@Divided States of America I love those monte carlo's! I had one a while back. The 3.8l is as good as any engine you'll ever find. I actually have one of these reviews on a 2005 Grand Prix with the 3.8 if you'd like to check it out. Thanks for watching!
Hey man, so I have a friend that offered to sell her 2004 maxima to me for $800. It has a lot of those issues you talked about, like the jerky transmission and a/c having to be filled once a year, minus the rust though. What do you think at that price point?
@@brianvath9186 its hard for me to say no to an $800 car but honestly you're going to have more money in it than it's worth by the time you get it sorted out.
It depends how the owners taken car the maxima, my uncle has almost 300k. No engine or trans issue coz its well maintained. Timing chain of nissan is part of maintenance so if you start hearing timing chain noise just fix it and your max will last longer.
@@ilovebaconarro6504 timing chain is NOT a maintenance. It’s suppose to Last the life of the engine. Renault lowered Nissan reliability. Up your expectations.
Facts mine was side swiped & recently in a hit in run the person fucked up only my control arms no dent just scratched up ion kno this car been eating damage like it’s nothing
My hobby car, I got a 2006 gold model SE in mint condition that I had since day 1, Tranie rebuilt, air condition fixed just normal wear and tear part like motor mount ect. Did a few mode’s, engine towers brace cross, heavy duty shocks in rear and springs on rear. Sound proofing the doors floor board, roof and trunk, Lots of factory’s power love driving it only 65,000 miles as off 2024 January. In Las Vegas the whole time no rust. Also just installed Amazon Z-edge front and rear dash camera great for backing up.
I've currently own 3 Max a 99 5spd with 297, a 02 6spd with 262, and just got a 05 6spd with 137 on the odometer love these cars and if u have any timing chain noise give it a laxative "mineral oil" 16oz give it 8oz wait about 2 weeks make sure u are not over filling the oil then add the other 8oz it makes a difference it helps...
@@Deydontkno I still have it, runs good sometimes has electrical issues with the automatic windows, occasional transmission slip after driving for several hours. I mainly use it to commute to work. It has 178k now.
I miss my 2004 maxima, she would drive well on highways but at red lights she would take forever to pick up speed. One day I changed the gaskets and oil just kept spilling from the bottom I regret not taking the time and money to fix her. Now I’m 28k in debt for a used 2019 that has about the same mileage as this car. Oh and the 2019 is also a cvt 1.5t “junk” car , can’t even afford insurance on it smh. About to be Down two months on my car note. But I just started a new job at Walmart so 1.4.24 I shall pay my car note 😭
Bought a new early 04 with older 4 speed auto trans, so good on trans, still running strong at 210,000. Did have timing chain and guides replace early at 94,000 miles. Front suspension, brakes and engine mounts seem to be week points.
Dude sorry but you are basing you review on just this car? i got a great 2004 maxima only problem i know of is the Bose stereo system not working unless its over 75 degrees Fahrenheit so please try again tyvm :)
You forgot to mention that Maxima's are notorious for having coil pack issues. The 2007/08 models at least. I've owned four of them. 1997, 2002, 2007 and another 2007. The 2002 was the pick of the litter. 👍
I found a 6mt version of this car with the orange paint color. I’ve never seen another one like mine yet. Despite the hate I love this cars styling minus the chrome grill I’ve had to replace a coil due to a misfire but it was behind the manifold so I just replaced all of them and spark plugs rear struts because it was sagging brakes and rotors all around and that’s it. Haven’t had a problem but Ive only driven the car for 12000 miles wish me luck lol
TopLineRacer I’ve heard about it but I’m not sure what to listen for tbh. I’m assuming it’s a loud rattle when you start it up. That’s good news I’m glad I avoided all the problems
@@housseinahmed6240 Its usually not terribly loud. Just sounds like a chain rattling when you first start it and will get louder as time goes on until it jumps (and blows the motor). Just keep you oil changed and topped up, thats really all you can do.
I think a lot of people did the transmission valve body / transgo kit wrong, or forgot to change trans fluid. Then blamed the car. I know it should have a trans fluid cooler. The struts are ass. It's a pain to change those coils in the back... The power steering pump will eventually need replaced. But the car is solid. If you took care of it. I encourage people to just.. man up, do it all yourslef as a project car, and get ready for a great car after some tweaks.
