1996 Nissan Sentra review from North America
"Great for interstate miles"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Eventually replaced the transmission twice.
Alternator.
Electrical system.
Two window motors.
Shot a rod through the engine at 115k.
General comments?
Car lasted pretty long, great interstate driving.
Very comfortable, horrible transmission though.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 115000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 20th November, 2003 |