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Good vehicle
Ken, 10/28/2008
1999 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I purchased my truck new in 1999. I only have about 65,000 miles on it. I have not had a single problem with it in all these years. The air conditioner is just as cold today as it was the day I drove it off the lot. The car has not been back to the dealership since I bought it. I do change the oil/filter about every 5,000 miles. It still runs like a sewing machine. Gas mileage is about 19 in town and 24 on the highway (65 mph). Did have to replace factory radio.
Why no interment wipers?
bob, 05/15/2016
updated 11/15/2018
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
16 of 18 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck from a Nissan Service Tech. with 35,000 miles on it. Little did I know that he had put some Firestone recalled tires on it and I had a blowout at 60,00 miles. Tread was at 60%. Then clutch started acting up. I did the job myself after Nissan quoted $2200. When I dropped the tranny about 2 quarts of water poured out. Some genius on the assembly line completely sealed the bell housing. All the clutch components were rusted. Don't buy from Nissan, buy from Phoenix Friction. Replaced the flywheel, rear main seal, clutch etc. If you have a Nissan manual tranny crawl under with a 1/4 drill bit and poke a hole in the 6:00 position in the bell housing. It should be clear. Other than that, the truck is by far the best 4 wheel drive vehicle I have driven. I go where others fear to go. Great hunting and off road vehicle. Yes, the 4 cyl is underpowered but I am not in a hurry going up hills. The engineer at Nissan who positioned the PCV valve (requires taking off most of the front engine components to change it) should be horsewhipped. Seems all the headliners during those years failed. I re-upholstered mine for about $50.00 plus added some middle supports which cured the sagging. I reduced the road noise by adding sound deadner in the doors and behind the headlines. 50% reduction in road noise.
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Nice quality truck
Hooker, 03/18/2006
1999 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
Bought this truck 5 years ago with 31,000 miles. I now have over 200,000 miles as I commute 200 a day to work and home. No major work preformed except for tires, oil changes, brakes and clutch (at 180,000 mile). Truck is comfortable for my daily trips. I average 30 miles per gallon on the highway with a standard tranny. Dependable truck!!
Takes a licking, keeps on ticking!
brownmanintexas, 01/30/2004
1999 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Truck purchased new in 2-99; traded in a buzzy bouncy crappy '98 regular cab Toyota Tacoma. What an upgrade! I love this truck. It has the 4 cylinder engine; as such acceleration is not comparable to gas guzzling V8's. BUT, go west of Kerr County where a 75 MPH speed limit is common. 85MPH in 5th with 24 MPG is no problem with this high revving 16 valve engine. Engine is exceptionally smooth and quiet at speed. Throw away the OEM Firestones and OEM shocks. Buy 4 Bridgestone AT Revos tires and Gabriel Max-Control shocks. Then, enjoy this inexpensive and extraordinary tough little truck. I do.
Great Truck
bryane, 04/08/2002
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought new 1n 11/98. 54,000 miles now. Not one single problem. Yes, I would have liked to have more power from the four, but it does OK. Truck rides better than my partners 98 Jeep Cherokee.Great in the snow and for hauling mulch, plants etc. I look forward to driving this truck for 10 years.
A great little truck
timv11, 05/27/2010
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've had this truck for just over 2 years now. Bought it with 76,000 miles on it. I think I should have bought the extended cab but I really like the truck otherwise. I have had 720 lbs. of hay in the back and it ran just fine. It is more than enough truck for going to the hardware store or the dump. I use it as my commuter, around 70 miles a day. I would highly recommend this type of truck to anyone.
Best truck you will evr find
shill83, 01/16/2006
1999 Nissan Frontier XE V6 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
There is no better truck in the world. This truck is running just as good as the day i bought it and shows no sign of wear. during the worst ice storm my area has ever seen last year the truck ran over every tree that blocked my way. after some drunk guy smashed into the side of it and hit the rear wheel dead on going 50mph the truck started right up and took me home. when i took it to be repaired, we found out the leaf springs had blown apart....and it still took me home. i love this truck and when this truck finally dies, if it ever does, i will buy another.
Exellent Truck!!
Cartier, 11/12/2008
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck with 40k miles. 145k now. The only problem so far was the muffler. I replace it and the truck keeps performing like new. I am a snowboard instructor. In winter I take this truck to the mountains and is just the perfect truck for it. I replaced the stereo for a nice eclipse deck new speakers and a sub. This truck is comfortable. I haul a 20ft boat and it does not have any problem. Plenty of torque!!
