Great Car!
Nothing has gone wrong yet! But, when starting it on cold days it makes a weird noise when it starts, but only does this on cold days, But it does start every time. If anyone has any advice on this, please let me know???
It has been a pretty good vehicle. Only have replaced the front axles.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 23rd November, 2005
Great
Well, I have just gotten this car, so I haven't experienced any problems.
This car has a smooth ride, enjoyable. Gets very good gas mileage, about 27 per city. It is a great car for any new driver, because of the good fuel economy.
It has some trouble getting up hills, chugs a little. Handling could be better.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 14th August, 2005
Statistically it sounds safe and reliable. However, there are some of them that were not meant to be
Alternator went bad twice $400 each time.
Water pump been replaced 4 times $300 each time.
Rear brakes wear off too fast.
Oil started leaking in a distributer $500.
Other than that everything was fine.
I really liked this car. I don't know why the water pump went off 4 times and why the alternator stopped working twice. I live in California. The weather is very nice out here. I took care of my Nissan as it was humanly possible, but still I had problems with it. I don't know whether it were the mechanics who installed things improperly or whether it's the car. I think it was the car. I'm the second owner of the vehicle. I knew a person who sold me this car and he said that he didn't have any trouble with it. I guess it all depends on whether it was built to last or not. Good luck!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 11th August, 2005
UPDATE:
135,000 The Car cannot pass the CA SMOG Exam. I changed the oxygen sensor $270 but it did not solve it. I need to change Catalytic converter (was told about $500).
Gonna sell this car!
In California the seller is legally responsible to ensure the car passes smog, so you'll have to eat the expense one way or another.
The best car for the price!
Absolutely Nothing.
This is the best car me, or my family has ever owned. Nissan's awesome. This car gets awesome gas mileage and is a very good little car. THANK YOU VERY MUCH NISSAN!
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 17th May, 2005
I totally agree. I'm closing in on 150k miles for this 1996 model, and I've had regular checkups and oil changes. besides that, nothing major has been repaired. the car is great and keeps on running. awesome piece of engineering.
I have had my 1996 Nissan Sentra GXE for three years now. It was my first car, it had taken some good beatings. It still runs like a gem. A few problems come up. But all easy fixes. But, with 200,000 miles on it, It's bound to start to have some problems! :)
Cost efficient, reliable, and fun to drive small car
Alternator died at 70,000 miles.
Interior ceiling starting to peel.
Nothing else - besides expected maintenance issues -like replacing tires, oil and air filters, etc.
If you are looking for a low cost car that is super reliable, I would recommend a Sentra to anyone. It's a great car for one or two people -would make a fantastic college car.
VERY reliable.
Handles well.
Engine is strained if carrying four people.
Cabin is comfortable for two -three to four people will feel cramped.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 18th April, 2005
Best car I have ever owned
As long as I have had it, a battery.
This is the best car I have ever owned. I paid 600.00 for the car, it had 147,000 miles on it. I am now on 164,000 on the car has no problems. I had to put a battery in it. It runs great, little hesitation, but I can't complain. I own a Taurus and I have put an engine and transmission in it before 115,000. Head gaskets blew at 38,000 miles. So in all for 600.00 bucks the Nissan it's worth more to me that any car I own. I have never had a car that would go 325 miles on a tank of gas, with 164,000 miles on it.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 9th December, 2004
11th Dec 2005, 22:43
I have close to 150k miles on the same model and it's running great so far. I've had to do regular maintenance stuff and replaced the tires and brake pads quite often, but nothing so serious taht I've had to drop off the vehicle for several days and consider purchasing another car. Overall it's a great little car for a cheap price.