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2000 Nissan Frontier, 05/09/2010
2000 Nissan Frontier XE Desert Runner 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
22 of 24 people found this review helpful
Bought this truck used in 2001, it had 36,000 on it. Paid $10,500. It's been a great truck very reliable I currently have 165,000 miles on it and runs great. Fuel economy not so good 17-18 mpg. Tires last a long time with no alignment needed, just rotate and balance. I've used Amsoil Synthetics in it for years and change the oil every 15,000 miles. I use it as a service truck in my business and it's been a good work horse.
It's a great truck
bond007, 02/03/2010
2000 Nissan Frontier SE Desert Runner 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
It's a great little truck. I've done a little stuff done to it I put a kn filter in it , e3 spark plugs , and a flowmaster with a bigger pipe. It's a fun truck to drive around town and gets up to speed pretty good when you want it to. It's doing great for having 150,000 miles on it. Just a oil change and it's good to go.
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I call this truck HIDALGO
bud, 10/08/2016
2000 Nissan Frontier XE V6 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
purchased used ,1 owner, 2 years old. Wrecked and repaired in the rear, having 89k on the odometer. Drove through floods, jumped it's own length once, hit a deer a 50mph , climbs nervous hills like a goat. runs like it's new. never never nerver lets me down. A rocket on the road, a tractor on the farm, an atv in the woods. Just got him a new clutch and rust free bed. Now, at 218k of West Virginia living... he still won't give up.
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Does it all
dragon3, 04/04/2008
2000 Nissan Frontier SE Desert Runner 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I just put my 2000 desert runner to pulling a 3000 lb. trailer, I modified the rear suspension and put in a weight distribution hitch on the 'ol frontier (w/v6 engine) and it works just fine. Great little truck. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this truck (w/V6 engine).
Great bang for the buck
flatspin, 08/05/2003
2000 Nissan Frontier SE Desert Runner 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought my Nissan Frontier in August, 2002. I was initially looking to buy a Toyota Pre-runner, but as I researched several key areas (price, reliability, maintainance, performance, owner satisfaction) the Frontier Desert- Runner soon became the better value. I own 2 Toyotas, an FJ-40 Landcruiser and a SR-5 Pickup. Both are solid, reliable vehicles. But the Nissan is just as trustworthy at a lot less money. Also the Toyotas' developed rattles from the get-go, the Nissan remains quiet and composed.
Excellent import , beats any domestic!
Lear, 10/01/2009
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
As with any of the top-3 Japanese auto makers (Nissan/Toyota/Honda), this Nissan is an excellent quality vehicle. Designed and build with quality materials and engineering for many of use, not just the first 2-5 years, then ragg-out. Very reliable, excellent resale, great mileage. Can't beat it!
150,000 Miles with no major problems
Paul, 11/02/2009
2000 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This truck has served me well. The only problem I had was the carpet coming loose on the drivers side floor Nissan fixed that. The gas mileage isn't great...maybe 17.5 or so on average. I cared for this truck with regular maintenance and drove it gently...synthetic oil around 70,000 miles, kept good tires on it, and did not abuse it. No trouble with the 4wd yet...knock on wood. Use the 4wd at least a few times every year in the snow for 9 years now, and occasionally on back roads. I am keeping this truck.
It Works for Me
Tony T, 10/25/2005
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this truck 3 years old with 48,000 miles on it. It had been used for a long daily commute. It is now over 62,000 miles. Soon after buying it I had a leaf added to the weak rear springs, replaced the original shocks with good YKB units and installed BF Goodrich Traction T/A tires (the Firestones were worthless in the winter). What a difference. It now handles and corners great. I put synthetic gear lube in the trans- mission - made shifting smoother. Changing the oil filter is a pain. The stereo had been upgraded by the previous owner. Seat comfort is decent on long trips.
Not bad for a small pickup
Gilitar, 04/26/2004
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my Frontier new back in September of 1999. This truck has not let me down once! The truck's strong point seems to be reliability while it's weak points seem to be lack of power, and a very harsh ride. If you are going to be doing lots of highway driving then I would recommend looking elsewhere. Overall this is a solid yet very basic vehicle.
Great Truck
DESRNNR, 03/13/2008
2000 Nissan Frontier XE Desert Runner 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought from private seller in Venice Beach Ca. Only had 58,000 miles on it, was in great shape. Had to replace right exhaust manifold ($400). And 1st gear synchro fragmented ($1700). And cat manifolds rattle. Going to remove those. Put BFG All-Terrain T/A KO tires, and american racing outlaw II rims. Other than a few minor problems it has been my fav truck so far.
Super Reliable Small Truck
Mark, 08/14/2009
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have 210,000 miles on it. I changed the brakes and clutch at 180,000 - that's it. The A/C failed at 190,000. The A/C compressor works, but I couldn't find the leak, so I decided not to repair it. I've never had any vehicle run this well.
