1992 Nissan Sentra XE from North America - Comments

The A/C is failed completely, nothing comes out but hot air. That happened before I got it, though.

There was a leak in the trunk over the right tail light, the leak was also there before I bought it, but it didn't get too bad until I owned it. Every time it rained, it filled with water. It ended up getting really moldy and smelly. I had to take the carpet out and it is now replaced with a cardboard box.

It's really fun to drive, and really easy handling too, takes corners beautifully. I only drove automatics before, but as my first car, I've now fallen in love with standards due to my Nissan.

I bought my 1992 Nissan Sentra XE in 2000 for $1000 from a friend of mine.

The car was neglected, but preserved, and the condition of the exterior/superficiality of it is as follows:

The paint is oxidized to the point that the actual enamel is chipping and absent in large areas.

The body has a few minor dings.

The interior is in good condition.

There is a crack in the windshield.

The trunk leaks in rain and the leak has not yet been found (subsequently causing mildew, mold, and deterioration of the trunk board).

There is calcium build-up on the windows which I have been unable to remove with stripping materials.

In defense of the internals/engine of the ten year old Nissan, the condition is as follows:

Original hoses are in place, clean, and in excellent condition ("Nissan" is still quite visible in white print).

Air conditioning works well, but could benefit from a recharge.

Transmission in good condition.

Responds very well to full tune-up (runs like a champ).

Rides smooth and quietly despite it's light frame, body, and construction.

Gets excellent gas mileage.

I have made very few and minor changes and repairs, but am slowly restoring the car to the condition that would do it justice. I have had many inquiries from many people trying to talk me into selling it to them, but I would like to fix it up first. The only thing I have done was replaced and upgraded the stereo system/speakers, given it a tune-up and oil change, adjusted the clutch to its correct position, and given it the TLC it needed. The bottom line is that Nissan made a very good, affordable, reliable, and "user friendly" automobile when they made the 1992 Nissan Sentra XE. I would highly recommend this car to anyone interested in purchasing one.