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Old 06-17-2005, 01:54 AM
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heh, the funny thing is...the reserve price wasn't met so nobody won it guys. i think it's absurd that they don't think $8,200 is enough for the car. classic stealership tactics and mentality. no sale is a sale unless they're screwing the buyer over.
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They will have to repost it with a lower reserve or offer it to the highest bidder.
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They will have to repost it with a lower reserve or offer it to the highest bidder.
thank you captain obvious
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they don't have to do anything, they can keep trying to sell it for too much
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Old 06-19-2005, 07:26 AM
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They won't have to repost it! I just bought it!

Flew to Minneapolis Friday, Bob at Lupient Infiniti picked me up at the airport.

I spent all of 30 seconds looking at the car and I knew it was as if I was back in 92 looking at a brand new Max. No leaks, no dings, no scratches, rattles, clatter...

Its a brand new 92 Maxima! And the really crazy part is I got in and drove it home to Central Texas! 300 miles on Friday, The rest on Saturday.

I took it very easy the first day, feeling out the car, looking for every little problem. Guess what? Its a brand new 92 Maxima! We had some fun on Saturday, ran 875 miles in 12 hours.

My wife loves her white 92 (which is going to my daughter), and now she has a beautiful, brand new 92 Max.

For all the doubters/haters too bad for you! She's ours now and will be a much loved memberof the family for years to come!

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i want to see pictures of it.
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Old 06-19-2005, 09:20 AM
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They won't have to repost it! I just bought it!

Flew to Minneapolis Friday, Bob at Lupient Infiniti picked me up at the airport.

I spent all of 30 seconds looking at the car and I knew it was as if I was back in 92 looking at a brand new Max. No leaks, no dings, no scratches, rattles, clatter...

Its a brand new 92 Maxima! And the really crazy part is I got in and drove it home to Central Texas! 300 miles on Friday, The rest on Saturday.

I took it very easy the first day, feeling out the car, looking for every little problem. Guess what? Its a brand new 92 Maxima! We had some fun on Saturday, ran 875 miles in 12 hours.

My wife loves her white 92 (which is going to my daughter), and now she has a beautiful, brand new 92 Max.

For all the doubters/haters too bad for you! She's ours now and will be a much loved memberof the family for years to come!

Fred
how much??
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Old 06-19-2005, 03:56 PM
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$9500. And worth every penny. I guess I could have bought a new Kia for that but it wouldn't be anywhere near as much fun!



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Old 06-19-2005, 05:42 PM
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more than I'd pay, but then again I'm a cheap *****.
I only paid $200 for mine about 2 years ago now
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is a very nice looking car, but $9,500 seems a bit steep, but hey if oyu like it, then ok. what are you gonna do to her???
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Dancing in circles*
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'I know a sucker and his Name is Fred.'

BTW, Type FRED severel times in a row without spacing, it's fun.
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No leather no care!
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Old 06-19-2005, 10:05 PM
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Sheeeiiit...Fred, I am sorry, but you been had.

I would have sold you mine for 1/2 that and you would have been much happier. Mine has leather and a moonroof, too. I would have even left in the stereo and the rims.

I guess that's a little harsh. Welcome to the board and I hope you enjoy your car. My first Maxima was trouble free to 160k because I babied it in every way except behind the wheel. If you keep up with the maintenance and take care of it, I am sure it will still seem like a new car many years down the road.
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well fredster, since you bought this thing, what is the history behind it? did it sit for a reason? and who owned it? you know all the good stuff.
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definately, it may have been a 100+ year old woman that never changed oil or ANYTHING! just food for thought.
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Old 06-20-2005, 04:07 PM
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The original owner traded it in on a new G35 coupe. The car had no marks on it anywhere! The sales guy said he thought the car was garaged and had a car cover on it! Everything on and in it looks and feels new.

I opened the air box to put a K&N filter in and pulled out a very fresh OEM Nissan filter.

The car had a high end Alpine system installed about two months after the original owner bought it. He included the complete Bose system, head unit, speakers, all Alpine manuals and invoices, nicely wrapped in a box in the trunk along with a new OEM Nissan oil filter. He added a very nice Alpine sub and an Optima Red Top battery last year.

