*2009 Maxima At Cerritos Nissan CA*

VQA32SE_L · 05-22-2008, 10:14 PM

I was picking up some parts we needed from Cerritos Nissan and as I pull into the dealership I see the almighty 09 Maxima parked next to the parts dept. Here are the pics, It belonged to some district manager who was there. I dont think I've seen it in this dark grey color in any other pic's on the Org. It looked great in person...

Pics were taken with my Cell...

95 Maxnout · 05-22-2008, 10:35 PM

Not sure if I'm really feelin this car yet.I think I still like my 03 better.Guess I'll just have to wait till it hits the dealership to see and test drive it first.Btw,nice pics man.......

happy4444 · 05-22-2008, 11:08 PM

thats just sad...... i dunno wut else to say everytime i see a pic of those "things" lol

front end looks like a scion and the rear a camry. i think nissan's 6th gen set the pace for what the vehicles like lexus and toyota, etc look like today, and they needed to raise the playing feild again by coming out with something completely different...

but on a better note, good pics!

VQA32SE_L · 05-22-2008, 11:10 PM

Yeah it takes a little getting used to, but like I said once you see it in person it looks ten times better... just my opinion.

Libz · 05-22-2008, 11:22 PM

disappointment imo

*DaveVQ* · 05-22-2008, 11:39 PM

Its great looking car I think

with a better cvt to give that pull feel without any lag

DConrad2007 · 05-22-2008, 11:53 PM

Nice pictures VQ, what camera phone you have that take pictures like that?

lightonthehill · 05-23-2008, 01:09 AM

Very nice pics for a cell, CQ. I had the same experience as you, in that I wasn't sure about this car when I first saw the photos, but was really knocked out by how much better it looked when standing beside the car. I'm not sure why this car looks so much better in person than it does in photos.

This '09 will sell itself as soon as folks see it in person. After initial doubts, I now love this styling. The redesigned chassi, more athletic look and 5.8 zero to sixty aren't bad, either.

lowpro19s · 05-23-2008, 04:01 AM

Nice pics VQA32..Im loving thoe grey color in your pics.

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Originally Posted by DConrad2007

Nice pictures VQ, what camera phone you have that take pictures like that?

I have a nokia N95 with whats supposed to be a 5mp camera..here's 2 of many of my pics that i've taken with it. Not bad for a camera phone IMO.

vladi77 · 05-23-2008, 10:13 AM

I have to agree. The car looks great in that color, can't say that I have seen it before but will now be one of my choices. Im thinking blue, white, or the dark grey. Can't wait to see it and test drive at the dealership. I would agree that pictures do not do this car any justice. I would say many people here will change their minds at least on the apperance once they get a chance to see it up close and personal.

VQA32SE_L · 05-23-2008, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by DConrad2007

Nice pictures VQ, what camera phone you have that take pictures like that?

Its just a SideKick LX it does take decent pics, No video though

The car does look better in person guys, I can't wait to see it in Black or White, with a little bit of mods like smoked tail lights, shaved trunk, window tint, a nice mild drop, maybe some wheels, the car is going to look like a beast!! Cant wait to drive one as soon as we get one at our dealership. I saw the one at stillen and we were aloud to step inside the Max the interior looks awsome, heres a link to some pics that a few members took of it at the Stillen show in Costa Mesa CA.

Scroll down to post #8 for 09 Maxima Pic's..

Stillen Picture thread

*SuperChris* · 05-23-2008, 07:27 PM

meh...not ready to throw it under the bus just yet; maybe a different color would help. i dig the smooth sides/doors (i.e. no door guards a la my 4th gen), but the smallish grill and bulbous (sp?) rear end (like the Altima

) just don't give me wood.

Kobra_Klutch · 05-24-2008, 09:45 AM

Damn it Gina... Thanks VQA......... thanks........

The Picture of the red tuscan is the best I've seen........... I will probably have to eat my words...and make this purchase. That red is wispering "Kobra....Kobra....

OMG that mutha is clean.... and the dark slate...but the Tuscan Red can get it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!

*Pearl93VE* · 05-24-2008, 01:53 PM

Hmmm, I saw a big semi with an 09' Maxima advertisement on it at the dealer around 2am last night... makes me wonder if they got one in.

Nice pics too, I actually think this car has a classy look to it the 6th gens lacked.

lightonthehill · 05-24-2008, 03:56 PM

Kobra - In almost 59 years or driving, I have never owned a red car, and never had a desire to buy one. But this tuscan red (I think Nissan calls it 'sunset' something or other) on the '09 Maxima is truly beautiful. Every time I see a photo of this car in this color, I simply stop and stare at it. Breathtaking.

Kobra_Klutch · 05-24-2008, 06:04 PM

Light, after seeing these pics I had to check my vitals, take a shower, and then a power nap. For me, the picture with the Max and the GT-R facing us showed how aggressive and muscular the front end is. This red color is awesome. I originally wanted my 04 Max in this color but when I saw it in person I thought nah, too much red for this car. On this version the red looks very sharp. It would fit me to a T. Decisions decisions.... to be continued.

**irish44j** · 05-24-2008, 07:54 PM

the lines of the car are a major step-up from the 6th gen, but the Camry tail lights and the goofy/stupid headlights just kill the whole thing.....

*NYPD-Arnold* · 05-25-2008, 12:00 PM

How are those Camry taillights? If anything, they're closer to a Yaris and Civic - nothing like a Camry.

