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Used 2005 Nissan Altima

2005 Nissan Altima
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$3,999 - $6,495
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Pros

  • Sports car power in a midsize sedan body, excellent handling, roomy and comfortable interior, high level of features, distinctive styling.

Cons

  • Considerable road noise, overboosted steering, no stability control, ABS still an extra-cost option.

Used 2005 Nissan Altima for Sale

Nissan Altima 2005 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
68,614 miles
Used 2005
Nissan Altima
2.5 S
1st Choice Auto Sales
16 mi away
List$5,994
Est.Loan: $123/mo
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Dealer Notes
*** WE ARE *** 1ST CHOICE AUTO SALES *** OPEN 10:00AM TO 7:30PM, LOCATED IN FAIRFAX CITY (On Route 50, Between Town and Country Animal Hospital and The Cash Store) at 9772 LEE HWY.(aka. FAIRFAX BLVD/ROUTE 50) FAIRFAX VA, 22031. METRO/AIRPORT PICK-UP. *** VIEW MORE PICTURES AT *** www.1stchoiceautosales.co *** 703-273-9310 ***
Nissan Altima 2005
97,084 miles
Used 2005
Nissan Altima
2.5 S
(1)
Auto Wholesalers of Rockville, Inc. MVA Office
20.1 mi away
List$3,999
Est.Loan: $82/mo
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Nissan Altima 2005
61,734 miles
Used 2005
Nissan Altima
2.5 S
Aero Motors
56.8 mi away
List$6,495
Est.Loan: $133/mo
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Nissan Altima 2005 2.5 S 4dr Sedan w/SL Package (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
150,353 miles
Used 2005
Nissan Altima
2.5 S
(2)
Jones Junction Used Cars
67.6 mi away
List$5,995
Est.Loan: $123/mo
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Dealer Notes
2005 Nissan Altima Black 4D Sedan FWD 4-Speed Automatic with Overdrive 29/23 Highway/City MPG Clean CARFAX. 23/29mpg Jones Junction is proud to announce that 2018 marks their 101st consecutive year as a family-run automotive business serving the Harford County and surrounding Maryland, Pennsylvania and Delaware communities. The Jones family believes their success lies in focU dedication to hard work and integrity. Their goal is not simply to sell a car; it is to create a lifelong partnership with their customers. All prices plus Taxes, Tags, and $300 Dealer Processing fee, not required by law, Feel free to visit us at WWW.JONESJUNCTION.COM, or come by today at 1713 Harford Rd Fallston, MD. 21047.
Nissan Altima 2005 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
256,434 miles
Used 2005
Nissan Altima
3.5 SL
Keiths Auto Sales
83.9 mi away
List$5,995
Est.Loan: $123/mo
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Nissan Altima 2005 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
202,698 miles
Used 2005
Nissan Altima
2.5 S
Nationwide Nissan
54 mi away
ListNot Listed
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Nissan Altima 2005 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
198,907 miles
Used 2005
Nissan Altima
2.5 S
Jones Junction Hyundai
67.6 mi away
ListNot Listed
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Nissan Altima 2005 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
125,092 miles
Used 2005
Nissan Altima
2.5 S
(2)
Jones Junction Used Cars
67.6 mi away
ListNot Listed
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Dealer Notes
2005 Nissan Altima Gold 4D Sedan FWD 4-Speed Automatic with Overdrive 29/23 Highway/City MPG CARFAX One-Owner. 23/29mpg Jones Junction is proud to announce that 2018 marks their 101st consecutive year as a family-run automotive business serving the Harford County and surrounding Maryland, Pennsylvania and Delaware communities. The Jones family believes their success lies in focU dedication to hard work and integrity. Their goal is not simply to sell a car; it is to create a lifelong partnership with their customers. All prices plus Taxes, Tags, and $300 Dealer Processing fee, not required by law, Feel free to visit us at WWW.JONESJUNCTION.COM, or come by today at 1713 Harford Rd Fallston, MD. 21047.

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Edmunds' Expert Review

Once a frumpy wallflower, the Altima is now a midsize sedan to be desired, especially when equipped with the 250-horsepower V6.

