2004 Nissan Maxima SE review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Moonroof.
General comments?
I bought the 04 Maxima in September 04. I do a lot of highway driving. I currently have 10k on the max and the only problem I had at 100miles was the moon roof; would not close shut. Had that fixed at the dealer at no cost (lubricant added). I live in Chicago and in the winter there is a lot of salt and its cold... I notice that the rear end of the car makes a squeaking noise when on a wavy road. So far I have no brake problems, I'll definitely post if I get any. However, my dash reported "battery and Brake" and I have not seen it ever since (weird). I have owned 4 Maximas and they all have performed excellent in terms of reliability and power. Gosh, I miss my 97 Max!!!
What I like about the 04 MAX:
1. It's a Maxima
2. Roomy
3. Style
4. Interior
5. Door handles
6. Sporty yet Luxurious
7. Bose sound
8. Response time when on the highway
9. Beat on the engine and it still idles like my 97
10. Good paint quality.
What I don't like about the 04 MAX:
1. Steering Play at fast takeoff
2. Wipers are cheap
3. Interest rate at 3% instead of what I wanted; 2%.
What I would like to see Nissan add in the future to the Maxima:
1. All Wheel drive system.
Some did you know (s) :
Did you know that you could lock all your doors using the remote device even if the car is ON?
Not responsible if you try it :)
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2004 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.5 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 50 miles |
| Most recent distance | 10000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan Maxima |
| Date of Entry | 30th December, 2004 |



