Scotty says this model is better with a CVT transmission w/ 6 cylinder engine. The 6 speed trannie had trouble. Otherwise, and reliable car. ONly made for a couple years because the 6 speed failures gave it a terrible reputation.

One Nissan Scotty would buy: 1999 Nissan 240SX

Don't buy used car with non-functional A/C (if A/C is important to you). A/Cs can be expensive to fix. Scotty talks about the old Toyota Vans like I had. He liked them. They stopped making them because they were expensive to build :(

Use OEM transmission fluid. VERY important to use the right fluid for your vehicle.

Best to avoid carguru website. Usual tricks and very few non-dealer sellers.

Never tow on wheels that drive the car. If all wheel drive, use flatbed to tow. In general, it's always safer to use flatbed for towing.

When parking on a hill, apply emergency brake before shifting to park. This puts the force that prevents the car from rolling down the hill on the brake and not the transmission.

Recent Optima batteries are made in Mexico, not U.S., and quality dropped (while price increased). Avoid Optima batteries.

AC Pro Super Seal recommended by Scotty for small AC leaks.

Ethanol is common additive, but should not be more than 10% or can damage the engine. You can buy a device to measure ethanol content.