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[@scottykilmer]

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[@JupiterKnight]

k lol

[@Rickisfifty2]

Send me a copy. Of this

[@petewells5593]

What about it's more expensive older brother the Infiniti qx60 ? They look very similar*** lol

[@Joshua_Hammer.777]

I have a 1990 Pathfinder 3.0 4*4 I wish it was z24 five speed like my hard body wish it was timing chain ⛓️ not belt but hopefully upkeep will keep everything good can't complain on price much love from KY ✌️

[@luisvasquez7406]

So true , I'm a mechanic, I love the hard body truck , please make a video on the hard body truck after all it's a most American made truck except for the best jap engine the 240 sx engine , thank you

[@kaiserfoxi266]

I had a 2012 Pathfinder and I can confirm. Engine got us 175,000 miles with 0 issues, and it was actually a lot of fun to drive for an suv

[@deliennemoncrieft1688]

Had, or still have it now?

[@justin-at-large]

Sadly he perished in that very same pathfinder.

[@Gtr-hv7wx]

Bought a 2012 with 35k in 2015 now has 85k and still with no issues

[@issavibez394]

@Gtr-hv7wx 85k Is very new engine still

[@goulartaf66]

Mine has over 234k miles. '06. They did have recalls for the transmission radiator cooler and transmission replacement. And a few other recalls. Luckily, I opted for an extended warranty when I purchased the vehicle so the transmission and radiator was replaced at 80,000 miles for $50

[@guerreroazul2484]

Toyota didn't send the check in time

[@Alba69696969]

😂😂

[@abdulbarigashout7664]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@attitudeerafan927]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@jeanclaude7018]

With new Tundras blowing engines and Tacomas blowing trannies, the check is gonna have to be bigger!!

[@JackBruce222]

I needed that laugh.

[@TimJoseph08031990]

This was the last true Nissan Pathfinder SUV, before it went to FWD-based CVT crossover for 2013-2020 model years.

[@issavibez394]

The older body pathfinder is more reliable

[@Al-ok1lj]

Agreed. My dad bought the pathfinder 2013 when they changed designs. It was horrible. They went back to a 9 speed automatic but only time will tell if those are reliable.

[@jonlosito2004]

Well thank God that got rid of that CVT and put a 9 speed auto in a 5th gen Pathfinder

[@ronaldgreen5292]

Yep! Car based newer Suvs suck!!👎

[@dgunearthed7859]

I was just looking at the 2024's online and they claim they're 9 speed automatics, not cvt.

[@RicoGetsCash]

My dad’s been driving an 06 pathfinder since 2011. Very reliable with only a few minor issues over the years

[@nicechick6310]

Love my 1995 Nissan Pathfinder! Had it now for 5 years. Runs perfect.

[@stephenmartin7227]

You had a Japanese pathfinder.

[@jeskerjames2938]

Honestly was half expecting this to secretly be a Toyota lol But if we're being honest, Nissan's larger vehicles like Pathfinder and Armada, plus their trucks the Frontier and Titan, are not really all that bad. It's their smaller vehicles like their sedans and the Murano, Rogue, and Kick that have had a lot of issues.

[@TB1M1]

the engines are not all that bad, not as good as the 90's engines like SR20 etc. they are amazing, the tone sounds like BMW exhaust almost. It's the early CVT transmissions which are the problem especially on Nissan Tiidas. It's hit or miss on those

[@elijahtorres2688]

If it weren’t for the CVTs, Nissan wouldn’t have such a bad rep… But yeah, if you want a Nissan, GO for their trucks/SUVS (excluding the Rogue and Murano), away from the CVTs.

[@mozeby1975]

Titans have a pretty bad rep too.

[@Tayketchup]

​@@mozeby1975and the earlier armada

[@mozeby1975]

@@Tayketchupmy brother in law has a 1st gen Armada (maybe ‘06?) and it’s had some costly breakdowns. 1st gen anything is something people should avoid as a general rule.

[@circeseye1]

the 2011 and 2012 was the best years. last of the geared trannys, least amount of mechanical issues. i have a 2011

[@relyenterprisestx]

Next video-“Nissan’s are endless moneypits”

[@gutadin5]

next video, I was wrong with Nissan CVT.

[@jimmytimmy3680]

Next Video- "Only stupid people buy Nissans."

