Listing assessment
2010 Nissan Maxima
~150k mi
The 2010 Nissan Maxima with its Jatco CVT is a known 'time bomb,' and at 150,000 miles, the risk of a catastrophic transmission failure is extremely high. The cost of replacing the CVT often exceeds the vehicle's value, making this a financially unsound purchase despite the low asking price.
Recommendation
Walk Away
Red flags
- Seller mentions 'a little bit of damage on the outside' without specifying severity, which requires thorough inspection.
- No mention of maintenance records, which is critical for a high-mileage vehicle with known major mechanical risks.
Positive signals
- Equipped with desirable features like moonroof, GPS, Bluetooth, and backup camera
- Private seller allows for potential negotiation
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