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by sicemwedding
Feb 18, 2008 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Almost everything, great value, reliable, nice styling for the price.
Cons: Problems with the starter, a bit lightweight.
The Bottom Line: I would recommend this vehicle for practicality. Especially for college students or those just starting out.
I received this car 2 years ago and it has been perfect for me! I am a college student and commute back and forth from work and school. In the two years that I have had this car I have put about 80,000 miles on it, but it continues to work well. It has a ... read more
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by jennw
Feb 14, 2008 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Powerful, high-quality, never any major mechanical problems
Cons: It's not AWD or 4WD, factory speakers pooped out after 7 years
The Bottom Line: I highly recommend this car to anyone looking for quality, reliability, and durability.
This car has served me well while living in the South, the Northeast, and along Colorado's Front Range. While I wouldn't necessarily recommend it for regular mountain driving, it's perfect for city or highway driving. I'm the original owner of a ... read more
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by djningr
Jun 29, 2007 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: dependable, low maintenance, roomy, comfortable, everything positioned great within reach
Cons: no cup holders in the back, only a tape deck-No CD player
The Bottom Line: If you can still find this model around it would be a great buy! This car has been wonderful for us!
How we found ourselves with this car: This car was originally my husband's grandpa's car. After he passed away his aunt acquired the car and it ended up being her mother-in-law's car to use until she passed away. We were in the process of getting ... read more
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by thefed17
Feb 23, 2006 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Torque, reliability,
Cons: knock sensor, mileage
The Bottom Line: GET IT! If you're considering one, get one! I'm PICKY...trust me!
I bought this car with 69000 miles in 2004, very low miles. It's a fun car to drive, much more so than my 1996 Mustang V6. It has very nice low end power, and you can pass easily while on the highway. It's by no means a race car, but has lot of ... read more
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by chaps88
Jun 30, 2005 (Not Yet Rated)
Author's Product Rating: 30 Recommended: Yes
Pros: reliability, acceleration, build quality, fuel economy, interior/exterior design
Cons: brakes, cold-weather performance
The Bottom Line: I would recommend this car. The Maxima is a quick car, that is reliable, and will stand the test of time.
I bought my 1998 Nissan Maxima in the summer of 2004, with just a tick over 88,000 miles on it. Now, in about 8 months, I've put a little over 12,000 miles on the car. Exterior The outside of this car is quite appealing. I have a Sterling Metallic ... read more
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by bonka
Sep 16, 2003 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Please refer to review body
Cons: Please refer to review body
The Bottom Line: If you want Honda Accord/Toyota Camry reliability, but also performance, good looks, and a better price, look no further.
Got my 1998 "Superblack" Nissan Maxima SE from a private dealer for $18,900CDN (Roughly $13,800USD). I thought the price was a little steep but more and more the car keeps growing on me. Basically, the 4th generation Maximas, specifically the 1997-98 m ... read more
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by Dauber
Aug 24, 2003 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great engine, fuel economy, comfort, sound system, general reliability
Cons: Knock Sensor maintenance
The Bottom Line: Amazing car, but get the senors checked first
Without question, this model of the Nissan Maxima is a great car. The engine is unparalled in famil ... read more
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by djryan12
Feb 18, 2002 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: 250k engine, stable, comfortable seats, amenities galore, roomy trunk, inexpensive to own.
Cons: Cruise control switches are misplaced, center arm rest is too low, premium fuel.
The Bottom Line: For under $25,000 you will not find a better car.
I've owned several cars and trucks over the years, and had a few company cars too. All vehicles were American made, except a Mazda, which I owned briefly. None of the vehicles have impressed me like the Maxima SE has. I typically drive 37-40k a year, ... read more
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by janika
Jul 28, 2001 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Style, comfort, power, price
Cons: Not for very short or very tall drivers
The Bottom Line: Nicest loaded import car you can get for under $20,000- these days
Spotting the car:
Hello
When I was reading gjacks's opinion about the 1998 Nissan Maxima, it made me think. Do I really want a BMW for more with less options, rear wheel drive, high maintenance. This however will not change my mind ... read more
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by justinl0485
Jul 5, 2001 - Updated Jul 6, 2001 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: styling (inside and out), acceleration, quality and craftsmanship
Cons: rattling
The Bottom Line: It is a good, reliable family sedan.
