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288 messages, Last post on Aug 01, 2008 at 11:17 PM
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Replying to: altimrs (Jul 05, 2008 11:51 pm)
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Replying to: mazda6dude (Jul 06, 2008 12:51 am) IMO, I think the Accord has less power than the Altima. I like the tight steering on the Accord better b/c it's closer to my '08 G35 in term of handling. However, if you like a softer ride and less bump, the Altima is a better choice. Resale value is not much an issue if you keep your car 7 years or longer.
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I just want to clarify that I am talking about the Accord EXL and the Altima 2.5SL with Bose/Bluetooth. Both are 4cylinder luxury models but no navigation. It is funny I too feel the Altima is more peppy, but the Accord apparently has more horsepower. 190 I think. You know, I like that Altima a lot and may take one more test drive before I make my decision. I did the math this morning. The Altima will cost me $2090.00 more out the door than the Honda, or I can get a Honda with Nav for $500 bucks less than this Nissan! Not to mention that .09% financing with Honda. I shopped quite a bit... and it has been tough to find what I want in the Altima but I got the best quotes from both dealerships... and I researched many! My mechanic says the price difference is all about inventory, and it is true Nissan's with Connection are rare! Is $27,300.00 too much to pay for the Nissan SL with Conn? On the other hand I do not want to talk myself out of getting the car that feels to fit me (Nissan) because of money alone. It is not only that it is a smoother ride. I think because I put so many miles on my Civic (242,000) and almost $200,000 on the Camry, those car rides are kind of well...boring...dare I say....like an old shoe? Oh my God did I really say that!?  THe Nissan feels different and more new and exciting.  Thoughts please?
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Replying to: altimrs (Jul 05, 2008 11:51 pm) If you got a good deal on the Altima 2.5 SL w/ connection pkg, it would be less expensive than a similarly equipped Accord EX-L 4-cyl.
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Replying to: gooddeal2 (Jul 06, 2008 8:52 am) I will admit that the Accord has a smoother and more refined ride, but the Altima will be more fun to drive, and it's significantly lighter. It's your pick as to which one you want.
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Replying to: madpistol (Jul 06, 2008 12:38 pm) If you got a good deal on the Altima 2.5 SL w/ connection pkg, it would be less expensive than a similarly equipped Accord EX-L 4-cyl. Something is definitely wrong here...I haven't yet seen what I would call a comparable Altima/Accord pricing comparason in which the Accord was priced cheaper. Further investigation would definitely be in order before buying...
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Replying to: busiris (Jul 06, 2008 1:56 pm) So that is something to think about when you look at your next new car, pull the door handles, shut the doors, close the trunk, look at the engine. These details make a difference for me, it tells me that they cared about everything, all the way down to the door switches.
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Replying to: bvdj84 (Jul 06, 2008 4:46 pm) |
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Replying to: altimrs (Jul 06, 2008 5:26 pm) . I'm sorry to hear about the new cell phone law in California. The 2.5 SL's w/ connection pkg is fairly rare by itself, but seeing as bluetooth could be a huge asset now, it would make them pretty difficult to find. I bet this is the last generation of cars that bluetooth is a high-grade option. Next generation, it will more than likely be mainstream technology due to demand for it. I would also be willing to wager that there will be more 2009 Altima SL's due to the inclusion of bluetooth. Nissan/Honda/Toyota needs to capitalize on these markets due to demand for technology like this.
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