I'm doing so now. But I had to replace the transmission already before I could try the transport kit( but I would have changed the trans fluid anyways). Just fixed a steering pump leak, replaced suspension, electric engine mount, breaks n rotors and now gonna focus on fixing the rims, making a custom splitter and diffuser and wrap it myself as well. If I'm going to eventually get a newer car and do all this, I would rather project my current daily then figure out all this with a newer more expensive car.
a lot depends on how you drive your nissan... but as far as the transmission goes, sometimes the jerking is due, not to transmission issues, but to the camshaft and crankshaft sensors... try that before you spend any $$$ for a new transmission....
Roc Stone my daughter’s car is doing this exact same thing. A mechanic said to try to replace the crankshaft sensor and that it should fix the jerking problems
It's an 04 maxima... Let's be Real, Oil, Intake Manifold, Lifters and Seals. If you fix those you'll be fine. I've put 50,000 miles on the car after it sat for 2 years next to a barn in high grass. They're great cars you just need to ask someone who owns one and drives it everyday
Well i have the same car. I have had it since 04! , havent even had a problem! Still looks bran new! Its all about how u take care of it! I do oil changes when needs to be done on time! I put good gas like nitro plus! Not cheap gas! I do gas treatments 1once a month. I put new transmission fluid every 4weeks. I keep my car updated! With new torques keep my engine cool with anti freeze and i have 600k miles on my car! I keep the leather taken care of it! Same with AC treatment! I also replace breaks before they go bad! And i buff my car! And keep it shiney havent even recked it yet.
Is that an automatic? If you just choose to change trans fluid every month, that's one thing, but if you HAVE to do it to keep the trans going, that is a trans in need of a life change.
Great review. Don't buy one of these cars used with high miles. A set of tires alone will not be cheap. I owned a 6spd manual yrs ago. It was a great car (when it was new). Fun to drive ( In dry weather ONLY). Great review. Don't buy one of these cars used with high miles.
Great job in reviewing the Nissan Maxima! My father has owen atleast two 2005s Nissan Altimas and I can agree with everything you said. the aging of these vehicles to the similar problems he's dealt with. Looking forward to your next content :)
Sorry to hear this isn't the only one experiencing these problems! Unfortunately Nissan quality just isn't where it needs to be. Thanks for the support!
Purcell Mcdonald It’ll help the noise but the biggest problem is the cheap guides that Nissan installed on those engines. That said, if those guides ever decide to commit uninstall life, that motor is history. The VQ is unfortunately an interference motor.
@@qovvi2386 When you meant by jerking a lot did you mean that the shifting gear for your transmission and if so how did you fix that and what our new sensors what is that
I had a 2004 Nissan Maxima and it was a pice of junk , the transmission went out and I literally had to drive it in tiptronic mode I could only go from 1-2 gear to 4th-5th gear. The 3rd gear was non existent anymore
It depends on what you expect from a car, for a 800$ car, doing the timing chain parts isn't that expensive and a bit of bodywork, they are pretty fast for the money. The Dash isn't so bad in person really, other then maybe an Audi, most cars from the early 2000's are "dated" compared to modern design.
Thanks for watching! They generally run around $2000 and for that amount of money there's much better cars out there. It's all opinion obviously but the fake suede interior really is a terrible choice in design.
@@TopLineRacer I'll agree the cloth interior is not that great! but in 6-speed manual\leather and good condition its an interesting value proposition, thanks for the video!
This price is right but I'm guessing it's got at least some issues at that price. If you plan to take it to a garage you'll likely end up spending more than the car is worth. If you can do the work yourself you should be alright.
I bought mine for 500$ 170,000 miles but I had to replace the radiator the power steering pressure line tire rods and got the new motor mounts in today gonna change them out myself. Nissan's are good cars it's better then buying a Ford or Chevy car the 02 focus I had was problem after problem
Why do the american Maximas have such weird styling? Here in Australia we got a J31 cefiro rebadged as a maxima which still kinda looks off but sorta looks good
@@jamesolelo4406 the maxima america got was not sold outside North America All maxima sold outside the North America are based on the Japanese series There was no Maxima badged cars sold in Japan after the 1994 J30 they all got renamed to Teana, Bluebird or Cefiro depending on series and trim level Australia has always got the Japanese spec models excluding the jap exclusive performance & economy spec trims
NO! The timing chain issue though I'm though a major issue is 2nd to the God-awful CVT transmission. The transmissions have have such a high failure rate rate that is it even even after only a couple of years the resale values just completely tanked. This is one of the few few Asian cars that Wholesalers like me Won't even consider buying numbers fine no matter the price. The reason fiat Chrysler draw dropped the 200 from its lineup was because the rental car companies refused refused to add it in their fleets because of the the reliability issues and I know that several of several of the companies are no longer adding Nissans Now to their fleets as well.. You have to be Really shitty to not make a rental car companies cut. The problem was not only were the cars unreliable for the customers for the customers but they were also having difficulty reselling treselling them once retired.