[@Moravia13]

He is not always consistent. Soo we think.

[@kkatito]

I bought my Nissan Pathfinder in 2005. Did my oil changes every 4months as my dad taught me,changed the wipers as needed,car battery as it depleted, changed the rear left side brake light only twice as long as I've owned it, just replaced the right side passenger power window with KZbin help. I can park on compact parking spaces because of its narrow designg, and can fit 8 people comfortably. Its 2021 so I've owned my pathfinder for 16years, and as long as I've owned it it still runs like brand new. So I am very satisfied with mine. Never ever have I've had problems with mine and like I said, still runs like new. Now if problems were to arise now,well its been 16 years with no money put in it except for regular maintenance.👍

[@DynamteKid316]

My Nissan Sentra from 2004 still works this 2022. Thank you!

[@ahealthystudent]

Same goes for the Xterra and Frontier of that generation as they shared the same motor. Just be weary of the “strawberrry milkshake” which effected 05-10 models.

[@cashisking4691]

Please do elaborate. Curiosity is peaked.

[@unitedwestanddividedwefall3521]

@@cashisking4691 might be transmission problems. This model had some engine problems as well.

[@vincedibona4687]

*affected

[@Luca_Natoli]

It is a 5 min fix. You bypass the rad and go straight to the cooler. There are KZbin videos showing how to do it. Will cost you nothing as well.

[@cashisking4691]

@@HasPotatoAim that’s crazy. I wonder how that got passed Nissan?

[@TheOtherNEO]

I had one of those years ago. In four years only one day the display stopped for a moment. Beyond that never any issues. Used it quite often in the desert.

[@BrassMtn]

I have a 2003 Nissan pathfinder (2 wheel drive 😞) but it is solid! 220,000 miles and still driving strong! I would love to have the money one day to either turbo or supercharge it, and obviously rebuild the engine, swap the transmission for a more modern one with more than 4 gears (5 including reverse) and just drive it to the end of time. Great darn suv!

[@komradkolonel]

I've heard that these built around or after about 2010 have a problem with blowing head gaskets. I know that those Maximas that were built in the 90s and very early 2000s were pretty good cars. You still see them around so that says something.

[@connor2610]

Lemons until 2011. Pink milkshake of death.

[@TB1M1]

90's nissans are excellent. Possibly some of the best cars ever made quality wise. Engines are bulletproof I have a 1995 pulsar with 327km's no issues. Still plenty of them on the roads only a small 1.5 litre engine.

[@patricksheehan8157]

I have a 2011, bought it used at 60k miles. I could afford a much more expensive vehicle but I'm cheap. Minus the horrible gas mileage it is the best vehicle I have ever owned. It runs fantastic and I imagine it will go many more years. I rather have a Tacoma or a 4runner but like I said I'm cheap.

[@pmacc3557]

​@@patricksheehan8157 Im in Europe. Thinking of Landrover discovery but nowadays thinking of getting a pathfinder as I want reliability

[@elonsus9747]

The 4.0s aren’t know for blowing head gaskets. Neither are the V8’s. The pink milkshake of death was fixed 2011-2012. That’s was the most common issue with Nissans trucks and midsized suvs in the mid to late 2000’s. They’re solid trucks otherwise.

[@moramejia88]

I have a 2012. And is great for camping and bad roads. Gas not so much lol. But doesn't gimme any issues at all

[@jonathanroman5067]

I have a 2001 Infiniti QX4 (basically a Nissan Pathfinder in disguise) it has been good to me so far, I had it for over 3 years.

[@unitedwestanddividedwefall3521]

Alway wanted that model year.

[@jonathanroman5067]

@@unitedwestanddividedwefall3521 actually the 2002, 2003 year model years are better, they have an updated steering wheel, and radio.

[@zetros8104]

I had a 2006 G35 - excellent reliable sedan. I gave it to my son when I upgraded to a 2017 QX50, a fun to drive and problem free SUV. My son still has the G35 and still as problem free and smooth as ever.

[@stevepax100]

I purchased my 2017 Pathfinder SL new. I had the oil changed regularly and the transmission serviced when recommended because i've heard the CVT has issues, but i never had any problems whatsoever and i have 265,000 mile as of today.

