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it's ok in a pinch
julie b, 10/10/2002
1996 Nissan Altima GXE 4dr Sedan
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I have enjoyed owning the altima overall, but there have been problems. I have owned it for 3 years, bought it used, and have spent $$ on some big repairs: among others, The brakes have never stopped squeaking despite attempts to fix, the trunk leaks, there was an idle problem- it would cut out at intersections, and the biggest drag is that the 4 cyl. engine is WAY too weak for urban traffic.
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Ramoman, 09/15/2003
1996 Nissan Altima GXE 4dr Sedan
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I bought this car brand-new at the end of 1995 and have managed to put on around 133,000 miles on it since then. I love the interior and high quality of materials that Nissan has used. I also love the engine. It can out-accelerate most other vehicles in its class. What I don't like is the costs for maintaining the vehicle. Twice, I've had to replace the O2 Sensor. That cost me somewhere around $350 each time. Also, I'm now having to replace the clutch because it makes really loud noises. This is going to set me back approximately $800 since the kit replaces the clutch and the AC compressors.
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jhumbug, 10/08/2003
1996 Nissan Altima GXE 4dr Sedan
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Purchased this car used in 1999 with 55,000 miles. Now have 138,000 miles on it. Have been waiting patiently for it to fall apart so I can justify getting a new car, but the blasted thing just keeps going, and going, and going. No major repairs in the four years I've had the car. It runs just as well as the day I bought it.
GREAT CAR
ljljkjjdlksfjalkf, 02/23/2003
1996 Nissan Altima XE 4dr Sedan
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this car is very fun to drive, its the best car ive ever owned. great on gas good acceleration. alot of power at 110mph. very reliable
Very good car
mkarias, 08/25/2002
1996 Nissan Altima GXE 4dr Sedan
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I bought this car used and have had it for 2 years. I did have a couple of problems at first: check engine light and air bag light. The check engine light came on twice and it was the oxygen sensor. Faulty and needed replacement. The air bag light has come on 4 times. The last being about 10 months ago. The airbag module was replaced twice. I was fortunate that the dealer covered these problems. Other than that, it runs great and have had no problems. Love it!!