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492 reviews
Few issues but overall solid
Scott Swindells, 8/9/2015
Purchased this as my first new car out of college in July 2005. It's had a few minor issues but overall has been a solid vehicle. I only expected to keep it for 5 years, but now i'm planning to drive it until it's dead. It had 2 issues brand new from the factory, both warranty repairs, but both left lasting impressions on me. First, one of the rear tail lights wasn't plugged in. Didn't know for a couple months until leaving a bar one night a coworker called me in a panic and said you better get off the road you have a bad tail light! Took it to the dealer and they were like wow it wasn't plugged in all the way and some pins were vent. The other issue was also terrifying. If i was making a right turn with my blinker on, as i'd exit the turn the blinker would click off, and so would my head lights. Took a bit of jiggling to get it to come back on. Other than oil changes at ~6000 mile intervals I've only had minor repairs: 1. Crankshaft position sensor (as did everyone else with this car) at 60k 2. Serpentine belt at 90k 3. DIY Brakes and rotors at 90k (needed rotots at 50k though) 4. Front end inner tie rod at 150k 5. Front struts at 150k (needed them since 100k though) The car has really good interior quality. Nothing feels cheap. Leather is nice. Fabrics are nice. Bose is nice. Nothing is falling apart even at 10 years old. Good performance for a 4-cyl. Good gas mileage for a car of the era. The biggest negative about the car is road noise, both bumps and wind. After a highway trip i feel deaf.
200k and going strong
MishaBella, 10/1/2015
I bought this car used and have had it for the last 6 years. I haven't been the best with maintenance on the car, and I think that's important to note. I regularly went 7-10k miles before an oil change. The car has over 200k miles and has had very few issues. Engine mounts have been replaced, ignition coil, rotors and wheel bearings... The only irritation I've had is with the headlights. They have been replaced more than I would have expected and they get very cloudy. Otherwise this car is Ah maze ing! Amazing... My son and I took a road trip from Cali to Arizona and back (where it turned over 200k) and the car was completely reliable. We were comfortable and had fun driving fast and without caution to the age and mileage. The head unit and rear speakers were upgraded for current technology. My son is excited to have this car as a sophomore in college when I get a new one. We also own an Xterra... Oh should note the interior space is better than most midsize suv. Our family is much more comfy in the Altima then some suv's we've rented, way more space then the Xterra.
The pain of loving a nightmare
Sarah Elizabeth, 3/5/2015
I've had my nissan for 8 yrs and she ran smooth when all was proper but I was one of the unfortunate owners that ran into a bad catalytic converter. Common with this car 02-06. Started with a simple overheating issue. Once the water pump, radiator fans, and thermostat were all replaced it no longer overheated codes read bad crank/cam pos sensor, fuel ratio issue 0420. replaced the sensors, soon followed by a head gasket fix and new valve cover gaskets, played nice for a few months then started misfiring bad again out of nowhere because soon to be diagnosed bad catalytic converter. engine hasn't seized so time to take it apart again and see if it's worth fixing. Total Nightmare. Update: sold the car, never fixed the cat or redid the head gasket, really not worth the trouble if you ask me. I bought a Honda Accord for less than the cost if those repairs, and honestly the cost maitnance on that car in comparison is truly a relief.
Best car I have ever owned.
sheer, 3/1/2014
It really is the best car I have ever owned! I basically just drive it. I bought from a friend six years ago with 50,000 miles. Now I have 276,000 miles on it and all I have done is basic maintenance, struts, and one sensor. It never breaks down. The motor still runs smooth. It's still peppy, though I don't push it like I did when I first bought it. I expect to see well over 300K miles out of this one.
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Features & Specs

MPG
21 city / 27 hwy
Seats 5
4-speed automatic
Gas
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
MPG
18 city / 28 hwy
Seats 5
5-speed shiftable automatic
Gas
250 hp @ 5800 rpm
MPG
18 city / 28 hwy
Seats 5
5-speed shiftable automatic
Gas
250 hp @ 5800 rpm
MPG
21 city / 27 hwy
Seats 5
4-speed automatic
Gas
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
    OverallNot Rated
    Driver5 / 5
    Passenger5 / 5
  • Side Crash Rating
    OverallNot Rated
  • Side Barrier Rating
    OverallNot Rated
    Driver3 / 5
    Passenger3 / 5
  • Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
    Front SeatNot Rated
    Back SeatNot Rated
  • Rollover
    Rollover4 / 5
    Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
    Risk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
  • Side Impact Test
    Poor
  • Roof Strength Test
    Not Tested
  • Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
    Acceptable
  • IIHS Small Overlap Front Test
    Not Tested
  • Moderate Overlap Front Test
    Good
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Used 2005 Nissan Altima Overview

The Used 2005 Nissan Altima is offered in the following submodels: . Available styles include 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A), 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A), 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A), 2.5 S 4dr Sedan w/SL Package (2.5L 4cyl 4A), 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M), 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5M), 3.5 SE-R 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6M), 3.5 SE-R 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A), and 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M).

What's a good price on a Used 2005 Nissan Altima?

Save up to $165 on one of 5 Used 2005 Nissan Altima for sale at dealerships within 25 miles of Ashburn, VA with prices as low as $3,999 as of08/16/2018, based on data from dealers and consumer-driven dealer ratings ranging from1 to 1.5 out of 5 stars.

Price comparisons for Used 2005 Nissan Altima trim styles:

  • The Used 2005 Nissan Altima 2.5 S is priced between $3,999 and$6,495 with odometer readings between 61734 and150353 miles.
  • The Used 2005 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL is priced between $5,995 and$5,995 with odometer readings between 256434 and256434 miles.

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