[@bently629]

Omg are you driving that car across country? Thats a lot of miles given the year. Glad to hear it’s keeping up though. Mine is a 2016 pathfinder sv

[@MiltiadisXman]

That's not the same car, your Pathfinder is front wheel drive layout on a unibody. The rugged body-on-frame Pathfinder continuous as the Nissan Terra and Paladin in other markets - no longer in the USA.

[@revjmckee5150]

Only ONE major drawback. Transmission cooler located inside the radiator. Tends to fail & allows water in to the transmission. My wife had an 08’ - best car we’ve owned. Tried to make 200k (bought it new). Made it to 197k b/f trans gave up the ghost. Other than that - great vehicle. I actually hate that they changed the body style.

[@werdevo6]

I fixed this same issue on my ‘05 Pathfinder before completely harming the transmission, by bypassing the radiator and relying on the external(towing) cooler. Completed repairs by flushing out the contaminated transmission fluid and replacing with a new transmission filter and fluid afterwards. That was 9 years ago, and making all other repairs that this vehicle is known for, my Pathfinder still runs strong to this day and is definitely one tough cookie, lol!

[@revjmckee5150]

@@werdevo6 Sadly, I learned about this issue too late. Never any indication of water in trans fluid. Flushed & checked it. Weird, but damage was already done 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@blackdog4553]

​@@revjmckee5150 Mines was already destroyed too before I found out what was going on smh

[@jex8046]

What parts do I need to do this fix man?​@@werdevo6

[@NotMrSpielberg]

I replaced my radiator after reading about the milkshake'd radiator

[@eternalsoma]

My sentra 2004 1.8 still running pretty good, aut transmission hard shift a little but runs good! 250,000 km so far

[@unitedwestanddividedwefall3521]

Had a Sentra of the same year. Almost bulletproof lol when I was broke I could barely maintain it but she drove and never stopped. I sold it to a co worker they still have it.

[@eternalsoma]

@@unitedwestanddividedwefall3521 agree, is pretty much a tank

[@brucesimpson8579]

Next thing you know we'll be seeing Scotty on TV doing a Dodge commercial.

[@sebg2086]

he so bias

[@Luca_Natoli]

Agreed. Bought my 2007 Pathfinder 4X4, brand new. 310,000 kms later, I still own it, it still runs like the day I bought it and I have never had any major issues with it. *knocks on wood* . I would buy the older ones, as one word will answer as to why pre 2010 = Renault.

[@eddielombera5862]

My 2004 Nissan pathfinder LE is running strong at 185k miles, no major problems to this day

[@itsame3379]

Got the same engine in my 2009 Xterra. Bought it a year ago. Then 7 months later my son bought a 2014 and 6 months later (week ago) my husband bought a 2008 lol 😂 Xterra overload over here 😂

[@bearlycamping]

Awesome, how are they holding up? Anu issues at all with one more than the other?

[@devonpohl3466]

I have an 03. I love the power and how it handles on bad roads

[@jamessveinsson6006]

I have a 2005 R51 and I love it and bought it 10 years ago for $5000 and it’s still running strong and never gonna get rid of it. It’s gone everywhere.

[@jamessveinsson6006]

I have a 2005 R51 and I love it and bought it 10 years ago for $5000 and it’s still running strong and never gonna get rid of it. It’s gone everywhere. Plus, it has more horsepower than the forerunner

[@Apewpew15]

Currently got a 2005 pathfinder LE with 196,500 on the dash. Still going strong couple issues but so far nothing that breaks the bank. Love it tho

[@JoMadeStudios]

250,000 miles and still going on mine

[@joeydelrio]

no way, those 93 - 97 nissan 4 banger trucks were built like little tanks. good mpg, incredible power, and long lifetime. best little worktruck of all time.

[@tjowens2448]

I have a white 06 pathfinder just like this one. Has 156k miles still running strong. I’m in college 12 hours from home and it’s a reliable vehicle.

[@stepheng5843]

I currently have a '05 R51 Rwd. 175000 on the clock. Replaced the radiator out of fear for the strawberry milkshake issue, and aside from typical wear and tear, I've had no issues at all with this vehicle. Best SUV I've ever owned. Still doesn't compare to my '92 Nissan D21 Hardbody, V6 4wd Man. Love that truck. Will be buried in it too. 😊

[@ApArt1003]

I got the base and outgoing model a 2012 pathfinder last march with 202k km. Plenty of power and runs good.

