Got Regrets?
05-02-2005, 11:07 AM
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Got Regrets?
I know it's hard to admit that something you bought for the Max didn't live-up to your expectations, didn't work as advertised, etc. After having it a few days started feeling like too many $ for what you got?
I'm wondering if reality has set in on some? I mean, there are MANY that lowered their car, only to have to deal with reduced ride quality and lot's of noise. Guys with massive rims running around on bad streets/highways, getting dinged or scratched-up... CAI owners sucking water, living with that sucking sound 24/7, and the list goes on. At what point does someone discover that doing stuff for looks isn't worth the sacrafices? I'll assume the reposnse to that will go along owner's age lines to a degree.
Got Regrets and willing to admit it? Look at it as a public service lol!
I'm wondering if reality has set in on some? I mean, there are MANY that lowered their car, only to have to deal with reduced ride quality and lot's of noise. Guys with massive rims running around on bad streets/highways, getting dinged or scratched-up... CAI owners sucking water, living with that sucking sound 24/7, and the list goes on. At what point does someone discover that doing stuff for looks isn't worth the sacrafices? I'll assume the reposnse to that will go along owner's age lines to a degree.
Got Regrets and willing to admit it? Look at it as a public service lol!
05-02-2005, 11:32 AM
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I have no regrets...so far. I got 20's and did lower the car, but I knew what ride quality I was going to get. I also added a CAI and changed the mufflers, all to my satisfaction. The only thing I regret was not getting the car with the factory Nav... But to solve that problem, I added the AVIC-N1.
05-02-2005, 11:44 AM
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My Max and I had a rocky start, but our relationship is doing quite well now. She looks great, rides smooth and is always willing to put out when I ask her to. Eventually I'd like to get her some new shoes but thats about it.
05-02-2005, 11:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Law520
My Max and I had a rocky start, but our relationship is doing quite well now. She looks great, rides smooth and is always willing to put out when I ask her to. Eventually I'd like to get her some new shoes but thats about it.
05-02-2005, 01:03 PM
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Okiewan, why are you so anti-mod? Seems most people know what they're getting into and dismiss the cons. This site has always been pro-modification. although several members are not, it is based on personalizing and increasing performance. You've made it very clear about your distain for mods. But is it necessary to point and say "I told you so"? even though it seems many will stick with their mod rather than go back to stock.
05-02-2005, 01:11 PM
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I'm lovin my max..
planning to get an air intake and some rims for it. the rims probably wont come till next summer.
my one gripe is that since this is supposed to be nissan's flagship... shouldn't they have made remote startup a standard feature?
beyond that its nuthin but pure v6-265hp-bliss for me
planning to get an air intake and some rims for it. the rims probably wont come till next summer.
my one gripe is that since this is supposed to be nissan's flagship... shouldn't they have made remote startup a standard feature?
beyond that its nuthin but pure v6-265hp-bliss for me
05-02-2005, 01:36 PM
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I don't think Okiewan ment this as an anti-mod thread. He has a few mods himself that are audio and cosmetic. I think he was wondering if anyone was ever sorry doing something to their car that seemed a good idea at the time and it backfired on them.
As far as me......I am glad I modified the stereo by adding the amp, subs, and cap. Now, the only downside is the space taken up in the trunk....I did know what I was getting into though as far as the space issue. But I am happy overall.
As far as the 20" rims.....they came from the dealer with them. Rides pretty smooth to me even with the SE suspention. So, guess I have no issue with that mod.
Interior mod.....had to cover up the scratched silver plastic with the silver carbon interior. Great mod for me and no regrets at all. Ask me years down the road though if it stands up to the sun. Than again, easy enough to remove it and get new stuff if it does not last.
As far as the grill......I hated the stock grill from day one, but loved the rest of the Maxima lines. I knew it would be a cheap and easy mod. Love my billet grill and no regrets.
So far, with every mod I did.....I weighed the outcome before hand. Pros and cons....no regrets. Now with the engine mods, there are not many at this time that are worth it for me that give a substantial HP per $$$ ratio. When and if some come along.....I will jump on them. Just my 2 cents.
Only regret I have about the Maxima was buying it new when I could have gotten a loaded one alot cheaper months later....due to the very low trade in value of the Max. Resale value sucks, but no major gripes. Awsome car.
As far as me......I am glad I modified the stereo by adding the amp, subs, and cap. Now, the only downside is the space taken up in the trunk....I did know what I was getting into though as far as the space issue. But I am happy overall.
As far as the 20" rims.....they came from the dealer with them. Rides pretty smooth to me even with the SE suspention. So, guess I have no issue with that mod.
Interior mod.....had to cover up the scratched silver plastic with the silver carbon interior. Great mod for me and no regrets at all. Ask me years down the road though if it stands up to the sun. Than again, easy enough to remove it and get new stuff if it does not last.