VQA32SE_L · 05-25-2008, 02:44 PM

Tail lights are not bad at all... If u were to just lightly smoke the red part of the tails and leave the clear part as is i think it would look good. On top of that thier LED. In person the rear of the car looks really good, its a nice wide look very well put together i think.

* Can somebody photo shop smoked tails on this car just to get an idea? *

tmas74 · 05-25-2008, 07:54 PM

I like it... but that rear looks just like the new altimas to me.

*DeusExMaxima* · 05-26-2008, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by lightonthehill

Kobra - In almost 59 years or driving, I have never owned a red car, and never had a desire to buy one. But this tuscan red (I think Nissan calls it 'sunset' something or other) on the '09 Maxima is truly beautiful. Every time I see a photo of this car in this color, I simply stop and stare at it. Breathtaking.

In 30 years of driving, I have owned red cars. I was at Stillen's Open house and personally saw the "red" 2009 Maxima, and sat in it, etc. I find the color very bland and ordinary.

Now if you want red, here is real red!!!

lightonthehill · 05-26-2008, 03:36 AM

Deus - Loud colors such as fire engine red, electric blue, Halloween orange and sunlight yellow do not belong on a large near-luxury four door sedan. Those colors belong on either true sports cars (preferably two door) or smaller cars. The fact some auto companies show bad artristic judgement in violating that mantra doesn't mean it is good taste. That is exactly why I really like this subtle red Nissan is using on the '09 Maxima.

Of course red in any shade means a little higher premium on most insurance policies. Insurance companies found out decades ago that red cars are more likely to have claims. Seems drivers who prefer red cars are also more aggressive on the road. Add that aggressiveness to the fact law enforcement seems to notice red cars more quickly than subtle colors, and the likelihood of a ticket is greater with a red car.

But all that would not stop me from opting for this red on the '09 Maxima if I lived in a cooler climate. Living south of Atlanta, however, and with every summer here seemingly more blisteringly hot than the previous one, I must stick with white or silver.

Kobra_Klutch · 05-26-2008, 07:29 AM

Not to argue or counter, I just think the red looks really sharp and rich on this Maxima. I do like the precision gray and the dark slate. I wouldn't get another black car even though it has the best street presence. I just visualized the red Maxima with a bra on the front with some nice chrome wheels that will make it look even sharper and bring out the aggressive stance and profile even more. The spoiler on the back looks sharp too. I don't know if I'll get this car or not, it may come down to actually buying this car for my wife to drive then getting the Camaro later on and have the best of both worlds. She drives faster than I do, go figure. I'm diggin the red and that's final.

Now I must figure out how to back track and tell my wife that we should no longer get the Altima despite its better gas mileage and -$10K sticker price (Altimas S). I'll hit her with the "we need to live a little" line. Actually my wife likes the Maxima too and she wants to test drive it when it comes out. My thing is I bought the Armada so she could drive it but I know she's going to want to drive the Maxima more... and then I'll be on some Dr. Phil shsh. To be continued........

Hurricane434 · 05-26-2008, 09:18 AM

I actually like the red one in the pic too although I probably would still not get one. The Dark Slate was my favorite color when I was looking at the 2008 Maxima. I guess I'd have to see this one in person before passing judgment on any color.

As far as the 2009 Maxima in general though, I think it is an awesome looking car overall. There is never going to be a perfect car. Every year there has been something I did not like about certain cars - both Maxima and other brands. On the 2009 Maxima it is the very square and plain-looking front grill. However, I do think the curves of the hood and the headlights make up for it and give the car an aggressive and strong look. I can't wait for them to arrive. I just hope it is actually June when they are available. I have a 1996 Maxima and as much as I love that car, I'm ready to get a new car. This 2009 Max could be the one!

*DeusExMaxima* · 05-26-2008, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by lightonthehill

Deus - Loud colors such as fire engine red, electric blue, Halloween orange and sunlight yellow do not belong on a large near-luxury four door sedan. Those colors belong on either true sports cars (preferably two door) or smaller cars. The fact some auto companies show bad artristic judgement in violating that mantra doesn't mean it is good taste. That is exactly why I really like this subtle red Nissan is using on the '09 Maxima.

Of course red in any shade means a little higher premium on most insurance policies. Insurance companies found out decades ago that red cars are more likely to have claims. Seems drivers who prefer red cars are also more aggressive on the road. Add that aggressiveness to the fact law enforcement seems to notice red cars more quickly than subtle colors, and the likelihood of a ticket is greater with a red car.

But all that would not stop me from opting for this red on the '09 Maxima if I lived in a cooler climate. Living south of Atlanta, however, and with every summer here seemingly more blisteringly hot than the previous one, I must stick with white or silver.

Light: Color is irrelevant with repect to auto insurance premiums. In fact it is illegal in California, probably most if not all states, to consider color in determining premiums. There is no evidence to support the notion that red cars attract the attention of police. To wit --> http://www.snopes.com/autos/law/redcars.asp

Both are urban legends. In fact, I would say that red and other bright colors may have a tendency to avoid accidents since they are more visible. At dusk or dawn, when light it low, Id rather be in a bright car (never mind that I drive a black car now!!!).

Regarding temperature and color of car, I live in LA area where temps last week were over 101F. It gets up to 114F+ here. Thats what AC, window tint and windshield shades are for.