[@harysuper]

I helped my gf get an Xterra. She loves it! It’s been extremely reliable these past 8 months too!

[@paulmkrukovsky8562]

I have an 05 which I bought new. She has no major problems so far. Currently I have a 266,000 miles on her

[@Bob68z28]

Hello Scotty, Happy Thanksgiving!!!

[@CommanderCronus]

Question...are any of you aware that the Pathfinder has been completely redesigned for 2022? No more CVT and complete body redesign with a standard V6, and it has all the latest technology.

[@Luca_Natoli]

Yes, everyone is aware. They are still geared towards pavement princesses though. Not a true off roader like the R51 and before was. The engine, it is the same engine from the older version pathfinder.

[@joegrahe3958]

I had a 2008. Was a solid vehicle until the transmission started to not downshift when coming to a stop. Made starting up again quite difficult. And the engine threatened to overheat above 70mph. Then I saw where they were prone to having the radiator leak into the transmission. Traded it in on a new 2015 4runner, which I still have. 200k miles, only issues have been the Takata airbag recall and the doorlock actuators aren't the most durable.

[@tyronebee7209]

I used to like the cars that Nissan made back in the 90s. Back then, everyone who lived in the Hood wanted one, along with Suzuki Sidekicks, Grand Cherokees, S10 Blazers, Mercedes, and BMWs. 😂

[@1Mhoram9]

We have a 2005 Titan that has about 170,000 miles on it. Fully loaded with bling chrome. We’ve had to do several repairs over the years with the most current repairs being the coils. My husband will never give it up for anything.

[@streetfightinc]

Rightfully so, sounds like a man of culture and prosperity

[@georgegonzalez8818]

I had a new one in 2007. The transmission went out with less than 24,000 miles. Luckily, I was under warranty. Had it fixed and sold it

[@gerardogil27]

you actually do see people drive it a lot and it's one of their better cars

[@quinnycoleman7214]

I got an r50 with 400k km on it, still take it off road still drive it for work daily and it starts and runs like a dream everytime, just make sure you get on 2012 or OLDER, Or youll end up with a cvt

[@ThatRandomMan1]

I have a 98 Pathfinder i bought for 800$ It's ran for 4 long years with plenty of wide open throttle. Out runs most newer cars i come across. Almost all of them lol. Has had basic servicing, oil/sensors/filters/tires/lift kit. Some uhhh engine power goodies 🙂 It runs perfect 🤨 i don't want any other car as a daily. Don't drink gas like the old v8 truck. Still don't have any money though 🤣🤣

[@Dpanytime]

Especially when coolant and trans fluid mix it’s amazing 😢

[@quikstartguide]

It happened to mine. It’s a great car. It’s just whoever manufactured. The radiator did not do a good job. Causing cracks thus the mixing to happen, and then a replacement for the transmission.

[@chirayudesai793]

I have a 2012 Nissan Rogue, however it was actually manufactured in Japan. Haven’t had any issues apart from paint touch ups and battery. 136k on it. Idk it’s something bout them Japanese car makers.

[@mb1636]

Thank you Scotty. My Fronty 07 V6 4.0 has same engine. Now 254k miles n drives like new. Major fix is change passenger cat converter @ 250k $1200.

[@setaside2]

My current 2018 Murano has become my favorite of all my vehicles owned.

[@steveesm3]

My 96 pathfinder is amazing. Truly the best generation of nissan products

[@altiluxMT]

Nope, I have a 2000 Xterra with 315K miles and ZERO issues. Bought it with 3 miles on it in 1999. Original tran and engine. No squeaks or oil burning. Incredible rig......

[@himynameisryan]

“What more do you want” A luxury car A fast car A car that doesn’t look like a box A car that when I park and walk away from I always look back A car that is fun to drive

[@DenNEE]

I have a 2000 Nissan Xterra. Pretty great.

[@DenNEE]

@@paulsteverodriguez3549 Nope. Just a regular V6.

