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1998
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240SX SE

Better car start out with then a Z28 but sooner or later your goin to want something with more power

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240SX LE

Sporty, yet elegant and classy

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1997
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240SX Coupe

Still a dream car

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240SX SE

One of the most sought after cars on the market, a true sports car

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240SX Standard

The handling of the car is superb, but the stock engine is very weak

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240SX SE Coupe

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240SX SE

Best all round Japanese performer

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1997 Nissan 240SX SE review from North America

"One of the most sought after cars on the market, a true sports car"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Rear camber is tricky. I brought it for a 4 wheel alignment and they don't know how to fix it.

It has a small shelf in the back, cleverly disguised as a rear seat.

Stock brakes/calipers are too weak.

General comments?

The engine that comes in the North American version is in all actuality a truck engine. That means it produces a good deal of low end torque (it makes you go fast from a full stop). Getting approximately 25 miles to the gallon, it still delivers a fun ride.

Nissan's Silvia S13 (240SX 89-94),

S14 (240SX 95-98) was designed to be a canyon carver, and these attributes show through quite clearly in the way the car handles. The wheel spacing combined with the low stance of the car allow for a stable base. You can take turns smoothly and at a slightly faster pace than most, without experiencing chassis roll.

Interior seats are reminiscent of bucket design. For someone of average to small stature they are quite comfortable. People with broad shoulders should find relative comfort.

The dashboard gages are reverse indiglo, meaning black numbers on a white background, which allows for easy reading during daylight hours, and at night, viola, the digits are illuminated for stress-less reading.

Probably one of the best looking cars around. Not many on the road as they were a semi-limited run. So they are head turners. But the real beauty lies in the cars capabilities. With the right equipment, and a decent wallet, this can be the great car it was meant to be.

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1998 - 240SX SE 2.4 KA24DE

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Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Year of manufacture1997
First year of ownership2003
Most recent year of ownership2003
Engine and transmission 2.0L KA20DE Automatic
Performance marks 8 / 10
Reliability marks 9 / 10
Comfort marks 9 / 10
Dealer Service marks  
Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 7 / 10
Overall marks (average of all marks) 8.3 / 10
Distance when acquired96000 miles
Most recent distance103000 miles
Previous carToyota Supra
Date of Entry 18th February, 2003

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