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Old 05-20-2008 | 06:16 PM
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I love it way too much
Old 05-20-2008 | 06:17 PM
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And compared to the 14 mpg. i was getting in a 1999 chevy silverado it should be saving me a crapload
Old 05-21-2008 | 07:12 AM
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I would say, yes, I would get rid of it for a new TL Type-S

But I'd give it to a family member or good friend so I could visit it every so often
Old 05-22-2008 | 07:21 PM
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The Maxima stays. I have only had it a year, and it would never financially make sense for me to sell it to get something else just to get better gas mileage.
Old 05-22-2008 | 09:31 PM
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With gas how it is, another Max is on my list to replace my Pathfinder.
Old 05-29-2008 | 09:52 AM
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I'm thinking about getting another vehicle, but not because of gas prices... This time, I'm thinking about picking up an SUV (got married, and the wife drives a car)
Old 05-29-2008 | 10:12 AM
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Originally Posted by kieljon
I'm thinking about getting another vehicle, but not because of gas prices... This time, I'm thinking about picking up an SUV (got married, and the wife drives a car)
worst logic ever
Old 06-02-2008 | 08:23 AM
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i want to get a crotch rocket as a second car for spring and fall, but my dad won't let me because he thinks i will kill myself
Old 06-02-2008 | 09:07 AM
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If I found something of equal practicality and luxury with lower miles and a manual for a decent price, yes, but that's not going to happen any time soon
Old 06-02-2008 | 09:39 PM
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Nah, I've put too much time, effort and $$ into my maxima just to get it where it is right now. If I were to sell it, I'd be taking a serious L... I'm now averaging in the the mid 20's in mpg, and I could probably get more if I take of these heavy-*** 6th gen rims and rock my original 15's. When 93 hits $5.00 and above in my area, (it's $4.43 now), I'll just take the train to work and park my max in the driveway...
Old 06-03-2008 | 06:44 PM
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that's what I'm trying to do here, get those damn 15 posts so I can place a new thread about selling my maxima

I'm thinking about the Acura TSX...always liked that car
Old 06-09-2008 | 05:07 PM
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My 2001 AE has been paid off for almost 5 years, it is in excellent condition and I still like the car.

It is cheaper to keep it than to replace it, even considering $5-6 gas.

I don't drive enough to justify getting another car solely based upon fuel consumption. The registration on the Maxima gets cheaper every year and insurance is cheaper than a new car.

The car is old enough that now I can buy parts at Pep Boys/ Autozone etc instead of a stealership. I can also take advantage of part outs of wrecked Maximas.

With a new car, you are paying the sales tax, delivery fees, and other expenses. Naturally, I would tint the windows on a new car. The tint on the Maxima was paid for long ago.

So, the fuel economy of a new small car isn't enough of an improvement to justify the increased OVERALL costs of ownership.
Old 06-09-2008 | 07:04 PM
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Almost $4.50 a gallon. Wait till it reaches $10 a gallon. 4 cylender cars gonna cost more than V6 and V8. Now people will be loving thier fuel efficent cars.
Old 06-16-2008 | 04:10 PM
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give me 3k right now and i'll even throw in the cd player.
Old 06-19-2008 | 10:28 AM
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I had to get rid of my 88. The body fell apart...
Old 06-20-2008 | 12:11 AM
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I just got my '03, I doubt I'll get rid of it anytime soon.
Old 06-26-2008 | 08:25 PM
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I just got rid of mine for the bmw. Funny thing is I still miss the maxima, it was a great car. The 5er feels like way bigger compared to the maxima.
Old 06-27-2008 | 05:21 PM
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not yet unless someone give me a good price for it. Until I can pick up Z, HIDs, coil overs, and add 20% tint all at once. I'll hold that max.
Old 06-28-2008 | 09:09 AM
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I'm lookin to sell mine now, gas is just too crazy in NYC
Old 06-28-2008 | 01:00 PM
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Hell NO!!

I will probably change my 02 Rendez-Vous pretty soon though.
Old 06-28-2008 | 01:17 PM
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the only way i get rid of my maxima is if it blow the **** up, and then ill buy another one, and gas mileage differs by how you drive, my buddy has a 2008 scion tc and it gets ****ty mileage like 24 on the highway
Old 06-29-2008 | 08:45 PM
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Im considering buying an old (early 90s) civic/accord/corolla/camry that would get 30+ mpg but thats mainly for a winter beater car. I will NEVER get rid of my max, hell, Im on my second 4th gen and im only 21. If I drive conservatively I can get 25-28 mpg which I dont complain with.
Old 06-30-2008 | 10:32 AM
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no!
i haven't had my 4th gen for that long, but i just love it a lot. it needs some work and i don't see me getting rid of it anytime soon.
Old 07-01-2008 | 10:33 AM
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would you buy my maxima?
Old 07-07-2008 | 04:01 AM
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No because I just cant stand a 4 cylinder. I hate the performance of them. Only thing I would get thats more effecient than my max is a Yamaha R6
Old 07-07-2008 | 05:47 AM
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Gas prices are only going to rise until we find an alternative source.
LPG Is pretty big here in Australia, Government gives a $3'000 rebate on LPG installations, some people actually MAKE money off it and save 60% on fuel.
Prices here are approx $1.50 - $1.70 PER LITRE!!!
LPG is approx. 60 cents per litre.

If I drive like an idiot, I get 550km, drive nicely, I get 650km out of a 55 litre tank of 98octane. Not many V6s that can deliver that, not that I know of anyway, and I sure as hell could'nt ever go back to 4 cylinders.
Old 07-07-2008 | 05:58 AM
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Originally Posted by The Don'
No because I just cant stand a 4 cylinder. I hate the performance of them. Only thing I would get thats more effecient than my max is a Yamaha R6
Have u ever driven a

Turbo 4cyl?
4cyl w/DOHC VTEC?

To me both are more fun than the VQ and can get much much much better gas mileage. A 90-97 Accord w/an H22 will run neck and neck w/a 4th gen Max in the 1/4, but gets about 25% better gas mileage city & highway.

As soon as I get this axle/wheel bearing issue sorted out I am putting the Max up F/S... it is getting too crazy.
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