Nissan Frontier

RamAirGT22 · 06-20-2005, 02:51 PM

Anyone have one or know anyone who does? I am going to purchase one in the next month or so after I sell the GA. Any problems with them? I have heard of the transmissions going around 115,000 miles or so. Xterras are the same thing so if anyone has them as well any info would be great...

bigbenSC · 06-20-2005, 03:33 PM

New or used? I'd stay away from the pre 2005 Frontiers, just an inferior truck in every way. Now the new ones are a truck I'd get if I needed one.

FlatlineGA · 06-20-2005, 06:21 PM

Why is it an inferior truck? I have an 02 and it hasn't had any problems, plus it waxes Tacomas.

bigbenSC · 06-20-2005, 06:54 PM

^ Poor engine choices (execpt for the SC), very cheap interior, and a chassis that dates back over 15 years would keep it off my list of a used little truck. I'd go with a Dakota if I was looking for one. I would probably take a Frontier over a same age Tacoma though.

FlatlineGA · 06-20-2005, 06:59 PM

k, i won't get into an arguement about it, since the grand am has never been the biggest on quality either

GregFarz78 · 06-20-2005, 07:17 PM

Yea I know 2 people that have them, one of them with the s/c. The interior isnt the best but its a f'en truck not a lexus you dont buy them for luxury interior and comfort. If I were in the market for a small truck it would be between this and a dakota probably. You'd get better info on a nissan board though

AMRAAM4 · 06-20-2005, 07:40 PM

not really, because they'd all be fanboys of it.

My coworker has one, I think it is an '03. I'm not impressed with it. Back seats are worthless unless for storage and the floor of the interior is a lounge chair. Your legs go flat out practically instead of being in a normal seated position. Bed isn't that big, interior is cheap.

FlatlineGA · 06-20-2005, 07:48 PM

You can get a short bed or a long bed. I am 6'1 and I can fit in the back seat...

GregFarz78 · 06-21-2005, 07:06 PM

I rode in the s/c one today its not a bad for the price, just looking on nissan's website and doesnt look like they offer the s/c option anymore

Still a 4.0 v6 for around 20k is hard to match

bigbenSC · 06-22-2005, 03:01 PM

^ the 4.0 VQ engine is way better than the old supercharged engine, go drive an '05 and the SC will feel weak.

Dexman1349 · 06-22-2005, 03:23 PM

I had an '01 Xterra. I definately didn't buy it for the comfort level. The interior was functional first. The 2 problems I had with it were: 1) HORRIBLE gas milage, even for a V6, if you had to drive faster than 55, the RPM's were at about 3500. (which is 3/4 of my commute). and 2) There was no highway power for hills. If there was any kind of inclineand you were driving faster than 45, you HAD to downshift (I had the 5 speed).

The main reason I got rid of it though was because of the lease. I HATE LEASES!!! Can't think of a bigger waste of money, other than renting a house.

If I were you, definately go with one of the newer ones (05 or newer), or go with a Dakota. You can get a V8 for fairly cheap - better power, same price.

my $.02

GrahamKracka · 06-22-2005, 03:25 PM

why not lease....esp if you go throught cars like every ...say....3-4 years...financing doesnt make any better sense if your not keeping the car in the long run

bigbenSC · 06-22-2005, 07:06 PM

^^ Nothing wrong with a lease if you keep the mileage down, you have to keep the car for a long long time to get the true benefits of owning. Who wants to be driving an old car? Just my opinion.

crazypontiac03 · 06-22-2005, 07:43 PM

Stupid question but did u check GM? Not the best,but with there discount right now.

RamAirGT22 · 06-22-2005, 08:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crazypontiac03

Stupid question but did u check GM? Not the best,but with there discount right now.

My GF's uncle is a manager of a Nissan dealership so we can get a really good deal. I am gonna get a Frontier or a Titan and she is getting a Xterra...

crazypontiac03 · 06-22-2005, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RamAirGT22

My GF's uncle is a manager of a Nissan dealership so we can get a really good deal. I am gonna get a Frontier or a Titan and she is getting a Xterra...

Go For it then!! I kinda got the same thing going, so i try and stick with GM.

GregFarz78 · 06-23-2005, 04:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dexman1349

I had an '01 Xterra. I definately didn't buy it for the comfort level. The interior was functional first. The 2 problems I had with it were: 1) HORRIBLE gas milage, even for a V6, if you had to drive faster than 55, the RPM's were at about 3500. (which is 3/4 of my commute). and 2) There was no highway power for hills. If there was any kind of inclineand you were driving faster than 45, you HAD to downshift (I had the 5 speed).

