Pathylogical Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 I currently have a 95 pathy and we are getting ready to buy an 03 (most likely) pathy. What should I look for in a used one. I know the 95 had the manifold issue and frame rot around the rear tires. Are there specific problems to look for on the 03's? Any advice what so ever on em? Thanks guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
94extreme Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 the main issue for me is that they are already frameless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevs03pathy Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 I had to have the radiator changed three times because of cracking. I think this last one was an upgrade because I havn't had any problems yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trainman Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 Here is a review of used 01-03 Pathy (would apply to the 04 as well) review A summary from the review: Report Cards 2001 Nissan Pathfinder SE Road Test Access: C Driving position: B Instruments/Controls: B Visibility: C Climate Control: B+ Steering: B- Brakes: B Handling: B Acceleration: B+ Engine: A Transmission: A Interior space: C Trunk/Cargo: C Noise/Vibration/Harshness: B Durability/Reliability Overall: A Mechanical: A Hardware/Body/Paint/Trim: A Safety Anti-lock braking: yes Airbags (driver/passenger): yes/yes Traction control: four-wheel drive Driver/Passenger Front Crash Protection: ****/***** (out of 5) Insurance history Collision cost rating: worse than average Comprehensive cost rating: worse than average Theft claim cost rating: worse than average Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pathylogical Posted September 7, 2006 Author Share Posted September 7, 2006 Thanks folks, That model run went from 2000-2004? No pathy for 2005 and reintroduced in 2006 right? We are looking used with the fewest miles probably 2003-2004. I just want to make sure there are no advantages to one year or the other. I also wanted to make sure to avoid any known problems or make sure they were fixed. I leanred that from the manifolds on the 95, I shoulda had that repaired but didn't know. We love our pathy's and just geeting ready to modernize. I get the 95 as a play toy! It already has the Calmini 3" and steering system upgrade!! wooot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pezzy Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 That model run went from 2000-2004? No pathy for 2005 and reintroduced in 2006 right? The R50's are from 96-2004, they changed up a couple minor things in 99.5, mostly cosmetic.... in 2005 they introduced the newest pathy we have now. I dont know of any issues that came up during certain years of the R50's. In general the only known issues for these trucks is the struts, and in the newer ones equipped with the Bose stereo's - there have been issues with the Deck... but that's an easy fix, get an aftermarket stereo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trainman Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 The R50's are from 96-2004, they changed up a couple minor things in 99.5, mostly cosmetic.... in 2005 they introduced the newest pathy we have now. I dont know of any issues that came up during certain years of the R50's. In general the only known issues for these trucks is the struts, and in the newer ones equipped with the Bose stereo's - there have been issues with the Deck... but that's an easy fix, get an aftermarket stereo! On the Bose, it is the 6 cd changer that is the issue. The tape deck is fine, as is the radio part. I have had no issues with my 02, very happy with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pezzy Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 sorry my bad, lol, my cheesy stock tape deck works great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vengeful Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 But you don't have a stock tape deck anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pezzy Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 I still have it... makes a great paper weight! It was functioning when I replaced it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vengeful Posted September 7, 2006 Share Posted September 7, 2006 Oh...right, because your office in the center of your building with no windows is SOOOO windy, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OR99.5Speed Posted September 9, 2006 Share Posted September 9, 2006 R50s are really cute. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
navygz19 Posted September 12, 2006 Share Posted September 12, 2006 2k2...best year evAr for Pathy's (though there's a bazillion people on here who will hang me now for sayin' that :-)) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vengeful Posted September 12, 2006 Share Posted September 12, 2006 *Hang!* 1999 was the best year EvArrrrrrrrr.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
navygz19 Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 *Hang!* 1999 was the best year EvArrrrrrrrr.... *Loosens noose around his neck* I beg to differ, my friend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordsho90 Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 Its a CAr-50 need you ask anymore??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
navygz19 Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 Its a CAr-50 need you ask anymore??? At least I have a cool roof rack that tells the WORLD I drive a Pathfinder How've you been man?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordsho90 Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 I'am ok hows bout yourself? havent seen you around in awhile; where you been hiding? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest pyrophilus Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 Said this in another posting, but: R50 ran from 96-04. I had a '97 that I traded in for a 01 (back in 01). 96-97 had VG33DE engine, which was 160HP and 190 torque. 97-00 also had VG33DE, but it was bumped to 170HP. 01-04 has VQ35DE which is 240HP with timing chain Going from 160HP '97 to 240HP '01 was pretty neat. The exhaust manifolds of VG33DE engines are known to crack. 01-04's have alot of emission problems ("service engine light" on). I had my light come on-and off since new, and recently replaced the entire EVAP canister and two valves and it's off for the longest time now. All R50s (at least here in North-East US) have resonator rust problem. My '97 had the resonator rust from inside out, and was replaced under warranty, and the replacement had a hole drilled in it (reconator is the "little rear muffler" that you see just under the rear bumper). My 01 R50 had the resonator complete rust off and break off at the gasket to the main muffler. The resonator was back-ordered because so many 01 R50's had the same problem. Local dealer wanted $280 for resonator, I paid $58 at Rockauto.com. Little minor things, like in-dash changer being dead, is common on ALL nissan bose systems. I think 01 was best year, because it had the 240HP engine, while still having the Limited Slip Differential. Nissan discontinued the viscous LSD and replaced it with electronic stability control system in 02+ models. It's bad enough that they went unibody contruction with the R50. In 02+ when they removed the LSD, nissan really turned it into a mall-runner. I believe the 06+ pathfinders also do not have LSD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trainman Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 ... I think 01 was best year, because it had the 240HP engine, while still having the Limited Slip Differential. Nissan discontinued the viscous LSD and replaced it with electronic stability control system in 02+ models. It's bad enough that they went unibody contruction with the R50. In 02+ when they removed the LSD, nissan really turned it into a mall-runner. I believe the 06+ pathfinders also do not have LSD. My 02 has a LSD. Maybe with our Canadian roads Nissan thought we needed something more rugged In Canada, the 06 Pathy has 4 wheel LSD plus a bunch of other driver nannies. Not sure how it works but that is how it is advertised on the Nissan CA web site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
navygz19 Posted September 18, 2006 Share Posted September 18, 2006 and replaced it with electronic stability control system in 02+ models. Really? I wasn't aware of that...thought about the only stability-aiding type features my R50 had were a LSD and ABS... :confused: As I said before and I'll say again...'02, best year evAr for Pathy's! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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