1997 Nissan Primera Precision review from UK and Ireland
"Functional, reliable and cheap"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
In over four years, three years consistently with 2 hours per day driving, this car has been remarkable.
Aside from the occasional exhaust and tyre replacement, it has ever needed an alternator replacement (2006). Reliability excellent, running costs very low (40mpg). It has never required the attention of a Nissan dealer, so cannot comment on their costs.
General comments?
Has done everything requested of it. While not a head-turner, it handles well and has plenty of space for family, and good boot. Metallic paint, no rust. Security includes standard immobiliser.
Mine is a P10E model. Only driver's airbag, and no air con. Would like to update, but cannot find a good reason to. Loathe to try the bulky, tank-like current Primera series (difficult for my wife to drive as well, I guess). May try a P11 - after this experience, I will stick with Nissan or Volvo (previous car).
The Nissan is comfortable on long journeys, for drivers and passengers.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6L 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 36000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 91000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 440 |
| Date of Entry | 12th May, 2007 |