Should I upgrade: 98 SE to 01 SE
11-29-2001, 05:38 PM
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Should I upgrade: 98 SE to 01 SE
I have the opportunity to buy a new left-over 2001 SE from the same dealer that I bought my 98 SE 4 years ago. The 2001 SE has the same options as my 98 (security & convenience package as the only major option) but has the standard ABS that I'd really like. The extra HP is nice as well, but my 98 is running superbly right now. My 98 has 66K miles on it and has been garaged every day since new and I've done the following major mods to it:
Cattman Gen2 Stainless Y
Stillen hi-flow intake
H&R/Tokico
Courtesy FSTB&RSTB
I can get the 01 SE for 800 UNDER invoice and they tell me that they'll give me a sweet deal on my trade since I bought it there and they really want to get rid of the 01 SE.
What do you think? I use the car for commuting back & forth to work and I don't race anyone anymore (I'm getting old!).
Cattman Gen2 Stainless Y
Stillen hi-flow intake
H&R/Tokico
Courtesy FSTB&RSTB
I can get the 01 SE for 800 UNDER invoice and they tell me that they'll give me a sweet deal on my trade since I bought it there and they really want to get rid of the 01 SE.
What do you think? I use the car for commuting back & forth to work and I don't race anyone anymore (I'm getting old!).
11-29-2001, 05:49 PM
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Originally posted by Lordrandall
....now if they weren't so ugly....
....now if they weren't so ugly....
Please sir, keep your '98. Especially if it's superblack. Those 00+ taillights are just don't tickle my fancy too much.
You know your '98 is nice, and with a mere 66K it will last you forever. (the way you say your treaten it) And with those mods, forget about a 2k.
Keep your 4th generation.
11-29-2001, 05:57 PM
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Good points!
I normally wouldn't think of going to the 01 unless it was a complete steal of a deal. The dealer quoted my 800 OVER invoice on the 2K2 and I'd also miss out on the $500 rebate from Nissan on the 01 for a grand total difference of $1300 off the bottom line.
11-29-2001, 06:48 PM
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Re: Re: Re: Re: Keep you '98
Originally posted by SprintMax
yup about .1 secs faster .. BIG AMOUNT AROUND HERE
yup about .1 secs faster .. BIG AMOUNT AROUND HERE
BTW, I suggest you get some diamond clear corners as your next mod!
11-29-2001, 06:54 PM
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Re: Re: huh
Originally posted by Victim64
hmmm you know, the ****er or ****ter?? Just isn't as vulgar calling it the head... lol Maybe I should just say the little boys room??
hmmm you know, the ****er or ****ter?? Just isn't as vulgar calling it the head... lol Maybe I should just say the little boys room??
I've never heard of anyone calling it "the head"At first i thought you were talking about you were getting head
11-29-2001, 06:57 PM
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Re: Re: Re: huh
Originally posted by Craig Mack
Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhh.....taking a crap...losing .1....... I've never heard of anyone calling it "the head"
At first i thought you were talking about you were getting head
Ohhhhhhhhhhhhhh.....taking a crap...losing .1....... I've never heard of anyone calling it "the head"
At first i thought you were talking about you were getting head
LMAO
You know, depending on the ounce loss that could work too??? LOL 
11-29-2001, 08:23 PM
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Re: Good points!
Originally posted by ItchyRichy
I normally wouldn't think of going to the 01 unless it was a complete steal of a deal. The dealer quoted my 800 OVER invoice on the 2K2 and I'd also miss out on the $500 rebate from Nissan on the 01 for a grand total difference of $1300 off the bottom line.
I normally wouldn't think of going to the 01 unless it was a complete steal of a deal. The dealer quoted my 800 OVER invoice on the 2K2 and I'd also miss out on the $500 rebate from Nissan on the 01 for a grand total difference of $1300 off the bottom line.
11-29-2001, 08:52 PM
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Re: Re: Good points!
Originally posted by emax95
Don't forget about resale value, you will get a few more grand for a 02 then you would a 01 in 4 or 5 years. I personaly would not bother changing from a 98-01, I say go for a nice new 02 or keep your 98.
Don't forget about resale value, you will get a few more grand for a 02 then you would a 01 in 4 or 5 years. I personaly would not bother changing from a 98-01, I say go for a nice new 02 or keep your 98.
Oh, by the way, I know several dealers and I about 90% of the time you are going to get SCREWED on your trade in!!! lol And they will make you think you are getting a good deal LOL
Good Luck to you
11-30-2001, 06:25 AM
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Originally posted by MaximaRider
You've already invested your time in money into the 98, keep it, it sounds awesome and you only have 66k.
You've already invested your time in money into the 98, keep it, it sounds awesome and you only have 66k.
besides that dealer isn't even giving you the best deal, when pushed against the wall most nissan dealers WILL sell the 02 Max at invoice price... Seems like Joe Q Public still doesn't know much about our cars hehehe.
11-30-2001, 11:43 AM
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Based on what i have read in mags and having driven both 4th (auto) and 5th(5-spd and auto) maxes you should take into account the subtle changes in the suspension and chassis. I find that the suspension and chassis upgrades for the 5th gen creates a better handling feel. Remember that springs and shocks aren't the only part of the suspension.
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