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Altima 3.5 SL
MSRP 28,530 Invoice:26,650
Paid: 24,400 +TTL
this price is with the rebate
but car did have 3000 miles on it, allowing a increased leverage for bargaining on the price.
the car has traction control, floor mats and sidesill option and tinted windows(i really didn't care for). Any ways this car is awesome, handles well and it is fast.
I do have one question, the dealer mentioned something about the 3.5SL's suspension being more luxury tuned, hence absorbs bumps better and has better sound insulation compared to the 3.5SE or the 2.5, I did drive both and couldn't tell the difference too much. Any thoughts on that? thanks
Anyways, coming to the boards here, I think I might have overpaid =(. All you guys who got in with around 22K 3.5SE with sport package+options, you guys got a great deal. Too bad I bet many of your cars isn't MT. (We all know that MT is faster.)
The reason I'm here is I would like to get an audio dash kit similar to this guy's for my car.
http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/649834
I tried asking him but no response. If you guys know where, I can get this type of clean audio kit for the car, that would be great. I don't want the generic black ugly looking ones.
Also are there any more pages dedicated to altima discussion? I haven't found that many. I am interested in replacing the speakers and adding a sub, along with changing to those angel eyes/xeon lights. If anyone knows where to get more information about any of these topics, let me know! thanks
You might want to use the keyword search to find discussions on audio topics. And/or you might want to check out the list of discussions on our Aftermarket & Accessories Board.
Hope this helps!
Discovered the same complaint about road noise in the SE-R which others have commented on which doesn't seem to exist in the Max.. Different tires or extra insulation from the factory in the Max.? Saw the previous entry by the person who added the "dynamat". If you see this, how hard was the job?
Really like the exterior design of the SE-R over the Max., and the interior dimensional spec's. only seem to differ by about 1/2 inch. Living in Florida, the perforated leather is a must for me, which can only be had in the SE-R. Seems to me, Nissan is missing the boat here.
To cut to the chase, has anyone else out there been in the same quandry?
Joey
usually around 18-22 city, and a little bit higher for freeway.
I know when optioning out the Altima find myself on the SE close to $30K and now feel a sway to getting into a Base G35 sedan for a grand or two more to get the safety features the Altima lacks.......Advice????
FWIW, I find the trip computer in my '02 is pretty optimistic. It reads a good 1-2 mpg higher than what I get calculating by hand.
Thanks!
BTW, that reminds me when I was watching the news a few days ago. They were talking about parents using GPS to track their kids when they drive. There was one family who bought their 16 year old son a new 2005 G35 Coupe. Damn, I was lucky to get a used car when I was 18. Fortunately, I can buy one now if I wanted to.
Had my heart set on a Silver SER with the Red/Charcaol seats, but the dealer with that one in stock wants almost $1K more for one at another Silver SER with the Gray/Charcoal interior. Was informed that the Red/Charcoal is VERY difficult to get.
Tested a Green 3.5 SE MSRP about $1K less than the SER. While most of the vehicles are identical, my heart goes with the SER.
Per the Hudson Nissan the problem is being caused by the DashBoard Circuits..
(Unified Meter) according to the Service Manager, it controls the RPMS and
transmission, it sound like BS to me. Can anyone with knowledge of this help
me out.They want 600.00 plus labor to replace it... 'm leasing ,
why should I have to pay.
This is the last Nissan that I buy.
Year/Make/Model: 2002 NISSAN ALTIMA SE
Body Style: Sedan 4 DR
Engine Type: 3.5L V6 DOHC MPFI 24V
I have an 05, and I too think it will be the last Nissan I buy unless Nissan SERIOUSLY improves its quality.
I love the styling..but it has some small knick knacks that bother me.
I would like to know if the 94 Altima GXE has any potential problems. I am planning to buy this car. I am planning to take it to a mechanic. Is there something that I need to ask the mechanic to check it out...?
Thanks!
katts91@hotmail.com
Thanks!
-Jennifer :confuse:
Make sure you also change your air filter. If air flow is inhibited it will continue to stall.
Can you be more specific max as to what really dont you like about your 05 Altima.
Its the unpopular size 215/55HR17.
I still have the stock tires, turanza el42.
Its an o.k. tire but prefer something that rides softer with less noise.
I've had my new 2005 Altima for about a month now and have noticed major noise with the sunroof. It almost sounds like the sunroof is shifting around when it is closed and I am driving. When open it sounds like something is being blown around inside the sunroof. Has anyone had issues with this? I took it to the dealer and he told me it was simple car shift. I find it very annoying. Looking to see if anyone had this problem and if it was resolved.
Thanks.
You cannot trust the dealer,, I going today to Autozone. and verify the service codes, so the right part gets replace and I don't have to spend that much money... good luck to you
It was a great run with the Altima but now we've "zoom zoomed" on. I will still lurk in here from time to time. Wishing y'all many miles of trouble free motoring with your Altimas!
The Sandman :sick:
p.s. be sure NOT to have them include a diagnostic charge (about $65) for a diagnostic that you already will give to them!
Can someone help me?
My car stalls all the time and it's a lease and I'm not putting any more money into that vehicle. I have already replaced the engine.
Please reply, someone!
I don't think the 05 Altima is any different.
I remember thinking that 150 watts wasn't a lot, but Edmunds.com rated the BOSE system in the Altima as one of the best...so oh well.
The Previous Gen Maxima had a 120 watt CD player and a 200 Watt CD (00-01) CD6 (02-03)
I LOVED the previous generation Maxima...almost bought a used one instead of my Altima.
Taken from the owners manual.
Defrosting or defogging.
When the "Windshield Only symbol" is selected. The air conditioning automatically turns on (However the indicator light will not illuminate) if the outside temperature is more than 36 degrees. The air conditioning system will continue to operate until the vehicle is restarted, even if the the air flow control dial is turned to a position other than the "Windshield" position.
Heating and defogging.
When the "Windshield and Floor symbol" is selected. The air conditioning automatically turns on (However the indicator light will not illuminate) if the outside temperature is more than 36 degrees. The air conditioning system will continue to operate until the vehicle is restarted, even if the the air flow control dial is turned to a position other than the "Windshield and Floor" position.
Dehumidified defogging.
When the "Windshield Only symbol or the Windshield and Floor symbol", or positions in between are selected, the air conditioning automatically turns on (However the indicator light will not illuminate) if the outside temperature is more than 36 degrees. The air conditioning system will continue to operate until the vehicle is restarted, even if the the air flow control dial is turned to a position other than the "Windshield" position.
I think it's very odd that they would make a car that in order to deactivate the A/C. You would have to restart your car. For reference refer to pages 4-12 thru 4-21.
If anyone knows of a fix for this I would greatly appreciate the info as I find this both gasoline and power robbing in the performance of my Altima.
Thanks
D
Can someone please help diagnose this problem? It is not something we can't live with but it is a shame to have this annoying rattle on such an otherwise delightful car.