Before 176,000 miles, I had normal repairs and replaced the clutch once.
At 176,000 miles I replaced the engine.
This month I had to replace the starter, have the rear brakes resurfaced, and replace the exhaust manifold.
I hit a major pothole a few years back, was able to get by with a shim to correct the warped control arm until recently and then had to replace the lower control arm and axle in order to get the alignment OK.
The worst thing about this car: they stopped making them and I can't get a new one...
This car is one of a few that I can adjust so the seats don't hurt my back - it is very comfortable.
The handling is smooth and steering is nice and tight, I drive this car long distances on a fast highway without concern.
I repainted the car last year, because I was tired of the color (no, I would NOT recommend getting Maaco to paint your car, but that's another website... there is now rust damage where none existed before).
This is a great little car, almost a pet since I've had it so long (yes, it has a name, but I'm not going to share that with you right now).
I am working on a 87 Stanza, can you help me in getting the starter off? reply to colstan64@aol.com.
I own a 1989 Nissan Stanza as well. I'm presently trying to locate the starter on my car. can you please tell me where it is located? thanks
gtl47@aol.com.
I have a 1989 stanza, and the only problems it gave me is a clunking sound when I take off fast in 1st gear and part of 2nd.. I don't know what could be causing this... please email me if you have an idea... my email is Baked_Sk8a_420@hotmail.com.