Used 1997 Nissan Maxima Sedan Consumer Reviews
Sweet Ride
This car is pretty awsome if you are looking for a car with good power and a smooth ride.
still going
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!!!
1997 MAXIMA
FIRST JAPANESE CAR I HAVE BOUGHT. BEST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED.
Fun, Reliable, and Economical
At 170,000 miles, my Maxima SE 5-speed is still running strong. Average 27mpg is great and the car is still fast and fun to drive. The reliability of this car is outstanding; however the suspension and steering are less than adequate. I can't think of a better value.
Outstanding Engine
We love our 97 SE. The engine is all that you've heard and more. It wont plant you in your seat like a '69 Z, but the power and torque range is broad and smooth. You can cruise at 60 and pop up to 80 to pass and the car just leaps ahead while maintaining a civil ride. The handling is quite good also and the car squats nicely under braking (4-wheel disc), with very little pitch. Not the biggest interior or trunk, but hey, when you're having this much fun, who cares!