Have an 02 Maxima SE 6spd. 217K on it LOVE it but starting to run into more issues...

Want to buy another one or an altima. Any suggetions on what is the best used year to buy. I put on the miles...

 

I would check out wards automotive and Edmunds for best reviews. Try to steer clear of First years of new models they tend to have little quirks that they haven't had time to work out 05 and 06 Altimas are good years if you can find 3.5 se 6 speed lots of fun to drive especially if you can find the R models. 05 maximas are good and reliable. I also have a 2002 6 speed I just bought and already ive had to replace all the coils and valve cover gaskets now the car pops the p0011 code for intake valve timing control solenoid. and I just replaced the catalyst converters. good thing I got the car cheap. KBB or nada will also be a good place to check for long term reviews. I hope this info helps. HAPPY HUNTING Good Luck. If you can when shopping for a new ride take obdII reader with you. see if there is any codes before you buy it or stop at an autozone , advance or oreillys for a free scan.

 

What do you mean issues? Are you just unwilling to repair and maintain your car? Severe rust or a wreck would be the only reason I'd give up.

 

2008 Nissan Altima 3.5SE 6 speed model

 

what about the 2005 Nissan Altima SE-R with 6spd, very rare and very nice one.

 

Your budget and requirements would help us suggest a car that fits.

 

How well a car has been taken care of is often more important than a particular Maxima generations reputation. The best generation could be a lemon if neglected while an iffy generation could be a good buy if very well maintained.

 

I agree however from my experience with the 6th Gen (not 6.5) please be very cautious if you choose an 04-06 because they are known for those transmission slips. It's terrible.

 

And there's your answer.

 

go for an 00 - 01 without a sh!tton of rust.

all the 02 - 03s being sold nowadays are usually extreme oil burners

6th gens are usually lemons

4th gens are getting way too old. rare to find a mint one these days

 

Interesting logic being that there is only 1 model year separating a 4th and 5th gen.

 

(Obligatory blanket statement about each generation which will not help the OP make a decision at all)

This is a silly thread.

 

my neighbor has the 05 and it is the best in my opinion of the older ones i have a 95 i love my car but it has too many problems now lol