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Nissan Sentra SE-R & SE-R Spec V

65 messages,  Last post on Mar 24, 2009 at 11:43 PM

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#56 of 65 Re: SpecV vs Si [james31278] by laneg

Sep 23, 2007 (1:39 pm)

Replying to: james31278 (Mar 18, 2007 7:27 pm)
I own a 2007 spec v and really enjoy it. I work for a car dealer, and we have a 2007 spec v factory loaded for sale. Willing to negotiate a price. 5000K miles. If interested in car, my contact inoformation is in my profile.

#57 of 65 Re: Question on visibility for Nissan Sentra owners [nbye] by smallcar1

Sep 23, 2007 (4:56 pm)

Replying to: nbye (Sep 13, 2007 11:57 am)
I test drove a Sentra. The visibility was very good except for the fact that I almost got into an accident backing up at an angle b/c the back window is narrow and steeply sloped but this seems to be a design chracteristic of all small cars now.

#58 of 65 2006 Sentra SE-R Spec V by rickaltman

Nov 21, 2007 (10:05 pm)

I would like to know general comments pro and con about this vehicle, and in particular, what type of fuel it runs on. I have received conflicting reports alternating between it running fine on regular unleaded and it requiring premium unleaded. Thanks...
 
Rick A.
Pleasanton CA

#59 of 65 SE-R vs. Spec-V Suspension Questions by spaceman210

Nov 30, 2007 (10:24 pm)

I just got my SE-R in blue and am enjoying it. I'm wondering if someone who has driven both this and the Spec-V can compare the ride qualities. The only thing I don't care for in the SE-R is a bit of fore-aft and up-down bucking and bouncing over freeway joints, etc. that make it feel unsettled on certain roads. Wondering if lowering would help that, or if it induces more harshness, which I wouldn't want. I am more interested in preserving a fairly supple but "planted" feel in ride comfort, than increasing handling at the limits. Also wondering if the extra front and rear Spec-V bracing is worth adding and easy to do. Thanks in advance for comments on these or any other recommended mods.

#60 of 65 Awesome Mods by laneg

Dec 01, 2007 (2:47 pm)

I was a bit disappointed with the Spec V when I first got it, because I thought that the engine was a bit rough. However, this car has gotten a lot better with some miles. I have about 10,000 miles now, and it is noticeably better now that things have settled in.
 
I put a Magnaflow highflow resonator and catback exhaust, and a K&N cold air intake on the car. This gave a bit more power, but I was still disappointed with the rough engine. I found that JETCHIPS had a performance upgrade for the Spec V ECM so of course I tried it.
 
It was kind of a pain to have to remove the ECM and mail it to Jet, but it was worth the wait! The Jet Chip turned this into a new car. The engine revs much more quickly and very noticeably smoother now. More power throughout the entire powerband, and a slight increase in mpg if you don't always have your foot in it.
This is the biggest difference in performance that I have ever experienced in any of the cars that I have modified. Granted, none were turbo or supercharged, but all had intakes and exhaust. I would highly recommend this upgrade, and of course it works better with an intake and exhaust. The chip was only $399 and it was worth every penny!

#61 of 65 Nissan Sentra SRE Spec-V by rwestside

Dec 03, 2007 (7:31 am)

Can anyone help me locate the sunroof glass for my 2003 Nissan Sentra Spec-V? I'm not looking to purchase a new one but one from an individual parting one out or a salvage yard. Any leads are appreciated. email me at reglantzverizon.net Thanks!

#62 of 65 Re: Awesome Mods [laneg] by spaceman210

Dec 18, 2007 (9:19 pm)

Replying to: laneg (Dec 01, 2007 2:47 pm)
I just had my '08 SE-R lowered with the Eibach ProKit, which improved the looks and handling dramatically. Well worth the $500 P&L total paid. The ride is firm but not harsh - no penalty on good roads. Just have to go slower over speed bumps.
Jeff

#64 of 65 Someone out there by codeman35

Mar 24, 2009 (11:43 pm)

i got a 2005 nissan sentra se-r spec v i am wondering what i should do first for mods for my car? someone help me please

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