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meghan, 03/04/2002
1994 Nissan Sentra XE 4dr Sedan
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My experience with this vehicle was terrible. I am almost positive I had so many problems because the people before me have no concept of car maintenence. There have been 2 different motors put in it other than the one it came with, burns oil, leaks oil, etc.
1994 1/2 Nissan Sentra-LE
Gerry Walter, 08/24/2005
1994 Nissan Sentra Limited 4dr Sedan (1994.5)
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I have enjoyed my Nissan Sentra LS so much that for the first time in my life I have kept the same car for 11 years. It is fun to drive, comfortable, and has a very small turning radius. The brakes had to be replaced sooner than I anticipated, but overall I had few problems mechanically. The refrigeration and heating systems are still topnotch.
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See all 0 listingslooks like a paper boat, but runs great!
Andrew, 02/17/2006
1994 Nissan Sentra Limited 4dr Sedan (1994.5)
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I bought my 94 Sentra with 119,000 miles as a get-to-work car, and have had problems only with wearable items. The clutch was replaced at 125,000 miles, brakes cleaned and one slow leak in a tire but other than that no problems. Put some work into it to get better perfomance, but it only does so much for the little engine. Gas mileage is excellent. I get roughly 40 MPG in 5th. Handles good in the snow. I drive this car without mercy, it hasn't faltered yet. I've put over 17,000 miles on it in six months and it holds up good. Oil changes are very easy, many original parts still under the hood holding up great. Basic maintenance is all i need, i.e. oil change, coolant, etc. Awesome little car!
great safety
DJarnigan, 07/19/2006
1994 Nissan Sentra Limited 4dr Sedan (1994.5)
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We purchased the car for the mpg since it was primarly used to & from work & shopping. Even after how old it was we still got on adverage 35 mpg. Coming home it was hit head on by a pontiac grand prix. The engine was still running and had to be turned off. The injury to the driver was a lot less than what was on the other driver with only a broken arm and ankle. We never would have thought that such an economical car would be built so well
Great College Car
Peter, 09/14/2006
1994 Nissan Sentra XE 4dr Sedan
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I got his car when my last one died, so it was a last minute decision, and now i can't be happier that i did. Like every one else says you change the oil and it goes. I've had little things done, like a new altanator and seat belt motor, but that is expected with a car that has over 150000 miles on it and is 12 years old! I would reccemend it to anyone looking for a inexpensive car that needs to be reliable.
not a bad little car...
Sara, 10/14/2006
1994 Nissan Sentra E 4dr Sedan
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Not a bad little car for a kid who just needs to get to work and school each day. Great for the occasional road trip too! Good gas mileage, oil leaks are a problem however. This car has been through a lot and is still running great even through the neglect of a teenager! I highly recomend this car for a first time driver!
The indestructible Sentra!
JMuldrow, 10/19/2006
1994 Nissan Sentra Limited 4dr Sedan (1994.5)
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I bought this car new and it currently has over 210,000 miles. Prior to this purchase, I had two Honda Accords neither of which could hold a candle to the dependability of my Sentra. This car continues to amaze me. I religiously have the oil changed and top off the fluids. The only other maintenance needs have been brake pads and rotors and replacement of the belts. The A/C and heat work as well as the day I bought the car. I've also had no problems with the power windows and locks. This is a tough little car that just keeps going. I couldn't ask for a more dependable automobile that's easy and fun to drive.
Keeps on tickin'
Mom's car, 01/13/2007
1994 Nissan Sentra XE 4dr Sedan
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This car has made more trips to the mechanic than any other car we own (and we own 5) BECAUSE it's picking up or dropping off the other 4! I have 227,000 miles on it. I have replaced: 1 water pump, 1 alternator, tons of tires, 4 sets of brakes. NOTHING ELSE! Not a powerful car by any means, o.k. comfort wise, starting to rust a wee bit. It's been all over this country and I plan to keep it until it dies (which it seems to be refusing to let go!). Use common sense, change the oil it will treat you just fine.
94 Sentra XE
joealzheimer, 04/18/2003
1994 Nissan Sentra XE 4dr Sedan
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I have had this vehicle since new and it has been regularly maintained. It has over 204,000 miles on it now with only a few things replaced (CV Joints, starter).
