Renowned Car Dealer Lists Top 4 Used Cars People Should Avoid Buying
- A Moroccan car dealer known as Adam Rida listed several used cars buyers should avoid due to frequent mechanical problems
- He explained that older Range Rover models, early GMC Acadia SUVs, and high-mileage BMWs often come with expensive repairs
- Rida also cautioned buyers about the Dodge Dart and Calibre, saying they may drive well at first but can develop sudden issues
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Buying a used car can feel like a dream when the price is right, and everything feels smooth.
However, the nightmares can often come when the vehicle needs to enter the service bay.
Moroccan car dealer, Adam Rida, has advised on specific cars that look better on paper.
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Rida, who is well known on social media for sharing honest car advice, recently spoke about a few vehicles he believes buyers should approach with caution.
As someone who buys and sells cars for a living, he said experience had taught him that some cars look like a bargain but end up costing owners more in repairs than they expected.
Car dealer warns against 4 used cars
Old Range Rover models top the list
At the top of his warning list are older Range Rover models, which easily attract buyers due to their stylish appearance and luxury feel.
“They look beautiful inside and outside,” he admitted.
However, according to the car expert, the story often changes after purchase.
Older Range Rovers are known for electrical faults, leaks, and other issues that can keep owners visiting the mechanic more often than they would like.
“You might end up fixing it more than you actually drive it,” he warned.
Car dealer says GMC Acadia has serious issues
The second car on his list is the first and second generation GMC Acadia, describing these models as having serious transmission problems.
Adam Rida demonstrated how the transmission can start slipping by dropping his head to mimic how the car struggles during gear shifts.
According to the Moroccan vehicle expert, once that problem begins, repairs can become both frustrating and expensive for owners.
Older BMW models can run up maintenance costs
He also advised buyers to be careful with older German luxury cars, particularly BMW models from around 2013 that have already crossed the 100,000-mile mark.
He made it clear that he loves the brand, but explained that age and high mileage can turn certain BMW models into maintenance nightmares.
Adam Rida listed timing chain problems, oil leaks, and other mechanical faults as being among the issues he has seen repeatedly with well-driven older models.
Dodge Dart and Calibre on dealer's must-avoid list
The final warning on his list was over the Dodge Dart and Calibre models.
Rida said these vehicles often seem like a cheap and reasonable option at first.
“They drive fine until they don’t,” he said.
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Adam Rida's overall advice to buyers is simple.
A used car may look like a good deal, but careful inspection and research can save people from expensive disappointments later.
His insight has resonated with many netizens, including Ghanaians currently in the used vehicle market.
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Car dealer shares 2 cars for first-timers
Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that a Ghanaian car dealer advised first-time buyers to be intentional about their first car choice to avoid frustration and enjoy the experience.
Deepee Deals highlighted two models that offer a strong balance between comfort, fuel efficiency, affordability, and long-term durability, which can build driver confidence.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