A Solid, Reliable Workhorse
Buster, 09/07/2009
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck new. It now has 112,00 miles on it. The clutch, rear brakes, exhaust system and radiator hoses are all original, and based on the local dealer service department, are not in need of replacement. I have the 4cyl engine with 5 speed manual and get a consistent 25mpg; best mileage was 28mpg. This truck has never let me down, and with regular recommended service intervals, will probably outlast me!
Great Pickup
alex_5626, 06/22/2005
1999 Nissan Frontier XE V6 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This truck runs great. No engine problems or design flaws. It would however be nice if it had four doors instead of two. Also the engine could use a little more guts, putting out 160 horsepower and 200 ft/lbs of torque. Other then that, great truck. It uses 90% of its horsepower at 1800 rpm and less, so passing on the highway can take time. This truck will make you happy.
300,000 Miles and Counting
jlundin, 04/05/2013
1998 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
This has been a daily commuter for many, many years and there has never been any major issues. I have replaced the clutch 2x and done the normal maintenance over the years. Never once has it failed me. It gets great gas mileage for a truck. Just recently I passed the 300,000 miles mark and it still made a 2,000 mile trip to Arizona and back. The only complaint I have is that it is a gutless 4 cylinder. I have to put the pedal to the floor when turning onto a street and it still takes it time to accelerate.
Great First Car
Ian Yates, 04/29/2017
1999 Nissan Frontier XE V6 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I was given this truck to drive as soon as I got my license, and so far it's been a fantastic first car. Since first buying it ten years ago, we've put roughly 78,000 miles, driving the odometer up to 150,000 or so as a daily driver. So far it's been fairly reliable, fun to drive, as well as a great car to learn stick in. Pros- Great interior ergonomics, decent power, great transmission, reliability, comfortable, rugged looks. Cons- Terrible gas mileage (I average 14 MPG or so), cramped backseat, poor acceleration Overall I would recommend this truck if you're looking for a well put-together compact pickup
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Nissan Frontier
Nayar, 06/21/2004
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought it new, now 80000 miles. Very reliable and reasonably comfortable for a truck. Handling not bad, winter driving excellent. I get about 21 miles to the gallon in mixed driving. Had trouble with the AC in the first year, got it fixed under warranty. One of the front wheel locking hubs has become hard to turn, but still works. Hope to keep it at least for another five years. It has the largest truck bed of any pick up - can haul a lot of stuff. Mine is four cylinder, five speed - not much power, but enough for most jobs.
Cheap to Keep
Steve McGill, 06/15/2003
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my Nissan Frontier new in 1998. It now has 136,000 miles and has been very reliable. The fuel gauge became erratic and was replaced under warranty. The plastic tailgate handle broke and was replaced for $35.00. Water pump replaced at 68,000. Gas mileage averages 25 mpg. (mainly highway miles) The engine is adequate for light hauling. Dealer service has been excellent. Great truck!
1998 Nissan Frontier King Cab SE
rainh2o, 06/26/2002
1998 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Pros: Handsome looks. Famously reliable 4 cylinder engine. Nice ride for a truck, especially with good replacement tires. Cons: The automatic is low on horsepower and towing capacity. The fuel mileage is unimpressive. OEM tires create excessive road noise. Lots of irritating rattles at 40,000 miles.
great smaller truck
bronco_fan, 03/22/2002
1999 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
If you are looking for an inexpensive pickup that's great on gas too, then the Nissan is the way to go. The bed is bigger/deeper than any other small truck. I bought the std cab because I didnt want to spend more than necessary, though the extra cab would be nice to have. I have owned this trk for a few months and enjoy it. Wife thinks the steering wheel has too much play, but I dont notice it. Rides rough like a truck, and on windy days I get thrown around the freeway because it's not heavy enough to hold its own. That's what I expected though, so I'm not upset.
142000 miles what to look for
wfcoalrun, 03/10/2008
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck new. No problems until about 130000 mi. Tachometer works when it wants now. Timing chain guides wore out @130K, bent all the intake valves, fixed myself. Still a daily driver to work, has 144K on it now. Cannot get it to quit coding P1706 (park nuetral position switch on 5-speed manual). Dealer says to replace wiring harness, might solve problem. Truck has been good, so I bought a 2007 and drive '98 to work daily.
Frontier Review
stratamite, 04/26/2002
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I like this Truck alot. It is not the smoothest ride out there, but it does alright. Gas milage bites! A little over 200 miles on a 13 Gal. tank. It is very reliable and starts well in cold weather. It loves the winter driving! I'd recomend the Fontier.
