Author Topic: Nissan Sentra SER Spec V 2003 (Read 5494 times)

Whisper · « **on:** October 20, 2005, 05:53:11 pm »

I generally love my car.

What I have found irritating;

the driver side window motor really doesn't like operating in -30 or lower temperatures. (ok, neither do I - I can sympathize)
the winter wheels once rusted to the hubs. It was a huge operation to remove the wheels. (lots of white grease was used next time. )
the seat belt likes to choke me. (Ok, all seat belts like this. I'd love to get my hands on the car designers, and explain that short legs + bust = seat belt strangulation. And this is a safety feature? )

si · « **Reply #1 on:** October 20, 2005, 07:33:45 pm »

It's a quick little econo sedan that unfortunately now needs some dental work to remove a big buck-tooth grille.

But dare I call it a sleeper? cool

Whisper · « **Reply #2 on:** October 20, 2005, 07:38:04 pm »

The dental work only started in the 2004 model. I was fortunate to get in before that unfortunate design choice.

I do like that it looks exactly like the base model sentra, but takes some work not to spin the tires at lights.

si · « **Reply #3 on:** October 20, 2005, 08:13:17 pm »

How is your gas consumption?

ovr50 · « **Reply #4 on:** October 20, 2005, 10:59:45 pm »

Whisper - can you post a picture of your Spec V?? Love to see it here.

Whisper · « **Reply #5 on:** October 21, 2005, 09:31:06 am »

It's ok. I calculate 1L per 100km, but that's really conservative. My calculation just ensures I fill up before running out of gas. Between no gas stations on 1/2 my commute, and traffic parking lot on the other, I'm a little paranoid.

I have done 400km on a tank, and have about 3L-5L left. It took me 3 years before I would dip below the 1/4 tank level.

I've added a link to my car.

wing · « **Reply #6 on:** October 21, 2005, 09:48:33 am »

I'm sure you meant 10, not 1 right?

AVToller · « **Reply #7 on:** October 21, 2005, 09:51:18 am »

That's my kind of car - 282 miles per gallon!!

Bullet Blue · « **Reply #8 on:** October 21, 2005, 09:51:47 am »

Oooo, black! Nice car and nice colour choice! Does it have the red interior?

Whisper · « **Reply #9 on:** October 21, 2005, 09:56:14 am »

Quote from: wing on October 21, 2005, 09:48:33 am

I'm sure you meant 10, not 1 right?

Hey, I haven't finished my coffee yet!

- Yes, 10 per 100km. I can only dream about the other.

The red interior is with the black 2002 model.

It's rather funny here. At Solo 2 it is quite possible to have 4 black Spec V, each a different year. Makes for easy comparisons.

ovr50 · « **Reply #10 on:** October 21, 2005, 10:44:29 am »

Very sharp, Whisper, and great in black. Thanks for the pix.

si · « **Reply #11 on:** October 21, 2005, 10:46:32 am »

an Auto X'er

right on

Whisper · « **Reply #12 on:** October 21, 2005, 10:55:11 am »

How else am I going to learn how to really drive?

Ok, I've done some of the advanced schools and lapping, but there's still so much more. I know people who don't flinch about tank-slappers down the back straight, and think cars should normally drive sideways. They're nuts, but also my inspiration.

AVToller · « **Reply #13 on:** October 21, 2005, 10:59:42 am »

I try not to be a grammer Nazi (Let he who is without sin ...), but I really think you meant "They're nuts, ..." rather than "Their nuts, but also my inspiration."

Whisper · « **Reply #14 on:** October 21, 2005, 11:05:48 am »

Quote from: AVToller on October 21, 2005, 10:59:42 am

I try not to be a grammer Nazi (Let he who is without sin ...), but I really think you meant "They're nuts, ..." rather than "Their nuts, but also my inspiration."

I do know better.

I will try to improve.

ovr50 · « **Reply #15 on:** October 21, 2005, 11:09:15 am »

OTOH maybe that's what Whisper really meant. It does make sense both ways..

Whisper · « **Reply #16 on:** October 21, 2005, 11:13:44 am »

Sorry, no. One of the people is Stephane, who can be seen doing a high speed donut in a train safety commercial.

84im · « **Reply #17 on:** October 21, 2005, 09:42:16 pm »

Ross, you're getting Testy (icle) in your old age

AVToller · « **Reply #18 on:** October 21, 2005, 09:54:25 pm »

Quote from: 84im on October 21, 2005, 09:42:16 pm

Ross, you're getting Testy (icle) in your old age

Oh, oh, ..... oh BALLS!!

xtrailguy · « **Reply #19 on:** October 25, 2005, 06:39:23 am »

Quote from: Whisper on October 21, 2005, 09:56:14 am

The red interior is with the black 2002 model.

Actually ALL 2002 SpecVs had the red interior. I used to own an Aztec Red one with the red interior.

It was a blast to drive. I now have an X-trail which shares the same QR25de engine. They make some serious torque.
Strange thing is, the SpecV "requires" premium fuel. The X-trail with the same engine requires regular fuel.
I know the SpecV had 10 more hp due to the less restrictive exhaust, but I always wonder why it needed the premium fuel. I think the SE-R (non specV 165hp version) required premium fuel as well.