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W/ 265 lbs torque, 240 hp, 4 wd lo and plenty
of clearance, it appears the Pathfinder could handle a small snow plow. You can't put one on until after the powertrain warranty expires, but after that, it would appear OK.
Does anyone have any experience or input on this
topic??
Thanks
- Pathfinder SE auto, AWD (yes the All-Mode AWD), sunroof pkg, limited slip, mats. $25,400. (US dealer invoice is $29,359)
- Pathfinder LE AWD, leather, limited slip, mats. $27,800. (US dealer invoice is $31,453)
- Infiniti QX4, AWD, premium and sport packages, sunroof. $30,800. (US dealer invoice is $34,919)
So shop this weekend, send me an email for my "info" sheet and contacts, and call Canada on Monday. It can be big savings for a short trip to Toronto or Vancouver (or others). I had put some of the basic info at post #2 above. Happy buying everyone.
-Jon
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Parman - I wouldn't attach the plow to your PF. I have several friends that have heavy duty Ford 250s/350s and Dodge Rams and won't plow with them because of how taxing it is to their vehicles. Also to boot the PF's front bumper doesn't appear to be able to attach one to the front. I did see this article in a '98 article of consumer reports....
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PRODUCT TEST (from Consumer Reports 11/98)
Don't ditch the snow thrower
It snowed last night, and now you need to get to work. Should you use: A) a shovel; a snow thrower; or C) the Driv'nPlow, a $300 plastic snow plow that attaches to your car?
Answer: Think twice about C, our tests show. Under specific conditions--a light dry snow on a straight, flat driveway--the Driv'nPlow would work well. It also fits all kinds of cars, although an adapter for vehicles with high bumpers, such as sport-utility vehicles, costs $150 extra. But overall, we can't recommend it.
The Driv'nPlow can't handle a lot of snow, and it shouldn't be used on steep driveways, warns manufacturer Solotec Inc. Because we tested it in late summer, we used dry and wet sawdust. This is an easier challenge than real snow. But when we attached the Driv'nPlow to a car, we couldn't back up, move a pile to one side of the driveway, or turn corners very well. (That's partly because the Driv'nPlow is designed to be pushed, not carried, by your bumper.) In each case, the rubber rings that attach the plow to the car popped free, and off came the plow. When one end of the plow comes loose, the other end may damage the bumper--and depending on the vehicle, you may not be able to see the plow well enough to know it.
Our advice: If the job is too big for a shovel, consider a snow thrower. These are often more expensive than the Driv'nPlow, but they can handle all kinds of snow and can clear walkways, to boot.
Dealer listed it at 34.5k, I figured invoice to be 32,061 and then took 3% off that because the dealer gets that as a holdback. Great ride, though I am wondering if the mpg will improve once I get well past the few hundred miles I already have on it.
Are they really selling for invoice right now...I'm in the Bay Area. Does the 3.9% last until the end of March??
TIA
"California law does not provide for a 'cooling-off' or other cancellation period for vehicle lease or purchase contracts."
"Therefore, you cannot later cancel such a contract simply because you change your mind, decide the vehicle costs too much or wish you had acquired a different vehicle. After you sign a motor vehicle purchase or lease contract, it may only be canceled with the agreement of the seller or lessor or for legal cause, such as fraud."
"What this is saying is that once you sign you cannot change your mind. You can't later decide you wish you had bought another color, a four door instead of a two door, or that you paid more than a friend who now has a vehicle like yours."
I do think the sharing of pricing here is helpful to those about to make a purchase. It was some of those postings that helped me do battle with evil (some shady dealers...what?). For that, I thank all that chimed in with "I got mine for..."
You got a great vehicle...no one here would disagree with that...A lot of the dealers I worked "with" would tell me I was nuts asking for an invoice deal. They would try to bolster their case with stacks of contracts showing customers who paid MSRP for the same vehicle. I was amazed that people paid MSRP. You got a much better deal than they did! Now it's simply time to sit back, relax and Enjoy the Ride!
This forum is one of the best! I've been on many lists including sailing, manufacturer products, sports cars and motorcycles. I've never seen this quality or decorum elsewhere! Keep up the great postings!
Captain Ron. . .
good luck go to carsdirect.com and see their price I used that as a wedge. they are reputable per my bank rep.
I left my SunRoof/Moonroof open after coming home form a quick grocery store run for some steaks.
I'm off work today, and so this morning when I went out to my PF to run some errands I noticed my mistake.
I should mention that here in Biloxi, MS last night, we got rained on pretty good. Probably around an inch or so I'd say.
