1986 Nissan 200SX XE review from North America
"Speedy, sporty, beautiful hatchback with attitude"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front two brake disk pads have broken.
Rust near the rear wheel wells.
Seats have become hard, but still somewhat comfortable.
Burns oil, but does not smoke.
Uses up power steering fluid quite a bit.
Wire harness loose.
Spark plug wires loose.
General comments?
Excellent cabin, although back seat space is nonexistent.
All digital dash, everything electronic, you would think it'd take two batteries for everything.
Excellent stock stereo system, comes with graphic equalizer and 4 excellent, and easily modifiable speakers (have hooked up 2 after-market large speakers in addition, in the hatch).
Was a Rally Car... run extremely hard, but still runs like new, albeit a few hiccups now and then.
Really speeds when you learn how to drive it. I've raced quite a few cars (Camaros, Corvettes, RX7, etc), and the car performs wonderfully. It's quite satisfying to see the look on a hot-rodders face as you beat them in this little hatchback.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 liter fuel injected Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 115000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 130000 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda B2200 |
| Date of Entry | 12th January, 2002 |