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4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars

Sexy car

Ashlee , 08/14/2009
2005 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
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I recently passed the 100K mark on the odometer and the problems have begun :( Randomly driving one night it felt like I was not going to stop while braking, it turns out Nissan diagnosed the ABS actuator pump as "bad". $ 2200 to fix, I had just put brand new front and rear brakes, new tires x 4, and a new battery. I have taken very good care maintenance wise, and Nissan will not work with me at all. Disappointed with the car? No- I am however very displeased with Nissan and not being willing to help me despite the technical service bulletins on NUMEROUS 2005 Maxima ABS actuator pumps :( Also have have both fog lights and head lights replaced at least 3-4 times each light!!!

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5 out of 5 stars

Blown away and love it.

Nissan convert, 07/21/2005
2005 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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First time buying a car of this size. Compared, Camry, Accord and was almost set for buying the accord. Walked into the NISSAN Dealership and was completely blown away by the MAXIMA. The trunk space beats both the others cars hands down. I actually took two big suitcases (airline-internationl travel), and they both fit with lots of room for small bags. Tall people actually have thigh support in the back seat. The car's fun to drive (read blast). Controls are good. Like the windows down feature from the key.. handy on hot days. I am just very glad that i bought this car. Wish i can keep the new car smell forever now.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Car

paw, 07/21/2005
2005 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
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It is a very snappy car. Holds the road very well. It is a very stylish looking Car. I went from a Yukon xl to car and thought the room would be a big factor, but it acutally is quite roomy. Stopping is excellent. I love the telescope steering wheel. So far I love it. My daughter likes the fact that we are riding on 18 inch wheels.

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5 out of 5 stars

5 time Nissan Owner!

LoveMyMaxi, 07/23/2005
2005 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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In my opinion you can not go wrong when you purchase from Nissan. The company is top notch and the customer service is superb. I drive a 2004 Maxima SL and I absolutely adore it. This is my 4th Maxima and I also drove a Pathfinder. The Pathfinder (2001) drove just about as smooth as the luxurious Maxima. I missed having a car, so I bought the Maxima the last time. You can't beat the value because the cars come standard with so many great features. The buying experience was good and I feel like I received a fair deal each time. As far as reliability...the cars have been virtually flawless. Go get one!!!!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

25 Years of Drivings Maxima's

Jay Rand, 08/15/2005
2005 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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The car is a reliable means of transportation with good looks, low maintenance and few repairs outside of normal maintenance. I drive the car for 5 years and hand it down to my wife (4000 miles per year) for the next 5 years.

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