Nissan Pathfinder 2000Change

The 2000 Nissan Pathfinder just keeps on driving. With about 270,000 kms, maintenance certainly is expected but the vehicle runs very well. Mine is the SE model and glad I got this type. It might not have the peppy pick up of some vehicles but it sure feels solid when I drive it.

WE have owned a pre-owned 1999.5 (referred to as a 2000) Nissan Pathfinder for 11 years. This truck has never not started, and never had any serious issues. We have spent next to nothing on maintenance besides the usual general up-keep and recommended replacement of parts. It is highly reliable, comfortable and great in the snow. I live in snow country and love this vehicle for getting around. Great for camping and back road trips. You can get lots in it. Also very comfortable on highway. Seriously a great cross-over.

I still love the look and performance of this SUV. Pathfinders got really big and bulky - and ugly - soon after this model year. I always had Nissan pickup trucks before but have learned to enjoy the luxury of the SUV. Still lots of utility in this one.

I moved house twice with this vehicle and routinely cart around my dogs and all kinds of gear. Amazing how much this SUV holds. It's a nice balance of sleekness and boxiness - makes for maximum capacity.

The best part is total control: true 4 low,5-speed manual. Solid handling, plenty of power for my needs, and the ability to take on any road - and off road - conditions. I live in the mountains, lots of snow, lots of backcountry. There's been nothing that has phased this truck. This isn't a wanna-be SUV, this is the real thing.

I used it for a commuter vehicle for a couple of years and the gas consumption was hard to take. I wound up moving closer to work rather than getting rid of the vehicle.

I bought this car at 4 years old with 130,000 km. Now at 250,000km. Trouble spots have been:
- exhaust system : 2x total replacements and many bits and pieces
- replaced clutch at 200,000
- air conditioning has slow leak, costs $300 every 2 years
- oxygen sensor, chronic problem for last 100,000 km
- corrosion issues: replaced fuel tank (!), partial brake lines, shocks, rust on drivers side, running boards rusted out
- tie rod ends fell apart at about 170,000. Cheap to fix but scary breakdown.
- back wiper motor not working - fix would have been $500

Corrosion is the worst thing. Stay away from Calgary in the winter - even a single week will eat your car.

Tried to keep it going to 300,000 km but getting too expensive to maintain. Will make someone a great bush truck at this point. Very sad to say goodbye.