Club Nissan Discussion Forums : Thinking about buying a pathfinder http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/ This is an XML content feed of; Club Nissan Discussion Forums : Pathfinder : Thinking about buying a pathfinder Copyright (c) 2006-2012 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 07 Sep 2026 08:48:37 +0000 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 02:32:35 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 10.11 360 www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=4738 Club Nissan Discussion Forums http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_images/clublogo.gif http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/ Thinking about buying a pathfinder : One problem there MazzaneV...... http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24874&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24874 Author: Jayster
Subject: 4738
Posted: 08 December 2011 at 02:32

One problem there MazzaneV... Most people on this forum are
from the UK... So there won't be a dealer nearest us...
]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 02:32:35 +0000 http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24874&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24874 Thinking about buying a pathfinder : Nissan Pathfinder is a large car... http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24863&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24863 Author: mazzaneV
Subject: 4738
Posted: 07 December 2011 at 12:37

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]]> Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:37:26 +0000 http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24863&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24863 Thinking about buying a pathfinder : Mine weren't the air con... http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24471&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24471 Author: DealerSceptic
Subject: 4738
Posted: 08 October 2011 at 18:54

Mine weren't the air con pipes, it was the heater pipes for the rear controls etc.  The only other option to replacing with a patch up job was to seal the pipes and not use the rear controls and heating vents, but didnt want to do that.  The repair has worked very well though and shouldn't re-occur as the new pipe pieces are flexible and will handle the issue.

Point taken with the air con pipes though, another reason to change the car.
]]> Sat, 08 Oct 2011 18:54:13 +0000 http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24471&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24471 Thinking about buying a pathfinder : I knew about the Air con pipes... http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24377&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24377 Author: Jayster
Subject: 4738
Posted: 30 September 2011 at 22:52

I knew about the Air con pipes corroding. Nissan didn't
think it warranted a recall. Dealers quote for renewing the
pipes... a wallet busting remortgage £1700....
For a fault that is Nissans doing....
]]> Fri, 30 Sep 2011 22:52:08 +0000 http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24377&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24377 Thinking about buying a pathfinder : DealerSceptic wrote:All I would... http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24363&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24363 Author: aidanavasdad
Subject: 4738
Posted: 28 September 2011 at 17:00

Originally posted by DealerSceptic DealerSceptic wrote:

All I would say is check everything with a fine tooth comb.  I am probably not the best AD for a pathfinder, mine is a 55 plate and I have had a lot of problems with it.  Check the heater pipes to the rear, they cross the axle and mine wore down so needed replacing.  Local garage did a patch up job as he said to replace the pipes would cost around £600 for the parts and would be a major stripdown to fit.  Other jobs I have had to do are thermostat, air con radiator, alternator and currently have an undetected issue which will probably cost me a truck load o cash, only had the car 18 months but it is a 55 plate.  Last car was a honda and couldn't kill that, struggling to keep this one alive.

All that being said, I do like the car, it will be a shame to see it go, fuel economy is around 34mpg regardless of use (apart from short cold journeys) havent noticed any excessive brake wear, tyres will be expensive and services arent cheap even at a local garage (if you have a decent service).

My next car will be a CRV.

 

thanks

 

we have a 54 plate honda for commuting and its had nothing wrong with it really. the odd seatbelt sensor warning but thats about it.

great advice

]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 17:00:53 +0000 http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24363&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24363 Thinking about buying a pathfinder : All I would say is check everything... http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24360&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24360 Author: DealerSceptic
Subject: 4738
Posted: 28 September 2011 at 03:41

All I would say is check everything with a fine tooth comb.  I am probably not the best AD for a pathfinder, mine is a 55 plate and I have had a lot of problems with it.  Check the heater pipes to the rear, they cross the axle and mine wore down so needed replacing.  Local garage did a patch up job as he said to replace the pipes would cost around £600 for the parts and would be a major stripdown to fit.  Other jobs I have had to do are thermostat, air con radiator, alternator and currently have an undetected issue which will probably cost me a truck load o cash, only had the car 18 months but it is a 55 plate.  Last car was a honda and couldn't kill that, struggling to keep this one alive.

All that being said, I do like the car, it will be a shame to see it go, fuel economy is around 34mpg regardless of use (apart from short cold journeys) havent noticed any excessive brake wear, tyres will be expensive and services arent cheap even at a local garage (if you have a decent service).

My next car will be a CRV.
]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 03:41:57 +0000 http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24360&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24360 Thinking about buying a pathfinder : Jayster wrote:We have the 2.5... http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24357&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24357 Author: aidanavasdad
Subject: 4738
Posted: 28 September 2011 at 01:47

Originally posted by Jayster Jayster wrote:

We have the 2.5 diesel. Our fuel economy is about
32.5mpg.
Towing, it only loses about 3mpg. At the minute ours has
heavy brake dust on the fronts only. Mind you I've just
done 1100 miles in 4 days touring the outback of Scotland.
She's in next week for a check up. Let you know the outcome
of the brakes....


Thanks,

32.5 mpg I think is about the same as t KIA. What mileage are you
getting out of a tank of fuel?


How do u find the car? Would u recommend it?

]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 01:47:02 +0000 http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24357&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24357 Thinking about buying a pathfinder : flash22 wrote:If running costs... http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24356&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24356 Author: aidanavasdad
Subject: 4738
Posted: 28 September 2011 at 01:44

Originally posted by flash22 flash22 wrote:

If running costs are a problem the pathfinder imho
will be the wrong car for you due to its size and weight, disc's and
pads arnt cheap if done by a maindealer and the autos do eat them
depending on  what engine you go for mpg will be in the mid to late
20's


Thanks.

I don't ever go to a main dealer for parts, prefer a local job.

In terms of running costs, are they sore on pads

]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 01:44:55 +0000 http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24356&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24356 Thinking about buying a pathfinder : We have the 2.5 diesel. Our fuel... http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24355&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24355 Author: Jayster
Subject: 4738
Posted: 27 September 2011 at 23:50

We have the 2.5 diesel. Our fuel economy is about 32.5mpg.
Towing, it only loses about 3mpg. At the minute ours has
heavy brake dust on the fronts only. Mind you I've just
done 1100 miles in 4 days touring the outback of Scotland.
She's in next week for a check up. Let you know the outcome
of the brakes....]]> Tue, 27 Sep 2011 23:50:08 +0000 http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24355&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24355 Thinking about buying a pathfinder : If runningcosts are a problem... http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24349&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24349 Author: Guests
Subject: 4738
Posted: 26 September 2011 at 19:34

If running costs are a problem the pathfinder imho will be the wrong car for you due to its size and weight, disc's and pads arnt cheap if done by a maindealer and the autos do eat them depending on  what engine you go for mpg will be in the mid to late 20's]]> Mon, 26 Sep 2011 19:34:46 +0000 http://www.forum.clubnissan.co.uk/forum_posts.asp?TID=4738&PID=24349&title=thinking-about-buying-a-pathfinder#24349