Those complaining about timing chain, ⛓, I want to know, since its a V-engine will you have two chains inside it ? And will you change both chains if it has two?
Generally it's the chain guides made of plastic that wear out. Bur if you're going to go in there you may as well replace everything since there could be wear from it failing. There's atleast 2 chains. About 2k at a shop n a bit more if you replace the water pump while in there.
I had a 04 I junked it at 244k....after 200k I had to spend A LOT OF MONEY to keep it running. At the end it wasnt worth it so I just junked it. BUT believe it or not no transmission issues...but engine ticking was bad
shawn bone but you will have CVT transmission issues non with my 2004 max with 310,000 miles 5 speed automatic never had the fluid changed or drained it!!!!! Untouched... shifts smoothly instant take off to merge or race newer cars💪🏾
I don't really get the point of this review. Why would anyone buy a Maxima in that poor of condition? It depends on the person who owns the vehicle. If they took care of it, the majority of these problems wouldn't exist. I have an '04 with nearly 200k on it and the only issue it has is the driver side window doesn't go down. You didn't even drive the car, so other than looks, you're not really judging anything...
I bought a Maxima 04 as well , 128,000 miles for 800 heard the loud ticking till it died on the road and won’t turn on, no battery issues though. I think it may have jump timing , I bought the part for 110$ that includes tensioner guides and water pump bundle , hopefully when I take it to the mechanic the motor and transmission isn’t dead. The labor costs 500-600$ if it can be fixed it wud be great since this car is super fast. For now it’s a bust at the low mileage these cars stop working. This taught me a lesson to buy a Camry or lexus for sure next time, since their easily repaired and well built
just put some additives in the oil to attach to the chain guides for god sakes wtf get some liqou moli or something to butter up the chain who the fuck cares if you hear the noise even when it warms up your probably fucked though
You may want to Google common issues with this car. Not all will be like this but all cars have common issues that people would like to know about, that's why you'll see multiple comments below where people said they had the same problems.
@@Mabeylater293 Lmao umm it's Mr.Boddie lol but I understand what you are saying well I still think Nissan makes good cars alot better than the crap GM (General Motors) is putting out nowadays
I just bought a 2004 Maxima 3.5 SL Black today with 122k miles. Everything is like new inside and out. Its all about if the car has been taken care of properly.
No. These issue he brought up happen regardless as my family has had it since brand new and we only have 70k miles on it. Though the ac line thing just happened this year, that's a minor issue anyway
My 2004 Nissan Maxima with a 155,000 miles run and drive and looks like new inside out charcoal gray well maintain use only to travel sweet automobile. 👍
How often was the oil changed on this car? How bout the transmission fluid? How often did you change that? I've owned 3x 2004 maxima and only encountered the transmission problem but that was due to my own neglect. I Currently own 2004 maxima SL with 5 speed. Ive put bout 20k miles in it since i got it and it drives smooth and no problems at all. I've owned 3 nissans with the timing chain and never had to do a timing chain replacement.
Man what A car these Maximas were. This model is the last of some of the great sedans and if you optioned this right it could be a beauty especially w the quad tips. Great car
The 4 speed auto is bullet proof but the jerking can probably be remedied by changing all the shift solenoids. They become gunked when you don't replace the trans oil. This solved the problem for me. Most important drain and fill trans oil the same time when changing engine oil.
I had a friend with one of these and the transmission failed at 238k BUT it was great when it lasted I loved that suede material and it had a lot of features comepared to the competition at that time. It was suprisingly fast and the Bose sound system was rlly good
I have a love/hate for this car (mine is 05).. I love so much about this car but it has ENDLESS TRANSMISSION ISSUES. if you look at carcomplaints.com, there's a page that shows number of complaints by year, 04-06 has 3x as many complaints over any other years! And 90% of the complaints are the transmission. It's to the point where it's a given, a matter of time, any time after 100k. The valve body was not built well, most 04-06 needs a rebuilt or swapped tranny which often will cost more than the car is even worth. The transmission slips, gears stick, rough shifting, jerking when put in reverse, etc.. The hotter it gets, the worse these problems happen (I've heard it's because the boost valve isn't getting fluid where it needs to go quick enough..?).. the other problem I keep having is the O2 sensors, this is my 4th Nissan (3 Altimas, 1 Maxima) and every single one of them has needed o2s replaced more often than usual, it's a known issue with most Nissans. All of this really makes me sad, because if not for these (MAJOR!) Problems, it would be the perfect car :(
I must of had a lemon.. worst car ever own.. coils would burn out constantly / timing chain guides broke / transmission went / cat converter clogged.. 🤣
If you have a high mileage car in the central Pennsylvania area I'd love to review it!
