Summary:
Not up to Japanese quality
Faults:
My timing chain guide broke after the first 3000 miles. Shortly after, transmission failure.
General Comments:
This was my first and last Nissan purchase. Paying $3200 for a truck, you would think it would last more than 4 months.
First problem was the timing chain guide; had it repaired, setting me back $1500. A month later the transmission went out.
I was hoping this truck would be up to Toyota standards.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 6th November, 2007
3rd Feb 2013, 10:03
This experience is mirrors mine. However, after at first thinking that the brand was junk, I was forced to own up to fact that I had purchased an abused/neglected vehicle. Nice paint, new wheels and tires, and a new stereo do not a truck make.
Lesson learned: Look beyond what you see, have a trusted mechanic give it a complete going over. My mistake cost me an engine replacement, new clutch and new exhaust system. With a mechanic brother and friends' help, I now have a very nice rig that is every bit as good as my old Toyota 4x4. Buying a used pickup can be a gamble for sure.
