97SE Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 anyone out there know where I can find build stats (i.e. number of units built) for each year model and specs? I'm curious b/c I saw someone post on eBay "rare 5-speed" and I was just curious how rare my 97 SE 5-speed really is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jj big shoe Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 From consumer guide automotive: 1996-2000 Nissan Pathfinder: Highlights Fully redesigned for 1996, Nissan's sport-utility vehicle went on sale after the model year began. This was the first major reworking of the Pathfinder since its debut a decade earlier. A new, longer-wheelbase unibody chassis replaced the old body-on-frame design. In addition to dual airbags and standard 4-wheel antilock brakes, the new Pathfinder got a bigger V6 engine. Overall length increased by 6.7 inches, wheelbase stretched 2 inches, and width grew by 2.2 inches. Despite the increased dimensions, weight actually dropped by about 200 pounds. The spare tire moved under the cargo area, but an outside-mounted tire carrier was optional. The 4-door wagon had a rear liftgate and a separate top-hinged glass back window. Three models were available: base XE, sport-oriented SE, and luxury LE. All three used a 3.3-liter V6 producing 168 horsepower. Peak torque increased from 180 to 196 pound-feet. A 5-speed manual transmission was standard on XE and SE Pathfinders. Four-speed automatic was standard on the LE, optional on others. The SE had standard part-time 4-wheel drive (not for use on dry pavement), with shift-on-the-fly capability via a console-mounted lever at speeds up to 50 mph. XE and LE models had rear-drive standard, with 4WD an option. Most people prolly opted for the auto, but even so I wouldn't consider a '97 5-speed "rare". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NismoSkyZ Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 I have one lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herm Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 I've seen sellers call them rare, but that isn't really true, in the way motorheads use the term. I'm certain Nissan sold more autos than manuals, but I see plenty of 5-speed XE and SEs. I'd consider an LE 5-speed to be rare. My 97 XE is a 5-speed. m. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Dank Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 You should never believe anything you read on Ebay. People will use whatever descriptions they can to try and entice potential buyers to bid on their auction. My 98 is extremely RARE because I have an 03 SE rack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SantaCruz163 Posted April 16, 2007 Share Posted April 16, 2007 I have the rarest Pathfinder of them all: 96 Pathfinder SE, 5 spd, white, no sunroof and cloth seats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NismoSkyZ Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Why didn't you change your sixth plug 97se? It's not that hard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max_stryker Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 (edited) 97 XE 5 speed cloth seats and swing away tire carrier. but mine has 35x14.50s on it. Edited April 17, 2007 by max_stryker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CALPATHY Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 Another 97' SE with 5 speed. It did take me a while to find it, most around here had automatics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t0ast Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 I remember awhile back that someone had the truly rare.... the facelifted R50 with the spare tire carrier on the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissandoms47 Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 I don't even consider mine rare, 96 XE auto with xterra seats and chrome bumpers/grille. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trogdor Posted April 17, 2007 Share Posted April 17, 2007 I can find more 5 speeds than I can automatics, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
97SE Posted April 18, 2007 Author Share Posted April 18, 2007 Why didn't you change your sixth plug 97se? It's not that hard. that was along time ago...guess I should change my signature. I finally changed it, after about 2 weeks after the first 5...when I finally figured out what that tool in the pouch was for Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vengeful Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 I wouldn't go so far as to say they are "rare." But in certain areas, the automatics are much, much more common. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FUELER Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 my 99 QX4 is rare because it is the only one to explore Baja with leather seats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissandoms47 Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 What about land cruisers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XPLORx4 Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 What about 'em? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nissandoms47 Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 They have leather seats and explore the Baja all the time I would think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trainman Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 (edited) I remember awhile back that someone had the truly rare.... the facelifted R50 with the spare tire carrier on the back. I see lots of those around here, they are not rare. How many Chilkoot Editions in the States? Now they are rare, they even have numbered plaques inside the truck. Mine is the only 2002 Chilkoot No. 0189 Edited April 18, 2007 by Trainman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XPLORx4 Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 They have leather seats and explore the Baja all the time I would think. Yeah, but I think possibly that fueler was referring to the R50 platform in his post... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
navygz19 Posted April 19, 2007 Share Posted April 19, 2007 Rare may be an early build R50 w/ a 5 speed, but I'd personally LOVE to see what a late build one would be like! BTW, I'm yet to see any R50 around me w/ a 5 speed, and that includes all the ones I peek into to check in parking lots Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
navygz19 Posted April 19, 2007 Share Posted April 19, 2007 BTW, how rare WAS OR99.5speed's Pathy? He claimed it to be one of practically none in the states when he was active on here and in the process of selling it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trainman Posted April 19, 2007 Share Posted April 19, 2007 Rare may be an early build R50 w/ a 5 speed, but I'd personally LOVE to see what a late build one would be like! BTW, I'm yet to see any R50 around me w/ a 5 speed, and that includes all the ones I peek into to check in parking lots I did a quick search of the Buy and Sell for BC and there are 4 manual Pathys listed for years 2001-2004, as below: 2004: 0 2003: 1 2002: 2 2001: 1 They are out there, just need to look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
97SE Posted April 23, 2007 Author Share Posted April 23, 2007 interesting...well, for what it's worth...I think I'll be selling my "rare" R50 soon, so if anyone is interested, please let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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