On the Nissan site it says that the 08 SE and SL models offer Bi-xenon projectors as part of a package is this correct? When do you 08 owner's use your hi-beams? I'm deciding between a 08 Impreza WRX sedan and a 07-08 Max SE, one of my main requirements is that is has to have HID's because visibility is my main concern since I drive at night. With that being said I'm leaning towards the Max since the WRX sedan doesn't have HID's. How much did you guys pay for the 08?

 

The same situations that everyone, with every other car uses them... lol

 

,,, all 6th gen maximas are equiped with HID lighs are bi-xenon.. what you taking bout.

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no, no, no. I'm just stating when everyone else uses their high-beams! lol

And yes, all Maxima's that are equipped with HID's from FACTORY have bi-xenon's...at least to my knowledge.

 

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Originally Posted by maxima2k2

On the Nissan site it says that the 08 SE and SL models offer Bi-xenon projectors as part of a package is this correct? When do you 08 owner's use your hi-beams? I'm deciding between a 08 Impreza WRX sedan and a 07-08 Max SE, one of my main requirements is that is has to have HID's because visibility is my main concern since I drive at night. With that being said I'm leaning towards the Max since the WRX sedan doesn't have HID's. How much did you guys pay for the 08?

,,, all maximas equiped with HID lighs are bi-xenon.. what you taking bout.

prjc j.k. dude.

 

lol

 

Sounds to me like you answered your own question...you want HID's the WRX doesn't offer them, case closed.

 

 

buying a car based on headlights?

 

Even my 4th gen comes with bixenons.

Get the one that actually comes with a manual, then add bixenons yourself.

 

"you 08 owners"

where??

not sure what you're asking, but the 6th gen has a single projection bulb. when you flip to high beam, a shutter uncovers half of the light and the same bulb is used.

I use my high beams on back roads at night

 

besides I dont know if its just me, but high beams dont do that much on our projectors, unless you want to illuminate anything in front of you thats at a height of 20ft or more.

 

you don't notice the beam going further than the cutoff? all the deer around here, I like as much coverage as possible.

 

That is correct.

 

Where do you get replacement bulbs for HID maxima????

Do you have to buy them from the dealership? Are they easy to find, like 9004 bulbs in all auto stores, etc???

Thx

 

Look in the GD section...the bulb is a D2S.

 

If you want to put it that way then I guess. But I just love the luxury look of the maxima, but since I'll be keeping the car for a very long time I wanted to go the HID route because of the amazing light output.

How much shorter is the life of the HID bulb if you flash them or turn them of and on repeatedly?

 

They cost like 100$ each?

How long do they last?

Whats the stock color of the bulbs
whats the nicest legal color?

Thx

 

flashing (if off) and toggling does shorten the life of the HID bulb. how much really depends on how often/much you use them and toggle them. they are covered under 3 year warranty.

stock color is WHITE. any "color" means less light output. but due to the shutter, they look blue at some angles. the "colors" you see are cheap versions trying to mimic this.

 

http://www.gohid.com/index_1750.html

So thats not a good option???

Where do you get the stock HID bulbs? Nissan dealer, or any car parts shop?

How much do they cost each?

Thx

 

Also, can you convert the fog lights or day time lights with HID for a kickass effect, or it's not recommended?

 

not recommended if you want function (actually use them for inclement weather). but has been done for good looks.

 

This is the first I've heard of this. Could you please let me know your source?

Swee

 

service manager at my dealership.

 

Very interesting indeed. I haven't blown any, but I've heard the usual cost concerns if/when blown. I haven't heard of anyone blowing them and then coming in here talking of how Nissan covered it.

That would be cool. I wonder what the life expectancy is of these beauties?!