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Re: Need some advise [eric106] by out4cat
Sep 23, 2008 (4:38 pm)
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Replying to: eric106 (Sep 23, 2008 3:42 pm)

I suggest you call NIMAC if they financed/leased you the Pathfinder. Ask if for customer loyalty they have a deal where your remaining payments will be waived. I have done that for 3 month remaining but not for as many as you have left, never hurts to call and ask.
What is the sticker price of the Maxima you are leasing? How many monthly payments of 563.00 (that seems way high). What is the 2,000 down for (You need to know where your money is going because they will pocket it in fees and you will just lose your hard earned money). Ask for the residual for your Maxima and work your deal backwards from there. If you want a simple way to calculate, take the sticker price multiply it by .0125 and by .015, your monthly payment should fall within that range with only 1st month and tags out the door.
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Re: Need some advise [eric106] by out4cat
Sep 23, 2008 (4:44 pm)
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Replying to: eric106 (Sep 23, 2008 3:42 pm)

Hey also look at message 415, some of the prices I have paid in lease monthly payments with the actual sticker on each car.
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Re: Need some advise [out4cat] by eric106
Sep 23, 2008 (5:10 pm)
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Replying to: out4cat (Sep 23, 2008 4:38 pm)

I called nissan and asked for early termination figure and it was something around 3900 wasn't worth it. $563.00 was for 39 month lease with the remaining 9 months at 409.00 from the pathfinder and if i didnt have those pathfinder payment the lease would be 500.00 for 39 months. the sticker of the 2009 maxima is 37,500.00 and sales tax in new jersey is 7% so what do u think i should be paying for the maxima. 15000 miles a year. thank. need help please
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Re: Need some advise [eric106] by habitat1
Sep 24, 2008 (7:52 am)
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Replying to: eric106 (Sep 23, 2008 5:10 pm)

I think you should just keep the Pathfinder for at least another 6-7 months, pay the cost of the additional miles, and then switch to a Maxima if the economics make more sense. As I have indicated before, I'm not a leasing expert, but if I take all the figures you are quoting and net them out, it looks like you are grossly overpaying for a Maxima. There is a good chance Maxima's will be selling under invoice well before your Pathfinder lease is up and your negotiating power will be considerably greater.
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Re: Need some advise [eric106] by alexstore
Sep 24, 2008 (8:27 am)
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Replying to: eric106 (Sep 23, 2008 5:10 pm)

HOLD ON WITH PATHFINDER and IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH PAYMENTS. In 9 month 2010 maxima will be out and most if not all issues/ problems 09 has will be addressed. Compare for example 04 and 05 maxima for recalls and TSBs.
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Re: Need some advise [eric106] by sanjaysdca
Sep 24, 2008 (9:49 am)
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Replying to: eric106 (Sep 23, 2008 3:32 pm)

If I were you I would keep the pathfinder and curb my desire to get a Maxima...This is purely based on financials..
 
There is an emotional aspect to owning the car. If you are dealing with GOTTA HAVE MAX and get rid of Pathfinder..then I would do the following:
 
Negotiate better price on Max
Try to negotiate 3900 for lease termination
if everything fails and the numbers are written in stone and YOU GOTTA HAVE MAX then terminating pathfinder lease and getting a max seems like a simpler and cleaner option.
 
I generally dont lease cars...but if I was bitten and HAVE to lease I would only lease it in multiple of 12 months (So I dont pay taxes/use fee for 48 months & use the car for 39 months) and NOT more then 36 month (at which the warrenty expires..you spend $500 to reset the chk engine light in 39th month just before returning the car)
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Re: Need some advise [eric106] by out4cat
Sep 24, 2008 (3:21 pm)
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Replying to: eric106 (Sep 23, 2008 3:42 pm)