Half the cost of aTacoma
bamagreg, 12/28/2008
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I moved to the country two years ago and had to have a small truck to drive on the 3 mile gravel road I live on and this is what I bought. I bought it at 100k mile and now it has 140k with no problems. I get 28 mpg going back and forth to work. What a great truck. I'm glad I saved money when I looked at the Toyota Tacoma.
Everything I needed!
Tortuga, 06/23/2009
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought my Frontier in 2004 when I was 18. Been driving it almost daily ever since. I've done trips of well over 400 miles as well as put it through some rigorous Off-Road and Mud trails. The truck has gone everywhere I've pointed it. Ran into a few trees and rocks while wheeling, body damage was fixed with a little hammer work. I was rear ended in it, with barely a dent to the rear bumper (the plastic step came loose.) The little toyota pickup that hit me, was destroyed. Power is perfectly fine, It's a pickup not a race car. I'm running 31 in. tires (compared to the stock size of about 17 in.) and it runs perfectly fine, with no life required. In all, great truck!
Still love the truck, some severe rust issues.
Frank, 10/08/2020
updated 04/14/2025
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I'm from Canada and I'm having problems finding parts for this truck. There is non available in Canada and I've searched. Had to get parts out of the USA.
Not Happy w/my nissan 98 frontier
T.K, 05/30/2006
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Had mechanical difficulties w/ this truck since I bought it, not reliable. Bought with 30,000 miles in 2002. Fix oil leak of engine and axle (under warranty), the windshield wiper motor went out during a thunderstorm in the middle of nowhere and I had no windshield wiper use, clutch motor fixed twice w/in 6mos. clutch going out and expensive to fix due to location of clutch. Problem after problem w/ this truck.
My First Nissan
TaTa, 04/13/2002
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought this truck because I needed inexpensive 4wd and the ability to pack a couple of kids in the back when necessary. Have had numerous other Japanese vehicles over the years and always was impressed with there quality,reliability,and driving satisfaction. Have to say that the Nissan is a step below the others. I also had the radio light go out (a common problem), I've had driveability problems in damp weather,a 4wd hub issue twice,a/c not very good,squeaks and rattles,not very comfortable,poor mileage even with the 5speed. On the plus side, paint is good ,never stranded me,for what I paid its probably been a decent vehicle. Would I buy another? Probably not unless the price was a steal.
Great truck
Bob Cleary, 07/01/2009
1999 Nissan Frontier XE V6 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
4 of 10 people found this review helpful
I purchased this truck for over-the- road traveling. It has been a terrific truck for me. I have used it for some limited hauling. I am not a small guy. It is very comfortable for me. I would have liked 4 doors, and the cruise control "on" button is in a strange place. That is the only thing that has been an issue for me. The comfort, reliability, and the build of this truck is second to none. The styling is far superior to any of the competition. My truck looks more beefy, with more design, while the others look more boxy and cheap. I would recommend this truck to anyone. Who ever gets this truck next, even with 150000 miles will get a very nice looking truck, and one that is mechanically so
Good used vehicle
syclone, 04/16/2007
1999 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
No problems so far except for an automatic transmission overdrive switch.
BAD BAD BAD
me_shell, 01/09/2004
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my frontier used in 1999. I am currently at 104000 miles. It has been one problem after the next with this truck. From all the wires behind the radio "mysteriously" melting, to the brakes, to replacing the clutch twice, to tail gate latch breaking, to the muffler, to the radiator, and the list goes on and on and on. I'm finally trading it in tommorrow. YIPPIE! I should have done it earlier, but I just kept thinking that this problem will be the last, until all of a sudden more money than I'd like to mention has been poured into it. However, it should be noted that I likely got a lemon.
Impulsive purchase
Catie, 01/02/2003
1999 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased day after I totalled my Sentra, I wanted capability to carry furniture & big boxes & sit higher up off the ground (my 97 sentra was so low). Big differences between the two vehicles are gas mileage & interior space, obviously, but I thought I'd have another 2 or 3 mpg rather than the 25 or 26 hwy. A good truck for city driving; not real comfortable for long trips, and I can only carry one other person which is a bummer. Makes an occasional noise like a lid is rattling under the hood, maybe heating manifold cover. Hoping nothing but good things from Nissan. Bought used at 44k miles. Nice, smooth shifting & handling at high rpm.
