Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Regional Forums > North Africa
North Africa Topics specific to North Africa and the Sahara down to the 17th parallel (excludes Morocco)
Photo by Hendi Kaf, in Cambodia

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Hendi Kaf,
in Cambodia



Trans Sahara Routes.

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 26 Jun 2004
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: california usa
Posts: 62
selling vehicles in Niger?

has anyone had success, or heard of people having success, selling their vehicle in Niger? i am going to be driving a LandCruiser or HiLux from Tunisia-Libya-Niger for 5 weeks this coming November/December and am planning to end the trip in Agadez, where i'd like to sell the vehicle. i'd rather not have to continue on further south or west to Togo or even Senegal if possible. but from other postings i've read, those are the places people seem to have had luck with sales.

thanks,
tom
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 27 Jun 2004
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 249
Agadez was THE place to sell cars before the war in Algeria, after that the Morocco-Mauritana route took over. It was so good that they used to drive into the desert north west of Arlit looking for cars.

Although it has changed generally speaking a Landcruiser or Hilux can be sold anywhere and will get very good prices providing its a diesel.
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 29 Jun 2004
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Posts: 93
I spent a week in and around Agadez late 2002 in a Landcruiser HJ61. If I had a day without three guys wanting to buy my car, I really starting wondering what was wrong with me.

Just before heading off, I enquired about the price and was told that my vehicle, which was in good shape and the most popular model in the range, should easily fetch eur 10th.

good luck,
Camiel
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 30 Jun 2004
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: california usa
Posts: 62
thanks, camiel - that's encouraging news. if you don't mind me asking, was the EUR 10K more or less than what you bought the vehicle for in europe?

we're planning to buy our HiLux or LandCruiser in france before heading down to the Genoa-Tunis ferry to start our trip.

cheers,
tb
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 1 Jul 2004
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Posts: 93
I bought the vehicle for approx. 6000 euro. It has to be said I spent considerable money on springs, tyres, exhaust and a myriad of other stuff. Not sure if that is necessary to get a better price though.

Prices in Holland have a tendency to rise off late. Not sure about prices in Agadez though!

rgds,
camiel
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 6 Jul 2004
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: california usa
Posts: 62
thanks, camiel. depending on price and availability, we may end up flying into amsterdam and buying the vehicle in holland instead of france. any recommendations on shops or contacts in holland to line up a LC or HiLux beforehand?
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 6 Jul 2004
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Posts: 93
I use www.autotrader.nl as my main source.
Send me an email and I'll see if I can help you any further.

rgds,
Camiel
Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On


 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now
, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

25 years of HU Events
Be sure to join us for this huge milestone!

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

Virginia: April 24-27 2025
Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
CanWest: July 10-13 2025
Switzerland: Date TBC
Ecuador: Date TBC
Romania: Date TBC
Austria: Sept. 11-14
California: September 18-21
France: September 19-21 2025
Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.




All times are GMT +1. The time now is 01:59.