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#61 of 707 Re: Max vs. TL Prices [habitat1 #60] by maxbound Jun 10, 2004 (5:21 pm)
Replying to: habitat1 (Jun 10, 2004 3:20 am) I appreciate your input. I'm a newbie to the site so forgive me if I ask questions that have been answered several times. I'm downsizing from a SUV so I'm most concerned about the safety of a smaller car, decent gas mileage, reliability, and longevity. The max seems to have good features for the price. Can you tell me why it gets such poor (only 2 buttons) ratings for mechanical quality? Same ratings come up for the TL and G35. The Avalon is rated at 4 out of 5. The articles I've read seem to indicate that the engine is reliable and not problematic. I'm not sure how seriously to take the ratings I find.   As for your Max, I'm impressed with the longevity! I'd keep it too.
#62 of 707 maxbound by habitat1 Jun 10, 2004 (8:48 pm)
My 1995 Maxima was the first year of the "generation 4" Maxima that ran from 1995-1999. It appears to have been one of the best versions of the Maxima from a mechanical quality / rliability standpoint. I know of others who purchased 2000-2002 models that had problems. Example: brakes. I have had the front disk pads replaced twice, the rears once in 153,000 miles. The original rotors are fine and have not needed to be replaced. There are reports of future Maxima models needing new rotors in as little as 30,000 miles. I did not have my first true significant "repair" on the Maxima until 110,000 miles, when I needed to replace the water pump. Some would even say this is a "maintenance" item.   As for the TL's low rating, I think a lot of that may be due to the well known automatic transmission problems that Acura (and Honda) have had over the past several years. I bought a 6-speed. My limited (2.5 years, 18,000 miles) experience with a 2002 Honda S2000 was completely perfect, as far as mechanical quality. And the fit and finish of the car was the best I have ever seen, although it probably helps that the S2000 is hand built in limited quatities in Japan.   It is unfortunate that the Maxima quality has slipped a bit since 1995, but I think it is still well above average compared to most cars. And, trust me, unless you have a severe case of insomnia, driving an Avalon for any period of time will make you wish it would break down so you can get something else. It is the perfectly built Buick. So is pretty much everything else in the sedan line from Toyota or Lexus. Replies to this message: maxbound (Jun 11, 2004 3:43 pm)
#63 of 707 Re: 04 Maxima V6 SL [maxbound #58] by i001987 Jun 11, 2004 (1:54 pm)
Replying to: maxbound (Jun 09, 2004 6:50 pm) Hello. Had exactly the same reaction in Grand Rapids. Would suggest Dealers in Detroit if you can make it. I just purchased a car today to be delivered on Monday at Tamaroff. They whipped the pants off the deal, got the car, when above and beyond and made money.   Have been trying to work the GR angle for 3 months - no success. They HAD a captive audience. Replies to this message: maxbound (Jun 11, 2004 3:26 pm)
#64 of 707 Re: 04 Maxima V6 SL [i001987 #63] by maxbound Jun 11, 2004 (3:26 pm)
Replying to: i001987 (Jun 11, 2004 1:54 pm) Congrats! Smart move to purchase in Detroit. Must have been a good deal. I might consider that option. I hear Lansing isn't any better.
#65 of 707 Re: maxbound [habitat1 #62] by maxbound Jun 11, 2004 (3:43 pm)
Replying to: habitat1 (Jun 10, 2004 8:48 pm) Thanks for the info. I agree about the Avalon!
#66 of 707 Central Florida dealer info by lindsey Jun 12, 2004 (10:01 am)
I'm in the market for a Maxima. Anyone have any suggestions as to a good dealer in the Central Florida area? I'm actually in St. Pete (west coast) but will drive some for a deal. My last Max came from Bill Ray Nissan in Longwood, FL and I will contact them again. Unfortunately the sales associate I dealt with has moved on.   Alas, my beloved '02 SE was stolen on Monday and promptly totaled by the thief. Dang those airbags! The thief walked away from the wreck and hasn't been seen since.   Lindsey
#67 of 707 What's too high by tke_dat Jun 13, 2004 (5:15 am)
I recently test drove a 2004 Max and liked what I saw. My question is what price should I be aiming for? I also like the TL, and G35; neither of which I have test drove yet. It will be between one of the three.   Is anything under $30k a good deal?
#69 of 707 tke dat by ramped Jun 13, 2004 (10:17 am)
There are way too many variables involved to help you decide what a good deal on a Maxima in your area is.   However, you should easily get an SE with a few options for under 30K out the door. There is currently a $1K rebate being offered. Check the Edmunds TMV board here and that will give you an idea of what you should pay. If I was buying a Maxima, I don't think I would offer anything more than invoice minus the rebate (Or, more simply, $1K under invoice). Replies to this message: carz (Jun 15, 2004 4:38 pm)
#70 of 707 Re: tke dat [ramped #69] by carz Jun 15, 2004 (4:38 pm)
Replying to: ramped (Jun 13, 2004 10:17 am) See my post #53.It dpends on where you live and the number of dealers in the area. You should be able to get an 04 SE with DPP, Sunroof, VDC, floor mats and mudflaps for at least $200 under invoice plus the $1000 rebate. You will also have to decide is taking the 1.9 interest worth more then the $1000 rebate.

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