Nissan 200 SX 2.0 Standard 2d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
At 4-5 years old fabulous value. Let someone else have the 70% depreciation.
Costs
Not much has gone wrong. Use a specialist to service it. Heavy on fuel if driven hard - 22-25 mpg.
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On the road
Driving
Still finding the limits (though not in the wet). Mine is modified, and I'm not yet as confident as in previous car (Porsche 944) although the Nissan is a lot quicker in a straight line.
Performance
Mine is modified. Quicker than a Scooby in a straight line. Previous owner claimed he got 160 mph (in France).
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Living with it
Reliability
Nothing has broken. Must service regularly with plenty of oil changes every 6k miles (I use Mobil 1).
Image
Only petrol heads know what it is. Very discreet, doesn"t attract plod. Not in your face. Like the old Dolomite Sprint - a real wolf in sheep"s clothing.
Comfort
Coupe, so low to ground and with hard suspension (modified) but I don"t want a limo. Plenty of room two-up. Noisy from exhaust; I have fitted soundproofing in boot area now - a lot better.
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Security and Service
Security
Not had it nicked. Guess I should invest in Tracker. Standard system is probably not that good.
Service
Local dealer is expensive and barely adequate. Maybe OK if they are servicing a Micra…
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No leaks or rattles
Other
Minor electrical glitch on side lights.
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