Vehicle problems
William228, 10/15/2020
1999 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Ever since I bought this truck I've had to replace the throttle body, power steering hoses, o2 sensors struts ball joints the whole brake assembly sway bar links. And it seems the more I replace on my truck the more things end up breaking
Just right
Raul, 12/27/2004
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my Nissan Frontier brand new in 1998 and it is still going. I am consistenly getting 20 miles per gallon in city driving. the truck has decent accelaration and gives power when needed. I live in Texas and the AC is still cold. I am never dissappointed. Six years of ownership and I have never experienced any stalling.
Mountain Buggy
Bill Gibbs, 07/16/2010
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought and sent this pickup to Honduras where I regularly put over 2000 lbs. of chicken manure in it. I once had 18 workers in the back and went up a mountain in 4low. This truck is a beast and can handle as much payload as my F150. Mileage is fair, power is adequate and the truck is unstoppable on the worst mountain roads imaginable. Don't complain about power, learn how to drive a standard transmission. Quality is as good as Tacoma for much less $$$.
Great Truck On And Off Road,
Chad05, 07/24/2005
1999 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have owned this truck for about three months and it is already the best truck I have ever had. Before this I have owned Fords and Chevys and both of them were in the shop after only about a month of ownership. The Frontier I can trust to start for me everytime and not leave me stranded. I have the off road package and it has the rear limited slip. With this feature this truck does great off road.
my friend the nissan
jjracer, 10/19/2003
1999 Nissan Frontier XE V6 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
i have driven this "super" truck over 150,000 miles. i have had no,no no! problems at all!!! i will buy a new one in o4.
Nissan "Little WorkHorse"
Henry, 02/15/2009
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle in 1998, have had it since. Best vehicle I have ever owned I can count the repairs with one hand. Repaired the ignition key once under warranty, air bag light has been on since 2007 still not repaired, replaced clutch 4/2008 only because I had the money to do it before it went out on me, found out later I still had a few more miles on it. 2009 replaced starter, A/C making humming noise but still works. One more thing replaced headliner. Best truck ever owned, I also own a Maxima. The Frontier beats the Maxima by a long shot on repairs.
Gets the job done
ks5guy, 03/11/2002
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased new in 98. Engine could make more power. Had a 93 240SX with the same base engine (different intake, computer, etc) and it made much more power. Air Conditionong compressor clutch seems to be on its way into the sunset. Plain styling. Interior is reasonably nice for a $14K truck. With a tonneau on the bed, get 29 MPG on the interstate at 75 mph. Like the 240, this truck does make good power once the engine is running in the top half of the tach.
Was dissapoiinted
nextride, 01/06/2012
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck in 2010 in the 4WD exteded cab thinking it would be reliable and i wanted decent gas milage for a truck. It had 140,000 miles on it and the gas milage was not as good as i hped it would be average about 19 mpg. I will say that the 4WD works very good in the snow. For a while it was fine then slowly small things started to fail on it. These were not the end of the world but they were annoying. Finally the transmission went out on me on a road trip at 155,000 miles. I do not know if it was due to a fluid leak or if it just happened. But the repair will be very expensive since they only made it for two years and it comes as a unit with the transfer case.
not too bad
brooks, 07/22/2004
1999 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Good little truck, outstanding offroad performance. Have no problem hanging with the lifted trucks. The truck feels solid in everything I do. Interior is a little dull but the ergos are outstanding and suspension sags a lot with a little load however that may be due to the off road package. The horsepower is down compared to the competition however the torque and short gearing make up for it. Pulls a load(engine wise) like a big truck. Not a good highway vehicle. I drove mine from PA to Alaska in just 5 days and didn't have any problems, and the seats provide great support, however the truck runs at very high rpm at highway speeds.
Great town truck
john r. page, 04/19/2017
1998 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
You will grow out of this truck, but it will take awhile.
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Basic Dependable Truck
jctiger, 10/17/2008
1998 Nissan Frontier 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This was my first vehicle. I bought it with 104,000 miles and drove it for 5 years. After 150,000 it was still kicking with no problems until someone hit it parked at a football game. I would buy this truck again any day. The only problem that I ever had with it was when the alternator went out after 130,000 miles.
Satisified Used Truck Owner
ahrivnak, 02/28/2003
1999 Nissan Frontier XE V6 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Nissan meet all of my expectations and exceeded most. Most of my praise goes to the comfort of the vehicle. The seats are Large enough for a person my size, but my ten year old son has no problem falling asleep in the passenger seet. The controls are easy to reach, understand, and use. If I had to make one complain, it would be about the power of the engine. I expected a bit more power from a V6. Still, there was plenty of power for most tasks. I also think the stlying is superior to any comparable truck (Toyota, Mazda, Chevy, Ford etc) and far superior than the current Nissan frontiers. You will enjoy!!