[@ewumpsh2555]

No one's talking about the bald tired lol

[@OscarHerrera-i8z]

I have an 08 with about 126K miles on it. I have had 1 spark plug go bad on a road trip, 1 ignition coil on a separate occasion, recently the coolant hose went out on i95 and was hard to find a local store with the right piece, along with the coolant line I had to replace the gasket due to overheating. regardless of all that, I love the vehicle. These are fairly small issues that I, with no mechanical experience, am able to fix in my driveway.

[@tyronebee7209]

I don't know about the newer Pathfinders, but it used to be that any model made before 2004 were made better than those after that year. I had a 2001 that ran well @ 250,000 miles, until a guy had a episode on the road and totaled my vehicle. Pathfinders made after 2005 generally had problems with the radiator and transmission. That what I thought anyway.

[@CommanderCronus]

I strongly recommend you take some time to do some research on this. The Nissan Pathfinder was redesigned for 2022. They've ditched the CVT transmission and replaced it with an all-new 9 speed plus a total body redesign and now it's probably the finest SUV on the market.

[@Firetruckdude123]

My dad's got a 2002 toyota camery broken cd player and oil leak almost three hundred thousand miles and I love your videos

[@debluetailfly]

My neighbor moved away and didn't take much. She sold her older Pathfinder before any of the neighbors new she was going to sell it. Everybody wanted it.

[@StevenGorum]

I had a 1981 Datsun Maxima and it was a straight six that thing had like $375,000 mi on it and was still running when I sold it the body was still perfect even the paint was still nice the interior was trashed but that was due to a cop ripping up the seats when it got stolen from me anyway to make a long story short the thing was amazing and still ran great got good gas mileage had plenty of power is an automatic..... It was unbelievable it just went forever !!!!!❤😢😃😃

[@sabastianevans2656]

Rocking a 2001 r50 pathfinder. Only thing I've replaced are wheel bearings and complete suspension upgrade.

[@MechanicalTriage]

Don’t forget about the radiator the leaks into the transmission and fries the TCM and then you gotta buy an $8000 transmission

[@Ron-h4l]

Nissan Armada is the best build on truck frame 👍

[@maxmartins8813]

I loved this video, Specially becauseI have one Nissan Pathfinder, LOL !!! I liked all of your videos, you are the best !!!

[@nicksterr2086]

Love these! They're great. Have a 2011

[@braith6533]

Ever had much issues?

[@dominicanthony9887]

Nissan is great overall. I own a 2015 Nissan Frontier pickup. Best veichle I’ve ever driven.

[@azoreanblade2]

How about the automatic transmission on these, do they go out prematurely too like the Sentra's & Rogue's?

[@connor2610]

Yes they do

[@alexs.818]

@@connor2610 my aunts husband has a 2006 Pathfinder with 180k miles. Original automatic transmission that still works like new. My dad also had a 2000 Sentra he bought with zero miles. After 16 years with 189k miles it rusted out and we scrapped it. It still had its original 4 speed auto that never even had the fluid replaced yet it still shifted perfectly from new.

[@wafflesnfalafel1]

yes - documented problems with coolant getting into the autotrans 2005-2007 of that body style, but a well maintained 2008-10 would make a good choice.

[@mb1636]

Nope..replaced radiator to avoid strawberry mix. Now @ 252k

[@vinsramirez5506]

@@wafflesnfalafel1 that’s what happened to mine. 08’

[@mcelroystube]

Only video he's made that I like

[@Crayz919]

Is a 2000 Nissan Exterra XE 4d 4wd w/ 190 thousand miles worth 5 grand ? Really great condition inside and out, never towed anything, garage kept , new tires and mint condition ?

[@harryodum5598]

If I ever buy another new used car I do believe it will be this vehicle. I’ve heard so many good things about it I have a friend of mine that buys cars at auctions in Florida I’m going to have him look for one of these and see what it cost to purchase.

[@seahalk1]

06 Frontier 281k on it. All original except the radiator.

[@ramoncarter6585]

Still enjoying my Rogue loving the 2022 Pathfinder and Frontier.

[@Bruv-d6n]

That car is like the suv version of the frontier

[@ratri4969]

245,000k and up on my 2005 Nissan Pathfinder and still going strong.

