1993 Nissan Sentra Limited Edition XE review from North America
"This car is efficient, reliable, safe, and the years treat it well"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I needed new struts at about 115,000 to 120,000 miles.
I've needed an alignment since I had the car.
The CV joint snapped at about 130,000 miles and cost $300 to fix.
The exhaust system putters due to being rear ended.
At times when I'm turning (mainly left hand turns) my car stalls in traffic.
There is some rust on the back of the car and the right side by the back tire.
The speakers needed to be replaced.
The glove compartment door fell off and had to be fixed.
The trunk was leaking through one of the taillights and is now fixed.
The rear defroster stopped working correctly at about 125,000 miles. It needs to be pushed a few times for it to work because I don't know if it's working because the light doesn't go on.
General comments?
This was my first car and I'm happy it was because despite of it's problems it is a very good and reliable car.
The problems are few and far between and the only thing has been a major problem is the snapping CV joint.
This car is great on gas. Gas is currently $2.19 in my area and it only takes me $20-$25 to fill it up.
The car is a little sluggish at times even when I put the pedal to the metal.
The brakes don't seem to work as well as they used too. The best way I can describe it is that they sink to the floor almost when being pressed.
Overall though this car is great. If treated well, this car will last you. I would definitely buy another Nissan and if it came down to it I would definitely get another 93' Sentra.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1993 |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 99000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 135000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 30th March, 2005 |