1993 Nissan Serena SLX review from UK and Ireland
"Expensive parts make for a short lifespan"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Unfortunately, I have not had good luck with this car, I had to replace the front strut... a big job apparently - cost £700.
Then the exhaust rear and middle section had to be replaced £300.
Now the Serena has failed the NCT test (national vehicle test in Ireland) because of high emission of carbon monoxide - the main dealer says it might be due to to an ECU (black box) which will cost £1000 to replace but can't guarantee that it will fix the problem and can't return the part once it's delivered.
I can't trade in without the NCT - the likelihood is that a good condition 93 Serena with 70k miles may have to be scrapped.
General comments?
I liked the Serena well enough even though it was heavy on petrol- but due to the above problems, I can't recommend it and I'll certainly NEVER buy another Nissan. Previous Toyotas were good cars all the way.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 50000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 70000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 2nd January, 2001 |