thinking of buying 2001 maxima, 180,000 miles, any opinons,$3000

 

Opinions are like a-holes, everyone's got one....That price could be high and it might be right. What kind of condition? What model, GXE, SE, GLE, or 20th Ann? Any records on the car? Auto or manual? Any wrecks? In my opinion, you need to give everyone more information before anyone can voice an opinion...

 

sorry, new to this stuff, model gle, no records, no wrecks, auto trans, appears in very good condition

 

So a loaded up GLE with 180K and no records. I would offer less than that AFTER driving the thing straight to a shop you trust and having it checked out, especially the transmission. The engine can handle 300+K miles, but the transmission won't if it wasn't maintained properly. What state are you in? If you're anywhere that uses salt or chemicals on the road, check for extensive rust. From what I hear, lower radiator supports, core supports, etc... will rust completely out in high-salt/coast states...

 

in missouri, thanks

 

Good luck, man. Check out some of the Maximas here. There are some really sweet 6-speeds for sale that are very reasonable.

 

http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...info-here.html

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for tht price n mileage its reasonable .. ak if the timing chain has been changed .. thts an expensive fix .. average $600 at a shop .. recommend u change every 100,000 mileages.. they last lots longer tho .. my bros maxi is 205,000 rounded down n it just got changed .. mine got 89,000 rounded up and sounds like i need to change it .. i got my 2000 maxi for 3500 and put about 1300 in repairs n now im repaint in it .. hoping after all the new engine parts and new paint job to sellf for 5000.. no hate needed but this is300 is callin my name

 

Why do you want to change the chain? My 98 had 300k miles, it was stock and never had any problems.

I think the price is good. Check for any fluid leaks, rust, check the front suspension and steering.

 

Well dj kevinnn is selling his 03 loaded 6MT with 100k for not too much more than that..

 

Normally, one does not need to ever change the timing chain on these cars. It's not like a timing belt. They last a lot longer and are not a regular maintenance item.

 

Yeah I agree about the timing chain! Thorzdad (a member of the forum) has 400k+ on his 5th gen max and no timing chain replaced. You only need to change it if it stretches or breaks.

 

2000 Nissan Maxima SE just found this today in ottawa going to go buy for my buddie

3.0L, V6, Front Wheel Drive, 225HP, 96,000 KM

Gray exterior on gray leather interior. . 18 inch alloy rims for summer tires. Includes 4 winter tires on alloy rims. Regularly dealer maintained. Very clean. No smoking. No pets. Needs some cosmetic rust work in a few spots. Can e-test and safety if desired. Price is negotiable.
2200.00

i would not spend 3000g on 2000-2001 max i spent 2800 after tax on my 2000 gle in mintconditon only 107km no rust if i was u go for g35 that my next ride for sure