1991 Nissan Sentra SE review from North America
"Reliable and affordable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Changed the original battery at 100,000, no really. Breaks at 80,0000, this also is true. new tires at 60,000. Everything else original equipment.
General comments?
My wife bought this car in 1991. I inherited the red marvel when my wife purchased a Nissan Maxima. I use this car as my daily work commuter. An amazing car, at 142,000 we have had no problems, all engine parts except for the spark plugs are all original equipment. Paint starting to show some wear, especially fading on the roof. Interior is still in the same mint condition as when purchased. The little engine that could is very peppy and reliable. This car handles very well and does remarkably well in snow. With the exception of the dash lights slowly one by one burning out, everything electric and mechanical on this car works.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1991 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 100 miles |
| Most recent distance | 142000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Maxima |
| Date of Entry | 29th October, 2002 |