Excellent reliability in a 4 cyl
tanka1, 09/09/2009
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this 4 cyl Frontier in 2000 new. In 117000 miles have only replaced battery, brake pads, one idler pulley, wiper blades and recently shocks to improve ride. Paint is still very good and interior like new. All buttons and handles still work. A/c still good. With addition of K&N air filter and platinum plugs, now get 25 MPG year round average(data calculated, not guess). First set of tires made 72000 miles. Second set already at 45000. For its size and purpose, you cannot beat this truck. I plan to keep another nine years. Not so much plastic on this model outside like later versions. Good reliable truck.
Lots of Bang for the Buck
slayrdave, 10/16/2002
2000 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
A very sexy truck with matching fiberglass cap.Only two problems:A electrical short behind the dash disabled the power windows when the cruise control was used.Always occured with the windows down.Two visits to the dealer before it was corrected.Truck body has the SHAKES,Dealer balanced and re balanced tires,installed new Driveshaft prop.Concluded I had a tire out of round,suggested that I buy new tires.Dealer needs to work on Customer Service.I think it's stupid to make an appointment for an oil change.I would like to add that Ford,Chevy,and Toyota couldn't match my Frontier in price!! Value will sale trucks.
Can't complain
MarkD, 07/12/2003
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought the truck new in Oct 99 and haven't had a single problem. Other than oil changes, a new battery and 2 new tires the truck has performed flawlessly.
The best vehicle I have ever owned.
CarAttorney, 08/19/2003
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have been driving vehicles for about 25 years now, road test many new ones though the years at the dealer and owned many--this Frontier truck is the best I have driven or owned. I got it new and put on about 65K so far-- flawless--maintenance only so far. Fun to drive, easy to handle, looks nice, lots of utility and easy on the wallet. I have been looking to get another vehicle for a year or so, just because I get board and want something new, but you cannot find a better handling vehicle of any manufacturer at any price below 35K. I have driven the Toyotas, Hondas, Dodges, Fords and none compare. Just an incredible great truck.
Nissan Frontier Great Pick-UP Truck
onezik, 12/11/2003
2000 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This truck is great in ice or snow if you know how to drive it. Not great on gas but looks great and extremely reliable. It is not a fast truck but will not let you down and looks great. I Love My Frontier
2000 Nissan Frontier Ext. Cab XE
ccsunset, 01/03/2004
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought the truck new in April 2000. Current mileage is 51200. The transmission is automatic. The shift from 3rd to 4th seemed unusual, I took it in for warranty, but found this is just vehicle trait. Except for that, I have had no warranty claims with Nissan. All maintenance has been routine so far. Exception has been the out of factory Firestone tires, which seem to have a short life. I replaced the battery last month. I plan on keeping it as my PAID FOR vehicle and get a 2nd vehicle.
Great Truck
ktg77, 05/08/2004
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my truck new in 1999. In that time it has dealt with a 200+ mile a day commute, countless moves, and general rough driving. I am extremely hard on vehicles and I have never had a problem with this truck. It's a great truck!
Nice truck from Nissan
Peterd1987, 03/20/2008
2000 Nissan Frontier XE Desert Runner 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Switched from a 21 year old Nissan Hardbody D21 to a 2000 Frontier Desert Runner. Bought with 60,000 miles. I like the tough look of the Desert Runner, it looks tough. No major maintenance other than replaced brake pads and rotors. Exhaust heat shields rattle at 1500 RPM and rear slider and other windows rattle. Other than those minor things, I love the truck. Nice acceleration and power, comfortable, and great visibility. The only major design problem is the horrible 5th gear. 3000 RPM at 70 MPH... could be much lower, especially with the V6 to get better gas mileage.
Solid, low maintenance truck
Ryan , 01/17/2010
2000 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I don't expect much from a vehicle, getting me where I need to go without much drama is all I require, and the Frontier did that in spades. It was reliable, handled well and offered a smooth ride. I purchased it in 2005 with 55,000 on the clock, and traded it in for a 2005 Ford in Oct. 09, Frontier had 117,000 on the clock then. During my ownership, the only thing other than basic maintenance items (tires, shocks, exhaust, bulbs) that it needed was a blower speed control module, which was a $20 part at the local parts store. I traded it in because I wanted something new and wanted to make a run with a domestic brand , time will tell if I made a wise choice.
MY mistake
bugman, 02/20/2003
updated 10/05/2015
2000 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
I feel I made a mistake buying this truck, I was in a hurry and thought I was getting a deal on it. I bought it used, thought at first it was a good truck, it is a good truck, but for a person who put 120+ miles on in a day it is not that good of a truck. only get 18 mpg in 2 wheel drive but the weird thing is in 4WD I get 22 mpg. Just not the right truck for me
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2000 Frontier 4x4 6 cyl.
