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#7623 of 8972 Did Renault do the design of the 2004 Maxima? by aristotle Dec 10, 2003 (10:06 pm)
After the French auto maker Renault got control of Nissan corporation they sure have turned around Nissan's finances. Nobody can deny that Nissan is in a much better shape financially now than they were 4 years ago.   But did Renault have a say in the design of the 2004 Maxima? It is such a pity that a winning car like the Maxima has been reduced to this state in the 2004 model year. Cars being sold in America must be designed by people who understand the tastes and requirements of the people here.
#7624 of 8972 04 max by kyleknicks Dec 11, 2003 (10:04 am)
they should take the current altima, leave the front end the way it is, take the rear end of the current maxima, put it on the altima, somehow make it seem wider, put better quality materials in it, and rebadge it Maxima.   create and keep a maxima the way it was meant to be, an affordable sports sedan that's very good bang for the buck and keep the hertiage the way it's always been.. lets quit trying to be what we're not.. and we're (nissan) not in the same class as acura's, lexus, infinities, etc. it's like having someone who's been great at his job for the last 20 years, but now, having him do something he's completely incapable of doing.. would you run your business like that? i sure wouldnt
#7625 of 8972 Parking Brake Adjustment by brymil Dec 11, 2003 (10:52 am)
Can anyone provide instructions on how to adjust the parking brake on a 2002 Maxima? The dealer wants $45 to adjust it and that seems expensive unless of course, it is difficult to do. I can't imagine it is that hard.   Thanks!
#7626 of 8972 Max-Buick by kenm8 Dec 11, 2003 (10:54 am)
Ccermak in post 7613 may be on to something regarding a Japanese Buick. The 04 Max grille looks suspiciously similar to a 1958 Buick Roadmaster grille. If a future Max (05,06,..) has portholes on the side fenders, we will surely confirm Nissan/Renault's target audience for the Maxima.
#7627 of 8972 aristotle... by bowke28 Dec 11, 2003 (1:50 pm)
no. renault has no design or engineering say in the partnership, and they also dont have controlling interest. they only have 30%. basically, if nissan is a woman, then renault is simply a sugar daddy.   kennyg...   maxima sales are about equal from june to november 2003 as they were from june to november 2002. the problem is that the numbers arent seperated by model year.
#7628 of 8972 bowke by ramped1 Dec 11, 2003 (1:56 pm)
I beg to disagree about your statement concerning the interior space of the Mazda 6.   The MZ6 is not very small inside, but it is smaller than the current Maxima. I have test driven the MZ6 on one occasion and sat in the backseat of another at an auto show, and the space is roughly comparable to my '92 SE (MZ 6 has slightly smaller interior but much larger trunk). In my opinion, the MZ6 is the closest sedan out there that is comparable to my '92, which I consider the best generation of Maxima ever produced. I just wish the MZ6 had that sweet VQ engine.
#7629 of 8972 ramped... by bowke28 Dec 11, 2003 (1:59 pm)
i sold honda before nissan. the interior (mainly backseat room) of the 6 is significantly smaller than the accord, altima, AND maxima.
#7630 of 8972 92 better than the 95 to 99's? by kyleknicks Dec 11, 2003 (2:01 pm)
i always liked the 97-99 maxima's... to me the previous maxima were okay..just not as nice..
#7631 of 8972 kyle by ramped1 Dec 11, 2003 (4:55 pm)
I guess everyone believes the car they drive is better in comparison to others. I admit I haven't spent much time in 97-99 series Maximas except for brief test drives, but I believe that the quality of the interior materials in the 89-94 series is the best that Nissan ever put into a Maxima. I prefer the interior of my '92 SE to that of a 2003 Max that I test drove last year. The seats in my car show no sign of wear after 11 years of use with two small children.   Also, the styling of the 89-94 series, even today, is distinctive. And, those cars had independent suspensions that makes highway cruising a pleasure while retaining excellent handling characteristics. Mine has 118K and still rides like it was new. I will be sorry when the day comes, probably soon, that I have to give it up.   But, I would never take anything away from any series of Maxima. It has always been the best all-around family sedan in my opinion. In fact, I will probably try to get a used 02 or 03 for my next car.
#7632 of 8972 Buying 2003 Maxima SE from Hertz Car Sales by aristotle Dec 11, 2003 (8:17 pm)
Is it safe to buy a used 2003 Maxima SE from Hertz Car Sales? The cars typically have about 25 to 30K miles on them. The prices are really good.   The only question that remains is this:   Could crazy ( prior ) rental drivers have screwed up the car so bad to affect its engine/transmission that the damage is not noticeable to the untrained eye?

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