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3 out of 5 stars

ok car

john, 04/22/2009
2003 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
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i got this car for my wife for Christmas 2003 car did us right for aprox 3 years brought back to dealer for 3 recalls dealer insisted we need a service when dropping off the car we were not getting suckered for those ridiculous prices we maintain this car like a baby oil change every 3k all the time. after getting car back from dealer for recalls we had numerous problems sevice light would always go on car ran very rough when idling had to get it towed back to dealer 2 months later this went on for a year and a half costing $300 each time sensor sensor sensor every dam sensor seamed to be changed now running ok but the gas mileage stinks 18-22 mpg my wife loves her car i don't too big for 4c

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4.13 out of 5 stars

GREAT CAR CHEAP QUALITY

MRAYYASHI, 12/30/2002
2003 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
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ITS A BIG GREAT PERFORMANCE CAR, BUT THE MATERIAL USED IN THIS CAR LIKE THE SEATS CLOTH AND THE INTERIOR ARE VERY VERY VERY CHEAP AND BREAKABLE AFTER A PERIOUD OF TIME.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Patience is a virtue

a25ret, 10/16/2002
2003 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
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I looked for two months for the right car. I narrowed it down to the Altima 2.5S, Camry LE and the Sonata LE (fully loaded).Each car has advantages.I finally made the decision to buy the Altima and I am extemely happy. I got it for a few hundred under invoice. The Camry was to plain and I just could not flush my money on the Hyundai. The Altima is large, powerful, roomy, plenty of power features, and lots of storage space. The 175hp 4cyl is responsive and the gas mileage is good. I have never been happier with a new car purchase. The color is polished pewter. I highly recommend the Nissan Altime for looks, power and quality.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

NO BUYERS REMORSE HERE!!

Arizona, 01/06/2003
2003 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
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I searched for a year, to find a car I could love for 5 years or more. The Altima 2.5S was that car. I looked for a 2002(checking for a deal), and couldn't find one, cheaper than a 2003. Whoever, says they are not holding there own on re-sale, try looking in Arizona. They are hanging in there with the Honda's and Toyota's. Which there body styles are in no comparison to the Altima's. I got my Altima - I absolutely love it. It drives like a dream. The interior is a little "plasticy" but what do you except for a car in that price range. Honda wasn't any better.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

The Family Sports Car

ABear, 01/07/2003
2003 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
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Just bought this car this week, but was very impressed with the exterior styling, engine, interior layout, and competitive price. Steering and handling is exceptional, and up to this point, haven't found any shortcomings with the vehicle anywhere. Nissan's financing program on the Altima is exceptional at the present time. Hope reliability is as good as my 1983 Datsun Pickup (I still drive and use) that has over 300,000 miles on it. So far, a Great Car.

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