2002 Maxima-113,000 miles for $8500

[AuAltima3.5]

Make sure it does not consume oil. It's a problem with higher mile VQ's.

Auto? Make sure the fluid isn't burnt. The four speed autos are not really long lived.

Other than that, they are great cars. Decent pick up, somewhat quiet, and stylish.

[RTexasF]

Scott -

Is there a thread concerning what happened to you & the Mazda? If so I obviously missed it........

[SHICKS]

My nephew just got a 2004 Maxima with 100k + miles for 10k. I used to have a 2000 Maxima, while a nice car and great engine, it just was not sporty enough for me.

Steve

[BigJimZ28]

Originally Posted by RTexasF

Scott -

Is there a thread concerning what happened to you & the Mazda? If so I obviously missed it........

here it is:
http://autopia.org/forum/car-detaili...-buff-out.html

[Setec Astronomy]

Originally Posted by Scottwax

Once a car is declared a total in Texas, even if you don't have a check for your car, insurance no longer has to cover a rental.

What is the logic behind that?

[M54]

The new Sonata is an utterly fantastic car worth looking into.

A used W202 MB is also a pretty good too.

[Setec Astronomy]

Originally Posted by M54

The new Sonata is an utterly fantastic car worth looking into.

Yeah, what kind of deal was there on that '06? You would still have the remains of the 100K warranty.

[WilliamHBonney]

Originally Posted by G35stilez

Maxima is a great car, Scott. The paint sucks though. Expect the nose to be absolutely sand-blasted. The engine is world-class and never dies. It handles nice and IMO, looks very sharp.

Err...paint sucks? Got 70k on mine and there is nothing excessive about the paint wear.

[WilliamHBonney]

Whats your price range Scott?

cars.com: 2002 Nissan Maxima GLE

cars.com: 2003 Nissan Maxima SE

cars.com: 2003 Nissan Maxima SE

[Scottwax]

Originally Posted by WilliamHBonney

Whats your price range Scott?

Trying to keep it under $15,000. I have two in college right now, plus at some point I need to get my umbilical hernia fixed and my deductible is $2500.

Originally Posted by Setec Astronomy

Yeah, what kind of deal was there on that '06? You would still have the remains of the 100K warranty.

Honestly, the car looked a little beat for only 30,000 miles. Smoked in too, I saw a couple areas with cigarette burns.

Not sure why Texas law is the way it is concerning rentals if your car is totaled. They should at least be required to pay for one until you get a check. Doesn't help that I am dealing with Allstate. Third time I've been hit by one of their policy holders and each time they drag their feet. First time was one some clown blew through a red to "not get stuck in traffic", which really backfired on him. Totaled my 1977 Olds Cutlass Supreme Brougham (crushed velour interior!) that I had swapped a 455 into about two months prior. Despite the police report (it happened when I was still living in Arizona), two witnesses that said he ran a light, it was several days before they even admitted responsibility-but they did get me into a rental with a couple days. Took more than 2 weeks to get a check though. 2nd time, someone slid into my car in a parking lot on a rare Texas icy day. Estimate was just under $400 but as usual, it took forever. They told me they would mail a check but I told them I would pick it up at their office. I show up and they said it would be a while before they'd have it ready, so I let my kids (who were around 1 and 3 at the time) run around and generally tear up their waiting area. Had a check in 45 minutes.

[WilliamHBonney]

Originally Posted by Scottwax

Trying to keep it under $15,000. I have two in college right now, plus at some point I need to get my umbilical hernia fixed and my deductible is $2500.



Honestly, the car looked a little beat for only 30,000 miles. Smoked in too, I saw a couple areas with cigarette burns.

Not sure why Texas law is the way it is concerning rentals if your car is totaled. They should at least be required to pay for one until you get a check. Doesn't help that I am dealing with Allstate. Third time I've been hit by one of their policy holders and each time they drag their feet. First time was one some clown blew through a red to "not get stuck in traffic", which really backfired on him. Totaled my 1977 Olds Cutlass Supreme Brougham (crushed velour interior!) that I had swapped a 455 into about two months prior. Despite the police report (it happened when I was still living in Arizona), two witnesses that said he ran a light, it was several days before they even admitted responsibility-but they did get me into a rental with a couple days. Took more than 2 weeks to get a check though. 2nd time, someone slid into my car in a parking lot on a rare Texas icy day. Estimate was just under $400 but as usual, it took forever. They told me they would mail a check but I told them I would pick it up at their office. I show up and they said it would be a while before they'd have it ready, so I let my kids (who were around 1 and 3 at the time) run around and generally tear up their waiting area. Had a check in 45 minutes.

I understand. College isnt fun to pay for, I know I have $45k in loans to pay back. I love my Maxima. Only thing that ever went wrong I caused except the exhaust pipe just rusted through. I kinda like the noise, sounds strong without being ricey

[Xtreme-Klean]

Scottwax, the Maxima is an excellent car overall. I used to own one till it got wecked by a looney in a 7 car collision. The car was a 99 year with 185K miles on it. Paint is on the soft side since it chips easily. The engine is built to last. This goes with the interior as well. After all the years I had it for, there was hardly any signs of wear. As for obtaining parts, you can get them cheap online. The only thing I added to the car was an improved rear anti swaybar and changed the shocks after 95K miles.