Re: Nissan Maxima 94-2000
Depends who you buy the car from and how they took care of it. If the owner was some spoiled teen then you are out of luck. I have seen these kids rape the car left and right. Car itself is strong. Keep in mind you are talking about TWO different engine types: 94 and before had the VG engine still a 6cyl and 95-01 had a VQ. VQ engine has been one of the best engines for some time now. You can pick up a nice 99 GLE (if you prefer automatic) or a SE (5speed) for around 6k with nice low miles. That car will run forever with just oil changes as long as you dong dog it around. The only known problems were related to the alternator and sometimes the starter. Alternator was covered under the Nissan Recall. Starter can be purchased from any autopart store for 100 bucks or so.
Any other questions? Just post em here. Oh and how I know all this? Well that was my First Car 
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