@Divided States of America I love those monte carlo's! I had one a while back. The 3.8l is as good as any engine you'll ever find. I actually have one of these reviews on a 2005 Grand Prix with the 3.8 if you'd like to check it out. Thanks for watching!
Hey man, so I have a friend that offered to sell her 2004 maxima to me for $800. It has a lot of those issues you talked about, like the jerky transmission and a/c having to be filled once a year, minus the rust though. What do you think at that price point?
@@brianvath9186 its hard for me to say no to an $800 car but honestly you're going to have more money in it than it's worth by the time you get it sorted out.
Funny did you have to do any to get it that far??
My 04 Nissan maxima has now 217k miles on it a d still runs like a champ
That's great to hear! Thanks for watching!
It depends how the owners taken car the maxima, my uncle has almost 300k. No engine or trans issue coz its well maintained. Timing chain of nissan is part of maintenance so if you start hearing timing chain noise just fix it and your max will last longer.
I have an 01 maxima 279k runs like a beast all maintenance up to date water pump etc will last forever
Changed motor at 219 second motor pushed the dash to 235k but I think the replaced motor was defected
@@ilovebaconarro6504 timing chain is NOT a maintenance. It’s suppose to Last the life of the engine. Renault lowered Nissan reliability. Up your expectations.
I just bought the 2005 for $300. Only got 150000 on it. Every damn warning light is on but runs like a champ. Totally worth my 300 dollars
Maximas are built different
Yeah they are durable
I have an 06 with 275K . Take care of it .. and it will be a gem
Facts mine was side swiped & recently in a hit in run the person fucked up only my control arms no dent just scratched up ion kno this car been eating damage like it’s nothing
I HAVE AN 06 TOOOOOOO, yes she runs AMAZINN if you take care of er
My hobby car, I got a 2006 gold model SE in mint condition that I had since day 1, Tranie rebuilt, air condition fixed just normal wear and tear part like motor mount ect. Did a few mode’s, engine towers brace cross, heavy duty shocks in rear and springs on rear. Sound proofing the doors floor board, roof and trunk, Lots of factory’s power love driving it only 65,000 miles as off 2024 January. In Las Vegas the whole time no rust. Also just installed Amazon Z-edge front and rear dash camera great for backing up.
Nice 😊
I've currently own 3 Max a 99 5spd with 297, a 02 6spd with 262, and just got a 05 6spd with 137 on the odometer love these cars and if u have any timing chain noise give it a laxative "mineral oil" 16oz give it 8oz wait about 2 weeks make sure u are not over filling the oil then add the other 8oz it makes a difference it helps...
Can you make a how to video on the timing chain fix. Would like to watch should I get myself into another Nissan or Infiniti car
I have 08 maxima with 270k miles and I don't have any problems at all, I love the car since day ona
what about the transmission? it has a cvt right?
I just bought one she the best 1st car I own
If someone can still find one of these with the 6 speed manual for cheap, buy it and run! I have one with over 270k miles
Thanks for watching!
my 04 maxima 6spd is 293k miles and still runs good and strong
04 6mt with the orange color. 112k miles it’s my baby I didn’t get it for cheap though lol
I'm currently looking for one
I purchased one last night for $2,500 150k miles. Going to baby it for it to last a long while
Just bought a 04 maxima for $2500, 167k it’s been great no issues so far
Update on it?
@@Deydontkno I still have it, runs good sometimes has electrical issues with the automatic windows, occasional transmission slip after driving for several hours. I mainly use it to commute to work. It has 178k now.
I miss my 2004 maxima, she would drive well on highways but at red lights she would take forever to pick up speed. One day I changed the gaskets and oil just kept spilling from the bottom I regret not taking the time and money to fix her. Now I’m 28k in debt for a used 2019 that has about the same mileage as this car. Oh and the 2019 is also a cvt 1.5t “junk” car , can’t even afford insurance on it smh. About to be Down two months on my car note. But I just started a new job at Walmart so 1.4.24 I shall pay my car note 😭
Should have kept your car was well worth it
@@caseyjohnson5346 ik smh was way faster then my current Honda
I had that problem too and it was the solenoid it was a $12 fix now she drives perfect
Mine has 268k and only problem I’ve had was replacing timing chain. Totally worth it!