[@masterloot]

notice wording "the best vehicle THEY MAKE" 😂

[@jaimeleiva4865]

out side the us we can get pathfinders and frontiers with a 2.5 turbo diesel or a 3.0 v6 turbo diesel

[@jamesw-yy1pk]

This model is notorious for timing chain problems and radiator leaks mixing with tranny fluid. The older pathfinders were better engine and tranny wise but the bodies have all rusted out especially in rust belt states. As for the new model haven't heard much but they are new after all

[@drtissueyt]

My dad had a 2006 pathfinder for 15 years til the transmission finally went out

[@southernautodiy2643]

Well hell must've froze over 🤣

[@hardiksharma3161]

Best years of Nissan pathfinder

[@dzombadadon]

After all the car videos i might get me a horse with a good transmission and reliable legs.

[@MrJamboy300]

My 2011 is still going with over 300,000. The biggest problem was core job here in 2024

[@godisalwaysright.3155]

Got a 2008. It has a V8 with POWER! And closing in on 300,000 miles.

[@cheddarballs864]

2008-2012 has the v8🎉

[@teddydadog]

I had an 08 pathfinder and it’s transmission died after about 180k miles everything fell apart from there and just didn’t turn on one day. It’s decent and it lasted a good while for the price

[@reformedartist8528]

Where scotty and me live, you can find them cheap cause the Nissan Plant is here and most nissan employees buy them and discard them fast since they're so cheap new compared to most cars that they're cheap when used.

[@manelk8]

What more do you want? Xterra of course with a frame not unibody. And the manual transmission

[@robertglover9812]

Love my 2011 X!

[@farazhussain5550]

Well u think this is pathfinder unibody??? keep in mind this gen pathfinder gives v8. xterra doesnt

[@robertglover9812]

@@farazhussain5550 not unless you’ve got a VK swapped Xterra!

[@farazhussain5550]

@@robertglover9812 xterra with vk swapped + manual trans =💪💪 best build

[@fh1980ram]

I wish the armada was as good as that pathfinder. I'm having all kinds of electrical problems, emissions, air conditioning to name a few.

[@RayRo3r]

What year is your Armada? I heard the 1st gen Armadas aren't bad and fairly durable once they get past the 2008 model year. I'm not too sure about the quality of the 2nd gen Armadas.

[@PatrickRigney]

@@RayRo3r I've got an '07 Armada with just over 120K miles. It has been super-reliable so far, not showing any signs of stopping. The only expensive repair was the darned plastic AC damper actuators buried deep behind the dash. But other than that, it's been filters and oil, pads and rotors, just the usual wear items. I got it as a lease return in 2010. If I had known at the time, I would have held out for an '08 to get Bluetooth integrated with the radio, which would have been nice. I'm not a fan of the newer model years/body style, so I may never own another Armada, but I'll own this one a while yet.

[@JORDANJUNCTION1969]

Just grabbed an 03 Infiniti QX4, which is a Pathfinder. 166k miles, 4wd Florida vehicle. Gave 2800.00. Needed front brake job and rear lower control arms.

[@lunarpking]

Sorry Scotty, but the D21 is the best thing Nissan ever made. The manual two wheel drive ones might as well be made out of titanuim for how indestructible they are. My 91 had over a quarter of a million miles and didn't use a drop of oil, thing was quick and handled VERY well. Even though it was the smallest engine they put in them, I would fill the back and it would take it no problem.

[@l.s8904]

Yes Sir!!! Pathfinder!!!

[@TheBeerFox]

Not too sure whether this is meant to be taken as a serious advice, these cars are actually quite awful. 😅 I've previously owned a 2007 Pathfinder LE with a 4.0 V6 under the hood. These engines are well known to have timing chain related issues. Also the radiator is badly designed, it tends to leak the coolant into ATF, which results in destruction of the transmission. The overall build quality is poor, the rust protection is bad, also the ride comfort is not great. I'd say that there are just three things that make this car somewhat good. 1) Quite good off-road capabilities 2) It has plenty of torque for towing 3) The interior is actually pretty roomy. Other than that... I wouldn't recommend to buy one of these.

[@Gideon_Judges6]

I had this engine in a 4x4 Frontier, but with the 6MT. That solves the radiator problem, just need to man up a little.

[@seahalk1]

06 bought new has 281k son has it now best truck I’ve ever owned. All original except the radiator.

