1991 Nissan 240SX Base review from North America

Upon buying the car in 2003 I had to get it smogged, it failed and needed all sorts of smog related work.

Water pump cracked, but I didn't know until I performed a pressure test and coolant started pouring from the pump, however under normal driving conditions, it was never a problem.

Master cylinder was leaking, had to be replaced, looking over service records, it had been a problem before in '94.

Drivers seat is wearing rapidly.

Somehow the mounting bolt for the alternator slid out and the belt snapped, it made no noise at all, but my battery light came on, but paid no attention to it since I blow fuses all the time, car died in traffic.

Steering rack leaks.

Valve cover gasket/spark plug gasket was leaking, replaced a week ago.

Differential seal leaking.

I think my front seal it leaking and I know my oil pan gasket is leaking, not too bad however.

Hose to from power steering reservoir to pump was leaking, replaced.

Rear brakes are gone and so are rotors, need replaced.

Front brakes make a grind/roar under heavy braking.

Plastic tail of antenna broke and is now stuck inside motor, unplugged power antenna, reception is fine without it.

Drivers side lap belt has broken, doesn't retract.

Passenger side front inner fender ripped off one day while driving in windy weather, also ripping the plug out of the windshield washer pump rendering it unfixable.

I like the layout of the interior, its very well designed compared to other cars I've ridden in/driven.

Car handles very well even stock, hopefully I can upgrade the suspension soon.

I like the 240sx, it's a great car however mine isn't the best, I'm hoping to sell this one and maybe buy another someday, but my ultimate car of choice is my 73 240Z which is currently in pieces.

In spite of all the things that have gone wrong with my car and the things still going wrong, I still like it and its still fun to drive, even though it's an automatic.