I am getting a new car:) Anyone drive a Nissan?

[BabyGirl Rosie]

Originally Posted by LuvTaycieGirl

I love Altimas too they are slightly smaller then a Maxima but not by much. I test drove one the other day. It had a 3.5 engine in it same as the Maxima. I can believe the power that car had

It's hard making a decision..mostly because I just wqmt to find something i wont have to fix all the time. And the more I talk to people everyone has a different experience. Oh the joys of having cars Honestly, I think no matter what it is someone will have a different experience with it good or bad.

Yes, it is just like anything else. Some will have good things to say and some will have bad things to say. Your mechanic should be able to tell if it is a good car and if it has been taken care of by the previous owner. You could also ask the dealer if the previous owner would be willing to talk to you regarding the car.

[SophieKatesMom]

I just recently got a Nissan Rogue, LOVE IT!!! I wanted to keep in the SUV catagory but wanted something a little smaller than what I had. So far I have had great luck!!!

[DJDB]

If you're just looking for reliability then get any of the import cars. I have heard that Ford has come far with the Fusion, but I still would not buy domestic. Just heard and experienced WAY too many bad BAD things. Don't ever buy Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Pontiac, Chev or GMC. They're all total garbage.... no offence to anyone who owns one

The nice thing about going with a smaller model new car is that you get a long warranty with it, and you also will usually get way better financing options. When I was looking for my first new car the bank was offering me 9% interest on a used vehicle, but I got my new Mazda for 1.9% over 5 yrs. My new Speed came with 0% for 6 years. Plus, already being a Mazda owner, they took $1000 off the price of the car, on top of a $1000 off special offer.

Consumer reports!! Read them!!

[ritapatt]

Our last 2 cars were new Toyotas,I thought they were more than I wanted to spend too, but we kept each for 9-10 years many miles and no major repairs! And than sold them for a decent price.

Try www.KBB.com(kelley blue book) to check the going prices -especially used cars.

[Wylie's Mom]

I have a Nissan Xterra the last 5 years and I LOVE it. I can be really hard on cars. I've had normal maintenance stuff, or age stuff need repairing...but not a money pit at all. I love it!

[southernbelle04]

I have a white 2010 Chevy Malibu and Brandon has a black Ford F-150 Extended Cab...we are like so opposite of each other. But I did have a Nissan Altima before I had the Malibu. It was a 2003. I loved the way it drove and did not have many problems out of it. It was so comfy and loved driving on the interstate in it. My hubby said it was just 'ok' but I loved it.

We also had a 2000 Nissan XTerra before that. We adored that car! Wonderful vehicle!

My Malibu is the very first brand new car I have ever had. I almost cried when I bought it. I had always had used. And although some may not like Chevy, I ADORE my Malibu! It drives like a dream, no problems whatsoever so far, wonderful warranty, great customer service at our local dealer, and best of all great on gas and I was able to afford it. I will have it paid off in 3 years. I will probably get an SUV next. We love the car but are running out of space, especially when we travel back and forth from AL to PA.

[LuvTaycieGirl]

Thanks for all the input guys!

[Micah my love]

Good luck in finding your new car

[morkieholly]

I have a 2010 Armada that I love!! No problems yet, but it is still fairly new. My mother has an Altima that I think is a 2003. It has been a great car.

I think no matter the maker you can get an excellent car or you can get a lemon. My first new car was a 1994 Pontiac Sunfire. I think it was around $12k, iirc. I drive that car for 10 years, my husband drove it for 3 years and now one of his employees still drives it. Now that is getting your money's worth out of a Pontiac!!

[LuvTaycieGirl]

Originally Posted by morkieholly

I have a 2010 Armada that I love!! No problems yet, but it is still fairly new. My mother has an Altima that I think is a 2003. It has been a great car.

I think no matter the maker you can get an excellent car or you can get a lemon. My first new car was a 1994 Pontiac Sunfire. I think it was around $12k, iirc. I drive that car for 10 years, my husband drove it for 3 years and now one of his employees still drives it. Now that is getting your money's worth out of a Pontiac!!

I couldn't agree more

[lovespandp]

My Mom has a Nissan Altima and she loves it!

I had a Corvette and I just loved that! It was a 2000 and it was getting up there in the miles so we traded it in for a 2011 Dodge Ram. I have that truck and DH has a Dodge Ram 4x4 2012. We both love our trucks. I never had a truck this is my first and I can honestly say I love it. I have a 6" lift on it with 32" tires. I run over just about anything and I dont have to worry- I am also higher up so I can see really good!! The inside is nice and big, and I have the back to carry stuff when I need to!! I love having a truck now that I have one! I am pretty use to it I also have a 5 year bumper to bumper warranty on it

I think whatever you get buy it new so you have a nice warranty and don't have to worry about anything

[zedhead]

Originally Posted by DJDB

What kind of car are you looking for? A NEW Nissan Maxima is about $50k (taxes in, in Canada). That's a big budget. Are you wanting a luxury car, which is what I would consider a Maxima, or more of a compact car?

I suggest you get the consumer report book. I did that when purchasing my first new car and ended up getting the Mazda 3. It was the lowest price of the three imports I was looking at (Mazda 3, Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla), came with the most options, and had the best consumer rating. I was so happy with it!! I drove it for 4 years without putting ONE cent into it other than oil changes. I traded it in last year for the MazdaSpeed 3 (same idea, but with a turbocharger - the car is FAST). I love it even more. My fiance has also driven Madas for the last 10 years and he loves them too. Neither of us has put any repair money into our cars. I have two friends with Mada 3s and they haven't put any money into them either.

My boss owns a Nissan Murano and he's had a lot of problems with it. Some sort of electrical issue that left him stranded many many times. He said he would never buy another one. However, another ex-boss of mine owned a Maxima and really liked it.

Do a lot of research. Consumer ratings should influence your decision.

Originally Posted by DJDB

If you're just looking for reliability then get any of the import cars. I have heard that Ford has come far with the Fusion, but I still would not buy domestic. Just heard and experienced WAY too many bad BAD things. Don't ever buy Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Pontiac, Chev or GMC. They're all total garbage.... no offence to anyone who owns one


Consumer reports!! Read them!!

First off, Consumer reports is NOT a reliable way to make a car buying decision. They test like Girls. (no offence to any girls) I've been driving and maintaining myown vehicles for 30 years. Every company out there makes good and bad vehicles. I've gotten over 200K miles out of a Pontiac, Ford, Nissan, and our current Subaru. I've got an old Mazda with over 300k miles. None with any major work done on them

I can tell that a lot of Peeps THINK that domestic cars are unreliable. DJDB's statement is sooo silly. It's a sterotype that has held on with no substaciating proof. Brainwashed people giving recomendations keeps it going.

A car is the most complicated thing that most people own, keeping all those moving parts and electronics working properly and together is a complicated engineering feat. Most of the times builders get it right.

For what its worth, Toyota and Honda are ranked right up on top as far as recalls go.

Good luck with your car hunting.

[DJDB]

Thanks for the personal attack.

Noted.

[DJDB]

Actually, this has made me realize why I hate forums - they're full of inconsiderate, rude people.

I've about had enough of the immature garbage. I will not be back to YT.

[lovespandp]

Originally Posted by DJDB

Actually, this has made me realize why I hate forums - they're full of inconsiderate, rude people.

I've about had enough of the immature garbage. I will not be back to YT.

LMAO look who is talking!! You are unbelievable! I think you will be back because that is the type of person you are!