Nissan 200SX 1989-
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Mine was an ex-lease high-miler (63k).

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fuel actually ok, and parts/servicing not too scary (though no major work needed on my car)

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Don't thrash it - turbo thrust takes the place of high revs. Wonderful when mastered. Handling and ride surprisingly good for such an old design.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    None finer for the money.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Mine had been cossetted; couple of silly items e.g. wipers failed due to snapped rod of some kind. Leather a real Achilles' heel, unfortunately. Wouldn't fancy a knocked-about example.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Discrete, but very dated design. Never seen by the market as an image builder... I still loved being in it.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Some may find low seating position a problem, but extremely comfortable for motorway work.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Mine had an alarm which I think was dealer fit - no worries with this.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No real issues.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Can't complain.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No