Dear Baraza, I live in the UK and would like to return home with any of the following cars: Fiat Panda, Ford Focus/Fiesta, Hyundai i10/i20/i30, or Skoda Octavia/Yeti/Superb. Do we have any local service dealership or franchise for any of them in Kenya, please? Masiya. Ford and Skoda are handled by CMC Motors who, according … Read more
Hi Baraza, I always look forward to reading DN2 every Wednesday morning. 1. Kindly do a review on HINO trucks that Toyota has introduced in the market. 2. Say something about Landcruiser VX because they seem to go strong even after seeing better days. 3. How come a Landcruiser VX, which is 4700 CC VVT-I … Read more
Hi Baraza, I refer to your article in DN2 of 6 March, 2013 titled “Driving on Neutral, it makes no sense”. Please clarify if driving downhill on Drive (D), with revs reading 3000RPM does not consume fuel with my foot off the accelerator. My vehicle is a Nissan X-Trail, 2000cc. Also note that on Neutral … Read more
Hi Baraza, I have a Toyota AE91 that has been running well for a few years. Lately, however, the fourth gear slips out while driving and I am forced to bypass it and engage fifth. What could the issue be with the gearbox? Is it repairable or do I need a new gearbox. Mike Your … Read more
Hi Baraza, I am in the process of importing a BMW 3 series E90 (320i). My query is: Why does it have rave reviews in Europe, yet it hardly features on our roads? Is there something about the car that I may have overlooked? Second, I am told it is a rear-wheel-drive. How does that … Read more
Dear Baraza, I am looking for a 12- or 14-seater van. Kindly compare the Nissan Caravan and Toyota Hiace on build quality, off-road ability, fuel consumption, parts availability, and resale value in around five to seven years. What particular engine would you recommend in these two? Are there any other vehicle options in this category … Read more
Hi? I am a budding car enthusiast and recently I stumbled upon your column in the papers. I am thinking of getting myself a Ford Mustang. Please advise me on availability of the make locally, fuel consumption, spares availability and its off-road capabilities, if any. Finally, what is the range of its price range locally … Read more