[@Gideon_Judges6]

@DevilDog53 right, and it was a warranty item too. I remember they kept alerting me, but when I checked the recall notice it only applied for AT. I guess there were so few MT ordered that they just alerted everyone.

[@GunGlutton]

How are the transmissions?

[@vincedibona4687]

If it’s a manual, it’s fine. The automatics are the weak ones.

[@cecilsharps]

continously variable

[@gutadin5]

next video: I was wrong with Nissan CVT

[@raveger0100]

@@vincedibona4687 not true the auto cvt was garbage, the normal autos are good

[@TB1M1]

The early CVT's had issues 2005-2008 but it's mostly fixed now. I see hundreds of nissans with over 240km and they still work fine.

[@1whospeaks]

You had me at Nissan.

[@edgarmoctezuma7777]

Be sure to install a BIG transmission oil cooler behind the front grille if you want it to last.

[@Chris-zp1kd]

ATLEAST I wasn’t the only person who did it. I have installed separate cooler

[@jrsanti382]

Why do you have to install a cooler?

[@E_EONIX_2465]

Best Nissan Is Actully The Nissan Quest. The 2005 is The Best One Because They Are Reliable. Durable. And They Last a Long TIme With Their Powerful V6 3.5 Engine. Same Engine As The 350z!

[@johnsteinmetz4000]

Yeah except the model your looking at has a fatal flaw. 05-10 models had a transmission cooler integrated into the radiator. These would crack and leak transmission fluid into coolant and game over.

[@TYPICALTRYHARD_]

The Pathfinder and Xterra of that era were the last real Nissans lasted a while big strong v6 although they eat gas like its a buffet

[@Jaymze13]

To be honest I wanted it to be a little bigger in the driver's compartment. I could get in, but it wasn't all comfortable. I'm over 6' and kinda big. I need room. I really liked the Pathfinder and liked how (at the time) they seemed to be available. Wound back up in another Titan. And that was after I said I would never get another Titan, much less a Nissan. **sigh** But the Pathfinder did seem like a good ride.

[@muhammadadnan1648]

Being a user I agree with this Sir

[@lesilestivany7839]

I'm sticking to my 2002 R50 Pathfinder very reliable,,, the next gen R51 with the yd25 engine is a lemon of a engine 🤔

[@whatwhat9519]

A million dollars sounds good

[@battlewithnox]

He sells ice to polar bears 😂

[@harmoniousembodiment7203]

Question - Im looking at buying a used 2008 Nissan xterra X Sport Utility 4D 4.0 V6 with automatic transmission. He is asking $7,500. Its a year with the smod radiator leaking into transmission destroying both issue. Mileage on it currently is around 97,000 miles. Seller im talking with just bought the xterra less than a year ago after his wife totaled one of their other cars so they bought the xterra to help them in their move from florida to california where they and i are now. They say they dont need the additional vehicle as they also have other. I asked if they or previous owner already replaced the radiator and / or transmission given the xterra being one of years nissan made the badly designed radiators that can leak into transmission and vise versa. He said he does not know if either were replaced, but he hasnt replaced either. But he proudly said paid the nissan mechanic dealership to do a radiator or transmission flush. Yet from what Ive read its actually recommended to not flush the transmission in these old of xterras as it can damage transmission. Full replacement of transmission fluids being the more recommended safer option. So given assuming its the original transmission and radiator, and dealership at least gave the xterra a transmission flush instead of replacement, and unknown previous maintenence and repair and issues history before he bought it last year, i am wondering if its likely its going to fail soon? Or if it can likely continue working good for many years without needintg to replace transmission and or radiator within just a few years? I test drove it briefly and didnt notice anything obviously slipping, stalling, etc. But I only drove it maybe 10 or 15 minutes and forgot to try out the additional low gear options. And if there is no leaking at this point between radiator and transmission ( and how do i know for sure ) is it safe for me to just replace radiator and do transmission and radiiator change of fluids ( not another flush )? And this will prevent transmission being damaged, and is it reasonable to expect these transmissions to then last at least another 1000,000 miles before needing replaced?

[@Cumminspower365]

Are they still good vehicles ?

[@robertknight4672]

I know someone that traded one of these Pathfinders in for a 2018 GMC Acadia.

[@maylnwood]

Ive own a 97 Pathfinder for 8 years. Ill have it till the day i die