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4.63 out of 5 stars

Mixed feelings...

luckygrl1121, 01/15/2009
2005 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
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I purchased my 2005 Maxima SE (used) about 6 mths ago. Loved it at first, but over time I've noticed some neg things. Sharp exterior though the chrome on the front grille is starting to peel off. I've noticed this is a common problem in these cars. It has a lot of get up and go, but the steering is a little unstable with acceleration. Also, rattling noise with accel. Handles terribly in the snow! I expected more from this car. Interior is roomy and comfortable, but kinda cheap & confusing. Defaults to A/C when you change the mode. Also, gas mileage is not as good as I thought it'd be. Turning radius is awful! Parking is more difficult than a car this size should be. Not sure I'll buy another.

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3.25 out of 5 stars

FAULTY TRANSMISSION

lsanti, 09/24/2009
2005 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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Purchase in 2006, with 32,000+ miles. Loved the ride!! Once I reached 60,000 miles I started having problems with my transmission. Come to find out this is a problem with the Maxima for years and its going to cost me $3500.00+ to repair. In addition, my CD player stopped working a year ago and the locks don't always open with the remote.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

lemon??

lynn, 02/19/2008
2005 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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So $31k and 15 trips to the dealership later, needless to say, def never buy a Nissan again. Cheap interior components, rotten egg smell, chipping paint & peeling grille, falling headliner, etc. etc. Too many probs, not enough cooperation from dealership; they never fix ANYTHING. A total disappointment. Ive spent more $ on rental cars than I spent on the warranty itself. It is fun to drive, but the issues Ive had outweigh the 265hp engine. The interior suede door panels are hard to keep clean & the mpg stinks. It is an extremely safe car (been in front end & rear crash). But, not worth the money or the dozens of trips to the dealership. Blah. HATE IT. Never make that mistake again!

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5 out of 5 stars

Dont like imports

Darrell, 05/18/2006
2005 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6M)
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I purchased my wife's 2005 Maxima in march 2006 from Enterprise Car Sales and I must say that it took a lot of out of me to buy. Because I don't like imports! But let me tell you something, this luxury/muscle car is worth it. It's and head turner, My wife just get compliments everywhere she goes. Great acceleration, and handling. Great interior room (buying point) and comfort. If there's anyone who doesn't like this car, they must be on drugs. I hate imports, but I like this car. Some small improvements needed. Is this car perfect No. But it comes very close. I hate to say it, Go Nissan

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5 out of 5 stars

I love with my 05 Maxima

LadyDe, 11/21/2006
2005 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I love my Maxima. For the first time in my life I was blessed to buy a dependable car. Glad I chose the Maxima!!. Ask me if I would buy the 07 or 08? Heck yeah!!

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