2003 Nissa Altima needs new struts, otherwise seems to be in good shape. Has 100,500 miles. Should I fix or buy a new car?

Asked by Playintowin May 08, 2019 at 09:15 AM about the 2003 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

2003 Nissa Altima needs new struts, otherwise seems to be in good shape.  Has 100,500 miles.  Should I fix or buy a new car?

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Playintowin answered 4 years ago

My only real concern is hearing a whining type noise while driving. I've heard it for some time now (about a year), but haven't had any problems. I was afraid it might be the transmission, but the car shifts and accelerates timely and smooth. So, I'm going to cross my fingers and spend a couple thousand to install new struts, seal the valve covers (they leak a bit) and get a tune up. Hopefully that will get me a couple more years before I spend that $25k. Thanks!!

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Alberto answered 2 years ago

Fix it its worth it. I have a 2005 Altima 155,000 still running

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