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2.75 out of 5 stars

Get the warranty!

Just not worth it, 11/21/2008
2005 Nissan Sentra 1.8 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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This was my first car and I purchased the car with 23,500 miles on it. At 30,000 I had a problem with the starter hesitating to turn over. I kept up the expensive oil changes and paid for every service that was suggested. At 45,780 the check engine light came on and at 45,970 the heat went. I was informed by Nissan today that the engine has to be replaced to to a bad head gasket that caused several other problems. Thankfully Nissan is covering it but I'm seriously thinking of trading this junk in for another car. A blown head gasket at almost 46,000 miles!

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Car!!! Excellent Warranty!!!

Michelle Worley, 10/26/2004
2005 Nissan Sentra 1.8 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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This is my first new car ever and I have to say I'm having a great experience. I'm most impressed with the warranty. I would definitley recommend this auto!

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Trouble

I Love My Car BUT..., 02/25/2007
2005 Nissan Sentra 1.8 S 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought my car in May of 05 and love it to death. I don't know what I'd do without it. The audio system is excellent and I believe it is roomy enough for me. But in Dec 06 my car has mysteriously stopped turning on but once it is on it runs great. So far the dealership keep replacing the fuel pump and spark plugs and it works for about a week or less, then I can't start it again and again with the replacements. I love this car but it is trouble....

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Great FWD car!!

kpad1ne, 01/26/2007
2005 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6M)
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I have had my spec-v for almost 2 years now and I love it. Amazingly the vehicle handles great for a front wheel drive and it continues to stick to the road the more you push it. Great torque through the mid-range and braking system is awesome. 24k and still do not need to replace brakes and I'm a very aggressive driver. Best bang for the buck!!!! Outperforms majority of 4 cylinders out there and even 6 cyl.cars-speaking from experience

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Fun Little Car

Jerry, 01/13/2005
2005 Nissan Sentra 1.8 S 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 5M)
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This car is great. She felt sluggish at first, but after the break-in period (1200 miles) the car becomes much more spirited and fuel efficient. I bought the Special Edition package for an extra grand, and it is well worth it. As far as styling, the car looks more mature, less feminine, and sleeker with this package. Inside, you will be amazed how wonderful your CDs and MP3s play on the 300W Rockfordfosgate nine speaker stereo (there is an auxillary input jack on the head unit for your MP3 player). Even at the most extreme volumes, there is no distortion, and the subwoofer is not overpowering unless you decide to make it so. The steering wheel feels very nice to the touch at all speeds

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