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Their dry weather performance is excellent (especially cornering...my friend has a Maxima with Bridgestone tires, and there is a noticeable difference). I'd say the wet performance is a little above average. Performance in the snow blows. If I'm on a slight downhill and I have to turn the tires to one side while I'm moving, I almost always end up skidding.
One thing to note: I bought a set of snow chains, and even though the chains claimed to fit the tire size, they didn't. The Nittos have such a flat profile, that I had to go to a bigger chain size in order to fit.
Anyway, it drives great, but I noticed another paint chip today. On the top of the rear bumper, larger than the others, about 1/32 of an inch in diameter. It looks like the paint just popped off. Very lame.
I'm still not too upset, the only other choice was spending another 15K for a BMW 530i. However, I will say that my 15 year old black MR2 with 110K has no chips like these - at all!
Ed A. a.k.a. altavista
P.S. for anyone: I know that pushing the selector button on the remote audio control cluster on the steering wheel turns on the radio, but is there any way to turn it off remotely? It might be nice...
I travel the expressway (LI) and got so many paint chips I lost count. All my cars got them. Although the Nissan paint seems a bit more susceptable.
Enjoy the ride. . .
Also, keep in mind he probably gets discounts on tires since he's a dealer. I'd guess you could probably get them for around $120 each back then (2 years ago).
If I lived in Miami, I'd probably buy the exact same tires again, but unfortunately I live in the DC area. We get just enough ice/slush in the winter to warrant getting a better all season tire this time around. I've heard good things about Pirelli all season tires, and I'll likely go with them.
I went on the internet and found a Nissan dealer in Sherman, TX that was selling it for $95.80 [includes "free" UPS shipping].
http://www.nissan-accessories.com/PP.asp?PID=93
It arrived within 3-4 days. The only thing is that the Nissan box instructions indicate that should include 4 parts: bumper bra section, hood bra section, instructions, and storage case. The storage case was NOT in the box. An email to the site has gone unanswered.
http://maxima.cardomain.com/member_pages/view_page.pl?page_id=131822&page=2
Saddleman, Inc.
2101 Enterprise Drive
Fremont, Ohio 43420
Telephone: (800) 950-9502 Ask for the nearest dealer.
All Maxima 2000 - 2001 #55799-01
Hope that this is of some help for you. Please let us know if you find a dealer and if you get a LeBra. We really like ours. Have a good day. Bahhumbug of Illinois
P.S. We like our Maxima better than the Bra of course. Ha! Ha!
from what i know thats the primary difference between the SE and the GXE&GLE
some one verify please
and my mistake about the leather.....for some reason i thought it had leather.
does anyone know where i can find the anniversary edition chrome side sills? and would it be a pretty easy install? ive seen several non-AE models with the chrome side sills installed and am thinking on gettin them.
http://www.courtesyparts.com/secondtier_a33.html
You will find the door sills.
Trooper
The 6-speed, memory seats and HID headlights would be nice - although I'm not sure I want the first year of a Maxima with a new engine and new transmission. I waited for the 2001 Max because I didn't want the first year of a significant model change. And I'm very glad I did - the 2001's are less problematic and include several small improvements, compared with the 2000's, judging by various forum responses...
The more powerful engine is nice, but I have to say, that the existing car is quite quick and fast. I'd trade better paint and a longer warranty for a few less ponies.
Ed A.
Planning on getting a new Max SE or GLE.
Can we buy a new Max and immediatly drive it 1,000 miles over mountains etc. on vacation, or do we need to have a "break-in" period. If so how long or how many miles?
GLE or SE? Is the ride really rough in the SE if we were to load it down with family of 4 and luggage?
Thanks in advance!!
Thanks
I saw aftermarket pedals and they all clamp on as with the 20 aniv. brake and clutch pedals. I am surprised that you need to swap out the entire assembly for only a pedal cover change. Thanks.
Boy, am I envious, the 2002 model has so much neat stuff that I wished I would have waited, then again lets see what 2003 brings! Too bad I planned that to keep my 2K for 10 years, Hmmmm...
One of my current cars is a 95 Maxima SE(5-speed). First year for that generation and engine. Not a single problem for 109,000 miles. I wouldn't be worried about buying a new model, although there were apparently some problems with the 2000/01 generation.
Thanks to Nissan for increasing the displacement. My 95 with 190hp/205lbs definitely feels quicker than the 00/01 with 222 hp. Apparently you can only "tweak" 3.0 liters so much and the nominal increase in torque from 95 to 00/01 didn't make up for the increased weight. I'm relatively more impressed with the 246 ft-lbs of increased torque the new model will have than 260 hp. Perhaps if I lived in Germany and drove the Autobahn daily, I would feel differently.
Even if the price goes up slightly, I respectfully disagree with a few posts suggesting the Maxima will lose relative value compared to the Acura TL or Infinity I35. Having owned an Acura and driven/riden in a TL extensively, even the TL "S" doesn't provide the handling feel and fun to drive factors of my 1995 Maxima. As for the I-35, it will only come with an automatic and softer suspension. No thanks. My personal purchase decision will likely come down to a 530i (sport)or a 2002 Maxima at $12-15k less. I have to say that, in spite of my preference for BMW handling, build quality and rear wheel drive, the last 6+ years of troubleproof Maxima experience doesn't make the decision any easier. Perhaps I should go with the Maxima and put the savings towards a "Z" car for weekend fun???
Final note: The 2002 may be the Maxima year for driving enthusiasts. If I understand correctly, the body style redesign for 2003 will be larger and likely heavier. From my experience, that's not the direction I would want to go in.
Try a few hundred below, if they say yes then tell them you expect to get the rebate also.
My info shows 3.9% on 24 months, 3.9%-4.9% for 36 months and 3.9%-5.9% up to 60 months. It seems the rate varies according to credit.
It seems to take at least two minutes before I get cool air. When I finally do it seems to warm slightly when I accelerate hard.
I read some post at the New Q45 post with similar complaints.
Is there a A/C issue with Nissan?
You might call a few dealers and confirm if the financing is still good in June.
Enjoy the ride. . .
I have the same problem with numerous reflections off the defroster lines on my 01 GLE. I had the tint job done soon after purchase and I don't remember if there were abnormal reflections before the tint. I've gotten used to it and I don't notice it much now. Hopefully you'll do the same.