Maximax2

Yeah, I like Altimas, so what? Wait...this is a Maxima?!?

nice95GLE

All of a sudden I really like my 2K2.

Well Nissan didn't disappoint me; it's ugly as hell. I think the new Altima is ugly as hell and this looks just like an overstuffed Altima. I think Nissan should of retired the Max after the 2K3 model year.

Tripower

I'm not so sure it's the "ugliest"...look at just about any AMC product from the 70's....the Matador, Gremlin, and Pacer all come to mind. Those were much worse than the Aztec in my mind.

As far as the 04, I'll reserve judgement on that until I see it in person. It took 2 years for the 5th gen to grow on me. Nissan never seems to be able to get the rearends of the Maxima to look decent and flow with the rest of the car.

Smokie5s01

I know this really doesnt make it any better but it does have dual exhaust...first time for the stock maxima

KennyLau

It doesn't look too bad. A little bit Audi, a little bit Taurus, a little bit Altima. But it's the kind of look that will grow on many people, I'm sure. Remember when the 5th gen came out? Lots of Maxima fans thought that was the ugliest one, but it's done well.

I don't think I would buy it, though, since it will be a full-sized car, and I don't need a car that big. Being built on the Altima platform will hopefully make it a good performer.

For now, I'll keep my '01 SE, and I'll just wish the '04 luck and I'll admire it from afar.

mike1g

A little off subject, but since you mentioned it, the Aztec is my favorite in a whole class of cars (the Transformers) to make fun of. It is quite possibly the ugliest freakin car I have EVER seen. Sorry to anyone who owns one out there. But c'mon.

MysticalMax

http://www.freshalloy.com/site/cars/...iew/home.shtml

Dany

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I hope rear beam is gone in this new Max.

mike1g

One thing I don't like, and I think this is the same on the Altima, is how the front fender flare seems higher than the rear. If anything, it should be the other way around. But preferably, they are the same height. I am sure it's "stance" will even this out. But in the picture, it looks quite noticeable. I think that is what someone was talking about when they mentioned "SUV stance". Or something like that. I like my 2K allot better as of right now. But, it did take me a while to warm up to the 5th gen Max. So who knows......

KennyLau

Since it's on an Altima platform, the rear beam is officially history. And with the possibility of AWD and 5-speed automatic transmission (for those who drive autos), it should be a sweet full-sized sedan. The flagship is back, and more distinct than ever.

MaximaDisciple

my sentiments actually. looks like this will be my last Nissan. I wonder when these guys are designing these cars they're told to make it look like every other car on the market. Bad move Nissan.

CRMax

It does mention that it will have idependent rear suspension along with AWD. That would make me look at it again. Especially if it included 280 HP.

MichaelAE

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Just a reminder about the sixth gen sticky thread that is in this forum...

Sixth Gen Maxima Sticky

Look at me, trying to act like a moderator or something.

VMaximus02

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C'on now. You guys haven't seen the "whole" picture of the car yet...the quality of the interior/options/performance. Give it some times, I am sure you all will find things to like about it. As with any recent products from Nissan, their stylings are of acquired taste. Atleast the design is unique and "somewhat" innovative, compare to the mundane (boring) styling coming off from Toyota or Honda products line. I have to admit, Nissan has been really pushing the envelope w/their new design!

xfirepwr1

I wouldnt say its ugly, I kinda like the look, but I think Ill stick to my 2k2

ifso215

Anyone catch the "3.5" badge on the right side of the trunk? That means the VQ's in there....but is the 3.5 just part of the styling, or does it imply that maybe there will be other engines available in the future?

MaxSE03

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Not all things have changed.......You can still go off roading with the clearance up front.

PeterUbers

Unless Nissan is as able to reduce vehicle weight without compromising structural rigidity as Mercedes is... that new max is bound to weigh at least a couple hundred pounds more... (history precedes itself... haven't all gen's of maxi's gone up at least a hundred pounds per revision?) That's gunna put it closer to the sloth-like nature of the TL-S in the curves and off-the-line. But this is just my theory.

QUE2K2GLE

Looks like a Z on steroids but the back kind of resembles a lincoln continental. What are they thinking! Obviously not along the lines of traditional Max styling. Hopefully the interior and front are gorgeous, they better be. q

F23A4

Judging by how it looks, it appears that I won't be purchasing a 6G Maxima to replace my 2K2. Sidenote: I wonder how the remodeled Acura TL Type S will look!!!

ifso215

also, anyone notice the gauge cluster? it looks like the 350z one, possibly moving with the steering wheel, who knows.

Bags

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alty..

looslip

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Damn, that looks pretty ugly... I wonder if a spoiler would help. Anyone know what horsepower and torque it gets and if its still using the same VQ?

2k1GrayMaxSE

My $0.02 worth:
-As much as I like the size and interior room of my 2K1, a larger interior and trunk would be nice (plus being 6'-2", the headroom with the sunroof could be better...).

