Nissan Almera Hatchback (2000 - 2006) 1.5 E 5d (2000/W) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Nothing. The car is inconspicuous.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Nothing. The car is inconspicuous.
Would you buy this car again and why?
I would never, ever, ever buy an Almera or even another Nissan due to the fact that the timing chain problem is a notorious design fault which Nissan have refused to acknowledge and has resulted in massive repair bills for many Almera owners.
What are you likely to buy next?
Already bought it. A Ford Focus Estate.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
September 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
It was a gift
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
It was a gift
What was the dealer like?
Didn't get from a dealer.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very smooth and very comfortable car to drive altough a bit bumpy when fully loaded. Poor acceleration due to lack of power even when the engine was working ok.
What's it like to park?
Average.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Seized fron brake caliper. Caliper, two front discs + pads needed replaced. Engine timing chain prematurely worn. Repair bill would have been £1000+
What's most practical about your car?
It was a car.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Curry hook in front passenger well.