Was it expensive
@david heath
How much was the total cost for replacing the timing chain?
@@josesoria2155 timing chain job on this is around 2 to 2.5k. Also replace the water pump while in there.
Bought a new early 04 with older 4 speed auto trans, so good on trans, still running strong at 210,000. Did have timing chain and guides replace early at 94,000 miles. Front suspension, brakes and engine mounts seem to be week points.
What was your bill for that to be done? Contemplating having it done, thanks.
who drove this car? a bird?
Dude sorry but you are basing you review on just this car? i got a great 2004 maxima only problem i know of is the Bose stereo system not working unless its over 75 degrees Fahrenheit so please try again tyvm :)
They will run forever if you take care of them after 200,000 miles may have to replace timing kit but after that it should go another 200,000
You forgot to mention that Maxima's are notorious for having coil pack issues. The 2007/08 models at least. I've owned four of them. 1997, 2002, 2007 and another 2007. The 2002 was the pick of the litter. 👍
Do you think the 2002 maxima will dust the 2007/08 maxima tho?
I found a 6mt version of this car with the orange paint color. I’ve never seen another one like mine yet. Despite the hate I love this cars styling minus the chrome grill I’ve had to replace a coil due to a misfire but it was behind the manifold so I just replaced all of them and spark plugs rear struts because it was sagging brakes and rotors all around and that’s it. Haven’t had a problem but Ive only driven the car for 12000 miles wish me luck lol
With the manual you should avoid alot of the problems. Just watch for timing chain noise. Thanks for watching!
TopLineRacer I’ve heard about it but I’m not sure what to listen for tbh. I’m assuming it’s a loud rattle when you start it up. That’s good news I’m glad I avoided all the problems
@@housseinahmed6240 Its usually not terribly loud. Just sounds like a chain rattling when you first start it and will get louder as time goes on until it jumps (and blows the motor). Just keep you oil changed and topped up, thats really all you can do.
I think a lot of people did the transmission valve body / transgo kit wrong, or forgot to change trans fluid. Then blamed the car. I know it should have a trans fluid cooler. The struts are ass. It's a pain to change those coils in the back... The power steering pump will eventually need replaced. But the car is solid. If you took care of it. I encourage people to just.. man up, do it all yourslef as a project car, and get ready for a great car after some tweaks.
I'm doing so now. But I had to replace the transmission already before I could try the transport kit( but I would have changed the trans fluid anyways). Just fixed a steering pump leak, replaced suspension, electric engine mount, breaks n rotors and now gonna focus on fixing the rims, making a custom splitter and diffuser and wrap it myself as well. If I'm going to eventually get a newer car and do all this, I would rather project my current daily then figure out all this with a newer more expensive car.
a lot depends on how you drive your nissan... but as far as the transmission goes, sometimes the jerking is due, not to transmission issues, but to the camshaft and crankshaft sensors... try that before you spend any $$$ for a new transmission....
Good to know about the sensors. Thanks for watching!
And get your sensors from Nissan these cars don't really respond well to aftermarket sensors
Roc Stone my daughter’s car is doing this exact same thing. A mechanic said to try to replace the crankshaft sensor and that it should fix the jerking problems
Or try Valve body replacement
I'm currently considering buying one with 177k. Helpful video :)
I bought one about 4 months ago for $800 and its beautiful I will upload a video on it soon
Just bought mine a couple months ago and love it!
@@jonathanberry8255 where’s the video?
@@YHKceemrniceguy42 it's coming!
It's an 04 maxima... Let's be Real, Oil, Intake Manifold, Lifters and Seals. If you fix those you'll be fine. I've put 50,000 miles on the car after it sat for 2 years next to a barn in high grass. They're great cars you just need to ask someone who owns one and drives it everyday
Well i have the same car. I have had it since 04! , havent even had a problem! Still looks bran new! Its all about how u take care of it! I do oil changes when needs to be done on time! I put good gas like nitro plus! Not cheap gas! I do gas treatments 1once a month. I put new transmission fluid every 4weeks. I keep my car updated! With new torques keep my engine cool with anti freeze and i have 600k miles on my car! I keep the leather taken care of it! Same with AC treatment! I also replace breaks before they go bad! And i buff my car! And keep it shiney havent even recked it yet.
Wtf every 4 weeks ????
@@daswarniksogemeint7032 literally my reaction lmaoo
Is that an automatic? If you just choose to change trans fluid every month, that's one thing, but if you HAVE to do it to keep the trans going, that is a trans in need of a life change.
