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I own a 2000 since new..stillen lip kit for 03, 03 headlights, taillights, front bumper, illumina adjustables, hr springs, cattman cat back exhaust, brake upgrade etc etc...obviously love the car....the 05 is my sis...a tow truck coming down her st lost a wheel and hit it head on hard enough to push into middle of street...dealer says $4700 to fix ..they didn't total but her family is in financial tough time so she is opting to take $4700 and not fix and just share her husbands car...company here in jersey says they will give her 500 to tow away..that's where five comes from..I'm waiting on actual dealer report but I saw the car and the entire front bumper was gone one of the headlights possibly 2 the two fenders and hood. But I know the hood and fenders could be fixed and I know the headlights I can just swap the ballast and ignitor and get new plastic fixtures. The radiator was leaking as well but again all can be done and not buy stock parts and do it a lot cheaper. The reason I know this is because I was in accident with my 2000 that was 3700 worth of work yet I did it for 1100...most of that budget coming from when I needed to have it painted because I have the pearl white. But her 05 is just black. But coil overs would be a must to eliminate that horrible front bumper gap and I would either convert to 2007 front bumper if it can be done? if not i would put an aftermarket as I feel that 05 front bumper now is an eye sore... And of course rims & exhaust. I would bring her back from the grave better than she ever was. Once I get the report I will post and if you experts can step in and tell me if I could realistically fix this thing for a decent price I will take it. excited and hopeful

MichIndOh

Post some pictures but as long as the frame is straight I say go for it. One of my buddies bought a Grand Am for $600 with a busted bumper, hood, headlights and radiator support. He replaced everything himself, only has about $1500 in the car and now uses it as his daily driver and it runs great (for a Pontiac). You'd be even better off since the car is worth more once it's fixed. Just be careful going to "cheap" because you'll end up having to fix it again if you don't do it right the first time.

TexasTex

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This.

Amerikaner83

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to the above.

po8pimp

not even a question if it was in my area, I would buy it for $500. Full kit for $700, hood for $500, radiator for $240, paint later if need be. http://www.andysautosport.com/nissan...me_dimensions/ http://www.andysautosport.com/nissan...bon_creations/
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mishimoto-Performance-Aluminum-Radiator-04-08-Nissan-Maxima-VQ35DE-/281120044458?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Make%3ANissan%7CModel%3AMaxima&hash=item41740f75aa&vxp=mtr

Amerikaner83

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^^ stay away from andy's auto sport though

tosheto

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If the frame is straight buy it and fix it your self. My 01 GXE got hit at school by a dumb chick and her insurance paid me $3200. I fixed everything myself for $400.

TexasTex

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Hahahaha, that's awesome man!

po8pimp

Yeah never bought from them, however find some cool stuff there and shop around for better prices. They where always too expensive for me.

2k0to2k3

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hey guys thanks for all the replies. I'm definitely going to upgrade the front end. Just not sure if to the 2007 or to an aftermarket yet. But any places where I can get the stuff for a good price or junk yards please feel free to let me know. Once again I really appreciate you guys reaching out. Been on here for years with my 5th gen my but first time in the 6th gen.... thus far you guys are great.thank you appreciate the help...soon as I can will post pics...

po8pimp

give us a full list of what you are going to need, will help you find it.

2k0to2k3

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U guys are the best!! Keeping in mind I wanted to swap out the headlights to 07..is it the same hood? Will that work provided I upgrade the front bumper too which intend to do...owned my 2000 from new and changed whole front. ..hardest thing was wireing the new hids but the 05 already has hids so can I just buy 07 outer assembly and swap ballast and igniters from 05s to the projecter 07s? Forgive my ignorance I haven't been able to get to car yet...and still waiting on estimate ...I work a lot..at work now but SOOO EXCITED!!! Thank you guys!

defiance

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Absolutely Buy this thing and fix it up ! Post some pics of the damage please !
Also how is the condition of the trans ?

defiance

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Front end swap on a 6th gen could get expensive though I would think, Wouldn't you need the headlights,fog lights,extend the fogs harness,bumper cover and grill as well as paint ?

But if its all damaged anyway then you will have no choice but to replace the broken pieces.
Hopefully there's nothing underneath like suspension components that will have replaced. Can you post pics of the damage ?

CALIMAX06

No the hood is slightly different so it'll need replacing

2k0to2k3

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ahhh that sucks about the hood...may have to rethink that..yeah bought it already... was my sisters and has 65k on it... something was wrong w the air conditioning prior but that was it.. my dad said the dealership guy and tow truck guy were driving it all around lot so guessing no suspension or trans problem...still havent seen it yet as im at work again!!! I bartend 6 days a week...def putting coil overs on it and probably the vossen five stars forget what they are called...also love those led tail lights and the blacked out grille and headlights look on a black max.. if i even put the 07 on might go aftermarket...i got to get pics of my 2000 on here..you guys wont believe what it looks like ...owned from new and little by little i did everything because i had car payments but this one is like for free!!! ready to just start modding the hell out of it!!! next break gonna work on getting estimate and pics on here...thanks again for the help and interest

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sorry about pics only ones i have... i know off topic but ill post my 2000 pics next chance i get to slip away from bar... Just want to assure those helping me that this 6th gen beauty will do us all proud!!! I dont over mod nor make them rice...and i have only had 4 cars in my life because they NEVER die if cared for...92 max pearl white w maroon interior, 95 max hunter green w beige leather, 99 max black on black, 2000 pearl white w beige leather and now 05 black max w grey leather...thanks in advance for any help

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remember thats a 2000 ^

TexasTex

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That's a clean ride. That's your old car?