Super Reliable
shopgirl, 06/21/2007
1994 Nissan Sentra XE 4dr Sedan
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This car was given to me by my mother when I got my license, it is a wonderful first car. At 176,000 miles, it still runs like new and starts up every winter morning. Although it is light, it is good in snow because of its maneuverability. I would recommend this car to anyone who wants a super reliable car at a decent price.
First Car
bostonbri, 05/24/2003
1994 Nissan Sentra Limited 4dr Sedan (1994.5)
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Reliable overall. I drove many rental cars for work; driving out of the airport home, I'd notice how much sturdier and more powerful the sentra felt than the rental cars. Needed only standard maintenance over the years, but later, had a real problem with the electrical system. After 100K alternator/battery was replaced 3 times over the course of a few months. The car was just dying all over the place. Also on my car & every other 94 Sentra LE i've seen on the street it seems like the hubcaps have fallen off! I sold it at 125K - it was a good car while it lasted.
Great Car
jnphillips, 03/11/2002
1994 Nissan Sentra Limited 4dr Sedan (1994.5)
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I bought this car new in early 1995. Replaced part of the A/C system at about 30k, under warranty. No problem since.
Decent car but I must've gotten a lemon
jsraven, 03/14/2002
1994 Nissan Sentra Limited 4dr Sedan (1994.5)
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Everything was fine up until 80K. No expenses other than normal maint. After 80K things started to go wrong. The front springs broke ($1800). I found out that '95 Sentras had a recall due to defective springs but my 94.5 Sentra was not covered (go figure?). Thermostat broke, no heat ($165), oil leaks developed in 3 places (head, main seal and oil pressure sending unit). All together I put about $3200 into the car over a period of 1 year.
Very Reliable
Don , 03/15/2002
1994 Nissan Sentra Limited 4dr Sedan (1994.5)
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I bought this car when it was a year old and I have had it since. I did real bad with maintenance but the thing just keeps running. Just recently I replaced 146,000 mile drive belts. Not because I was having problems with it...I was just concerned that they were so old. After 100,000 miles things started breaking: Battery, water pump, thermostat,rotors, pads, and calipers. I think this is good conssidering that one of my friends have Dodge Neons and they had to replace the head gasket at 20,000 miles and another one had to replace his Grand Prix water pump at 60,000.
Like a Rock - Nissan Style
Oldebutgoofdie, 05/05/2008
1994 Nissan Sentra XE 4dr Sedan
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My Sentra, a 4dr. Limited Edition model, has been the most reliable car I've owned in 45 years of driving. The brakes are marginal, the rear seat is for people under 5'8" tall, and the original starter and alternator failed before 70,000 miles... that's ALL the bad things about this car. Smooth engine, and transmission, and it will cruise all day at 65 mph and deliver 35-42 mpg depending on the terrain. I intended long ago to buy a newer one, but with the low mileage, and excellent physical condition...why? I'm aiming for 150,000, then I'll sell it. Highly recommended for frugal, reliable transportation.
Eh, it's average.
banyon, 12/03/2006
1994 Nissan Sentra E 2dr Coupe
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought the car in 1999 at 66k miles. I just needed a box that ran until I got out of school, which is exactly what I got. I had a lot of problems with the clutch, replacing it twice. apparently it has some kind of funky "adjustable clutch" which Nissan only made for this year's models. Since I didn't know about it when I bought it, I snapped it clean. You will too, if you ride your clutch like I do. I also eventually had to replace a starter. The check engine light came on a lot due to a bad O2 sensor. Seemed to guzzle a lot of oil, but I treated it badly, not doing the regular maintenance. Good If you just need to get around town.if it's got over 50k miles, don't take a lot of long trips.
Needs Transmission Overhaul
hinckssteffani, 01/18/2003
1994 Nissan Sentra XE 2dr Coupe
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I have had to have my transmission rebuilt in this car so many times. The transmission mechanic cannot figure out what is wrong with the automatic transmission in this car. I have never had any other problems with it and it has 150000 miles. But like I said I have never been able to solve the problem with the transmission and that has been going on since 50000 miles.