Bought wife a 1.8T, Nissan just didn't want to sell SE-R
04-26-2002, 06:24 AM
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Bought wife a 1.8T, Nissan just didn't want to sell SE-R
I originally wanted to get the SE-R with the intent to have two Nissan's in the garage, but Nissan was just trying to make a killing on these cars. Anyway, I was passing by VW and test drove a 1.8T 5speed Tiptronic Auto and I was sold!! I will also mention that it is loaded (except for leather), and I got it for $80/mo cheaper with all the same terms as they wanted for the SE-R.
It has 180hp and 174ftlbs, but we will se how long that lasts!!!
It has 180hp and 174ftlbs, but we will se how long that lasts!!!
04-26-2002, 07:37 AM
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The Jettas are nice cars but can any one tell me why a Jetta GLX VR6 is heavier than a Maxima (3263 lbs vs 3261 lbs.)???? I look at these two cars and just can't figure out why. I was first looking at cars and wanted a smaller car with V6 power and looked at the Jetta among others. A small car - 2.8 liters of 6 cyl engine and thought that it should move pretty good but the performance just wasn't there. Once I found out that the the car is just as heavy and in some cases heavier as a lot of bigger cars I figured it out. Do the Germans build their cars out of lead?
04-26-2002, 07:49 AM
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Originally posted by Phydeaux
The Jettas are nice cars but can any one tell me why a Jetta GLX VR6 is heavier than a Maxima (3263 lbs vs 3261 lbs.)???? I look at these two cars and just can't figure out why. I was first looking at cars and wanted a smaller car with V6 power and looked at the Jetta among others. A small car - 2.8 liters of 6 cyl engine and thought that it should move pretty good but the performance just wasn't there. Once I found out that the the car is just as heavy and in some cases heavier as a lot of bigger cars I figured it out. Do the Germans build their cars out of lead?
The Jettas are nice cars but can any one tell me why a Jetta GLX VR6 is heavier than a Maxima (3263 lbs vs 3261 lbs.)???? I look at these two cars and just can't figure out why. I was first looking at cars and wanted a smaller car with V6 power and looked at the Jetta among others. A small car - 2.8 liters of 6 cyl engine and thought that it should move pretty good but the performance just wasn't there. Once I found out that the the car is just as heavy and in some cases heavier as a lot of bigger cars I figured it out. Do the Germans build their cars out of lead?
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04-26-2002, 08:00 AM
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If you look at German all German cars, they are mcuh heavier than an average Japanese or American. I am thinking they are using heavier (more rigid) frames.
Originally posted by Phydeaux
The Jettas are nice cars but can any one tell me why a Jetta GLX VR6 is heavier than a Maxima (3263 lbs vs 3261 lbs.)???? I look at these two cars and just can't figure out why. I was first looking at cars and wanted a smaller car with V6 power and looked at the Jetta among others. A small car - 2.8 liters of 6 cyl engine and thought that it should move pretty good but the performance just wasn't there. Once I found out that the the car is just as heavy and in some cases heavier as a lot of bigger cars I figured it out. Do the Germans build their cars out of lead?
The Jettas are nice cars but can any one tell me why a Jetta GLX VR6 is heavier than a Maxima (3263 lbs vs 3261 lbs.)???? I look at these two cars and just can't figure out why. I was first looking at cars and wanted a smaller car with V6 power and looked at the Jetta among others. A small car - 2.8 liters of 6 cyl engine and thought that it should move pretty good but the performance just wasn't there. Once I found out that the the car is just as heavy and in some cases heavier as a lot of bigger cars I figured it out. Do the Germans build their cars out of lead?
04-26-2002, 09:29 AM
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Re: Bought wife a 1.8T, Nissan just didn't want to sell SE-R
u tried to get the spec-v?
did u consider WRX? If I want something turbo...this will be my first choice.
did u consider WRX? If I want something turbo...this will be my first choice.
Originally posted by 2000 SE
I originally wanted to get the SE-R with the intent to have two Nissan's in the garage, but Nissan was just trying to make a killing on these cars. Anyway, I was passing by VW and test drove a 1.8T 5speed Tiptronic Auto and I was sold!! I will also mention that it is loaded (except for leather), and I got it for $80/mo cheaper with all the same terms as they wanted for the SE-R.
It has 180hp and 174ftlbs, but we will se how long that lasts!!!
I originally wanted to get the SE-R with the intent to have two Nissan's in the garage, but Nissan was just trying to make a killing on these cars. Anyway, I was passing by VW and test drove a 1.8T 5speed Tiptronic Auto and I was sold!! I will also mention that it is loaded (except for leather), and I got it for $80/mo cheaper with all the same terms as they wanted for the SE-R.
It has 180hp and 174ftlbs, but we will se how long that lasts!!!
