1997 Nissan Maxima SE review from North America
"Great Car for the Money"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bad Drivers Window Motor Regulator.
Sticking Rear Brake Caliper.
Slight 5th gear grindage when shifting from higher RPMs.
General comments?
The Max has been a great car in the somewhat short time that I have had it. The V6 has great mid-range power for what it is; the engine sounds great with an aftermarket air intake, and definitly adds some top end power. I have the fully loaded SE. It's got a great sound system and is very comfortable for long trips. The only downside is the handling. Of course, its not a sports car, but it would have been nice if Nissan had implemented an independent suspension design on the Max. I get around 25-27mpg on the highway and average 19-22 with city driving. Overall this is probably the best all around car you can get for such a low price. Make sure you get it in stick, you won't regret it!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 V6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 122000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 129500 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan 240SX |
| Date of Entry | 9th May, 2005 |