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Used 2004 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A) Consumer Reviews

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3.5 out of 5 stars

Nssan Maxisauras

eddie, 08/21/2006
Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I prchased a 2000 Nissan Maxima when it was brand new. I owned it for 16 months and sold it. I did not always use recommended premium fuel and it caused the engine to exhibit gurgling sounds especially in between gears or going up hill slowly. The turning radius was terrible as was the economy. 40% of epa. Cheap leather and interior materials. Like most maximas it burns headlights

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2.88 out of 5 stars

2nd maxima

2004 SE MAX, 08/26/2006
Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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The 2004 max is equipped with a very strong motor and at time is a very fun car to drive however the interior lack the comforter or style. The exterior was the most disappointing the overall workmenship that was in the past a high quality of nissan somehow change not for the good.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Always somthing wrong

Harry, 03/30/2009
Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Whats next? It started with fuel leaks on the fuel rail. Two in fact. Then wheel bearings. Then brake rotors warping continually. Next came the A/C leaks. Now the A/C compressor is making a noise. The struts are shot and bottoming out and the engine is whining. Clear coat peeling of chrome grill. Whats next? I'm not hanging on to find out! Its out of here!

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2.5 out of 5 stars

Probably the worst car I've owned

yankee3423, 12/23/2003
Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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Just got rid of the 2004 Maxima I got in June. First it was a brutal wind noise that after 4 visits to the dealership was finally fixed. Then, the sun roof stopped closing. It would open fine but would tricky to get closed. I could not handle another trip to Nissan Service to fix. Hence, I am the happy drive of a previously owned BMW 525I with 9,000 miles on it. Take my advice, go to BMW and go with a proven winner. This is a 30K car but if you need service you are relegated to the no frills Nissan Dealership. If you must buy from Nissan at least step up to the Infiniti, that way when your car has its problems you will at least be treated well.

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3 out of 5 stars

Problems and Headache

bestfriend, 12/17/2004
Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
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I brought the Max 04 SL, Majestic blue last Dec 03 and a month later the fuel pump gone bad.It took Nissan 4th attempts to figure out that it was the problem.Then, headliner fell off, glove box hang, front struts gone bad, driver side weather strip came loss,fan makes noise when ac/heater on,dash board makes noise as well,smell engine burn when on a long trip just to name a few...This is a HEADACHE CAR.I filed a BBB claim and can't wait to settle this claim...I thought this was a reliable vehicle but I guess not...

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