Used 2008 Nissan Maxima Consumer Reviews
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Fun car, HORRIBLE turn ratio!
Sarry, 09/28/2010
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
I have always driven Honda's. Decided to turn in my Honda Civic for a 2008 Nissan Maxima. Totally FUN to drive! Blow by people while barely pushing in the accelerator! Overall a really nice car. Gas mileage not great but its a souped up V6 sports car, I expected that. The one MAJOR complaint I have is the turn ratio! I have to practically make a three-point turn to get into a parking space. Trading it in because of those two things. Can't stand it anymore. I can barely get through a coffee drive through! Put good tires on it and it's actually pretty good in the snow for a CAR. Traction control.
Very Solid Car doesn't suffer '04-'06 probs
KT, 06/02/2021
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Very reliable car as long as you keep up on oil changes. I have a fully loaded 2008 Max that ive put 148K on. There is alot of complaints about "04-08" maximas but the 07-08 models have updated transmission parts that dont suffer from the same issues as 04-06 and the same thing with the timing chain tensioner and guides probs on 04-06. (Definitely avoid the 04-06 Maximas!) **I highly suggest regular Valvoline Full Synthetic Max Life oil changes every 3-4000 miles and full synthetic CVT "drain and fills" (NOT a flushes) Staying up on transmission and oils i am confident ill get 350K out of her like my '98 Maxima. CONS- Turing radius Heavy Repairs- AC pump
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Best vehicle I've ever owned
Jo Stevens, 07/04/2016
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I had never owned a Nissan in my life but saw the Maxima and loved it's looks, so I pulled into the lot and ordered one to my specifications and have never regretted doing so. It is the best car I have ever had. Never had one minutes trouble from it since the day I got it in Feb. 2008. I have only had to change the oil every 5,000 miles and put two sets of tires on it in the 8 years I've had this car.
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Great Car
lwash1212, 10/19/2011
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SE 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought a 08 Maxima about 4 months ago. Driving this car is a blast it has plenty of power and the lack of road noise is incredible. After reading reviews on how horrible this car is on hitting bumps in the road. I came to the conclusion that as long as your not hitting bumps at excessive speeds just like any car its perfect. The design of the exterior is real classy with a sports car feel. The interior is comfortable and there is a few pieces that I think could be made alot better but that comes along with any car. I love the car and the only complaint from me is the turning radius but if you've ever owned a sports car they all are.
Excellent car, excellent value!
bobafett14, 09/04/2012
2008 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Only negative is the turning radius. 3 point turns and squeezing around tight spots (i.e. parking lots) can be tricky at times. Othewise, this is a great car at a great price. Holds up well, repairs are minimal. I went with a Nissan Maxima after years ago vowing never to buy chevy after seeing a fleet of salesman (company) cars (1/2 the sales force picked Chevy Mailbu 1/2 picked the Altima, 6 Malibus and 6 Altimas go head to head over a 3 year run). Basically the Malibu's ALL started shaking, rattling, needed "front end" work..ballbearings needed repaired, brakes/rotors...you name it...all went after about 24K to 26K..the Altimas didn't need any repairs until into thier 30K's.
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