1988 Nissan Stanza GXE review from North America
"Comfortable, reliable runner"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Over time, the electric window mechanisms have broken, but I was able to repair them rather than replacing them.
The transmission finally went out at 269,000 miles, but I had it rebuilt and it continues to run fine.
Replaced water pump one time (at 239,000 miles) and the timing belt twice.
Rust is finally becoming an issue here in northern Illinois, but a little mud and paint will make it look better this summer.
General comments?
I drive this car 90 miles per day at interstate speeds, and it rides like it is floating on whipped cream.
The engine is strong and has never been opened up. Just change the oil religiously at 3,000 miles (with a can of GUNK engine flush every time) and this engine will last forever. It doesn't leak a drop of oil, and now (at 313,000 miles) burns about one-half of a quart between oil changes.
Interior remains almost perfect, and seats are comfortable with more than adequate headroom.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 1991 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Liter I-4 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 45000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 314000 miles |
| Previous car | Buick Century |
| Date of Entry | 11th March, 2003 |