04-27-2002, 07:12 AM
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Originally posted by Phydeaux
The Jettas are nice cars but can any one tell me why a Jetta GLX VR6 is heavier than a Maxima (3263 lbs vs 3261 lbs.)???? I look at these two cars and just can't figure out why. I was first looking at cars and wanted a smaller car with V6 power and looked at the Jetta among others. A small car - 2.8 liters of 6 cyl engine and thought that it should move pretty good but the performance just wasn't there. Once I found out that the the car is just as heavy and in some cases heavier as a lot of bigger cars I figured it out. Do the Germans build their cars out of lead?
The Jettas are nice cars but can any one tell me why a Jetta GLX VR6 is heavier than a Maxima (3263 lbs vs 3261 lbs.)???? I look at these two cars and just can't figure out why. I was first looking at cars and wanted a smaller car with V6 power and looked at the Jetta among others. A small car - 2.8 liters of 6 cyl engine and thought that it should move pretty good but the performance just wasn't there. Once I found out that the the car is just as heavy and in some cases heavier as a lot of bigger cars I figured it out. Do the Germans build their cars out of lead?
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04-27-2002, 07:17 AM
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Re: Bought wife a 1.8T, Nissan just didn't want to sell SE-R
Originally posted by 2000 SE
I originally wanted to get the SE-R with the intent to have two Nissan's in the garage, but Nissan was just trying to make a killing on these cars. Anyway, I was passing by VW and test drove a 1.8T 5speed Tiptronic Auto and I was sold!! I will also mention that it is loaded (except for leather), and I got it for $80/mo cheaper with all the same terms as they wanted for the SE-R.
It has 180hp and 174ftlbs, but we will se how long that lasts!!!
I originally wanted to get the SE-R with the intent to have two Nissan's in the garage, but Nissan was just trying to make a killing on these cars. Anyway, I was passing by VW and test drove a 1.8T 5speed Tiptronic Auto and I was sold!! I will also mention that it is loaded (except for leather), and I got it for $80/mo cheaper with all the same terms as they wanted for the SE-R.
It has 180hp and 174ftlbs, but we will se how long that lasts!!!
04-27-2002, 09:44 AM
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You are saying the 1.8T cost $80/month less than the Spec V? Interesting as I don't know how much the V cost. The SE-R isn't that much. I would have guess that the 1.8T is fairly close to the Altima SE, at least here in Canada.
I like the looks of the 1.8T. Did you mention the color? Black and Silver are both very popular, and both very nice. I prefer the silver. Then you see the Blue, with is rare around here, and the red. All those colors are nice. For some reason VW and Audi's have nice paints.
I would definitely get the APR ? upgrade if everything will still be warranty. I saw one here that has bigger wheels, looks slightly lowered (stance more like that of a A4), and exhaust and looks sweet.
I like the looks of the 1.8T. Did you mention the color? Black and Silver are both very popular, and both very nice. I prefer the silver. Then you see the Blue, with is rare around here, and the red. All those colors are nice. For some reason VW and Audi's have nice paints.
I would definitely get the APR ? upgrade if everything will still be warranty. I saw one here that has bigger wheels, looks slightly lowered (stance more like that of a A4), and exhaust and looks sweet.
04-27-2002, 10:56 AM
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Re: Bought wife a 1.8T, Nissan just didn't want to sell SE-R
Originally posted by 2000 SE
I originally wanted to get the SE-R with the intent to have two Nissan's in the garage, but Nissan was just trying to make a killing on these cars. Anyway, I was passing by VW and test drove a 1.8T 5speed Tiptronic Auto and I was sold!! I will also mention that it is loaded (except for leather), and I got it for $80/mo cheaper with all the same terms as they wanted for the SE-R.
It has 180hp and 174ftlbs, but we will se how long that lasts!!!
I originally wanted to get the SE-R with the intent to have two Nissan's in the garage, but Nissan was just trying to make a killing on these cars. Anyway, I was passing by VW and test drove a 1.8T 5speed Tiptronic Auto and I was sold!! I will also mention that it is loaded (except for leather), and I got it for $80/mo cheaper with all the same terms as they wanted for the SE-R.
It has 180hp and 174ftlbs, but we will se how long that lasts!!!
I have already put in a Neuspeed Chip, P-Flow Intake, Turbo Inlet pipe, Downpipe, and Greddy on the way. This car really pulls! I have a supercharged max and messing around me and her gunned it from a stop and she actually kept up 1 and a little of 2, 3&4th I took her hard but this was before the downpipe,inletpipe which is about another 20hp. If you have questions about modding this car let me know.
04-27-2002, 11:09 AM
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Originally posted by AznWontonboy
consider this; a 5th gen maxima is larger, more interior space then a 5 series, and look at the weight differences.. around 1000lbs..
consider this; a 5th gen maxima is larger, more interior space then a 5 series, and look at the weight differences.. around 1000lbs..
As for the Supra factor in the weight of all the above item's,two turbos,intercooler plumbing..................
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