1995 Nissan 200SX Reviews, Pricing & Specs

Should've had a manual transmission. The automatic is geared far too conservatively for a reputedly 'sporty' car. Launches from standing are slow; but for passing on the highway, it gears down neatly and propels you around slower traffic sharpish. Braking and handling are v. good - but this should be expected from most Japanese sport compacts. As a 'Tuner', this car is not really popular material: Supercharging is not an option unless you can make one from scratch. Turbocharging is possible, though surprisingly, despite the popular SR-20 DOHC engine, there's really only one kit on the market for this car; and at $3-4 grand; it's just not worth it. Another 'Tuner' note: Aside from a nifty pair of vented front quarter panels on the market, the body/mod kits out there tend to be the height of cheese. Save your money - the body looks about as good as it's going to. Extremely good build quality; this car is 15 years old, with no rattles or squeaks. However, the car does tend to embody the sedate styling typical of Nissan's mid-90's: generally well-proportioned with clean, flowing lines - but not a really a head-turner. Rear deck spoiler is a nice touch. Interior is slightly better than the standard entry-level fare in the Import Market, but the tape deck is showing it's age! Factory stance could be improved by lowering the front suspension by 1 1/2 inches - though it would have to be done properly to preserve the handling characteristics. Cost of ownership - this car gets good mileage but only if you drive it conservatively. It's very low maintenance with high quality mechanical components through-out. No weak spots come to mind. I recently had to replace the alternator, but I really should've replaced the battery about a year before that! Fun Factor: Meh - it's ok.Jun 18, 2010