WalkeWalker nassin is good car not only that, its fast and sharp looking. I just bought one with 190000 miles on it.
@@daswarniksogemeint7032 😆 😆 😆
It not engine fault for noise owners fault not keeping up on oil changes
I have a 2004 maxima with 64000 miles on it. Runs like new. Drive about 2000 to 2500 a year. Lol Owned since 2007.
The timing tick is the guide NOT the chain
I have one, just changed the transmission fluid runs like new 107345 miles on it.
Great review. Don't buy one of these cars used with high miles. A set of tires alone will not be cheap. I owned a 6spd manual yrs ago. It was a great car (when it was new). Fun to drive ( In dry weather ONLY). Great review. Don't buy one of these cars used with high miles.
Girlfriend of ten years (has a great body and always in heat with me) has a white one and it's performs wonderful.
Had 04 sold with 215,000 and was still running transmission to watch for and timing chains ⛓you can find them for 400-500 dollars
Where can I find them for that price please
Great job in reviewing the Nissan Maxima! My father has owen atleast two 2005s Nissan Altimas and I can agree with everything you said. the aging of these vehicles to the similar problems he's dealt with.
Looking forward to your next content :)
Sorry to hear this isn't the only one experiencing these problems! Unfortunately Nissan quality just isn't where it needs to be. Thanks for the support!
would be nice if you would have mentioned some better options within the same price range
I'm about to buy one for 200$.
It helps to keep your oil change to help with the timming chain issues my car was jerking alot got a new sensors runs great
Oil changes doesn’t affect the timing belts. Lmaoo.
But it help with the noise of the timing chain
Purcell Mcdonald It’ll help the noise but the biggest problem is the cheap guides that Nissan installed on those engines. That said, if those guides ever decide to commit uninstall life, that motor is history. The VQ is unfortunately an interference motor.
@@qovvi2386 When you meant by jerking a lot did you mean that the shifting gear for your transmission and if so how did you fix that and what our new sensors what is that
Yes u know what you are saying about Maxima but I,m a mechanic and I have one and I use two transmission oil c cooler
I had a 2004 Nissan Maxima and it was a pice of junk , the transmission went out and I literally had to drive it in tiptronic mode I could only go from 1-2 gear to 4th-5th gear. The 3rd gear was non existent anymore
My 2015 prius has 250k miles still drve like new
Lol it’s 2015!!! That’s still pretty new for 7 yr old car and damn you drive a lot for 2015
It depends on what you expect from a car, for a 800$ car, doing the timing chain parts isn't that expensive and a bit of bodywork, they are pretty fast for the money. The Dash isn't so bad in person really, other then maybe an Audi, most cars from the early 2000's are "dated" compared to modern design.
Thanks for watching! They generally run around $2000 and for that amount of money there's much better cars out there. It's all opinion obviously but the fake suede interior really is a terrible choice in design.
@@TopLineRacer I'll agree the cloth interior is not that great! but in 6-speed manual\leather and good condition its an interesting value proposition, thanks for the video!
@@Kingsoupturbo that's exactly what I have 06 6speed black with black leather interior. 149k
The 2000-02 was the best of the last.. They died to me after they merged with that shitbox company
I found one for $400 should i buy it with 189000 miles on it
This price is right but I'm guessing it's got at least some issues at that price. If you plan to take it to a garage you'll likely end up spending more than the car is worth. If you can do the work yourself you should be alright.
I bought mine for 500$ 170,000 miles but I had to replace the radiator the power steering pressure line tire rods and got the new motor mounts in today gonna change them out myself.
Nissan's are good cars it's better then buying a Ford or Chevy car the 02 focus I had was problem after problem
I only have one major problem with my 05 max (rust under the driver/passenger seat) and I see it on alot of them 🤔
I have the exact same problem with my 05 maxima Se edition and wanna know how to get the rust problem fixed?
Why do the american Maximas have such weird styling?
