The window-winder mechanism collapsed, allowing the driver's side window to drop down into the door and partially shatter. The dealer repaired the problem perfectly free of charge, and were very nice about it.
This is a brilliant little car - I can't really fault it.
It lacks acceleration at higher speeds, but then it is carrying a 6'5" fat man in the driver seat and a pretty weighty stereo system :-)
It handles brilliantly, the body does roll through corners, but it is totally predictable and smooth, and easy to correct any under/over-steer.
All in all it's been reliable and cheap to run, and I'd definitely recommend it.
I've noticed several comments in the various reviews of some quality issues with the cars.
Perhaps the export cars to Australia were better prepared or I was just lucky, however apart from the issue of the dust entering the cabin, mechanically the car has been fault free.
Bought new in 1996 a K11. 1.3litre. Now with 220,000 km's.
Mike.
I too own a Micra, and I have had the same problem with the windows. On the drivers side, when I first purchased the car, and just recently on the passenger's side (which I have had fixed, but has slid down again). I rang to complain about this problem to Nissan HQ, and was confronted by a very rude customer service chap. All and all, a great car, but I haven't been able to drive it on three occasions due to the windows, for safety.
I have just bought a second hand Celebration.
Wound down the window, and the winder came off in my hand!
No window sliding yet though.
These are fabulous cars, I had the basic 1993 L model prior to this one, which had no toys at all!
For 1250 quid, with this, I have a nice radio cassette, alloys, sunroof, and power steering, not to mention (all be it imitation) wood trim on the dash and gearshift. Pretty excellent for a cheap small car.
This is now my second Micra, and I will most definitely stay with this make of car! Reliable, cheap to run, and pure fun to drive.
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