Engine 3.5 Liter Dohc V-6 W/ varible valve timing +
-silent timing chain
-electric throttle (no more TPS adjustments)
-cross flow coolent flow
-260hp
-246 lb. ft. TQ.
Transmission:
-4-speed Automatic On all models(except option on se)
-----Auto with shift gate(like on Acura TL-S)
-6-speed manual on SE ONLY (avalible in October,2001)
-Herlical(mechanical) Limited Slip differential(avalible in December,2001)(PS: this is the limited slip on Skylines)
Suspention/Brakes:
-rear sway bar
-new multi-link suspention(moved position of laterial link)
-larger link bushings
-Electronic brake distribution(adjusts front to back brake pressure)
-Brake assist(basically better power assist)
-Larger diameter front rotors(16 mm.)
Safty:
-ALR(auto locking retractors) on ALL seat-belts
Outside:
-NEW HID headlights with "citylights"
-Altezza look-a-like taillights
-Front grill and bumper with larger foglamps
-Larger Nissan badging
Inside:
-SPORT seats(se only) (Nissan its about time)
-new style seats for all nissan(gxe/gle)
-New gauges with chrome ring surround
-trip computer (average speed and MPG and distance to empty and total time driving,andoutside temp display)
-Air filtration (std. on all models)
-Comfort and Conv. PKG standard (except sunroof)
-new sunroof switch
-sport pedals(SE with LMT. slip only)
-In-dash 6-disk cd-changer (with Navi is in the trunk)
-RDS (radio data system)
-speed sensitive volume controll
Options:
MERIDIAN EDITION:
-heated front seats
-Heated steering wheel
-heated mirrors
LEATHER PACKAGE:
-Leather seats
-4-way power seats
-memory seats (driver)
-auto exit driver seat(auto only)
-auto temp controll
MISC Options:
-Sunroof
-Side Airbags(front)
-traction controll
-Limited slip Differential
-bose stereo
-Navigation System (6-disk changer in trunk instead of dash)
FORGOT ABOUT:
-UV heat rejecting glass (like on Mercedes Benz S-Class')
-3246#'s(manual) 3279#'s(auto) Curb Weights( Isnt that lighter then our maximas?
-Side skurts on SE maxima's
-some funky new 3rd brake light(didnt understand what they said)
-Prices and car will be out in 8/2001 as a 2002 model
-AND last but not least dont ex-spect any Major redesigns untill 2005
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That's about 215 whp (assuming it's a manual)... add another 20 whp (overestimating) with simple bolt-ons gives 235 whp.

Let me use my car in this example. 180 whp with bolt-ons and stuff. Drop a SC and I get about 70 whp so a total of 250 whp. If I get itchy, I'll get a 3.33 pulley which gives about 20 whp. 270 whp total

So, my $4000 "investment" on my "automagic" will still outperform the 2002. How much are you guys going to loose just to trade up? Can you say bling bling bling bling bling bling.....???

Yes, reliability is an issue with the SC, but what about the new Max? First year bugs with that new engine, ECU, TCM, etc.

Makes you think twice now, huh?


BTW, how much does the 2002 weigh? I have no clue. <~~~ Never mind... just noticed. The 2k autos weigh about 3245.

 

Y2KevSE, that is all fine and dandy. But you will still have a 1-2 year old car with mods that will not hold thier value.

I think I may be lining up for the post october run, maybe spring 2003.

Though, like I said in the general forum, I will want to keep my rear black lights and my OEM 17's.

Any idea on what the gear ratios will be? Are we finally going to get a longer 6th?

 

Nissan Maxima's don't hold their values anyway. I'm talking to performance oriented members in this situation. If they want the car just to have more power (w/current Max trade in), it's not going to be a wise purchase (financially).

 

I might take the jump to get the car I should've gotten in the first place.

Leather
Sunroof
6 SPD
BOSE
17"

Nav & HIDs are an added bonus for getting financially reamed.

 

I purchased my car 'cuz I don't believe in leasing, so I'm staying with my SE. I love the specs on the 2002, but with some of the exterior and interior styling changes, I think the 2000 and 2001 models actually look better (with the exception of the GXE and GLE tail-lights).

I agree with Kev in that it doesn't make much financially sense to get the 2002 if you have one of the existing 5th generation Maximas. But if you have money to burn, then, hey, go throw your local Nissan dealership some cash.

 

when you say bugs in 1st year, isnt this motor very similar to the 3.5 in the pathfinder? I dunno im just guessing. And do the 2k and 2k1 have this ctvc valve timing? And no I aint thinking twice Ill be putting in the order in nov or dec to get the full load se with the helical lsd.

 

i plan on upgrading the headlights and tail lights, and any other small stuff that swappable.

im not too interested in speed/racing, so the engine is concern to me.

the 2002 looks exactly like the 2001, blah!

 

I come up with 221 HP to the wheels. That's with a conservative 15% loss for a manual. Mike Sprung got 201 HP out of his 2000 Cali Spec SE with only a Stillen intake. Add 20 to that and ya git 241. Sure beats the 165 that I have right now. If I get it, I won't be one of those obnoxious manual shift biggots, always announcing my superiority. It will cost me more than a supercharger, yes, no doubt about it. I will have a warranty however.
Actually, if my wife trades up to my 2000 GXE, it help us both out.
The 2002 Maxima 6 speed is a shade over 3200 lbs. I think it would take a SC Maxima. We'll have to wait a few months to find out.

 

Hehehe I've given up on the Nissan warranty. Why add more stress than necessary?

 

I've had good luck, but my mods are mostly cosmetic.

Kev, where are you going to get a supercharger for an auto Max? used or are you a "manual" Maxima.

 

Getting the SC to fit on the auto is not a problem, it's getting the kit that's giving me problems.

 

Can you go direct to Vortec and get someone to manufacture the hoses, braces, etc?

Or Plan B... get someone with a manual Maxima to order it for you.

 

I doubt they have the mounting brackets and piping for the SC. Go with Plan C and tell Stillen you have a 5 spd.

 

A little thought over the resale value of the Maxima.

With the new 2k2 Max coming out, won't the resale value of the Maxima increase? It was low before because it wasn't that popular, however now it is gaining popularity VERY quickly, this forum is a testament to that, so wouldn't the resale value also reflect that change by increasing?

I have a feeling that used Maximas are going to be worth more now.

 

I was thinking along similar lines. If they discontinued the Maxima or made it into something less, that would drop our values even lower.