As far as the grill......I hated the stock grill from day one, but loved the rest of the Maxima lines. I knew it would be a cheap and easy mod. Love my billet grill and no regrets.
So far, with every mod I did.....I weighed the outcome before hand. Pros and cons....no regrets. Now with the engine mods, there are not many at this time that are worth it for me that give a substantial HP per $$$ ratio. When and if some come along.....I will jump on them. Just my 2 cents.
Only regret I have about the Maxima was buying it new when I could have gotten a loaded one alot cheaper months later....due to the very low trade in value of the Max. Resale value sucks, but no major gripes. Awsome car.
05-02-2005, 02:32 PM
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The only thing I regret is not getting the elite package. I thought I would have been using the back seat more often but, it turns out that I rarely use it. When I do use it I probably only have 2 people in the back anyway.
Other then that I really do not have any regrets with the car. I'm enjoying it as much as the other cars I've previously owned!
Other then that I really do not have any regrets with the car. I'm enjoying it as much as the other cars I've previously owned!
05-02-2005, 02:46 PM
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Originally Posted by rabenoja
The only thing I regret is not getting the elite package. I thought I would have been using the back seat more often but, it turns out that I rarely use it. When I do use it I probably only have 2 people in the back anyway.
Other then that I really do not have any regrets with the car. I'm enjoying it as much as the other cars I've previously owned!
Other then that I really do not have any regrets with the car. I'm enjoying it as much as the other cars I've previously owned!
Turns out it would have been a huge mistake... I've used the trunk a million times, and had to fold the seats a lot -- early and often.
I haven't really done any mods other than cosmetic... tints, grille, interior lights and wheels. The biggest "mod" was mounting my Roady with the PAC AAI-NIS. I'm one of those people that will sit there and watch, then pick and choose based on what problems the early adopters have...
I'm glad I followed that route for the Eibach with the people complaining about popping noises...
05-02-2005, 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by rabenoja
The only thing I regret is not getting the elite package. I thought I would have been using the back seat more often but, it turns out that I rarely use it. When I do use it I probably only have 2 people in the back anyway.
Other then that I really do not have any regrets with the car. I'm enjoying it as much as the other cars I've previously owned!
Other then that I really do not have any regrets with the car. I'm enjoying it as much as the other cars I've previously owned!
05-02-2005, 04:18 PM
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NismoMAx, Carcus get's it.
05-02-2005, 04:20 PM
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I dont have any perrmance mods, but i have no regrets. Stuff breaks, they fixed it, i cant ask for more than that. It performs as advertised to me, and has all the options one would want and then some.
05-02-2005, 04:26 PM
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I'm anti "waste of dollars mods" becuase there are only so many available and someone else did it", this is true. When some decent performance mods become available, if ever... I'll change my tune. Cosmetic stuff, yup, all for it.. you get what you pay for and it's obvious.
05-02-2005, 04:29 PM
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Seems most people know what they're getting into and dismiss the cons.
05-02-2005, 04:30 PM
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Grille is the biggest bank for your buck mod this car has
05-02-2005, 05:06 PM
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I regret producing 100 pairs of bitc*hin headlight covers and none of yall bought any...
05-02-2005, 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Okiewan
Eibach springs? You sure about that?
yeah no one expected the springs to be noisey, but they new it would stiffen. and anyone that goes with 20+ have to know things will get rough. I don't, I just thought you got your point across putting down each mod already. I get a very pessimistic vibe from you towards performance mods. If you don't like them, fine. Just don't put down others for their work.
05-02-2005, 07:53 PM
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Only regret was not getting the DPP. I want HID's and Leather seats plus the folding mirrors. Little things, other then that no regrets at all. Love my car, love my mods.
05-02-2005, 09:20 PM
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Nismo ...
You're very preceptive for a lad of such limited years. I'm anti waste of money, just like I said above.
But hey, if all you want here is more "oh yeah, buy that it's sweet" without any thought of actual value, that's cool.
I get a very pessimistic vibe from you towards performance mods
But hey, if all you want here is more "oh yeah, buy that it's sweet" without any thought of actual value, that's cool.
05-03-2005, 01:28 AM
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bought the eibachs and heard bad issues so i sold that..now im debating on getting 20's but people from "jersey" where i live are getting there rims bent..hmm..what should i do..
05-03-2005, 01:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Law520
My Max and I had a rocky start, but our relationship is doing quite well now. She looks great, rides smooth and is always willing to put out when I ask her to. Eventually I'd like to get her some new shoes but thats about it.
wow we love our cars a little too much.
05-03-2005, 02:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Jayzmax04
I regret producing 100 pairs of bitc*hin headlight covers and none of yall bought any...
