1990 Nissan 240SX Fastback review from North America
"Bullet proof reliability in a sports car."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Radiator hose blew at 145,000.
Seats are beginning to wear.
Fuel injector O-rings are worn.
Valve seals are worn.
General comments?
Car was thrashed when it was purchased, yet it still starts and runs every single time.
Even though it has been nearly demolished and totaled once, this car is quick with razor-edge handling.
Perfect machine for tuners, the engine can push a LOT of horsepower for not a lot of money.
With a 1.8 inch lowering and 17 inch wheels, the car is still unable to scrape over speed bumps, and handles better than most sports cars.
Beautifully done interior, although the back seat works only for pets and/or groceries.
Stereo is meek and lazy, but I was able to fix that with some new speakers and a pair of sub woofers in the large trunk.
Truck engine produces lots and lots of low-end torque. Launches off from a dead stop.
Most fun car I have ever driven, and plan to keep this car for years to come.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1990 |
| Year of manufacture | 1990 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | KA24E Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 135000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 150000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 7th February, 2005 |