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by Wisky  - Top 1000
Jan 13 '04 - Updated Aug 08 '04
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Very quick, excellent engine, extremely reliable, smooth.
Cons: Stock suspension is comparble to a minivan, 4speed automatic could be better.
The Bottom Line: If you are looking for an awesome used sedan for under $10000, this is the car for you.
I purchased my 1997 Nissan Maxima SE when it had 70000 miles. This was about a year and a half ago. As of January 12th 2004, It now has 99900 miles, and I figured what better way to get back into writing Epinions than to write a review on my car ...
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by tothemax95
Dec 07 '09
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: SE styling, luxurious roomy interior, agile handling, smooth, powerful VQ30 engine, overall quality
Cons: Body lean/roll, soft paint, brakes squeak.
The Bottom Line: Recommended to anyone who's looking for a luxurious, fun, safe, and reliable sports sedan. Import Car of the Year in 1995 with one of Ward's Ten Best Engines. Engineering excellence.
As we're nearing the end of 2009, this is a little late to be reviewing a 1997 model. However, I just wanted to give a fresh opinion about this awesome car for anyone who may be looking for one- whether it is for 90s nostalgia, for a teen, because it's ...
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by hohn
Sep 16 '03 - Updated Nov 18 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Power, Economy, Handling, Luxury
Cons: Seats, HVAC controls
The Bottom Line: A great used car if you can find one that's been well-maintained
I purchased my Maxima in December 1999. It was a used model just off lease, and had only 29,000 miles on it. Now that it has over 104,000 miles on it, I can say that this car has been an exceptional performer. It exceeds expectations in almost all ...
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by mattjoe - Top 100
Jan 13 '00
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Will top 140
Cons: Boring styling, no flair to it.
OH, it's you BOB. Was once a slogan for Nissans commercials for the Maxima, highly laughed at where I went to college was this ad.
The years passed and I thought nothing of the Maxima.
UNTIL, a friend of mine came out to visit me from...
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by dgeesaman
Jul 05 '02 - Updated Jan 28 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Reliable, stylish, plenty of options, and good performance
Cons: Relatively expensive
The Bottom Line: I chose the right car. It's the perfect balance of size, speed, reliability, and good looks. At 84k I still get compliments.
This review is for a 5spd SE model with all available options. I bought the car two years ago with 46k miles, it now has 94k miles.
Since high school I had driven an 86 Honda Accord - it was an economical car, but at about 150k it started...
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by psgirl
Mar 10 '02
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great riding, power, value, a class in of its own! A joy to drive
Cons: Uses premium fuel, paint quality/
The Bottom Line: This is just an awesome car. Very comfortable and pleasurable driving! . I recommend a 97 or later Maxima any day over an Accord or Camry!!
The date is March 10, 2002. A few months ago I purchased my Maxima (1997) with 54,500 miles at a dealer for 10,800 at a Nissan dealership. It has been the best purchase I made in my lifetime! If you are looking for a sedan, I highly recommend looking for...
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by rollypop
Feb 26 '02 - Updated Aug 31 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good Gas Mileage, Fast, Reliable, Looks good, handles good
Cons: Needs More Features inside, needs better looking rear end
The Bottom Line: The Nissan Maxima SE is a SUPER car and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a sporty/luxury car with power and reliability.
I bought this car towards the end of 1997 and I still have it today. Honestly, I love the car, and I am not planning on parting with it. Being in my late twenties upon purchase the Nissan Maxima SE 5 speed manual transmission was the car for me out of...
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by rumbo
Feb 10 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Strong engine with great acceleration, quiet ride, solid, responsive handling, nice interior layout and roomy
Cons: Some interior noises, mechanical problems
The Bottom Line: It’s a fun car to drive, and a great value relative to Hondas and Accords, but if buying used, be sure to have it checked out by a quality mechanic.
Unfortunately, I’ve experienced a few problems since buying my used, high mileage Nissan Maxima which I will describe below. After much time spent researching prospective cars to buy, I finally settled on the Maxima as the best combination of sporty...
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by skarekat
Oct 04 '00 - Updated Oct 07 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great V6 engine, Good mileage, Excellent road handling, Value for Money, Very Reliable
Cons: Poor defroster, Requires Premium Fuel, A Bit Pricey
The Maxima was always my dream car. I bought a brand new 1997 Maxima SE as soon as I completed my graduate studies in May 97. It has exactly the stuff that I wanted.
I love the smooth V6 engine. Even with an automatic transmission the...
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by tricia0305
Dec 23 '99
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Strong V-6 Engine, Front Wheel Drive, ABS Brakes
Cons: Bad control positioning
After the birth of my son, I became obsessed with getting rid of my old clunker and finding a safer more reliable form of transportation. Well, I found all that and more when I researched and then purchased my 97 Maxima 4-door GLE.
This car has all...
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by Yellowzxtt
May 08 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Cost, Quality, Availability of after market parts
Cons: Boring styling, FWD handling
The Bottom Line: Worth the money. The abundance of aftermarket parts make this my first choice.
The Maxima competes in a tough market segment.The other cars in its category are the Mitsubishi Galant (too under powered), Honda Accord (very reliable but bland handling), Toyota Camry ( great power, under stated) and the Mazda 626. Out of this lot the...
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by Valarie34
Jan 22 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Everything!!
Cons: Nothing!!
I leased a 1997 Nissan Maxima SE 3 years ago, and it is by far my favorite car that I've owned. It is such a pleasure to drive. I love everything about it from the leather seats, to the electric sunroof. The car also handles very well in all types of...
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by R_M_T_5
Jan 13 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: reliable, fast
Cons: none
My parents own a Nissan Maxima, which is very smooth and has a lot of
power. It's a 1997 Maxima that has about 45,000 miles on it with no
problems. It's very spacious and confortable, and seems to be a safe
vehicle. Driving up hills...
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by gdtoddler
Aug 16 '01 - Updated Aug 27 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Power, Fuel Economy, Reliability, "Just the Facts" looks
Cons: Squeaky brakes, emissions fuel canister control valve.
The Bottom Line: "Drive a Maxima, then decide."
My wife and I bought a '97 Maxima GLE (used) in 1999 with 7k miles on it. I've always been a fan of the Maxima (being technically/mechanically inclined; please read on ;^), and my wife now is a fan due to her driving experience with this car.
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by Nickaroni
Mar 06 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Available with manual or automatic, Bose stereo system, ergonomically correct, sleek design, shifts well, thoughtful planning in where buttons, knobs are placed
Cons: Premium fuel required, cheap tires a no-no, trunk a tad small for people who take long trips
When we decided we needed a new car in 1997, we began to narrow down our list. DH wanted a pick-up truck with a full-size extended cab. I wanted a MAXIMA. Well, so did he, but we'd just decided to sell our Ford Bronco II, so he was stuck in a truck...
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