-I hope they managed to reduce the Titanic-like turning radius by at least a few feet.

-I hope the interior is a lot like the photos of the Teana that showed up here on the .org about a month ago, especially the wood/brushed metal trim on the console and the reclining seats.

- AWD is really needed as the current power output of the 3.5VQ is beginning to reach the practical limits of the FWD layout and intruding on the refinement level of the Maxima.

-The quad exhaust tips look cool.

-I'd have to see more of the backend to pass judgement on the styling. Ditto with the front end but I think it will probably be very similar to the Teana.

-THE BEAM AXLE IS DEAD! R.I.P.!


_ Those brawny wheel arches look agressive but the downside is that they will be the primary target for parking lot door dings - and be VERY noticable with that flat vertical plane at the lip. We do live in a cruel world....

-Maybe Nissan got the chipped paint issue fixed {insert your own derogatory Nissan-related, expletive-laced comment here}.

-Keep in mind that the 6th Gen Maxima will be made in the U.S.A. in Smyrna TN and not Japan.{insert your own derogatory "goober/hillbilly" comment here} Quality may be a REAL issue, especially for the first year model.

I think I'll keep my 2K1SE for now and wait to see if the quality issue becomes critical, what engine/trans/drivetrain configurations will be available, what the performance is like, and what price Nissan places on it before I jump to a 6th Gen.. My guess, based on what they've done with the very agressive pricing of the 350Z is that the new Maxima will still offer a really big bang for the buck.

2kSeattleMax

I think its hot! <covers up against future flames>

MaxPower2K2

u know what would make that car look 10x better
a vq35dett awd under the hood!

MONTE 01&97 SE

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Dunno if this one will grow on me, it looks identical to the Snaps Brian did. I think those of us with late model 4th gens and 5th gens should hold on to them.

Wasim521

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Looks kind of like a bloated Altima with Lincoln Town car lights grafted onto the back...It doesn't even matter if they can make it perform, because it's going to be like $40k and huge. Time to hold on to my fifth gen...

MaxAtack

I'm not feeling it. I remember when the 5th Gen's 1st came out and I thought they looked pretty sharp and knew that I would get one. I'm thinking this car's gonna drive more like a boat then the 02/03's. And besides, reading through all the threads here, Nissan's customer service is certaintly lacking quality, so I know I will try to ascend to the next level: Lexus!

maxxximus

I shouldn't be too terribly surprised as the spy photos seemed to be the real deal IMHO.
My first blush is that you could not see this car sliding sideways across the high desert floor and actually believe it. To me it feels like it is missing what makes the Maxi the Maxi. I will try very hard to develop a wait-and-see attitude on this one...

WizzaMax

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There is info about the fitment in past threads.

I thought about that install before myself and never followed thru...

Maxima 504

Everyone who doesnt like it is trippin'. Its way faster and it still looks tight. we roll tight whips done here in N.O. so that Max is pimp enough.

8702

Gotta see more pics before judging it ugly... but I do like the dual-dual exhaust.

Greek to the Max

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Its a Taurus 100%

KniGhtRydeR

I think the car looks pretty nice. Well the Front 3/4 of it. Once it gets to the trunk it just goes downhill. Literally! the taillight looks like its sloping down or something. I'm totally not feeling it right now, but then again If I really think about it. That back end of the 6th gen still looks better than the backend of my black 5th gen. If i had the opportunity to change cars I most likely would not get a 6th gen. Not because it doesnt seem like it will be a good car, but because its a bit too damn big for my tastes. And It will probably still have the same 3.5 with 255hp. That just isnt enough. If it was like a 3.5 with like 280-300 hp that would be a diff story. hah. But I could definitely see someone in their Early 30s getting the new 6th gen. Dunnos if that is good or bad. But when I'm done with this max in id say 5-6 yrs =] I'm pretty damn sure I'm not gonna be gettnig another max =/. Well I guess ill be hoping for my current dream/ realistic car. Black G35 Coupe

Cwa232

I wasn't thrilled with the 5th Gen when it was introduced, and now I drive one. If the 2004 has 280 hp and AWD, I can get over the bad looking rear end in no time at all. I was thinking about trading in the 2k1 for a 2k3, but now I'm waiting until next spring to see exactly what its all about.

Concorde

Hmm.

Since seeing the new '04 Maxima, the G35 Coup/350Z sure is starting to look *really* good.

Padsy

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I think they ALWAYS looked good.

Concorde

They're growing on me, but the sedans really don't do it for me for some reason.

In time, the '04 Max may start growing on me, but we'll have to wait and see. At 33, I'm already starting to go through my mid-life crisis, so 2-doors out there now are looking sweet. Acura's current CL Type-S is a prime example. Damn!

Cwa232

I'd love a coupe, but damn, its gotta be a ***** getting the kids in and out of their car seats. If the 2004 is a little bigger than the 5th gen, that's okay with me. It's still not a minivan or an SUV.