I had some water standing on my middle console and inside my leather console storage area (armrest). The 2 back flormats were both soaked pretty good as well, and the carpet underneath the mats were a little damp also.
My leather seats looked okay, only a few water spots on them really. But just to be on the safe side....I ran to my local Wal Mart and picked up some leather cleaner and conditioning lotion to hopefully prevent any damage form showing up later. I had planned on conditioning the seats sometime this month anyway, with some leather conditioner from Zaino, which I have been meaning to order.
After I was done cleaning up my PF, it looked fine...no noticeable damage of any kind whatsoever.
Do I have anything to worry about now? Water was probably on the leather for approximately 4-6 hours (just a guess though).
I still can't believe I left it open...this is my first sunroof in any car I have owned...so it has been pretty hard for me to remember to close it each time I'm in for the day/night.
I don't think I'll forget to close it anymore though.....not after this!
Do I tell my wife I did this? She may take the truck away from me!
Remember to close the sunroof.....remember to close the sunroof.....remember to close the sunroof.......
Thanks!
X2
Enjoy the weekend!
I had a '87 NIssan Pulsar and the t-tops had started to leak, moisture was collecting in the car. Used this stuff to help control it.
mbunting's post reminded me of the last new car I bought...a 1986 Suzuki Samurai (and I'm comfortable enough in my own sexuality to admit that). I left the top off one night when I was in college...at about 5am, my roommate was banging on my door saying, "Ron! It's pouring out and your top is off your Suzuki!!!" I half-sleepily asked how long it had been raining. He said that it had been pouring all night! I just said, "It's not going to get any wetter." and went back to sleep. When I woke up and dealt with it, the floor pan was filled to the door sills in water. I rummaged around the floor and found a drain-plug in the middle of each of the foot-wells. I pulled the plugs and the thing drained just like a bathtub. A little towling off and I was back in business!
For what it's worth: That Samurai would out 4-wheel about anything out there. The full-sized GMC K-series would best me on traction up hills, but I'd loose them on approach and descent angles. I also towed a 3000 lb u-haul trailer behind it from New York to California in 1988. Whodathunk?
Does anyone do any 4-wheeling with their new Pathfinders?
Captain Ron. . .
3.9% financing to qualified buyers and $5,000 off MSRP on any Pathfinder that has an MSRP of $36,000 or more.
They have the following in stock (from their web-site):
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $37,261 Blue
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $37,261 Red
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $37,241 Bayshore Blue
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $36,872 Black
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $36,872 Gray
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $36,872 White
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $36,852 Black
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $36,852 Black
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $35,262 Black
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $34,873 Gray
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $34,873 Beige
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $32,625 Green
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $32,354 Super Black
2001 Nissan Pathfinder $30,096 Sahara Beige
You can kinda figure out how they're equipped by working the MSRP numbers at carsdirect.com. The 3 on the top for example are everything but the entertainment system on a 4X4 LE. 8 of these qualify for the $5,000 off.
I bought mine from 3,000 miles away over the phone, fax and FedEx and pick it up in 8 days!!! (yeeha!) Talk to Chris Nash in sales ((603) 431-6500) and tell him you want the 5-thousand off deal and he'll just say, "Okay!" No haggling, no working you on extra fees (there's only the $195 doc fee) and he'll make it easy for you. He also told me that he had a guy from Florida buy one and they were shipping it to him...and it was still less that he found it for locally.
I have no affiliation with Port City other than being extreemly happy with the way I was treated.
If you have any questions, feel free to e-mail me at: ron.chase@internetmachines.com
Captain Ron. . .
I think I'd probably be okay without it, but I don't want to run the risk of stinking up my baby later on down the road!
Thanks again for the suggestion to purchase this product!
BTW fellas, my new CD changer is still on backorder from Nissan, it's been a little over a month now also. I'm starting to wonder if I'll ever see it!
hahaha..just found this:
www.damprid.com
Thanks...off to HD or Lowes! I still feel like an idiot......
Steve
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Woody
going to alittle larger. It didn't say how much ar how drastic the changes will be.