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05-03-2005, 02:21 AM
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For once i agree with Okiewan for the most part. 
However, my rear anti-sway bar packed a lot fo bang for the buck (R.O.I.)
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However, my rear anti-sway bar packed a lot fo bang for the buck (R.O.I.)
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05-03-2005, 11:17 AM
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Man, you gotta get rid of that pin-stripe. Looks just like my SL except for the rims. Gotta love that Black.
05-03-2005, 04:21 PM
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No regrets. A few complaints but I'm happy with my purchase. My max is stone stock.
05-03-2005, 04:27 PM
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I have zero mods because I am personally not into modding this car but I am happy for those who enjoy it if thats what they want to do.
I have no regrets at all and so far after about 4 months of owning my car I still get excited about getting into it every day and driving to work. For any car to make me enjoy my ride to work is a miracle. So I would buy this car again in second if I had it to do over again.
I have no regrets at all and so far after about 4 months of owning my car I still get excited about getting into it every day and driving to work. For any car to make me enjoy my ride to work is a miracle. So I would buy this car again in second if I had it to do over again.
05-03-2005, 04:38 PM
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Okiewan is the voice of reason in the 6th gen forum...but it dosent take a genius to see all the problems and lack of performance enhancement(or loss) with CAI and springs...It also makes it easier for those without mods to not feel like they are missing out on something great.
05-03-2005, 04:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Mystery_Man
Only regret was not getting the DPP. I want HID's and Leather seats plus the folding mirrors. Little things, other then that no regrets at all. Love my car, love my mods.
05-03-2005, 06:15 PM
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but it dosent take a genius
05-03-2005, 07:01 PM
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Okie is one of the few people in here in nissans target market, cuz i know im sure not....i really have to say alot of my reasons for this car is because I am too young to be able to afford insurance on a high performance sports coupe, having the maxima makes it more affordable, but at the same time I still like its looks and performance.
05-04-2005, 04:53 AM
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I have an intake, eibach springs, tinted windows, subwoofer, and black painted the teeth on my stock grille. I love every bit of it. As for the aftermarket setups, I scrape my mud guards on speed bumps due to the car being lower. However, I cut a slit on both sides so that the flap will fold towards the rear when it needs to then come back to its original shape when over the bump. It's just the scraping noise that bothers me.
The only quality concerns that I have are:
1. Nobody is able to get rid of the shimmy... I've tried all the suggestions on here.
2. Nobody is able to fix the steering... My car pulls slightly to the left.
3. The window motors are NOISY
That's all I can think of right now, although I know that I have a couple more.
The only quality concerns that I have are:
1. Nobody is able to get rid of the shimmy... I've tried all the suggestions on here.
2. Nobody is able to fix the steering... My car pulls slightly to the left.
3. The window motors are NOISY
That's all I can think of right now, although I know that I have a couple more.
05-04-2005, 08:46 AM
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SLuxury.. do you have the Eibach noise issue or no?
I'd REALLY like to lower the car, you all have made me HATE the gap, lol... just don't willing to put up with popping/noises. There are probably a couple of places I'd have to be careful, but I don't think being lower would be an issue in that respect.
I'd REALLY like to lower the car, you all have made me HATE the gap, lol... just don't willing to put up with popping/noises. There are probably a couple of places I'd have to be careful, but I don't think being lower would be an issue in that respect.
05-04-2005, 10:16 AM
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I'm with Okiewan on wanting the lowering springs but am not willing to sacrifice for loud popping noises on my ride... Two inches lower is not worth the stress I will go through if I start hearing stuff after the install... Anyone have any good experiences with other lowering springs besides the Eibachs???
05-04-2005, 10:17 AM
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Regret... I bought the Tornado for my 99 SE-L... and 3 days later I found maximas.org. I felt dumb. Now, I am out of the daek and doing little things to the 00 GLE and nothing yet to the 05 SE. I am thinking of trading in the 00 GLE for something else.
05-04-2005, 11:17 AM
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Im happy with my 20's and lowering the car with the eibach springs... whenever my car starts to make a popping sound, i take the car to my friends shop and he fixes it for me, which reminds me i have to go tomorrow morning... i am going to ask him exactly what he does to fix it so that we all can fix this minor problem.
What some dont mention is that the car rides pretty smooth still, and turning especially during the off ramps and on ramps of the highways has improved. The car feels like it grips the ground better, but that may also be due to the goodyear tires, those stock rubbers can go ...........
305 SuckA!!!
What some dont mention is that the car rides pretty smooth still, and turning especially during the off ramps and on ramps of the highways has improved. The car feels like it grips the ground better, but that may also be due to the goodyear tires, those stock rubbers can go ...........
305 SuckA!!!