I am really happy with the car and as I mentioned in my first post this replaces the wife's 92 SE (177k miles!) which my daughter gets as her first car.

In my opinion I got much more than I paid for! If this one runs like our first one (still strong, just needs a tranny rebuild and a front wheel bearing) I am well ahead of buying any new car.

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I think it's great you bought it.

Dont worry about some of these twatwaffles remarks. If it had factory leather it probably would have started to shrink, heck I haven't even put my dealer leather back in the car for who knows how long now lol.

You know the entire history of the car and know it will be good for many years to come. Not to mention your wife will be/is extremely happy with the car and that's all that really matters. I think you got your monies worth


I think instead of saying he was had or whatever you want to say you guys should realize that he probably could have bought a brand new maxima, yet he bought this car... that's really telling you something. Heck my Dad sold his 2000 SE 5spd for $10,500 about 6 months ago and it had less than 100k on it so it's not like he couldn't have bought a newer maxima.
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Old 06-20-2005, 04:27 PM
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Originally Posted by internetautomar
old gas = it'll gum up the carb.
and short trips don't allow the engine and exhaust to burn off the condensation that builds up and causes the parts to rust.
I mean't my Dad just puts gas in it. I let him drive it, he fills her up
I am well aware of this, but I just went through the engine 2 years ago and she was in great shape. No build up at all (I even took apart and flushed all the lifters). I'll be replacing the exhaust anyway. Maybe I'll venture onto the highway with new tires and steering, until then just around town is plenty for me
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Old 06-20-2005, 04:28 PM
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Originally Posted by MrGone
I think instead of saying he was had or whatever you want to say you guys should realize that he probably could have bought a brand new maxima, yet he bought this car... that's really telling you something.
The guy appears to really love these cars. I can totally understand that. I say congrats as well.
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Old 06-20-2005, 04:44 PM
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I'm with Shawn on this one
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Old 06-20-2005, 07:18 PM
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Originally Posted by James92SE
I'm with Shawn on this one
Shawn = ?

(Mr. Gone?)
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Old 06-20-2005, 08:35 PM
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Congrats Fred, you picked up a very nice, solid car. Quite possibly the lowest mileage 3rd gen around! Make sure you break it in properly

By the way, for the next couple weeks, keep checking for leaks. If the car sat for a good amount of time, chances are they have deteriorated (esp. main crank seals) and will start to leak.
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Old 06-20-2005, 09:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Mike92GXE
Shawn = ?

(Mr. Gone?)

Originally Posted by Brad92SE
By the way, for the next couple weeks, keep checking for leaks. If the car sat for a good amount of time, chances are they have deteriorated (esp. main crank seals) and will start to leak.
That was alot more common with old rope gaskets, I really dont think he's going to have any real problems with this car. Still good advice though
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Old 06-20-2005, 10:03 PM
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wow

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That was alot more common with old rope gaskets, I really dont think he's going to have any real problems with this car. Still good advice though

thought the same thing with my 91 toy 4x4 v-6. ck again. i would run a lk down compression ck on it the same.... but thats me. glad to hear it got bought and to a good owner as well.
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Old 06-21-2005, 12:07 PM
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I wonder if the powertrain warranty is still good? New VTCS!
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...and i thought I had the lowest mileage VE
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Old 06-21-2005, 05:57 PM
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There is only one problem I coudl see with owning a car that clean... where to park in the parking lots so it doesn't get marked up .. just remeber i guess,the first scratch is the worst one.
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Originally Posted by MrSector9
There is only one problem I coudl see with owning a car that clean... where to park in the parking lots so it doesn't get marked up .. just remeber i guess,the first scratch is the worst one.

That is easy. Park in BFE. Everytime, all the time. Park next to curbs, parallel park...
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Old 06-21-2005, 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Pervis Anathema
That is easy. Park in BFE. Everytime, all the time. Park next to curbs, parallel park...
Yeah, but what about the bumpers?
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Old 06-21-2005, 06:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Pervis Anathema
That is easy. Park in BFE. Everytime, all the time. Park next to curbs, parallel park...
BFE?


