When shopping for a locally used car in Kenya, the conversation usually moves quickly from the engine's condition to the financing terms. For many Kenyan buyers, whether you are a "Starter" buying your first Mazda Demio or a "Busy Professional" upgrading to a Toyota
The first time my friend wanted to buy a car, a BMW 320i, he asked me to accompany him. Like the loyal friend I was, we went together. The seller, a lawyer, was “offloading” the vehicle, and he was “relocating to the US”. He gave my guy a good deal,
Everyone has an opinion about cars, don’t they? Your cousin says “Toyota or nothing.” Your colleague swears by German machines. Your bank says please, be serious. Then the salesperson smiles: “This one? Strong resale.” Lovely. But you’re the one paying for fuel, tyres and traffic. So, do you
Thinking of importing a used car after July 1st, 2025? You might want to read this first. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a sweeping overhaul of how import duties are calculated for second-hand cars. The updated Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP) schedule replaces the 2019 benchmarks and could
Love is in the air! And while roses and chocolates are sweet, let’s be honest—they’re a little cliché. This Valentine’s Day, why not go beyond the ordinary and surprise your special someone with a gift that truly lasts? Imagine the joy of handing over the keys
Smart Driving and Fuel-Efficient Cars to Beat Rising Fuel Costs If you’ve been behind the wheel lately, then you’ve definitely felt the pinch at the pump. With fuel prices in Kenya creeping higher and higher, motorists everywhere are scrambling for ways to cut costs without sacrificing their mobility.
Are you in the market for a new car? Before you start scrolling through international listings or eyeing that fancy import, let’s chat about why buying from a local dealership might just be the smartest move you’ll make this year. Let’s dive into why sticking close to
Are you thinking of selling your car in Nairobi? If so, you’re probably wondering how to get the best possible resale value – especially in a city where the car market is ever-changing na kugonwa ni rahisi. As exciting as Nairobi’s car market, selling your car here can be
The Eastern Bypass just got a whole lot more interesting. If you live in the area, you know Kamakis. It’s one of the legendary go-to spots for the best Nyama Choma, and weekend plans. It’s also the artery that connects Thika Road to Mombasa Road, a place of
Let’s start with a confession: I love cheap things. Discounted. On offer. Clearance. “Last piece.” If there’s a sale, I’m there with my M-Pesa app open. That mentality works for shoes, maybe a microwave. It’s a disaster with cars. A pair of 1,500 bob sneakers
Some cars look like bargains until the first month of ownership. Others cost a little more but behave far better on real roads. This happens, especially in Kenya, where most vehicles are 8–12-year-old foreign-used imports and locally-used vehicles of varying ages dating all the way back to the 70s.
You’ve no doubt fallen for it yourself. FOMO — the fear of missing out. Maybe when buying a phone. Maybe a home appliance. The point is, you know the feeling. You’ll hear a car seller: “Buda, niko na watu wengine wanakuja kesho asubuhi. Ukitaka hii gari, decide leo.” The
On December 15, you probably saw the fuss about President William Ruto’s approval of the second generation of driving licenses, instant fines, and the Judiciary’s mobile courts. Before any of that reaches you, it helps to know the basics: what actually counts as a “minor” traffic offence in
Thinking of driving upcountry this festive season? Here is something you should know first. Kenya is entering a new era of traffic enforcement. In a Cabinet meeting on December 15, 2025, the government approved second-generation smart driving licences delivered through a public–private partnership (PPP)—linking licences to instant fines,
Here’s a no brainer – how many times have you been stopped by the traffic police? What’s the first thing they usually check? That insurance sticker, right? And you always panic. Why? Because car insurance in Kenya isn't optional. The Traffic Act (Cap 405) makes it mandatory
Owning a car changes everything in your life. You should meet my friend Steve. A few years ago, we’d be busy having a serious conversation and then he goes silent, looks at his Mercedes Benz 200D 1985, and goes, “Na ununue gari bro, hata kama ni Demio. We haujui
Festive season selling is wild. Buyers are everywhere, wallets are full, and everyone's in a rush. You'd think this makes car selling easy, right? Wrong. The same urgency that brings buyers might also brings chaos. It’s only natural, and some sellers panic, price haphazardly, skip
Your car could be worth more this December than any other month of the year. Seriously. Bonuses are dropping, buyers have cash burning holes in their pockets, and everyone needs wheels for upcountry trips. And with a used car market that’s thriving, your well-maintained ride could save someone up
Not long ago, this proud friend of mine went on TikTok to rant about ‘fake friends.’ He said they were discouraging him from buying a car in December because kuna majukumu mob ( many competing needs). They told him the prices were high, and then he went ahead and bought an
Once in a taxi ride home from an event, I had a conversation with the car owner. It was a sleek Toyota Sienta. Clean, hybrid version with a mileage of 73,000 km or so. We got to talking about where he bought it (of course he said he imported