Kenn, 08/20/2019
2000 Nissan Frontier XE V6 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
1 of 6 people found this review helpful
This has get to be the worse vehicle I have ever owned. I bought it used about 2005 with 33,000 miles and undercoated. It ran great and still does with 142,000 miles. But about 10 years ago the ABS system would stop working for a few months and started working. This happened off and on for many years and nobody, even the dealer, could figure it out. This past fall I decided to clean the sensors and took out the left sensor and went to clean the sensor ring, it was broken. Called dealers and other places all over the country and could not find one. It seems the ring is no longer made. Found the whole hub with a good ring at an auto salvage yard. Put the hub on and it still would not work. Pulled the plug to the ABS Actuator and had battery voltage to pins 17 and 18, 19 gnd. but no ignition voltage on 15. I checked continuity and as I bent the wire it would work off and on so I had to tear apart half the dash to find out what fuse the wire went to. Great, this must be the problem, NOPE, but now had ignition voltage to pin 15. Two years ago I needed an inspection so I crawled under to recoat any undercoating falling off, like I do every year. I found four cracks in the frame. I had these fixed and under coated. He pulled all the sensors for the ABS and said it was ok, for a few days. This year I brought it to a shop and their scanner said the Vehicle Speed Sensor was bad. They tried to get it out and tried. They had to destroy it to get it out. Then they found the PLASTIC gear in the transfer case had a broken tooth so out came the transfer case. Then put in a new sensor and it worked for a few minutes, tried another new one and the same problem. I needed to use the truck but now the speedometer didn't work. It seems half the VSS controls that and half the ABS. They also found a torsion bar and frame rusted so bad it was a danger. That was fixed and they started to trace the wiring from the VSS but again I needed the truck and without the speedometer. The other day one of the rear leaf springs completely broke. Over the years the chain and lowering unit for the spare tire rusted so bad I had to cut the plate holding the spare tire up, put the spare in the bed, which has rusted and fixed three times. Replaced the tailgate, rusted, replaced rear bumper, rusted through. Fuel tank replaced, rusted through, oil pan, rusted through. Tailgate cables broke, rusted through. Bolts holding cooling fan sheared off. Small rust spots on the hood, are you kidding me ? This is a few of the things this piece of crap has caused me. I have had two Frontiers and never had these problems and this truck has never been used for off road. When your on a fixed income it's hard to just get another but when I can it will NEVER be another Nissan.
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Happy With Mine
Happy, 05/06/2009
2000 Nissan Frontier XE V6 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased it new. It's my second Nissan truck and without a doubt, I'd get a third one. Past couple of years I drive 22,000 miles annually. The only parts that were replaced were from routine wear and tear. I've done everything recommended to maintain it and replaced all parts as they wear out. 2007 my mechanic said the engine would go over 200,000 miles and now 2009 he's saying it'll go over 300,000 miles. I'm getting a new car end of this year but definitely keeping my truck.
nice truck
dooley, 01/14/2008
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
this truck has been great to use for my business. With the rise in gas prices everywhere it sure beats the gas guzzlin v8s, even though it lacks a lot of power it get the job done.
Awesome
JugHaid, 06/21/2002
2000 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Awesome fun to drive stylish dependable great loooks ergonomic interior cold ac Smiling and driving excellence
Good Used Truck
Trunks, 06/11/2003
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Nice reliable truck for my teenager.
GOOD SMALL TRUCK
BarryB, 11/08/2003
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
HAVE DRIVEN TRUCK FOR 3 YRS, HAVE ONLY CHANGED TIRES, AND OIL, BEEN VERY RELIABLE.BUT DO HAVE A PROBLEM WITH STEREO, IT CUTS IN AND OUT.
Read here for performace upgrade
bgbg, 05/14/2004
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought new. AT leaked back of tranny, dealer fixed on third try, tech from Japan looked at it. Front sway bar endlinks nuts,washer breaks. Replaced with plyurethane bushing with hardware included from Baxter Auto. Shocks: Monroe reflex all 4. Mileage now 58k. No major problem, I do my own oil chg and maintenace.
Easy to own
truck_guy, 03/07/2002
2000 Nissan Frontier XE Desert Runner 2dr Extended Cab SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great truck with lots of power in the automatic v-6. No problems whatsoever, just changing oil and everything else continues to work fine. I never have to worry about the truck not working right. A very easy to own vehicle, and comfortable to drive.
My 2 cents
brindlefawn, 07/06/2003
2000 Nissan Frontier XE V6 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great all around truck. I drive it to work, on vacation, and some times "off the beaten path." I have never not had enough "go" and for the money this is the best small 4x4 truck out there. It is thirsty, but I contricbute that to the way I drive in addition to the numerous short trips I make.
Great Starter Truck
George, 04/13/2008
2000 Nissan Frontier XE 2dr Extended Cab SB (2.4L 4cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Purchased this truck brand new and have little to no problems with it to date. Over all this a good reliable truck. No complaints.
Rock solid
its_all_good, 06/18/2002
2000 Nissan Frontier SE 2dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.3L 6cyl naturally aspired 5M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
This truck is rock solid. I've owned it a year and a half with no problems. It's fun to drive and I get compliments on it almost every day. Nissan has everything Toyota offers for alot less money!