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Used 1997 Nissan Maxima Sedan Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

1997 Nissan Maxima SE Review

Tinbird, 07/10/2003
1997 Nissan Maxima SE 4dr Sedan
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Attractive, fun, safe car. [Engine] performance superior in many regards to most competitors, though suspension is merely adequate (unforgivable for Nissan to forego true 4-wheel independent suspension when many competitors have been doing so for years). Also, while the car is enjoyable to drive and reliable, fit- and-finish is merely "average." Finally dealership support is very typical: long waits; dubious sales/service tactics; premium prices. Overall, definitely a GOOD car (safe and reliable); in some ways a VERY GOOD car (potent engine and nice [optional] "creature comforts"); but not quite a GREAT car (mediocre suspension, fit-and-finish).

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Best Car I've ever owned

Chelle415, 08/05/2003
1997 Nissan Maxima GLE 4dr Sedan
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I love this car because it was a good price for a well built car. It has all of the luxury ammenities of a larger car, without the cost, and also without the cheap feel of lower cost sedans. The car feels solid, runs strong, and responds well.

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5 out of 5 stars

Sweet Ride

Drew H. 23, 09/29/2003
1997 Nissan Maxima GLE 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

This car is pretty awsome if you are looking for a car with good power and a smooth ride.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

still going

tothemax, 02/22/2010
1997 Nissan Maxima GXE 4dr Sedan
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I have 286,000 miles on my Max. It has been a great to commute in. Average about 27 mpg most of the time. With the price of cars now, it pays to keep running what you have. Great car!!!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

1997 MAXIMA

BLADE, 10/08/2003
1997 Nissan Maxima SE 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

FIRST JAPANESE CAR I HAVE BOUGHT. BEST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED.

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