Thinking about buying 2016 Maxima
01-15-2019, 10:01 PM
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Thinking about buying 2016 Maxima
So I'm heavily considering a Maxima with 47k miles because its right in my budget and it's a platinum year 16 with the cream interior but I'm wondering if it would be smart to acquire that since it's so high on miles and I've heard Nissan CVT have issues, how true is that? and yes I've driven one and I love how smooooooth it is and fast, but from a logical financial investment should I go for 2017 maybe they worked some issues out?
Also which 2017 model has apple car play the platinum or platinum 2017.5... I'm kinda confused on that, also if I buy 2016 is it possible to update the head unit to have apple car play or acquire a 2017 unit and install it would it be compatible?
Any other major issues I should know about before I buy a Maxima?
Also which 2017 model has apple car play the platinum or platinum 2017.5... I'm kinda confused on that, also if I buy 2016 is it possible to update the head unit to have apple car play or acquire a 2017 unit and install it would it be compatible?
Any other major issues I should know about before I buy a Maxima?
01-15-2019, 10:23 PM
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My rule of thumb is NEVER EVER buy first new model year. Nissan has a bad rep with their cvt’s won’t beat around the bush about it. Flat out, it is what it is. 47k would make me nervous since you have no idea how it was driven. I would get a 17 since that model year on up comes with Apple CarPlay.
I had never driven or owned a car with a cvt. When I drove the 17 Maxima we bought brand new at the time. I was shocked how incredible it was with the V6. So smooth and powerful. As for issues. I will say this.
I have been monitoring Honda and Toyota forums. Accord, Camry and Avalon. I have read a whole lot of complaints with issues compared to the Maxima. Even first model year with not many complaints for the Maxima.
I had never driven or owned a car with a cvt. When I drove the 17 Maxima we bought brand new at the time. I was shocked how incredible it was with the V6. So smooth and powerful. As for issues. I will say this.
I have been monitoring Honda and Toyota forums. Accord, Camry and Avalon. I have read a whole lot of complaints with issues compared to the Maxima. Even first model year with not many complaints for the Maxima.
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01-16-2019, 04:35 AM
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01-16-2019, 05:55 AM
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Mason is right. I have 43K on my leased 2016 with no problems.(What kind of price you getting?) Some of the 2016s might have been delivered in the late summer/early fall like mine so have the dealler check the VIN for outstanding recalls and any CVT fault codes. The car is heavy on electronics so see what a Nissan extended warranty would cost. Finally be sure the brakes are in spec. Also check the "wheels" and tires (including rims) for any damage. I had to replaced 2 of mine over 3+ years of driving due to the "out near the curb" design. I love this car and will be getting a loaded 2019 later this winter.
01-16-2019, 10:33 AM
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I wouldnt worry much about the CVT. Some models such as the Pathfinder and the small cars have had issues, but the 7th and 8th gen Maxima has been at least average for drivetrain reliability. Just look carefully for the warning signs if the car has not been maintained properly. Feel free to bring it to a mechanic first.
if it looks good, and the price is right, just go for it, you will love it
if it looks good, and the price is right, just go for it, you will love it
01-16-2019, 12:10 PM
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I'm pretty sure the 2016 will never support carplay, so to answer your question there, look at 2017's or newer only.
As far as the rest, if you are unsure about a car's reliability yet you are buying it out of warranty, aren't you feeding your own anxiety? It's really this simple, if this is going to be a project car with a lot of modifications, maybe even track time, then you don't need a warranty, since you're likely voiding it with the work done--also, clearly money isn't really an object since you're ok with the hobby spending. Now, if you're looking for a reliable car that can get you to and from work with no hidden expenses surprises, you get a car with a warranty, or you add an extended plan that is reasonably priced for the amount of time/mileage that suits your needs. Ideally for as long as you are going to be making payments, you should have a warranty.
As far as the rest, if you are unsure about a car's reliability yet you are buying it out of warranty, aren't you feeding your own anxiety? It's really this simple, if this is going to be a project car with a lot of modifications, maybe even track time, then you don't need a warranty, since you're likely voiding it with the work done--also, clearly money isn't really an object since you're ok with the hobby spending. Now, if you're looking for a reliable car that can get you to and from work with no hidden expenses surprises, you get a car with a warranty, or you add an extended plan that is reasonably priced for the amount of time/mileage that suits your needs. Ideally for as long as you are going to be making payments, you should have a warranty.
01-16-2019, 01:47 PM
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Thanks for the answers guys so it probably out of warranty, I just want this car to be reliable because I will be driving it a lot 30k + miles, reason I like this 2016 is because its fully loaded with spoiler ambient lighting and exterior door lighting and all that also its deep blue pearl, but I guess I'm going to look for 2017 because apple carplay is really important to me.
01-16-2019, 08:16 PM
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Thanks for the answers guys so it probably out of warranty, I just want this car to be reliable because I will be driving it a lot 30k + miles, reason I like this 2016 is because its fully loaded with spoiler ambient lighting and exterior door lighting and all that also its deep blue pearl, but I guess I'm going to look for 2017 because apple carplay is really important to me.
01-17-2019, 04:05 AM
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You put on 30,000 miles a year? Are they expensed miles, or you do that all on your own time? That's excessive, even the new VW warrantee of 72000 miles bumper to bumper you'd burn that up in under 3 years. You know that Chrysler offers a lifetime warranty upgrade still...with that coverage you could take a car to 200k and still have work done on it for free. If you're really concerned about warranty and can't shave off 15k miles form your yearly commute, I'd consider a RAM truck or Jeep Grand Cherokee and get the lifetime plan. You could go with a 300 or even a Charger too, those chargers are pretty nice...but I don't think anyone else offers that kind of warranty.
01-24-2019, 09:17 AM
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Thanks for the answers guys so it probably out of warranty, I just want this car to be reliable because I will be driving it a lot 30k + miles, reason I like this 2016 is because its fully loaded with spoiler ambient lighting and exterior door lighting and all that also its deep blue pearl, but I guess I'm going to look for 2017 because apple carplay is really important to me.
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