We bought this car new in Colorado, since then we have put on nearly 40k and it has been to North Carolina, Maryland, and South Carolina. Our 1998 SE came with a lot of standard features such as: 190 hp engine,traction control, ABS, A/C, AM/FM cassette ... read more
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by kiasheri
Jun 14, 2001 (A Somewhat Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: The is very good looking and classy.
Cons: Part of our Nissan is coming apart.
The Bottom Line: I would recommend the Nissan Maxima because it is well made and is very good-looking. Also, it is pretty good with gas and comfort.
Our Nissan Maxima is one of the best looking cars we have owned. It is very sleek and classy. The color is beige with a gold finish. We bought it last year after our old car was totaled in an accident. The interior is plush and soft. The car is very ... read more
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by bdshin
Nov 5, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: no major problems
Cons: minor dash problems
I bought a '98 Maxima SE in November '97. I was considering several other cars at the time, including the all new Passat and the Audi A4. For the amount of money that I wanted to spend, the Maxima was the only car I could get loaded. So far, I haven't ... read more
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by BadtzGirl
Sep 7, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 30 Recommended: No 
Pros: Fast, roomy, nice styling
Cons: Poor handling, peeling clear coat
I bought my 1998 Nissan Maxima GXE in 1999. I bought 'Cheryl' used, at 28,000 mi., while I was out shopping for an Acura 2.5TL. I happened upon it at the Acura dealership, and took it for a spin. I thought there must be rocket fuel in the engine!!! Nope, ... read more
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by mark_hend
Jul 6, 2000 (Not Yet Rated)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Power, reliability, comfort
Cons: Cup holders, plain styling
I was looking for a 1998 Ford Taurus when I decided to stop into the Nissan dealer next door. What a great choice I made that day. Six hours later I left the showroom in a Forest Green 1998 Maxima GXE.
Exterior: (7) Nothing spectacular, but ... read more
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by Robot1981
May 15, 2000 (A Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great styling, handles great, an all-around great car!!!
Cons: None, unless you like inferior cars!!
The Nissan Maxima is one fine automobile. I have a 1998 Maxima SE in Sterling Mist (kind of a grey color) and it is certainly a striking car, visually. Of course, the Maxima's quality doesn't stop there. The interior is remarkably roomy - as spacious as ... read more
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by expertadvice
May 12, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: price, power, pizazz
Cons: a little skimpy on the convenience extras
If you're looking for a car between $20,000-$30,000 that will excite you and that you can rely on, look no further than the Nissan Maxima. You've read all the same old hype about the Honda Accord and the Toyota Camry, but seriously, just compare the ... read more
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by AzeemJ
Mar 20, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Engine, handling, reliability, and did I mention the Engine
Cons: Kinda of a big car, so acts like one
How can you not like the Maxima? With an outstanding engine, lots of
standard features and Nissan dealers giving huge discounts on the cars,
you can pick up a V6 powered Maxima for around $20k and get alot of
standard features. I've had ... read more
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by askinsj
Feb 25, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 50 Recommended: Yes
Pros: everything
Cons: none
I really wasn't looking for a Nissan car when I bought mine...I have always bought American made cars..but I decided to stop at a Nissan dealership...and am I glad I did..the car handles well in all kinds of weather...the maintenance on the car is low ... read more
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by Maristu
Jan 25, 2000 (A Very Helpful review)
Author's Product Rating: 40 Recommended: Yes
Pros: Very wonderful car
Cons: Price is a little steep
When I became pregnant in 98 my husband and I soon realized that we would have to trade in my little sports car convertible and find something safer with more room. I had always purchased Hondas and was reluctant to try a Nissan. But I have been so ... read more
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