Scott... nice car!
I have one myself.. 02 SE 6spd.
And yes, nissan paint is horrible, especially when it comes to chips and such. I repainted the front end of mine.. i just wish the color wasn't off a shade.
It was a minor front hit when i bought it, and cost me roughly 5k total.
Nonetheless... things to watch out for, well hopefully yours is good to go. Mine threw the dreaded high idle code....im still trying to fix that one without going to the dealership. Other than some minor quirks, these cars are solid!! I beleive this is the 7th or 8th one we've had in the family.
I am not really fond of the new body style either... 02/03 is my fav... so i must say you have good taste!