1989 Nissan 240SX review from North America
"Nothing else compares to this RWD dream"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
ERG
Running rich
Front caliper slide pins
Right rear axle seal
Slave Cylinder leaks
Exhaust rusted out, replaced completely
Window regulator broke, needed replacement.
General comments?
Beautiful car. Car was rusted and needed a lot of help. Toyota dealership had all rust, dents, everything removed and included new fenders and everything, repainted, looks new. People often guess what year the car is and guess 2001 etc. It is way ahead of its age and has been very reliable despite the things that have gone wrong.
The car is quick, but not a real competitor if that is what you are looking for. Would recommend getting a 91 and up just to get the DOHC version. More power and better gas mileage. Also heard of less problems with the KA24DE. If you want a serious competitor, the SR20DET swaps right in and has much more potential for serious power.
If you have winter conditions, you are absolutely going to need winter tires. RWD + all season + snow just doesn't mix to well.
Feels great to drive, everything you need is right there in good places so you don't have to fiddle with dials and what not.
Excellent vehicle, I will not give it up for a very long time.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4 KA24E Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 130000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 138000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Toyota 4Runner |
| Date of Entry | 18th December, 2005 |