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3.5 out of 5 stars

Not bad, but not my favorite

JacobPlano, 11/03/2009
2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I have owned many cars, M3, G35, and a CLK430, all of which were 2 door sport cars, but this time around I decided to go with something more logical for college. This car is a love hate relationship, I love that I can tote around 5 friends comfortably with a truck full of junk. But I hate the way it drives when I am alone, it's quick for its size, but tire spin, turning radius, and handling are lacking majorly. Also is lacking with the toys, all my last cars have little nooks and crannys with something cool, this car is plain jane. Though, it is a great car for a family, or if you need something for easy city driving. But for fun, it's not so great.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Fun - Luxury & Performance

Tony, 11/08/2005
2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This is the 4th Maxima I have owned. It is by far the the most sporty. I compared all the other cars (TL, Accord, Camry, Avalon, G35) and came back to the Maxima. It has the best engine and features for the money. My last Maxima, I had to replace the oxygen sensor and alternator although it had low miles. Even with a couple of repairs factored in I come out ahead of the other cars. I've had no problems with my 2006 SL and really like all the features including Bluetooth, which comes with the driver preferred pkg. This car drives excellent with great power and a nice little growl from the engine! Steve Hipshin with Tom Peacock in Houston is the best salesperson- great price and service.

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2.75 out of 5 stars

Shakey drive

Wheel Shakes, 05/27/2009
2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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This is the worse car that I have ever owned. From the time I drove it off the lot, nothing but suspension problems and back to the dealership 10 times and still have the problem. No good in snow or rain. Tires are over $200 each..bad choice of car and brand. Dealership could not keep the problem fixed. Wheel shakes all the time when driving.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Maxima

Nichole, 11/09/2005
2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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My new maxima is wonderful! The minute I test drove a Maxima I knew I had to have it. Its quiet engine and smooth ride is just the beginning. The power is incredible. I've loved the look of these cars ever since they came out in 2004. Then I test drove it and It was love! Thanks

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5 out of 5 stars

This car has my personality

D Doxon, 11/21/2005
2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
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I traded my 2004 Chrysler 300 touring on a new Maxima. Although the 300 drove nice. It had bad blind spots and every time I drove it I felt like an old man(not to mention 3 repair trips already). On one nice Saturday I stopped at the Nissan dealer and drove The Maxima. I didn't want to give the keys back. One week later I had a new car in my driveway and am enjoying it. I bought the 300 because it was the "in" car. That was a big expensive mistake. The Maxima is the true 4 door sports car.

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