You hated the gas mileage but then you recommend a v8 dakota

My buddy has a dakota it gets about 14mpg at best but no one buys a truck if they're concerned with gas mileage.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigbengt67

^ the 4.0 VQ engine is way better than the old supercharged engine, go drive an '05 and the SC will feel weak.

Didnt know that, are the new ones quick?

PontiacGT2K · 06-23-2005, 06:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RamAirGT22

My GF's uncle is a manager of a Nissan dealership so we can get a really good deal. I am gonna get a Frontier or a Titan and she is getting a Xterra...

Titan! I hate trucks but that thing makes me want one.

As for the Xterra, make sure she gets the SC one. I went without and it was a dog.....

Dexman1349 · 06-23-2005, 06:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GregFarz78

You hated the gas mileage but then you recommend a v8 dakota

.

I was just ****ed at the fact that for an average V6 I had no power, and was dogging it on the gas milage. It would have been better if I had either one, the gas milage or the power. The Xterra had neither. The Dakota at least had the horses.

If I'm going to waste my money on the gas, I want to at least be able to go somewhere with it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by GregFarz78

... no one buys a truck if they're concerned with gas mileage.

Braves299 · 06-23-2005, 09:28 AM

The dakota I had (4.7 V8) was actually EXCELLENT on gas. I was averaging like 17mpg just about every time I filled up and calculated it. Those were all city miles too because I only had it on the highway once (last weekend). The Trailblazer I just bought actually seems to be much worse.

I still like it though!

Anyways, I think a used Dakota is about the best value out there for a small pickup. The V8 in those actually gets better mileage than the V6 because it's not working as hard to move. It also had great pick up

06-20-2005, 02:51 PM	#1
RamAirGT22 Let's Go Devils! AKA: Dan Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Jersey Shore Age: 40 Posts: 1,214 Vehicle: 2006 Nissan Frontier	Nissan Frontier Anyone have one or know anyone who does? I am going to purchase one in the next month or so after I sell the GA. Any problems with them? I have heard of the transmissions going around 115,000 miles or so. Xterras are the same thing so if anyone has them as well any info would be great...

06-20-2005, 07:17 PM	#6
GregFarz78 GAGT - Junkie AKA: See Above Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Philly, PA Age: 43 Posts: 4,413 Vehicle: 04 Honda S2000	Yea I know 2 people that have them, one of them with the s/c. The interior isnt the best but its a f'en truck not a lexus you dont buy them for luxury interior and comfort. If I were in the market for a small truck it would be between this and a dakota probably. You'd get better info on a nissan board though __________________ My Pics

06-20-2005, 07:40 PM	#7
AMRAAM4 Wiley 'Ol Veteran AKA: Bob (aka Hoss) Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Azerbaijan Age: 45 Posts: 6,935 Vehicle: See My Signature Block	not really, because they'd all be fanboys of it. My coworker has one, I think it is an '03. I'm not impressed with it. Back seats are worthless unless for storage and the floor of the interior is a lounge chair. Your legs go flat out practically instead of being in a normal seated position. Bed isn't that big, interior is cheap. __________________ 2016 GoMango Challenger SRT Hellcat 2014 Redline Pearl Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT 2018 Bruiser Grey Dodge Durango SRT TRADED-2004 Black Grand Am GT,2004 Impulse Blue GTO M6, 2012 Mineral Gray Jeep SRT8, 2010 Bright Silver Jeep SRT8 LEASE TURN-IN-2006 Summit White TrailBlazer SS AWD (Vector CAI & tune) SOLD-2000 Silvermist Grand Am GT Supercharged,1994 Daytona Blue Single Turbo RX7 (427whp/330wtq), 2006 Spice Red GTO A4, 2013 Grabber Blue Shelby GT500

06-21-2005, 07:06 PM	#9
GregFarz78 GAGT - Junkie AKA: See Above Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Philly, PA Age: 43 Posts: 4,413 Vehicle: 04 Honda S2000	I rode in the s/c one today its not a bad for the price, just looking on nissan's website and doesnt look like they offer the s/c option anymore Still a 4.0 v6 for around 20k is hard to match __________________ My Pics

06-22-2005, 07:43 PM	#14
crazypontiac03 MiDnIgHt AKA: Jason/Sparky Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: IL Age: 37 Posts: 3,019 Vehicle: 2008 HHR/05 Galant	Stupid question but did u check GM? Not the best,but with there discount right now. __________________ Ashes to ashes, dust to dust, if it wasn't for FORD's our tools would rust! "Unions were the rise and will be the fall of this Great Nation" "A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want in... And how many want out." Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ 2. The American G. I. One died for your soul, the other for your freedom. -Tony Blair

06-20-2005, 03:33 PM	#2
bigbenSC SC and Loving It! AKA: Ben Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Age: 36 Posts: 1,772 Vehicle: 2005 SRT-6, 2001 GA GT	New or used? I'd stay away from the pre 2005 Frontiers, just an inferior truck in every way. Now the new ones are a truck I'd get if I needed one.