Here in Australia we got a J31 cefiro rebadged as a maxima which still kinda looks off but sorta looks good
This is how a Japanese made maxima looks everywhere not just America. Yours has a less modern update reminiscent of the older generation
@@jamesolelo4406 the maxima america got was not sold outside North America
All maxima sold outside the North America are based on the Japanese series
There was no Maxima badged cars sold in Japan after the 1994 J30 they all got renamed to Teana, Bluebird or Cefiro depending on series and trim level
Australia has always got the Japanese spec models excluding the jap exclusive performance & economy spec trims
Good review
If I had me maxima I would still drive it just to work I miss my 95 just had radiators issue I just have to replace and ac just needed cooling
NO! The timing chain issue though I'm though a major issue is 2nd to the God-awful CVT transmission. The transmissions have have such a high failure rate rate that is it even even after only a couple of years the resale values just completely tanked. This is one of the few few Asian cars that Wholesalers like me Won't even consider buying numbers fine no matter the price. The reason fiat Chrysler draw dropped the 200 from its lineup was because the rental car companies refused refused to add it in their fleets because of the the reliability issues and I know that several of several of the companies are no longer adding Nissans Now to their fleets as well.. You have to be Really shitty to not make a rental car companies cut. The problem was not only were the cars unreliable for the customers for the customers but they were also having difficulty reselling treselling them once retired.
Those complaining about timing chain, ⛓, I want to know, since its a V-engine will you have two chains inside it ? And will you change both chains if it has two?
Generally it's the chain guides made of plastic that wear out. Bur if you're going to go in there you may as well replace everything since there could be wear from it failing. There's atleast 2 chains. About 2k at a shop n a bit more if you replace the water pump while in there.
How do we flatten a curve the size or about the one in Lee Stones rod!!
I had a 04 I junked it at 244k....after 200k I had to spend A LOT OF MONEY to keep it running. At the end it wasnt worth it so I just junked it. BUT believe it or not no transmission issues...but engine ticking was bad
CVT never gave me issues. Not many cars hit 100k without issues or 65k even 35k.
This one didn't come with cvt. That was like for the 06 or 07 model.
Time alone has been rough on the dashboard design. Wow, that's dated.
Agreed
7:17. It sounds like its summoning another Maxima to mate with!
Thanks I was going to buy one but I'll pass
Glad I was able to help! Thanks for watching!
Ditch the engine for a 2012 and up engine and you'll have zero engine issues.
shawn bone but you will have CVT transmission issues non with my 2004 max with 310,000 miles 5 speed automatic never had the fluid changed or drained it!!!!! Untouched... shifts smoothly instant take off to merge or race newer cars💪🏾
I had a 04 lasted till 244k...after spending a whole lot trying to keep it alive 😂😂 IT GOT JUNKED 💯
244k is still not too bad! Thanks for watching!
To replace the transmission and do the timing chain is about 7k. Is that really much in repairs for that many miles
Bought mine 04 Nissan maxima 71k miles for 4.5k was a good deal?
Bad
I Have Every Problem This Car Have Beside The Trans I Been Spending Money To Get It Right Previous Owners Neglected It Worse Buy
I don't really get the point of this review. Why would anyone buy a Maxima in that poor of condition? It depends on the person who owns the vehicle. If they took care of it, the majority of these problems wouldn't exist. I have an '04 with nearly 200k on it and the only issue it has is the driver side window doesn't go down. You didn't even drive the car, so other than looks, you're not really judging anything...
I must know how to pick em..
GREAT NISSAN.
Is this a thing?
most of that's cosmetic and it's easy to fix
oh fuck me its the auto i wanted a review on the 6 speed but im guessing im the only idiot who but the manual maxima
2004 was a bad year for transmission
funny the interior looks like it was from 2004...
Nice men and gentlemen when we can meet up
I bought a Maxima 04 as well , 128,000 miles for 800 heard the loud ticking till it died on the road and won’t turn on, no battery issues though. I think it may have jump timing , I bought the part for 110$ that includes tensioner guides and water pump bundle , hopefully when I take it to the mechanic the motor and transmission isn’t dead. The labor costs 500-600$ if it can be fixed it wud be great since this car is super fast. For now it’s a bust at the low mileage these cars stop working. This taught me a lesson to buy a Camry or lexus for sure next time, since their easily repaired and well built
Nissans especially the vq engines are good for 300k+ you sir bought a lemon which can happen when it comes to buying any kind of car.
@@youtubebannedme4207 this ain't a lemon if it's a manufacturer flaw
Lol mine has 220k miles and has only costed 3900usd total. That's after buying it second hand and repairing it. So...
how much you paid for it before repairs? (I'm looking at 07 maxima with 127k for $2000 with No AC. and TPS not working)
@@Commenting800 everything working except driving assists. 160k miles, 2.35kusd
Do You Think A 2004 Nissan Maxima With 128k Miles For $2,550 Would Be Worth It ? In 2019
@@nuwhips make sure all the electronics work. At least the ones that are expensive
@@nuwhips If it's from an Owner that has had it for a least a few years Yes..if it's someone flipping it then i wouldn't pay more than 18 bills
just put some additives in the oil to attach to the chain guides for god sakes wtf get some liqou moli or something to butter up the chain who the fuck cares if you hear the noise even when it warms up your probably fucked though
Ah yes. This particular car has issues so this car is a bust! No one can ever get one now, they will all be exactly like this.
