1989 Nissan Pulsar Vector review from Australia and New Zealand
"Reliable, good commuter or first car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing major, just general wear and tear; distributor and ignition module.
The airconditioner stopped blowing cool air, was quoted $1200 to fix, decided winding down the windows was a better option.
Replaced exhaust with standard size, ran smoother and quieter.
I'm still in touch with the current owner who's had brakes, bushes, shocks done, etc.
Synchro was also worn on second gear which required a slightly more delicate approach to gear changes.
General comments?
Reliable, nice to drive, plenty of low end grunt for a little commuter, steers nice with plenty of feel, comfortable seats. Boxy shape makes it a boon to park. Excellent fuel economy.
Noisy at speed, makes long trips tiring (don't buy one with a modified exhaust if you plan to drive long distances). The trusty old family four built by Holden engine is unwilling to rev with little top end, it's no sports car, but still more grunt than say a similar yr laser or corolla.
The little boot is pretty hopeless, buy a hatchback.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 Manual |
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| Distance when acquired | 156000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 186000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Falcon |
| Date of Entry | 16th August, 2005 |