I loved the Stanza, but it did not love me.
emsquared on 10/24/2011
Performance: 5
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 5
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 3
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 5
Reliability Rating: 3
I had a 1992 XE model for about 4 years. It was my college car. I enjoyed driving her super fast and getting speeding tickets right and left. I took care of her, but I drove the car hard. Eventually, at 180k, she caught fire from the distributor cap and part of the hood burned. Then, after getting that fixed, the timing chain went and she was scrap. Even before the big events, the car nickeled and dimed me to death.
But boy, did I enjoy that car while it lasted.
Best Cheap Car You Can Get
Blake on 10/15/2010
Performance: 5
Comfort: 4
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 4
Exterior Design: 4
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 4
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 4
Reliability Rating: 5
Great car. Bought it for $800 6 years ago. 86K. Used it as just a work car and the timing chain just broke at 126K. Had to put on a new front axle, fuel injector and muffler. Other then that just normal oil changes. Always started in subzero weather. Other then the few repairs in 6 years this car was super reliable. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a great A B car.
Love MY Stanza!
lemmon22 on 02/08/2010
Performance: 5
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 5
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 5
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 5
Reliability Rating: 5
Love my car...fast 2.4L engine. My car has over 230,000 miles on it and I have actually been given offers to sell my car. Hmmm, I think the word is out and ppl know what's under the Stanza's hood. Her looks are deceiving, lol. She's a gas saver too! Over the 6 yrs that I have owned her, everything I have done kindof adds up (alternator, plug wires, distributor and cap, starter, rack pinion, outer tie rods, and electrical window switch on driver's side), but I DO NOT HAVE a car payment ppl! I trust this car and will definitely buy another Nissan. Oh, and changing the rack pinion and outer tie rods...$700 this last weekend....well worth it...I never had a car drive so straight!
A well-built and reliable car
stanzafan on 03/11/2008
Performance: 5
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 5
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 5
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 5
Reliability Rating: 5
This car has over 201,000 miles, and had very few problems until very recently like water pump and radiator, and the o-ring on the distributor shaft. Over 16 years, these plastic and rubber parts have become brittle and need to be replaced. But overall reliability has been remarkable. After some cleaning/servicing, it runs quite smoothly, not less than it was new.
Low maintenance vehicle
zzyzzyva on 04/29/2004
Performance: 5
Comfort: 4
Fuel Economy: 5
Fun To Drive: 4
Interior Design: 4
Exterior Design: 4
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 4
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 4
Reliability Rating: 5
This car has been outstanding from the
maintenance viewpoint. Replacing an
alternator at 160,000 miles, air-
conditioner compressor at 157,000
miles, and had cruise control problems
at 140,000 miles. Otherwise, just
changing the oil every 3,000 miles and
replecing battery and plugs, hoses and
belts is the extent of maintenance
I've done. I wouldn't be afraid to
take off today and drive across the
U.S. in it. It's been and remains a
great car. I now have a 2000 Maxima
that I think is another winner.
the nissan advantage!!
gatekeepa1 on 03/22/2004
Performance: 4
Comfort: 4
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 4
Interior Design: 4
Exterior Design: 4
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 4
Performance Rating: 4
Interior Rating: 4
Reliability Rating: 5
I bought my stanza brand new off the
showroom floor. 14 years & 216,000
miles later, this car is still running
strong. I replaced the clutch at
207,000 miles, and aside from that,
I've not had to perform any repairs.
Honda and Toyota boast reliable
products, but nissan offers the same,
as well as, better styling and most of
all affordability.
Great car
t-chief on 04/29/2003
Performance: 5
Comfort: 4
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 4
Interior Design: 4
Exterior Design: 4
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 4
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 4
Reliability Rating: 5
Have had this car for over 12 years.
It's the best car I have ever owned.
Have only put tires, brakes, and a
battery in it. Well, I had to put gas
in it too.
IT JUST WON'T DIE!!
JOHN on 01/18/2003
Performance: 5
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 5
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 5
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 5
Reliability Rating: 5
Over ten years later with over 155,000
miles and the the only maintenance
performed was the normal maintenace.
Just change the oil every 3,000 miles
and the car will still beat other cars
in pickup taking off from a redligth.
I am so impressed with Nissan that I
just purchased 1992 Nissan 240 SX
Limited Edtion Convertible for the fun
of having a convertible. It still has
the original muffler! Nissan is
reliable,
dependable and sharp looking for the
money. The Stanza was in the same
class as the Accord and Camry. But
they were charging more money with less
options in their cars. GO NISSAN!!!
IT JUST WON'T DIE!!
john on 01/18/2003
Performance: 5
Comfort: 5
Fuel Economy: 5
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 5
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 5
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 5
Reliability Rating: 5
Over ten years later with over 155,000
miles and the the only maintenance
performed was the normal maintenace.
Just change the oil every 3,000 miles
and the car will still beat other cars
in pickup taking off from a redligth.
I am so impressed with Nissan that I
just purchased 1992 Nissan 240 SX
Limited Edtion Convertible for the fun
of having a convertible. It still has
the original muffler! Nissan is
reliable,
dependable and sharp looking for the
money. The Stanza was in the same
class as the Accord and Camry. But
they were charging more money with less
options in their cars. GO NISSAN!!!
Pretty good
jkkansas on 09/12/2002
Performance: 5
Comfort: 4
Fuel Economy: 4
Fun To Drive: 5
Interior Design: 3
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 5
Reliability: 4
Comfort Rating: 4
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 3
Reliability Rating: 4
Overall this has been a pretty good
car. Had to replace the clutch at
100,000 miles. Probably due to
inexperience at driving a stick shift.
A reliable car. Sometimes it will not
go into reverse the first time. bought
used with 79000 miles and now have
140000 miles with few problems.
1992 Nissan Stanza
HAROLD on 09/08/2002
Performance: 3
Comfort: 1
Fuel Economy: 3
Fun To Drive: 1
Interior Design: 2
Exterior Design: 5
Build Quality: 2
Reliability: 2
Comfort Rating: 1
Performance Rating: 3
Interior Rating: 2
Reliability Rating: 2
Would not really recommend this as a vehicle for long term. In our 10 years
of ownership we have replaced 5 alternators, most of the electrical window
lift switches, and have had rust removal work done on the rear quarter
panels. It is a reasonable car to drive around town, but on the highway it
tends to be loud, and the front seats uncomfortable for long trips (especially
for taller people.)
HAPPY OWER
IOYYYUTUO on 08/06/2002
Performance: 5
Comfort: 3
Fuel Economy: 3
Fun To Drive: 4
Interior Design: 4
Exterior Design: 4
Build Quality: 4
Reliability: 5
Comfort Rating: 3
Performance Rating: 5
Interior Rating: 4
Reliability Rating: 5
BEST AUTO I HAVE EVER OWNED. FUN TO
DRIVE VERY, VERY RELIABLE. CAN NOT THINK
OF ONE THING THAT I AM DISPLEASED WITH.
I LOVE IT. IF YOU FIND ONE THAT IS IN
GOOD WORKING ORDER, GO FOR IT.
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