Nissan Pathfinder
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Nissan Pathfinder Main Comment Area - VIII.
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So why to do this? Save some big money! The exchange rate just keeps getting better for the US. Here's some rough numbers for prices in Canada (converted to US dollars, and including duty):
- SE 4x4, 5spd, LSD, sunroof. $24,100. (US dealer invoice is $28,214)
- SE AWD auto, LSD, sunroof. $25,400. (US dealer invoice is $29,339)
- LE AWD, LSD, leather. $27,900. (US dealer invoice is $31,433)
Here's the answers to the most asked questions:
- Yes, it's perfectly legal as a US resident to buy a new car in Canada.
- Pathfinder meets all US safety and emissions requirements (California too).
- You will have to pay some Canadian sales taxes, but they send you a refund after you take the vehicle out of the country.
- The warranty is honored in the US.
- It's identical to the US Path, but in Canada they come better equipped with options.
- No two-wheel drive available in Canada.
- Speedo is in km and miles; odo is in km, but can be changed if you prefer.
- I have found some dealers willing to sell over the phone at close to invoice, far below list price.
- Get your financing at home first.
Quick summary of the process:
1. Call dealer and make a deal. Get VIN number.
2. Call Nissan and get US emissions and safety compliance letter (will fax if in a hurry).
3. Go to Canada, pay, drive away.
4. Stop at Canadian customs. Get form stamped.
5. Stop at US Customs. Show compliance letter. Pay 2.5% duty.
6. Register vehicle and pay your state's sales tax when home just like normal.
7. Get Canadian sales tax refund check in the mail.
I bought mine in Canada in September and I know of close to twenty more who have done it or are in the process. It's not difficult at all. Sure, there's a little paperwork to do. Many people are surprised how close to Canada they really are. Anyone from Chicago to D.C. is easily within a one days drive of Toronto. And much of the west coast is close to Vancouver.
There is a lot more info and success stories in the last forum. I'm glad to help anyone out with questions or good contacts. Just email me.
-Jon
jonlofquist@aol.com
Has anyone been able to locate the super bright headlights that come on some of the European model vehicles??? They really are an asset to night driving and they are not as disturbing to oncoming traffic. I have seen these light on such models as the Lincoln Mark series and the Audi series vehicles. I have also seen some of the imitations on American models too. The look almost blue.
I am hoping to obtain a pair of these for my 2001 PF. ============================================
On the windchill factor question. I am no expert but I believe the wind chill calculations are based on what the temperature feels to the human body based on the amount moisture that gets to the skin. The windchill factor applies only to humans and not machine parts or having an affect on machine parts.
thanks, I thought so too.
E-mail me jihca@ msn.com and I'll be gald to help;
Dan Lehrman, LCSW
(SocialWorker).
(We will arrange a conference call; that way, there will be no (oh, we don't do that anymore
type of conversations, etc.) dan
no (thank god ) problems thus far; my wife noticed
the littler "play" in the transmission lever. This was noted as "normal" in previous posts here, so that was good info to have.
I look forward to hearing more on the "lights" here; I remembered reading too, re: "airshocks"
in rear as a means to make the rear a tad more
"carlike" in ride, esp. for rear passengers; will explore this in future.
The prev message re comparing this vehicle to the
Jeep Grand Cherokee, is SO true. The PathFinder
wins, tires down. We have one, we know. Not to mention, the rather pathetic way we feel we have been treated by the factory when our engine mounts started going out every 24 to 30,ooo miles
(my problem, not theres).
The ONLY complaint so far would be the fit of the carpet in the drivers side floorboard. There is a left footrest in the carpet that does not seem to stay in place.
Also, is the LE supposed to have a power antenna?
All the pictures show it in the down position - yet mine is fixed. What is normal?
Happy in Atlanta!
MJOW
None of the 2001 US Pathfinders have a power antenna. Only if you buy in Canada do you get one.
-Jon
You mentioned Whistler in your post so I am assuming you are in Canada.
Contact your Nissan dealer. They should have be able to order a rack that will attach to your factory rack. Racks that are available are, Ski racks, Snow board racks, Sailboard/Kayak, Canoe, Sport box, Bicycle racks.
The rack attachments are made by a company in Canada. They will not sell to individuals, only the dealership.
They were very helpful in educating my local dealership in getting part numbers and also faxed two diagrams of some racks that I was looking at.
I have also bought a Cargo liner from my local dealership.
If you need any more info drop me a line.
