Model Changes

[Guest trapper_canada]

I'm looking to upgrade my old Pathy to a newer one. I'm thinking somewhere between 1998 - 2001 ... maybe 2002 if I can find a good price.

 

Was there any model changes in this time that I should look for?

 

Last year I bought a 2001 Civic which was MUCH nicer than the 2000 model.

 

If there was a model change I'd probably wish to get the newer one...unless their are known issues.

 

thoughts?

[Trainman]

Check out this used car review at Canadian Driver, explains some of the differences at the years you are looking at. Big changes at 99.5 (body) and 2001 (motor).

 

Link

 

I have been very happy with my 2002, bought used on wet coast (lease return).

 

Good luck.

[DJ Dank]

Yeah, the big substantial difference is in the 01+. Thats when the 3.5l engine replaced the 3.3l in the 96-99's.

[Sayjack]

If you go higher than 99, make sure it has stock fender flaring, because aftermarket companies don't make them past 99 for Pathfinders.

But the 3.5L engine ROCKS!!

[Guest trapper_canada]

Thanks guys...sure looks like getting a 2001 is the best thing to do!

[Trainman]

Can't go wrong with the 01.

 

Let us know what you end up with. Good luck.