1996 Nissan Maxima GLE review from North America
"This car is not worth the money and hassle for the repairs"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have probably spent more on car repairs than payments since I bought my car 17 months ago.
I have had the alternator, starter, and O2 sensors replaced twice.
I just got the drive axles, front shocks/struts, and both strut mounts replaced. I still need to get the back struts replaced. Just today alone I spent $515 on my car and still don't have everything fixed on it.
I have had my front brakes fixed twice, most recently in August and they already sound horrible (it's November).
It also bents and scratches very easily. I am very careful with where I part my car, and I still have several dings on both sides in the front doors.
General comments?
My car is very comfortable and nice, but it's not worth how much money I am pumping into it. If I didn't owe more than it was worth I would be rid of it in a flash.
I can't wait to get rid of it.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 74000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 100300 miles |
| Previous car | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
| Date of Entry | 19th November, 2002 |