Your LE must be a 2wd, right? Sound like a great deal.
I actually live near San Francisco, CA. I went up to Whistler as an add-on vacation to my trip to Canada to pick up my silver metallic 2001 Pathfinder LE. [You don't have to pick up the cars and come straight back, you know.
It looks like I'll be stopping there during the first week of January as they seem to have the best price on the 2001 LE Pathfinder I have been looking for.
Thanks for any info!
There are a variety of headlights available that give off a white or blue looking light. The brightest of which (and most expensive) are true HID lights. There are conversion kits available that will change stock halogen lights into true HID lights. The ones I have seen cost $1000 to $1200. I do not know if they fit the PF.
The next option is to replace the stock halogen bulbs. There are a variety of bulbs on the market that will produce the white/blue light you mention. At the top end appear to be PIAA and Solaris bulbs. The PIAA bulbs produce a color temp of about 3800k and cost $60 to $70 per pair. The Solaris bulbs produce about 4300k and cost $70 to $80. The next step down would be to go with the GE, Philips, or Sylvania bulbs. They produce a color temp of about 3500k and cost $20 to $30. For comparison, the stock halogen bulbs produce about 3200k.
I may have to go with a NAV. system on my PF now, which of course, would add the changer in the back rather than the 6 disc in-dash changer, since I burn alot of cd's at home.
Who knows, maybe they'll still jamm up with that changer also. Does anyone here have the NAV system? How do you like the changer in back, is it a BOSE changer? Any problems with CD-R's that you know of?
Again, thanks for the info.
Z
http://piaa.com
You can do a PIAA dealer search in your area at
http://piaa.idealerquik.com/custinfo.asp
A couple of places to buy PIAA on the web are:
http://www.autobulbdepot.com/
http://www.autosupermart.com/
I believe the PF uses H4 style bulbs in 55/60W. I would not "overwatt" on the vehicle. I would imagine the same thing would happen as if you put too big of a bulb in a lamp. The wiring and fixtures over heat and could fail or burn.
I wish all the Trib owners luck, but their problems make our "issues" pale in comparison. Cheers.
Z
I have used the cds from the burner at work (HP 9100 series) and from home (Sony). Occasionally one won't play and I just toss it. I think you just got a bad changer. Good luck with the new one.
Mark
I Picked up my SE4x4 auto last week and all I am getting his 15mpg and this is mostly all highway driving except when I get off the highway for 3 miles... I been doing 55-75 for an average..
I was getting more 17-18 with my 94 Pathy. driving the same route.. or is it just breaking in and will it get better...
Stats on Pathfinder
Cherry Red all options except leather including tow hitch..(No Nav or Entertainment) Leasing this baby for $329 with $2000 down. 3 year 45000 miles I think I got a good deal.. I have had it was a week..and it rides great..Whats the deal on a $30,000+ truck and no 10 cent cigarette lighter. sheesh..
No problems with the cd-changer either on my cdr's.. Temp monitor is seems accurate when the car is moving.. and No SHIMMY's..
Joe
1)What kind of inputs are on the monitor? I would like to add a portable DVD player of some type, instead of using the VCR that comes with it. Does anyone know if it has S-Video or RCA inputs that would allow this?
2) If I were to add a portable DVD player, would I get sound coming thru on the Bose speaker system like I would with using the existing VCR?
Thanks in advance!
Has anyone else noticed this gap and is there any way to fix it? Thanks in advance for any reply.
I have the PIAA super platinums (stock wattage) for my headlights and regular halogens for my fogs. I also noticed the difference (although it's not that bad). I decided to leave it alone for 2 reasons. 1. I rarely have both sets of lights on (I guess I'm one of those people that actually uses fog lights for fog):-) 2. Changing the fog lamp bulbs is a pain in the @&! from what I've heard from other posts (and seen in the manual) and I don't want to change them right now. I believe they're H3 bulbs which are available from PIAA, so you can change them if it's important to you.
I live in south NJ. Any suggestion regarding which dealer I should go first?
Tks in advance.
I mix and match brands as they go on sale. I do have to admit I'm anal when I'm burning.
I copy all the .aif files to a special partition, run Norton DD on it, and then Speed Disk (optimize/defragment) the partition and files for CD ROM mastering. I works great, even on my wife's VERY picky Kenwood player.
13,000+ plus miles
Ave 17.75 mpg w/5spd
lovin' every mile
Thanks for your help.
Need to repair the sunroof.