Amerikaner83

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dayumm that 2k looks

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TexasTex

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I want those rims.

defiance

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2300 for parts alone ? You should be able to get the parts for less then that. Shop around see what deals you can find

2k0to2k3

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ah finally giving last call...white 2k is my current car....05 damaged black max above i just picked up and that list is what dealer says needed to fix..was hoping u guys could guide me through where to get cheapest and best parts..keeping in mind im doing 07 bumper, hood, and headlight swap. like i did w my 2k ....swapping all to 2k3

2k0to2k3

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lol thanks i had her in the fam since 2000 and got rims shortly after ...discontinued now ...but seriously my car with the h&r's drop and stillen lip kit then in 2k2 with the whole hid conversion and hid fog kit...my car was king those years lol..even now it looks good but back then no even close competition...was no lexus is series or infiniti g series or the crazy looking acuras or hondas we have now... still love her but she been set up like she sits now for years now and simply put... back in the day... car was just way ahead of its time...again its 2013 ...13 years old and still looks relevant...love maximas!!!!! now to bring this 05 to the same status!!!!

TexasTex

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I completely agree.

SO....do you still have the car and want to sell those rims???

george__

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Those rims look a little too big for the drop.......

po8pimp

wait so let me get this straight. You are going to pay the $500 to get all the repairs? In the mean time you are looking for all the 07 parts for swap out to include in the repair vice the stock 05 parts?

po8pimp

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2007-2008-NISSAN-MAXIMA-FRONT-BUMPERCOVER-/111137545260?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item19e0505c2c&vxp=mtrNot many sales.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Bumper-Cover-Facial-Front-Primered-Nissan-Maxima-2008-NI1000247-62022ZK30B-/230977486405?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item35c754be45&vxp=mtrMuch better choice, high marks with thousands of sales.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Front-Bumper-Lip-Type-A-Style-Fit-Nissan-Maxima-4-Door-2007-2008-Year-Model-/221245882533?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item33834840a5&vxp=mtrViable addition

po8pimp

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-NISSAN-MAXIMA-A32-FRONT-HOOD-GAS-LIFT-SUPPORT-SPRINGS-SHOCKS-STRUTS-ARMS-PAIR-/200782832392?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2ebf96e308&vxp=mtrProbably going to need these.
65100ZK330 <-- this is the nissan part number for the 07/08 Hood, I suggest doing a search on the net for this and get from a source you trust, or get from nissan directly.

po8pimp

http://www.ebay.com/itm/HEADLIGHT-MA...4acb7b&vxp=mtr
Right headlight
http://www.ebay.com/itm/HEADLIGHT-MA...d75507&vxp=mtr
left headlight

TexasTex

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You're right, they'd look better on my car!


Dam Pimp, you're a helpful fella!

po8pimp

you could probably reuse your reenforment and the foam. They both look straight from the pics. Sift through that stuff and keep what is good to re use. Your hood and lights are the most expensive parts. The lights on ebay are about 100 less than the dealer. There are a bunch of added things on your lists that can probably be avoided like cleaning up the right wheel, cleaming <--whatever that is and vacuuming the frame, etc.
When I had mine done, I talked with the shop and asked if I got aftermarket components could they work out cost with me. They agreed, I bought the front bumper and grill and paid the difference. You could do the same, get the parts and cheaper, the shop charges the insurance and cuts you a check for the money saved. This way they get paid, and you get some cash out of the deal for saving on parts. That might cover the 500 deductible.

po8pimp

http://forums.maxima.org/6th-generat...onversion.html
http://forums.maxima.org/6th-generat...onversion.html
Here are some very informative links for your conversion

po8pimp

Lol, that's what I am here for

2k0to2k3

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Thank you so much for replys...back at work again..don't have tge time right now for follow ups but def will once I get a chance. Po8pimp...thank you!!! I already had bad experiences w fitment using ebay front bumper when I did my 2000 to 2003 conversion on my 2k...ended up buying twice..already found real oem 07 front bumper though but still thank you... much appreciated!!

2k0to2k3

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Also yes still have my 2k...this 05 black is my sisters..both cars in pic above were hit while parked..she is getting pilot fixed and getting that check for 4700..Again SHE is...unfortunately her family needs money more than two cars..she found some service that would take the car off dealers lot and pay her 500 to do so. dealer was pretty upset that she wasn't going to fix it turned really nasty against her. said they would charge her storage fees and estimate fees etc etc...well she doesn't have the money for that. enter me. I offered to find the parts for her and fix with the connections I have meaning you guys lol. But sheneed that money now and is behind on some bills. So I was like well then if I cant help you that way then I will give you the 500 for the car and pay your storage fee and the estimate fee and I will pay to have it towed off the lot and to my house. dealer ship are being real ******** about everything in each day it was costing her more n more because she didn't even have money to have it towed off the lot...obviously she hasn't gotten the 4700 yet...anyway so to make a long story short I got her Max with 65k 4 500 plus whatever the repair will be. But then again even if I bought that car from someone else I would not leave the 05 nose on it so that would be a cost I would incure anyway...and when it's all said and done I am going to give her more money as well. It's only right.I wanted her to keep the car and let me help her fix cheap but she said they don't need two so what can I do..my max only has 112k and has been beyond cared for so that's easily a 200k plus car... not sure if I will sell her..may just let her use whenever she might need a second vechicle..def never taking the rims off sorry guys lol

BRUISER

For 500 bucks, I'd buy it post haste. Even if you decided not to keep it, you could part it out for a lot of money.