Maxi97gxe

I currently drive a 4th gen and im looking to buy a 5th gen. Most of the Maximas that i have found are 2000- 2001. I have found a 2001 SE that i really like with 145,000mi on it. Is there anything i need to know about this year maxima or any 5th gen in general before i buy?

AJCannon

About a year ago I bought a 2000 SE with 200,000 miles on it. I have been extremely happy with it and it has given me no issues at all. I'd say just do a general look over to make sure it looks like its in good condition and that will probably be enough.

These engines last forever with regular maintenance. The transmissions (auto) are a little more prone to go out, but still, this is my second max with over 200,000 on the original transmission. Do a general check around the car, especially the wheel wells and radiator supports, for rust. Rust does seem to like these cars. But that is also very dependent upon where your car has lived as mine (southern car) doesn't have a single spot of rust on it.

Since I've had the car I've replaced the spark plugs, air filter, oil changes, and changed the ball joints and bought new tires and that's it. You can find some really great deals out there on an early 5th gen Max that will last a long time.

My personal preference is the 2000-2001 models as they come with the tried and true 3.0 VQ engine as opposed to the sometimes oil burning 3.5 VQ that comes in the 2002-2003 models. Less horsepower in the earlier models but still a great car.

Go for it and you won't regret it.

Maxi97gxe

Is $5775 too much for a 01 SE with 145k?

Amerikaner83

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YES, at least 2000 too much for in my area.

I paid 2700 for my 99SE with 141K

nelledge

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Ah, you know better. You can't compare the price of a 4th gen and a 5th gen no matter how similar the mileage. I do agree it's too high, but not by $2000. And definitely not by two grand because of a comparison with an older model. You're thinking like a Maxima enthusiast which are few and far between in the real world.

It's relative. I hate when this is stated, but it truly is. It depends what your market looks like. What may sell for 2000 grand in Boston may go for 4000 grand in San Antonio. Do a quick local search online and you can judge your market for this vehicle. Keep in mind that transmission, options, records, and condition play a huge role in the automotive market. Personally, I wouldn't pay more than $5 grand for a well taken 5th gen with 140k on it and that's if it had a manual tranny. Closer to $4k with an auto in good condition.

Amerikaner83

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...and 4k is about 2 grand less...

nelledge

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About. True. However, you said at least 2 grand too much.

So, the difference is at least $225(if we make the assumption that it is auto). That is the minimum difference you stated. However, if you feel that amount is negligible, we'll exchange paypal info and you can send me $2000, and I'll send you $1775.

Amerikaner83

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Touche

nelledge

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Fixed. BTW, you're dating yourself.

Amerikaner83

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Thanks...I don't know how to do the little line on the e.

And I'm not, really...since I just did a google search under the word touche and found what popped up

ffcbairn

I have enjoyed my 2000 5spd. I managed to find it with 93K. I had two 4th gens beforeit. Just be aware of the common points of failure that seem to strike every 5th gen. The power steering hose and the crank pulley are the two I have dealt with so far.

Rcrootbeer

I live in dallas and bought my 2000 Maxima with 88000 on the dash for 4500. Perfect condition. There is a good comparison for you.

vq30Maximus

id say its to much cuz I got my 01 5th gen 5speed with 104,000 miles for $4k


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BigLou55

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I say 5775 is too much because you can find a nice 5.5 gen with that kind of money. I agree with the 4K or less depending on its condition. I paid 2K for my 2K SE with 180k and it had about every option except woodgrain trim...well it has that now too hehehe

TunerMaxima3000

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This

jspagna

Just my 2 cents, I would really try to find a 2002-03 Maxima. Car was so much better than the 200-01. The bugs were worked out of it by then and the HP is such a plus in those cars.

Amerikaner83

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The oil burning on the 3.5? STARTED here. This was the first VQ35 year, 2002. There were many bugs to deal with during the years of the 5.5, specifically with the oil burning in some models...as well as the bad pre-cats, i believe that was a 5.5 problem as well

jspagna

Ya really. Bought my 03 new and still own it and now my daughter has driven it for the last 3 years. Does not burn ANY oil and no bad pre-cats. Things I've had done in the last 9 years. Had the cam sensors done and the rear brake callipers replaced. New muffler and alternator. That's it so far.

MintVQ35

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Regardless of the potential for oil burning or "bad pre-cats" (a result of oil burning) I'd still select an 02-03 over an 00-01 every single time. Not to say the 00-01's aren't great cars because they are, but the 3.5 makes the car vastly different compared to the 3.0.