Steve
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go to model matrix
financing because I have no debt (;-[
Work was shut down because of the quake, so I decided to go shopping in Van. Got a good price ($42,000 CDN or $27,000 USD). The dealer (Nissan/Infiniti Richmond) had a tricked out QX4 on the floor so while he was dealing with details and some phone calls, I took some deciding-do-i-really-want-to-do-this time and checked it out. Went back, settled the price for the LE, said 'Now sell me a QX4'. Really, people, I was putty in his hands. For $46,800 CDN ($30,275 USD) (thats right folks, LESS than the LE in the States). Titanium with bug, sunroof, and rear deflectors. Nothing else was optional. Plus lifetime oilchange with loaner. Now, every three months when I go to Vancouver, I can be driving a Q45 :-). Theres a brokerage service provided 3rd party that will walk it across customs and deliver it to my door in Seattle(The BCM Auto Group 604-525-1744. Tell 'em Joe sent ya). Cost of the service is $280 USD. No GST (like a VAT. Its a national sales tax) or PST (Provincial Sales Tax). Customs will cost $842 USD. Registration and sales tax in Washington will be about $3,000 USD. Grand total (30,275 + 280 + 842 + 3000) = $34,997 USD. In comparison the LE in the States would have totaled about the same. I'll buy a certified check in Canadian funds at my bank and will courier it up to the dealer. Altho I might go up myself. Next week I'm drivin' in style.
Finally, the Canadian cars have more standard whatsies and fewer options. Power antenna and block heater are standard for example.
It's been pouring here for the last day or so....but no worries now, my sunroof is CLOSED!!!!!
Sorry to be off-topic!
Weather has finally started to clear out a bit down here in Mississippi....so I think I need to go fo a nice Sunday afternoon drive with the wife.
Enjoy your weekend (what's left of it anyway!)!
Waiting for the snow!
Thanks. Michael
I live in your area and am thinking of going to Canada to buy the LE. Let me know what you decide about sale/trade. I may be interested. I wont be ready for another month or two though.
fossfate@yahoo.com
Thanks
moonroof, running boards, tape/cd.
This pathfinder is in very good condition (at least I think so) and has a clean title. How do you guys think of this deal?
Thanks, Don.
4*4? mileage? I think have Nissan do their 27 point safety inspection (only $30; be sure to ask them to check the manifold as well).
This is what I bought last week: 1996 Pathfinder XE, 4x4, auto, AC, CD, CC, tilt wheel, power locks, power windows, alloys, power mirrors, sunscreen glass, roof rack, 54000, $13495
I took it to Nissan for the 27 point inspection prior to purchase and they told me that the rotors needed turning, front struts and stabilized links needed replacing, and right side exhaust manifold was cracked.
The place I bought it from turned the rotors for me, Nissan covered the manifold under their warranty, and I paid for the rest (total bill of $1100 from Nissan which included a 60,000 mile service which I wanted done).
Therefore, my total price after repairs and not including the 60,000 mile service was $14,100 so your price seems good for a 97.
Enjoy your truck. Peter
Another concern is the acceleration is not as good as sedans. I can feel little delay while accelerating. I am new to the SUV marcket, so I don't know if it is just this truck or all SUVs.
Thanks. Don.
All people beware, not everyone cares as much about your vehicle as you! If you want to protect it make sure your can trust anyone you have work on it!
Thanks for reading.
Dano
This would not concern me as long as there is no structural damage (including airbags). You could take it to a bodyshop for an inspection as well (my brother-in-law did this once and the shop did not even charge him anything).
>Another concern is the acceleration is not as >good as sedans. I can feel little delay while
Well it is a 4000 pound truck with only 168hp (I think) so you are not buying a performance vehicle.
Thanks. Don.
Good luck and make sure you get it inspected before commiting.
The Limited Slip Differential will more likely provide power to both rear wheels when there is slipping. If you've ever just floored an old Chevy and one rear wheel would spin (the one with the least traction), you quickly realize the need for a limited slip diff. In this case, it depends on which SIDE of the vehicle is slipping. I swear by them off-road.
I hope this helps!
Captain Ron. . .
I'm in the process of negotiating a lease on a 4x4 SE automatic with moonroof. I have a couple of questions and would love some input. Being a first time SUV buyer and first time 4x4 driver, how important is Limited Slip Differential? I live in Maine and most of my driving is on the highway and around town. Occassionly I might venture out on camp roads but that's about it for "off-road". I'm finding that most of the Pathfinders on the lot do not have LSD as an option. What are your thoughts?
Also, I have a brother who swears by the Jeep Grand Cherokee and says that I must look at one before I commit to the Pathfinder. He is concerned that the spare tire being underneath the truck will be a problem because of snow, ice, salt, etc. Any problems there?
Finally, the best deal I have found so far on the lease is a 3 year, 36,000 mile lease for $386/month. No money down, just first payment and $400 security deposit. How does that sound?
Thanks for any info. I love this site!