Eric I know what it is like to have the itch for a car but the best advise I can give you when it comes to Nissans is DON'T GET 1ST YEAR OF PRODUCTION. In July the 2010 model will be out and hopefully tweaked to address recurring problems (I second that advise).Don't be the guinea pig with the 09, I was that with the 04 and it does not feel good at all to have 32K tied up in a nightmare. Each of the replies to your questions have merit, calculate how much you will pay in excess mileage by end of lease and figure that against the $3,900.00 early termination cost, I doubt you will hit that. But if you absolutely don't care about that and just have to have the 09 Max, the monthly payments on your car at $37,500 should be between $469.00 for 39, or $562.00 for 30 months or so. These are just target figures based on my experience with leases. Certainly the car will have a good discount and that will help with the payments. By the way those figures are out the door with 0.00 down, tax included, 0.00 deposit because you are a repeat customer, plus tag and title. Also shop around, dealers vary in sleaziness, car direct.com is an option. Yellow pages used to have auto brokers instead of auto dealers, they do not have inventory costs and therefore you save money. If you do not have trustworthy dealer with which you have a relationship, shop around.
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2009 Maxima - 1 month owner's feedback by go_mdx1
Sep 24, 2008 (6:11 pm)
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I’ve had my 2009 Maxima for over 1 month now and nearly 800 miles. I’m very happy with my car purchase!! It's 60% luxury and 40% sport which is just the right amount of luxury/sport for me. Those wanting more sport, go with the new G37 or 328i. Those wanting more luxury, go with the GS 350 or M35. Of course, these cars are a bit more money and may not be considered direct competitors to the Maxima. But, for me, they were.
 
Strengths
- The ride and drive is a perfect blend of luxury and performance. 0 to 60mph in 6.3 secs, yet a nice comfortable ride on the highway.
- Very little road noise at highway speeds. Check out the sound insulation in the wheel wells!
- Highly recommend the Premium Package (dual moon roofs, air conditioned seat, rearview camera, rear seat ac/radio controls, power sunscreen). This option package sets it apart from its competitors such as Accord, TL and G35.
- Air conditioning is extremely strong – this has always been a strong suit of Nissan’s. Lexus/Acura “low flow” air conditioning are a step back in my opinion
- iPod integration is the “best in the business” according to most car reviews.
- HID lights offer perfect light projection on the horizontal and vertical .
- Maxima does an excellent job on the “little touches”:
    - Door lights are curved 90 degrees at the bottom doubling as puddle lamps.
    - Sun visor extensions are provided.
    - Video cable outputs allow you to watch movies on the NAV screen.
    - Extremely large glove box.
    - Extra large cup/map holders on the front side doors.
    - 2009 Quick Reference Guide is great! 30 page manual - short and sweet.
 
Weaknesses
- Bose Radio has two subwoofers in the rear which gives an extremely strong base sound – especially for those who sit in the back seats! I’m surprised there is not complaints about this.
- Braking power is not as strong as the competitors.
- While the trunk is fairly large (14.2 cu ft.), the trunk opening is small!
- Navigation software is nearly a year old (software version says 07-08 model yr)
- Zig-zag oil dipstick from the Gen 4 Maxima is still there!
- Tire Pressure Monitors should show air pressure for each tire – like on the Infiniti
 
Gas Mileage
- I’ve been getting 21 mpg mostly city and 28 mpg pure highway. Overall, I’d say the gas mileage is very close to the EPA ratings.
 
Defects
- None so far.
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Re: 2009 Maxima - 1 month owner's feedback [go_mdx1] by alexstore
Sep 25, 2008 (4:20 am)
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Replying to: go_mdx1 (Sep 24, 2008 6:11 pm)

THANK YOU FOR YOUR REVIEW.
If I was on a market for a new car, i will follow your opinions.
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Re: 2009 Maxima - 1 month owner's feedback [go_mdx1] by ahossa1
Sep 25, 2008 (1:49 pm)
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Replying to: go_mdx1 (Sep 24, 2008 6:11 pm)

Your critique of the car is exactly what I was looking for since June 08. I believe I will love this car as you do. The weaknesses I can tolerate. I am sold on this car.

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