I always park away from other people and next to curbs. Even in our 91 Jimmy where the paint is in horrible shape. Half of it is to protect the car, the other half is it's just easier lol.
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Old 06-21-2005, 06:57 PM
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Originally Posted by MrGone
BFE?


I always park away from other people and next to curbs. Even in our 91 Jimmy where the paint is in horrible shape. Half of it is to protect the car, the other half is it's just easier lol.
Bum Fuck Egypt.
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Originally Posted by Joe Fontinyatz
Yeah, but what about the bumpers?
What about them?
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Old 06-21-2005, 07:26 PM
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Originally Posted by bobbydigital450
...and i thought I had the lowest mileage VE
You didn't earlier either! I think its James92SE who has 30xxx on his. Can't quite remember the login.

So
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Old 06-21-2005, 11:40 PM
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Originally Posted by dadster
$9500. And worth every penny. I guess I could have bought a new Kia for that but it wouldn't be anywhere near as much fun!
It's amazing how seeing a 3rd gen in that beautiful of a stock condition can make me fall in love with my car all over again. Damn, every one keeps asking why I keep putting up with my 92. Reply? "You just have to own one to know why."

Lest everyone forget, KBB/NADA factor in wear and tear over a period (including paint scuffs, dry rot, the whole bit) - degrading its value. Also, the value books will only give a small bit for mileage after a certain point. Figure this, calculate what a brand new 92 Maxima SE went for in the day - compare it with the quality/complement of cars available today.

And, the most important factor - could Dadster have really bought another comparable car to the Maxima for $9500 that had only 15K on it?

Dadster - your car is gorgeous. You're one dedicated son-of-a-gun for FLYING somewhere to pick up a car.
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Originally Posted by bmw88rider
That airbag setup is not original I don't think. Aren't the cruise control buttons in the wrong place?
That's because this car does not have an air bag. The steering wheel is the same as my 92 GXE with the exception of a leather wrapped wheel part. The center section is simply the rubber cover.

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Sure spent a lot of money on the stereo for a car with only 15K miles.
The guy also bought an Infiniti - it doesn't sound like money is an issue here.
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darn rich folks, and they own a car older than 5 years old??? i thought 5+ year old cars were for us poor folks and kids.
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Originally Posted by usmanasif
You didn't earlier either! I think its James92SE who has 30xxx on his. Can't quite remember the login.

So

pffffffff.......... I'm so pissed..... yeah...and mine was...emphasis on was.... an automatic.
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This toke me forever to find. You think you have a low mileage car check this story out. For some reason this thread reminded me of this yea it's not a max but hey it's kinda cool. I just wish I was able to find pics of this as well.

Winnipeg, Canada (Canada Press):

Winnipeg police were thrilled to find - in nearly mint
condition - a silver Corvette stolen 18 years ago.

But not nearly as thrilled as the two charities which
will reap the reward when the pristine vehicle is
raffled off next month.

"We don't see a lot of these," purred Sgt. Randy Harris
as he looked over the sleek 1981 car, which has only 56
kilometres on the odometer. "It's brand new."

Back in 1981, the car was stolen from the lot of a Chev
Olds dealership which has since gone out of business.

The dealership collected on its insurance policy and
everyone forgot about the stolen car.

But in the summer of 1999, Const. Rich Lowen received a
tip and found the car inside a north-end garage.

Lowen said the thief was too afraid to drive the
vehicle but wouldn't give it up, either.

The man was convicted of possession of stolen property
but served no jail time.

Lowen said since the claim had been paid out on the car
so long ago, the insurance company told the Winnipeg
police they could keep the car.

Officers immediately decided to raffle it off in the
hopes of raising $100,000. Half the money will go to
the Children's Wish Foundation, which grants wishes to
children suffering from a life-threatening illness, and
the other half to the Michael Mutcheson Memorial Fund,
which provides educational scholarships to needy
Manitoba children.

Mutcheson was an insurance claims adjuster who was
killed in a motor vehicle accident.
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Old 06-22-2005, 12:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Pervis Anathema
What about them?
The bumpers get messed up when you parallel park.

edit: Where I live anyway.
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