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wantastang302, 08/29/2014
updated 08/31/2020
2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
After almost 6 years and 55k miles I have replaced almost everything on the vehicle except the engine. Not exaggerating. Wish I was. Purchased with 94k miles and just turned 150k. If I didn't love the car so much I would have sold it for a Mustang. Have a decent amount of mods and heavy suspension upgrades. Everything that broke on the car I replaced with high performance parts. I drive this car HARD Daily. Throw 6 inches of snow at this car and it's useless although it's dry weather fun makes up for it. This is NOT a reliable commuter. Missed more days of work than I'd like to think about being stuck with this car. Will not buy another when I tire of this one. *new* ok so I was asked to update my review! My Nissan hasn't run for about 7 months now. I have a 14 Elantra I use for work transportation and pleasure. Not as fast and fun to drive as the spec v but way more reliable. I wanted to sell the Nissan but it actually died when I was just trying to let it run a few minutes so the battery wouldn't die. Might need a computer who knows. Gotta fix n sell pronto. *new* asked to update. Sentra still dead. Now have a 17 Focus ST. Best car ever. Really need to get rid of that Sentra. Sentra still dead sitting at shop. Focus still the best.
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Never another nissan
donenissan, 10/01/2010
2002 Nissan Sentra XE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
loved it until the ecu/ecm starts acting then mileage goes all over and the dealer starts licking his lips you soon learn to say it over and over never another Nissan.
best sedan value under 20k
Paul T., 05/10/2002
2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
i got my ser for $17,200. considering what you get for the money: alloy wheels, spoiler, fog lights, sunroof, and sport suspension, this model is a bargain! fun to drive! the automatic has enough pickup, thanks to the wonderful 2.5 liter engine. the four wheel disc brakes stop you on a dime. interior layout is convenient with stereo controls up nice and high on the dash. nice side bolsters on the seats to keep you snug on those hard turns. i love this car!
I Love It!!!!!
plucas, 03/10/2004
2002 Nissan Sentra GXE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had my car for 2 years now and it has been nothing but a dream. The only repair that has been done to the car was a hose that caused leakage but that's it. The car handles well, picks up speed fairly well, could be better. The car looks great inside and out, much better than other compacts! My only complaint would be that the driver's seat doesn't go back far enough. I'm a tall guy (6'2) and driving long distances can be a nuisance but for the price i don't think you can beat the value of this car. Oh, get the upgrade for the stereo that comes with the subwoofer....its worth the money!!!
Not Reliable
Not Reliable, 05/21/2008
2002 Nissan Sentra GXE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Only 85k miles. Sentra has mechanical problems. Recent dealer service quote: will need to replace head gasket, valve cover seal, front crank seal, exhaust manifold gasket, and the intake gasket and all spark plugs. Drive belts are heavily cracked. Timing chain stretched needs tensioner and guides. Past issues: Oil dip stick broke resulting in removal of oil pan with NTB and dealer service pointing fingers. Brake calipers malfunctioning causing abnormal pad wear and short rotor life on left front. After +$2,000 in repairs, the Sentra just is not worth it. Have owned a Geo Storm, Honda Accord, Chevy Blazer, Ford Mustang, and Jeep Cherokee. All lasted +130k miles.