rmd0311 Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 (edited) I have sold my 2001 Nissan Pathfinder for 12k. Mind you I paid $11800. So hurray hurray for the Pathy. The plan is to get a daily driver and then get a WD21 - 5spd for fun. If anyone is interested --- nyc called dibbs... But on the rare case he falls through I just got in the mail yesterday the front skid plate from BlackPanther. I'm sure nyc will come thru though. Again, just in case someone is wondering. I had her for six months, gas was murder specially since I do mostly short trips and the autotragic was getting on my nerves (this was my first Automatic car). I do look forward to buying another Pathy and will stay in the forum since I love the combos in this forum. Also don't want to lose touch since I will be buying the wd21. Again, thanks for all of your help. Only thing that hurts is having gone with the stainless steel for the exhaust. Should have done aluminium ... Oh well., it's done.... Oh yeah.. Thinking maybe a Maxima SE or something along those lines. Edited June 15, 2006 by rmd0311 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nycxice13 Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 I'm sure nyc will come thru though. Damn skippy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slick Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 -bounce- WD's RULE anyway.. sorry to hear about your loss but you will get a new pathy soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SC88Pathy Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 Altima SE-R Or if MPG is more in mind Sentra V-Spec :cool2: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmd0311 Posted June 15, 2006 Author Share Posted June 15, 2006 Actually thinking 02 Maxima SE - 6Spd Manual... Thoughts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrimGreg Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 About as thirsty as the R-50 I would think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vengeful Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 They get about 25-28 MAYBE on the highway, if you baby it.... If you're really that concerned with gas, get something with a small displacement 4-banger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mws Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 My folks have a V6 Maxima with slush box... It can easily get over 30 mpg IF you keep your foot out of it. But therein is the challenge... Highway mpg is more a factor of driving style, aerodynamics, and engine/drivetrain efficiency than displacement. In town mpg is affected by driving style, weight, and then engine/drivetrain efficiency. In both cases, the driving style is the biggy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
navygz19 Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 (edited) Or if MPG is more in mind Sentra V-Spec :cool2: I differ on that. I sold my '02 for the Pathy because it was the biggest pile of crap I had ever purchased that wore a Nissan badge. As much as I would hate to say it, I would recommend an older Civic SI...160 h.p. and 8K RPM redline. Think 96-99. Lot's of fun to drive and those VTEC engines are bullettproof. Plus, I can't imagne a 1.6 liter is all that thirsty. And most are 5-spd's as well. Good Edmunds review/stats Here Just my .02 Edited June 15, 2006 by navygz19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harbinger Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 Glad to see your staying in the pathy crowd! As far as the DD what about a diesel VW or Mercedes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdhicks99 Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 As for DD get a company vehicle and gas card. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmd0311 Posted June 16, 2006 Author Share Posted June 16, 2006 (edited) My folks have a V6 Maxima with slush box... It can easily get over 30 mpg IF you keep your foot out of it. But therein is the challenge... Looking at a 01 Maxima 5spd... EPA Rated 22city/28hwy. I have spoken to many people that have it and they can clear 30 highway with a light foot. Normally 27-28. City normally 23-24. MPG's is important but I also need comfort, good crash test ratings and fun to drive. I must have driven 8-9 in the last two days. I hate dealers... Talking to a guy in MA (about 110 miles away) that has the 01 with 50k miles and original owner. Fully loaded Leather, 5spd, Traction COntrol, 17" Alloy's, Moonroof... Here is a link to the car::: 01 Maxima - 5spd - 50k We are at 12k right now. Trying to bring it down to 11... Cash talks so hopefully he will budge... Here is a bigger picture::: Edited June 16, 2006 by rmd0311 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
94extreme Posted June 16, 2006 Share Posted June 16, 2006 As far as the DD what about a diesel Mercedes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
94extreme Posted June 16, 2006 Share Posted June 16, 2006 Looking at a 01 Maxima 5spd... EPA Rated 22city/28hwy. I have spoken to many people that have it and they can clear 30 highway with a light foot. Normally 27-28. City normally 23-24. I must have driven 8-9 in the last two days. I hate dealers... Talking to a guy in MA (about 110 miles away) that has the 01 with 50k miles and original owner. Fully loaded Leather, 5spd, Traction COntrol, 17" Alloy's, Moonroof... Here is a link to the car::: 01 Maxima - 5spd - 50k We are at 12k right now. Trying to bring it down to 11... Cash talks so hopefully he will budge... sounds like a good deal and a nice car but i think you're dreaming on the mgs.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OR99.5Speed Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 We just sold our 2001 Maxima GXE auto with 72k miles for $10,200. I couldn't believe it went for that much! Whenever I drove it I probably got 12 MPG. But ours was modded, with Y-pipe, intake, timing advance to 17 degrees. They HAUL! It's a possible replacement for my Poopfinder too. The rear suspension design sucks, it's a beam axle. The 2002 Xenons are nice, but get stolen a lot. I'd consider it, but you really should look into BMWs. Way more fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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