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Re: 2009 Maxima - 6 month report card [tmikeb] by out4cat
Apr 29, 2009 (4:38 pm)
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Replying to: tmikeb (Apr 29, 2009 3:08 pm)

Coincidentally, today on my way to work I saw a black 09 with the sport package and for the first time loved the car. Then on the way home I saw one on my way home in slate, also with the sport package, and loved it too. Maybe the cloudy weather brought out the shine in both cars and they looked good. One plus to both cars was the "Frost" color seats vs. the black interior which in my opinion makes it stand out less, the contrast is definitely a plus. I now drive an 07 in precision grey, right in the middle of black and slate. The color is light enough to be easy to take care of, I do not have a garage and live in the DC area, this color hardly shows dirt. Another 09 color I like is the mystique jade, grey-ish color with a green hue that is pretty unique and should also be easy to take care of. And my favorite, Tuscan sun, would be very difficult to keep clean, beautiful when just washed, but dirt would show right after the wash.
1800 miles on the car you saw is actually not that much, and untitled means you get it as new with full warranty. It is always a good idea to wait for more incentives, good luck with your decision.
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Re: 2009 Maxima - 6 month report card [go_mdx1] by maxima03
Apr 29, 2009 (6:29 pm)
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Replying to: go_mdx1 (Feb 15, 2009 6:47 pm)

Sounds impressive, especially, the lower road/tire noise.
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Re: 2009 Maxima - 6 month report card [out4cat] by tmikeb
Apr 30, 2009 (7:12 am)
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Replying to: out4cat (Apr 29, 2009 4:38 pm)

Both of the ones I looked at had the Charcoal interior. I like the light but prefer the dark. The light is too hard to keep clean when you are constantly in and out making sales calls.
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MAY REBATES by tmikeb
Apr 30, 2009 (11:06 am)
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Anyone heard any grumblings about May 2009 Rebates?
I am guessing they are going up... a bunch.
 
I reviewed the sales of the Maxima and Altima since August. The numbers look horrible regardless of what the dealers are telling us. Year over year sales:
 
Maxima
AUG 08 +15%
SEPT -19.1%
OCT +33%
NOV -37.2%
DEC -16%
JAN 09 -30.3%
FEB -38.4%
MAR -26.4%
 
Altima
AUG 08 -.5%
SEPT -42.4
OCT -18.5%
NOV -45.3%
DEC -31.2%
JAN 09 -34.7%
FEB -31.5%
MAR -37.8%
 
I am interested to see April's numbers that should be release next Monday.
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Re: 2009 Maxima - 6 month report card [tmikeb] by out4cat
Apr 30, 2009 (2:48 pm)
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Replying to: tmikeb (Apr 30, 2009 7:12 am)

Funny you should mention that, I have the frost interior and simply spray it with Turtle Wax leather cleaner and conditioner once a month, works great.
Last weekend I borrowed my cousin's Pathfinder with charcoal seats, as a gesture of gratitude, I detailed it as a thank you for letting me borrow it. You would not believe the color of the white towel I used to clean up the leather, WOW does charcoal hide dirt or what. I see your point is what I am trying to say. In order to prevent drying out and cracking, I suggest using a cleaner/conditioner often to keep the leather moist, no matter what the color.
Nissan sales on Altima and Maxima have dramatically gone down, as per your data. Where did you get all that percentage data by the way, I will monitor leasing deals in the next couple of months and maybe get one.
May I suggest the new Hyundai Genesis, bigger car, more luxury, great reviews, and only a couple of grand off in price. Around here we have a deal being advertised for 2500 down and 399 a month on a Genesis, WOW!!
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Re: 2009 Maxima - 6 month report card [out4cat] by tmikeb
Apr 30, 2009 (3:27 pm)
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Replying to: out4cat (Apr 30, 2009 2:48 pm)

I google 'nissan sales february 2009' or whatever month I want to see. Here is one result:
 
http://news.prnewswire.com/DisplayReleaseContent.aspx?ACCT=ind_focus.story&STORY- - - =/www/story/03-03-2009/0004982287&EDATE=
 
Some have each model like the link above does. Auto Channel usually only has an overall summary and nothing to specific.
 
If I can get the deal I need, I would definitely accept the frost interior. My wife actually likes it better and it would be cooler in the summer. I got a feeling that if I hold out a while, I will be able to get a Maxima loaded up like I want for the price my company allows. It may require me not getting my exact color of choice, but I like color I have seen so far.
 
One dealer told me that they can put Navigation in any premium Maxima. He said it was a simple chip install on the rear of the radio? He also said it could be done for less than 1200 may be even less than 1K. Any idea if he knows what he is talking about?
 
I drove the Genesis and it was okay. The car didn't feel as solid as the Maxima. I also need to get past the idea that Hyundia builds cheap quality vehicles. Also, they were not dealing on the Genesis. They say they sell as fast as they come in.
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April 2009 Sales by tmikeb
May 01, 2009 (12:20 pm)
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APRIL 2009 Sales Numbers Year over Year for the Month
 
Maxima +62.7% - nice recovery, but still -17% for the year which has to be a huge disappointment in the first year of a model overhaul.
 
Altima -46.9% and -37.7% for the year. I am thinking some big rebates are coming on Altima's.
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Re: 2009 Maxima - 6 month report card [tmikeb] by out4cat
May 01, 2009 (3:21 pm)
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Replying to: tmikeb (Apr 30, 2009 3:27 pm)

I am not totally sold on the Genesis either, they look great but I would have to drive one for a while to see the light and decide to follow it. They are allover the place here in the DC area.
There are some great deals advertised on the Maxima, 2999.00 down and 299.00 per month on a lease though, you would look for rebates on a buy deal. I have not yet seen anything on the Altima but the dealers here have them stacked up on the lot.
I only have 2 hold backs on the Maxima, the CVT, and requirement for premium fuel. My 1st wish would be the Tuscan Sun with Sport Package and Cafe Latte interior (not available- Nissan only sells that color with charcoal seats if you pay the 2,300.00 for the sport package). 2nd wish would be the Mystique Jade with Sport Package and Cafe Latte interior (same story - not available with sport package). So in light of the absence of the option to have the cafe latte interior, I would have to get a black one or a precision grey one with frost seats, not bad but still not my wish. I am one of those who think that the color makes the car, of course that depends on the buyer's preference.
I am not too familiar with what it would take to get the Nav capability, but if a 1K chip does it, then that is the way to go. Me I get the stuff for free, I google where I want to go, map quest and print. Yes it is old fashioned but it works and it is cheaper LOL. I do understand the need for Nave in your field of work if you are constantly out on the road selling.
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Re: April 2009 Sales [tmikeb] by go_mdx1
May 02, 2009 (5:04 pm)
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Replying to: tmikeb (May 01, 2009 12:20 pm)

Yep, at my local Nissan dealer, their Maxima inventory really went down towards the end of April. 10 were on the lot at the begining of April, now there's only 2 left. Rebates must be helping here.

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