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“Nissan Frontier 4x4”

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Kevin5572 recommends this car
09/19/2008
Reviewing: 2005 Used Nissan Frontier 4 Dr SE 4WD Crew Cab SB

Drives the best of all the mid-sized pickups I tested. This drives more like a decent car than a truck. I have the six speed and it is great fun to drive especially when the tachometer crosses 3-grand. It also has the most room inside of all the mid size pickups, without the cost and size of a full size.

Pros — Roomy
Cons — Could use more power (but what car cannot)
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“Great Truck”

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Sean3066 recommends this car
09/14/2008
Reviewing: 2005 Used Nissan Frontier 4 Dr SE Crew Cab SB

i haven't had the truck for that long but i take care of it and love it, i've done a whole bunch of things too it, sound system, window tint, flowmaster( :) ), and a K&N cold air intake, sounds mean, and looks good.  mine is a six speed and gets really good gas mileage, you cant have thoughs things on a big truck

Pros — good gas for a truck
Cons — not big enough
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“Awsome Truck!!”

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Barry604 recommends this car
09/05/2008
Reviewing: 2005 Used Nissan Frontier 4 Dr Nismo 4WD King Cab SB

One of the very best trucks I have ever owned.  The ride is great, interior is extremely roomy and the haul load is awsome.  I can hook up to almost anything I want to and not worry about not enough power to pull it.  Goes great in the mud too.

Pros — Everything about the truck is positive.
Cons — None at all
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“Great For What It Was Designed For, But Leans A Little Too Much In The Twisties”

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JPAT recommends this car
06/11/2008
Reviewing: 2005 Used Nissan Frontier 4 Dr Nismo 4WD Crew Cab SB

Got the truck for its towing ability & only occasional off-road use --I'm satisfied with the overall package, but not too thrilled with the body lean towing a motorcycle trailer through the mountains.  Otherwise: solid "A" grade on an overall scale.

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“Power And Fun!”

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Scruya1 recommends this car
04/19/2008
Reviewing: 2005 Used Nissan Frontier 4 Dr Nismo Crew Cab SB

The Nissan VQ enine rocks! Both my Z and my truck have nearly the same HP and Torque, thouh my Z loves curves :) I put some sound in it as the 2005 release didn't offer enouh decibels for me.

Pros — Power, looks,
Cons — Belts had to be replace due to bad alinment within 7000 miles.
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“Great Looking Truck, Love To Drive”

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Dennis696 recommends this car
04/07/2008
Reviewing: 2005 Used Nissan Frontier 4 Dr Nismo Crew Cab SB

Nissan toke the mid-size truck to a new level when brought this truck out.

Pros — fun to drive.The horsepower, cabin size and Rockford Fosgate stereo is ideal.  I also love the styling.  A great truck for the money.
Cons — gas on city driving
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“The Best Truck I've Ever Owned!”

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Doug3 recommends this car
12/17/2007
Reviewing: 2005 Used Nissan Frontier 4 Dr Nismo Crew Cab SB

I've had various vehicles/trucks throughout the years and I love my Nissan Frontier.  This is one of the toughest trucks I've ever owned.  I take it off-road every other weekend and it really takes a beating.  The 4.0L V6 has plenty of power (265hp), but I'm still looking to add some additional horsepower (if you know what I mean).

If you're in the market for a truck - check this one out!

Pros — Great styling and performance.
Cons — Fuel economy is not the greatest.
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“Clutch Rubber For The Stwitch Break Very Easily”

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10/29/2007
Reviewing: 2005 Used Nissan Frontier 4 Dr LE King Cab SB

I experience the sqeezing sount every time I step on the clutch

Pros — spacy
Cons — clutch is the problem
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“My 2005 Nissan Frontier 2wd Nismo Rocks!!”

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dvigano recommends this car
05/22/2007
Reviewing: 2005 Used Nissan Frontier 4 Dr Nismo Crew Cab SB

I bought my 2005 Nissan Frontier 2WD Nismo 3 weeks ago and have loved every minute of it.  The trim is a bit basic, but that's why I bought a truck.  The throttle response is great and the cabin size works perfectly for this family of 4.  I couldn't ask for a better vehicle for the money.

Pros — The horsepower, cabin size and Rockford Fosgate stereo is ideal.  I also love the styling.  A great truck for the money.
Cons — None worth mentioning.
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