 😂😂😂😂

[@jeffreymeru7621]

There's a reason it's called the ULTIMATE DRIVING MACHINE....

[@Godwin-VIDEO_EDITOR]

Lol. I see you bought the rode wireless go... Am really happy to see you care about us to invest in good audio.. I'll keep watching all your videos sha

[@234drive]

😅 Yeahhhh, thanks

[@Godwin-VIDEO_EDITOR]

@@234drive am a professional video editor, was a cinematographer first. But I currently edit for 3 KZbin channels. Am not trying to work for you o, but if you need any tips am here. I love your work though. It's fantastic

[@kamalb2903]

“Bmw are bad guys and everyone is scared of a bad guy” that got me deadd 😂💔... but Bmw for life man especially that f90 M5.

[@gozienkopara4784]

Waiting for the AUDI.

[@Arrozconchopsticks]

I'm not a BMW fanboy, but I got my hands on an E90 with the 6speed manual and I'm hooked.

[@234drive]

which trim ? 335i or 328i?

[@VG61]

Beautiful analysis my dear, I am using my fourth BMW now, how can we get in touch with THEO in Naija? Abeg, let me know.. Thanks..

[@Fulfilmenttaiwo]

Please I'd love to see more reviews on Range Rovers, what's your thought

[@taheerabdullahi6441]

For a Benz person that i am, i’ve always lowkey loved bmw’s and each time i drive the car it gives me this sporty feeling that i dont get whilst driving a mercedes. I’ll say BMW is the ultimate german performance car

[@MR_stone69]

What's ur mercedes😊