The Devil is in the Details
angelbane, 10/22/2009
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
First 40K in first 2 years. Has always gotten 12-14 Highway MPG. Not a fast machine. First problems at 98000 ... electrical system Alternator, distributor, entire ignition system, Exhaust Manifold cracked. Passenger compartment seals started shrinking and having issues after 2 years and are now all but gone but no biggie it is a truck after it is gonna be noisy. roof liner completely fell out ofter 6 years. It prefers dry weather. Nothing has stopped me on or off road ... when I have seen other vehicles stuck
MY WHEELS
LARRY M MILLER, 04/09/2002
1999 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
GOOD ALL ARROUND VEHICLE FOR MY NEEDS HYWAY/OFF ROAD USAGE
98 frontier
AllenP, 09/21/2003
1998 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought the truck new in '98, Nissan had some promotion going so I got it for 10,800. Great price considering the service I've gotten. Had one major problem at about 80,000 miles, had a leak in the a/c system that cost about $600 to fix. Other than that only minor problems, head light and apparently a lot of people have the radio light go out like I did. Little sluggish on take off. All told, a great buy, my second Nissan and would not think twice before buying another one.
Nice truck
RodneyK, 10/09/2003
1999 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Touchy Gas pedal, hard to control. Gear ratios very low, goes in 5th gear at 30mph no problem. High rpm at 70mph. Could use an overdrive. Otherwise very nice truck.
More cons then pros
p2cpu, 04/25/2002
1999 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This truck has been reliable in the sense that it has not broken down. But I have had many problems with the front end (loose torsion bar, sway bar end links breaking loose 3 times). Now my steering needs an alignment. I took it to Foothill Nissan to have my automatic transmission serviced and they overfilled it, causing it to leak all over the undercarriage. My driver side window has always rattled. The windows fog up easily (unlike other trucks I have had). Heat always comes out of the vent, even when you have it on cold. The front fenders dent easily. It is a really great looking truck, but I think they need to work on the quality.
Weak Clutch
vb, 07/15/2002
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
The clutch is weak if you plan to pull the rated 3500lbs. It will slip bad (with the peddel fully out)trying to pull a heavy boat out of the lake. Other than that it is a great truck, just too small of a bed for me.
My Datsun frontier King cab
Monster Man, 04/26/2015
1999 Nissan Frontier XE V6 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have a 1999 Datsun frontier King cab Iim putting a 3" body lift with 32" /11.50 /15 I love this truck because I could do anything to it . If any one wants to get a truck and put it together any frontier 2000 and under will Do .
Would I Buy It Again?
49er, 04/30/2003
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
My 1998 Frontier has been a very reliable truck considering that the nearest Nissan dealer is 87 miles away and that I have never had to tow it in! The Nissan pastic decal on the tailgate has refused to stay on after two trys at dealership gluing. I finally had them take it off and buff the paint under it (at my expense!). The radio light is starting to go on and off. I have yet to take it off- road, but it's nice to know the four- wheel is there, especially in Montana! Make sure that you have a person in the know wire yours for a trailer! I feel that I got my money's worth. Not real great gas mileage - but better than a V-8.
Fantastic Truck
John Lee, 06/14/2005
1998 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This truck has never let me down in the 6 years i have owned it. No mechanical problems and has been comfortable on long trips. The Nissan frontier is the best truck in its class and is fantastically reliable.
NISSAN'S TOUGH TRUCK
HARDHEAD, 06/18/2002
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
GREAT TRUCK FOR ALL KINDS OF USES!THIS TRUCK CAN HANDLE ANY KIND OF TRIP WITH MOUNTAINS OF FUN.
Reliable, no-frills truck
RingusMaximus, 12/06/2003
1998 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Good, reliable no-frills truck. My only complaint is the black paint has faded a bit and lost its shine. Other than that a good truck. I have actually used this as a truck, not a pimped-out ghetto cruizer. I've hauled heavy loads, towed a 1500+ pound wood-chipper with the bumper hitch, driven a ton of miles, and never any problems. Previously I had a new 1998 Dodge Dakota xtra cab 4x4, and that was the biggest lemon I've ever owned. In my opinion, you can't go wrong with any imported truck.