1997 Nissan Maxima GXE review from North America
"I would buy it again"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The only item needing repair/replacement has been the starter, which went out around the 80,000 mile mark. Everything else has been normal maintenance (brakes, tires, etc.)
There is also a minor rattle/squeak from around the instrument cluster that I notice from time to time.
It pings on any gasoline that isn't premium grade.
General comments?
We bought the car used, and it has been one of the best automotive bargains we have ever made. The car remains reliable, comfortable, economical, quick and relatively quiet.
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| Lots of fun, mostly reliable, economical |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 29000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 85000 miles |
| Previous car | Nissan 2 X 4 Truck |
| Date of Entry | 30th June, 2004 |