You may want to Google common issues with this car. Not all will be like this but all cars have common issues that people would like to know about, that's why you'll see multiple comments below where people said they had the same problems.
@@TopLineRacerah sucks to suck I guess. Never seen any of these. Not even close, runs like a dream. Best daily ever
Glad to hear yours is running well.
Mines got 215
My favorite body style is the 2003. They’re stylish cars. This year is hideous.
The timing chain guides, valve body, and burns oil are the biggest problems. Do not buy worst Maxima ever.
NY N im at 237 and it runs great
Yall think just 200k is good lol im at 245k
Really I'm at 280k best car ever A33 maxima
Worst car I ever owned.
Just found one for sale with 49,000 miles for $4,500.00, deal?
The price sounds good. They aren't great cars but with that mileage you might be alright.
It's a steal..
YEP STEAL MY 6spd. HAS 212,000miles AND HAS LOST NO POWER. HAVE SPENT ALOT OF $$$ ON HER BUT BEEN WORTH IT. I'VE HAD IT FOR 7 YRS.
Nissan stop making great cars and trucks in the 90's
Agreed
B.S. they still make great cars
Mr baddie
For transmission shops and mechanics in general. Renault=Nissan=JUNK!
@@Mabeylater293 Lmao umm it's Mr.Boddie lol but I understand what you are saying well I still think Nissan makes good cars alot better than the crap GM (General Motors) is putting out nowadays
This was the last good Nissan
21st century looks? I'll pass, its hideous.
I just bought a 2004 Maxima 3.5 SL Black today with 122k miles. Everything is like new inside and out. Its all about if the car has been taken care of properly.
Just bought one in July with 180,000 miles on it and love it
No. These issue he brought up happen regardless as my family has had it since brand new and we only have 70k miles on it.
Though the ac line thing just happened this year, that's a minor issue anyway
My 2004 Nissan Maxima with a 155,000 miles run and drive and looks like new inside out charcoal gray well maintain use only to travel sweet automobile. 👍
How often was the oil changed on this car? How bout the transmission fluid? How often did you change that? I've owned 3x 2004 maxima and only encountered the transmission problem but that was due to my own neglect. I Currently own 2004 maxima SL with 5 speed. Ive put bout 20k miles in it since i got it and it drives smooth and no problems at all. I've owned 3 nissans with the timing chain and never had to do a timing chain replacement.
nice just bought a 04 maxima SL with 170k mi
I’m pretty sure the 2004 SL comes with a 4 speed auto, the SE had the 5 speed auto
What did you neglect? Transmission change interval?
And why did you have so many lol
Man what A car these Maximas were. This model is the last of some of the great sedans and if you optioned this right it could be a beauty especially w the quad tips. Great car
Yep, I love my 07, had it for 2 years.
The 4 speed auto is bullet proof but the jerking can probably be remedied by changing all the shift solenoids. They become gunked when you don't replace the trans oil. This solved the problem for me. Most important drain and fill trans oil the same time when changing engine oil.
I had a friend with one of these and the transmission failed at 238k BUT it was great when it lasted I loved that suede material and it had a lot of features comepared to the competition at that time. It was suprisingly fast and the Bose sound system was rlly good
I have a love/hate for this car (mine is 05).. I love so much about this car but it has ENDLESS TRANSMISSION ISSUES. if you look at carcomplaints.com, there's a page that shows number of complaints by year, 04-06 has 3x as many complaints over any other years! And 90% of the complaints are the transmission. It's to the point where it's a given, a matter of time, any time after 100k. The valve body was not built well, most 04-06 needs a rebuilt or swapped tranny which often will cost more than the car is even worth. The transmission slips, gears stick, rough shifting, jerking when put in reverse, etc.. The hotter it gets, the worse these problems happen (I've heard it's because the boost valve isn't getting fluid where it needs to go quick enough..?).. the other problem I keep having is the O2 sensors, this is my 4th Nissan (3 Altimas, 1 Maxima) and every single one of them has needed o2s replaced more often than usual, it's a known issue with most Nissans. All of this really makes me sad, because if not for these (MAJOR!) Problems, it would be the perfect car :(
I must of had a lemon.. worst car ever own.. coils would burn out constantly / timing chain guides broke / transmission went / cat converter clogged.. 🤣
6:27 the speakers actually melted
The ecus rot
Best car ever