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TYPE R SPEC V NISSAN SENTRA SPEED MACHINE
Javier Flores Guerrero, 11/02/2016
2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I've purchased this car only for the fact that the manual transmission has 6 gears. The interior looked really sporty and its was all red inside somewhat like material used in jerseys and I really liked it. The car currently has 186,000 miles and I drive it really hard and always responds aggressively. I have toped the speed at 140 miles per hour in a safe straight away and it still wanted more. I've only changed the normal wear tear items like wheel bearings and the brakes and a power steering hose that leaked and that's it for the miles this is a great car. After modifying the exhaust and added legal CA headers it added much more power. The car does feel solid for its size and takes turns like a champ.
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243,000 miles and still running
Alex Carr, 12/05/2015
2002 Nissan Sentra GXE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
18 of 21 people found this review helpful
This car was given to me to jump start my life again my grandfather bought it for $700 with 236,000 miles and I have had few problems the belt tensioner pully needs to be replaced and the front shocks need to be replaced, I replaced the brakes (someone didn't know what they were doing so I completely replaced everything). I love the way it drives , the brake feel is fantastic, it has cheap tires but you wouldn't guess that it does. The 4 cylinder engine is powerful the transmission shifts smooth but does jerk every now and again, Paint looks horrible. Overall it keeps my insurance cheap and its my daily driver, I plan on getting a newer vehicle but I will keep this car until it dies!
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Fun Nissan
David Aguilera, 03/30/2015
2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I'm no car expert, but I've driven two Spec-V Sentra; so I figure to have a say. I consider this car to be a very great affordable car. The Spec-V model provides comforts, speed, and good looking aesthetics. The 6 speed version is perfect for your needs on the road. On HWY 1 (Californians will understand) this car has the acceleration to get you over any hills, and the handling for the windy roads you will find.
Don't even think to buy this car
denis18, 07/08/2012
2002 Nissan Sentra GXE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
In 3+ years I owned this car I had nothing but problems with engine. The Idle Control Valve, the Engine Control and the ignitions coils went down several times. The engine stalled many times, which makes this car very unsafe to drive. By the end A/C was down too. Never buy any Nissan again
Great Car Value
Hawwison@yahoo.com, 10/29/2015
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2002 Nissan Sentra CA 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
I've had 2 Sentras since 1985, this one being my second. I bought both my sons Sentras when they graduated college (1994 & 1998). The older one was sold in California by my son with 175,000 miles on it and it was still doing fine. My other son gave the 1998 to my sister, and that's still going strong with 185,000 miles on it. If you are looking for a reasonably-priced, easy-to-maintain car, this is the one!
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Spec-V 02
spec_v_d, 03/08/2013
2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is the second 02 spec-v i have owned. The first was just crap but it was because of the original owner treated it like crap... previous owner was a young girl who did not know how to drive a stick. Now i got another and it had the new motor, tranny, and clutch installed by nissan due to recall on the original motors. Car has about 50k miles on it and i couldnt love it more. I have owned lots of tuner cars and i must say this is by far my favorite. Handles great, amazing power for the 4 banger. I have a few mods to the car nothing to crazy just cold air, exhaust, and suspension. gets pretty good gas milage could be better though. All in all i give this car a 4.7 out of 5
I am done with NISSAN
2002sentragxe, 04/12/2012
2002 Nissan Sentra GXE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 02 Nissan Sentra GXE in Dec of 2001 from our local dealer in Petaluma California. At the time, we also considered Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla but ended up with the Nissan because the interior of the Sentra looked much better than the rest. Big mistake! Our Nissan was ok for the first several years but it started falling apart as soon as it hit 100k. Everything from faded paint to the on board computer (ECM) went out at a cost of $700. Next the transmission went out as well as the seatbelts and etc... Now I understand why people buy Toyota's. Meanwhile, a friend of ours has a 02 Corolla with 200k and it's still running strong.
never again will i buy nissan
dukebdevil08, 10/08/2014
2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
had this car for two years and from the beginning I had to replace the ecu withing three months.had to replace the 02 sensor twice.had to replace the fuel pump and the transmission control module..spent more time having repairs done on the car than I had driving it..these cars have had major recalls on them and mine had three which were for the airbag,the butterfly bolts on the cat back and the ecu..now I own a mazda and I love it..sorry Nissan but never again will I ever buy one of your vehicles..
I LOVED MY SENTRA
vwispos, 09/11/2013
2002 Nissan Sentra XE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I loved my sentra, so fun to drive and it never left me stranded. I've seen some bad reviews but mine was absolutely flawless. Inexpensive and great on gas. I flipped it 3 times and it still cranked right up. (of course it was totaled though)
Love it
maci805, 09/22/2008
2002 Nissan Sentra GXE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2002 Sentra GXE 6 years ago. It has been great to me so far. I have had nothing go wrong with it and has been extremely reliable. The car saved my life when I was in an accident. I came out alive and in one piece-which meant that the Sentra did its job. It is far from a luxury vehicle, but it is very comfortable and fun to drive. I love my car and would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a safe and reliable vehicle.
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