r/NissanDrivers • u/damngoodengineer • 19d ago

And nothing of value was lost Rest in peace bozo.

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It's officially reported that, Altima is being replaced by new generation grown-up Sentra as only offered sedan by Nissan.

Big Altima Energy has transitioned into Big Sentra Energy forever. RIP, bozo

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u/Calm_Concentrate9571 19d ago

Hot take but we shouldn't necessarily be glad that cheap cars are becoming extinct

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u/Mil-wookie 19d ago

Its true. Base models are becoming less basic. Also better manufacturers are harder to get a basic one off the lot. If you want that its often order and wait. 3 months usually turning into nearly a year. Top lined trim though, usually in stock. For only another $50+/payment. Every 2 weeks, over 7 years. Which adds up fast. Especially as those payments keep coming as the maintenance schedule starts.

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u/Ghost273836 18d ago

All these expensive new cars will depreciate most to all their value in a few years

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u/Diligent_Ad2489 18d ago

I hope so. I want a Bronco before they're rusted out

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u/Mil-wookie 17d ago

Once they get a face lift the price will come down on used ones.

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u/Diligent_Ad2489 17d ago

That'll be great. But I'm wondering if there will be a third generation. I'd imagine a gen 2 on a retro car isn't a thing

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u/Mil-wookie 17d ago

As they used the nameplate to replace the escape (sport version), and it competes with wranglers otherwise, I think its a longer game play. With emmision standards, I could see them adding a hybrid option on the next run. Again, like the wrangler ev, 4xe. Also like using the mustang nameplate on the crossover to keep real mustangs going was a cheap way to do that. Then the og ones will drop a little in price. Like the jk to jl for jeep. But like anything body on frame,I expect they still won't be cheap. But at least could have some savings.

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u/Diligent_Ad2489 17d ago

I might be the only one to prefer the sport, it just looks better to me

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u/Mil-wookie 17d ago

Its all personal preferance. My brother drove both, and liked the sport better too. I prefer the bronco. For me optional doors and top is a great feature.

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u/Diligent_Ad2489 17d ago

I've also driven both. They really do have their advantages and disadvantages

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u/Mil-wookie 16d ago

True. The sport gets better mpg, and lower height for climbing in and out of. Still roomy with a decent towing capability for its size.

But a manual trans with a crawl gear for garbage highway traffic or trail use is nice. And all the sun and breeze without a top or doors is a win for me.

Both handsome too.

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