This first generation Altima, aged as it is, gives an ideal combination of size (not too small, not too big/heavy), power, economy, reliability and design. I have two - a '94 and a '97 - and would buy another ('97) if the vehicle was in good condition for its age. 208k on the '94, 152k on the '97 and going strong. Not surprisingly I have had to replace numerous components on the '94 - things do wear out, but nothing major (engine/5 speed tranny have been dependable). Driving in the Adirondack mountains of upstate NY I get 25-30 mpg, on the highway 30-35.

i bought this vehicle for 7,000.00 dollars from motoren car salesmaen. i had to spent at least 1500.00 dollars more. it needed all four brake pads all four disks, wheel alignment, alternator, spent 254.00 dollars just to disconnect the left aftermarket alarm which was bad. then my mechanic found out that the steering part of the car was leaking which cost about 1000.00 dollars just for the part. come on now this is the worst car dealership i bought something from. Yes they were nice and all but man the car was really bad. it might said the the car was never in a accident but the 2 front wheels were bent.

The Seller stated in his description: …Overall this altima is in good shape. Then over the phone told me that he was the owner of a body shop and assured me that the car was in a wreck however he fixed it and now it is safe, ready to go anywhere. Even told me I could come to CA. and drive it back to Michigan. He Lied about this car. It is totaled... the car is Junk. (I had him on speakerphone so I could have someone witness our conversation).

When I received the car on Tuesday, April 29, I knew something was wrong right away. I took the car (Nissan Altman) to the Nissan dealer have it inspection. That day, He took a quick look at the steering column and told me the car was not safe. He scheduled a inspection two days later on May 1st.

After the inspection, he submitted to me a list a mile long I will be glad to fax it to you. Now I will quote the cover letter to you ... (This car needs to go to a body shop, has very bad body damage on it. Front sub frame is bent. Radiator support is bent. Front bumper is not even bolted onto car; Just bumper cover is on it. Rear Sub frame is bent, both rear knuckles are bent. Right front knuckle is bent. Both rear sway bars links are bent. Right front lower ball joint is very loose. Right front hub bearing is making lots of noise. Both front struts left is leaking and mounts with bearing while turning, make's a lot of noise. Metal oil cooler line is bent. Air bag light is missing. Steering wheel airbag is missing, just cover on it. Passenger is air cover is not the right cover and no air bag. Both front outer tie rods are loose. Rack and pinion is leaking. Rear sub frame is bent. The toe bars are bent. Passenger side high beam is out. Needs diag time for column being loose [more cost to repair check engine light that was on when I received it]. Horn is inop. Front slide plate is missing. A/C belt is cracked. . The total cost to fix car is $8327.00 + tax and also a body inspection needs to be done (more cost to repair) another diagnostic will need to be done after car is fixed to determine why the service car light is on). end quote.

The Nissan dealership told me at the time of this inspection, there were too many code they could not make a determination of what was needed to repair engine until phase 1 was completed. And at the end of the inspection sheet (not cover letter) It end with (and I quote) … VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. end quote.


As you can see the sellers description on eBay and the car dealer’s inspector or the same vehicle have given two different very different descriptions of this car. I have saved ALL e-mails, in one;

EBay has taken him off line as a seller due to the fact that he has given a false phone number and contact name. Kathy Ruiz is the contact name and when you call the phone number on sheet for seller they say they never heard of Kathy Ruiz. He did at one time own the body shop called ROCKETEER AUTO BODY SHOP located at 4433 Firestone Blvd South Gate,CA. 90280. He still uses the email via eBay and said he was still the owner of this business.

I am asking to recover the total cost which I have occured. $7602.00 for car, $228.00 (3% fee) he charged me for going through PayPal (both paid through Pay Pal) and $1015 shipping charge paid to Able Auto Transports via my Master Card. Total of $8845.00.

good car but not as described.car has paintwork from previous accident,brakes shot started sqeaking after 150 miles,different tires on front and back (mismatched).car did not go through dealers shop like it was stated.with that being said car is now good.

My mother purchased this car, and loves it. It is a great car for the price, and gets good gas mileage.

the only problem was they overcharged me 96.00 on the sales tax and when I asked for a refund I received no reply, outside that everything was GREAT

The 1994 Nissan Altima is my first car and I love it. It was given to me by my dad's friend, and It didn't need much work. Parts for this car are easy to find, and parts are cheap. The engine is also quite powerful. Even with the automatic I have, this 150 horsepower car is a hot rod. This gas mileage is great too. I get 20 mpg + in the city and 28 mpg + on the highway.The seats are also really comfortable, but however the doors feel light and cheesy. That is my only complaint, but otherwise, it is a great first car!

Overall the car is wonderful. The gas milage is terrific. I am very happy with the decision I made in purchasing this vehicle. The seating is quite comfortable, the ride is smooth and the temperature controls are incredible.

a very good car for what i paid for it and my wife loves the car very clean and sharp car and very good condition