06-20-2005, 06:21 PM	#3
FlatlineGA Money Power Respect AKA: Wes Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Winston Salem, NC Age: 35 Posts: 102 Vehicle: 1996 Grand Am GT Coupe	Why is it an inferior truck? I have an 02 and it hasn't had any problems, plus it waxes Tacomas.

06-20-2005, 06:54 PM	#4
bigbenSC SC and Loving It! AKA: Ben Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Age: 36 Posts: 1,772 Vehicle: 2005 SRT-6, 2001 GA GT	^ Poor engine choices (execpt for the SC), very cheap interior, and a chassis that dates back over 15 years would keep it off my list of a used little truck. I'd go with a Dakota if I was looking for one. I would probably take a Frontier over a same age Tacoma though.

06-20-2005, 06:59 PM	#5
FlatlineGA Money Power Respect AKA: Wes Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Winston Salem, NC Age: 35 Posts: 102 Vehicle: 1996 Grand Am GT Coupe	k, i won't get into an arguement about it, since the grand am has never been the biggest on quality either

06-20-2005, 07:48 PM	#8
FlatlineGA Money Power Respect AKA: Wes Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Winston Salem, NC Age: 35 Posts: 102 Vehicle: 1996 Grand Am GT Coupe	You can get a short bed or a long bed. I am 6'1 and I can fit in the back seat...

06-22-2005, 03:01 PM	#10
bigbenSC SC and Loving It! AKA: Ben Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Age: 36 Posts: 1,772 Vehicle: 2005 SRT-6, 2001 GA GT	^ the 4.0 VQ engine is way better than the old supercharged engine, go drive an '05 and the SC will feel weak.

06-22-2005, 03:23 PM	#11
Dexman1349 Mile High West Side AKA: Keith Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Denver, CO Age: 42 Posts: 30 Vehicle: 1997 SE 4dr & 04 300M	I had an '01 Xterra. I definately didn't buy it for the comfort level. The interior was functional first. The 2 problems I had with it were: 1) HORRIBLE gas milage, even for a V6, if you had to drive faster than 55, the RPM's were at about 3500. (which is 3/4 of my commute). and 2) There was no highway power for hills. If there was any kind of inclineand you were driving faster than 45, you HAD to downshift (I had the 5 speed). The main reason I got rid of it though was because of the lease. I HATE LEASES!!! Can't think of a bigger waste of money, other than renting a house. If I were you, definately go with one of the newer ones (05 or newer), or go with a Dakota. You can get a V8 for fairly cheap - better power, same price. my $.02

06-22-2005, 03:25 PM	#12
GrahamKracka WannaBe Fat Kid AKA: Richard Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: San Antonio, Texas Age: 36 Posts: 1,517 Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Titan	why not lease....esp if you go throught cars like every ...say....3-4 years...financing doesnt make any better sense if your not keeping the car in the long run

06-22-2005, 07:06 PM	#13
bigbenSC SC and Loving It! AKA: Ben Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Age: 36 Posts: 1,772 Vehicle: 2005 SRT-6, 2001 GA GT	^^ Nothing wrong with a lease if you keep the mileage down, you have to keep the car for a long long time to get the true benefits of owning. Who wants to be driving an old car? Just my opinion.

06-23-2005, 09:28 AM	#20
Braves299 WVU owns you AKA: David Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Derwood, Maryland Age: 36 Posts: 2,170 Vehicle: '99 GA SE 3.4, '06 Ram	The dakota I had (4.7 V8) was actually EXCELLENT on gas. I was averaging like 17mpg just about every time I filled up and calculated it. Those were all city miles too because I only had it on the highway once (last weekend). The Trailblazer I just bought actually seems to be much worse. I still like it though! Anyways, I think a used Dakota is about the best value out there for a small pickup. The V8 in those actually gets better mileage than the V6 because it's not working as hard to move. It also had great pick up __________________ Carl Lee Combs July 8, 1944 - February 20, 2002 "Gone for now, never forgotten"

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