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Nissan Maxima A34

2004–2008 · A34 · sedan

Sixth-generation Maxima, sold in the US 2004-2008. Moved to the larger Nissan FF-L platform shared with the Altima L31 / Quest V42. 3.5L VQ35DE V6 (around 265 hp), with a 6-speed manual available on early years and a 5-speed automatic or CVT (introduced mid-cycle) on others. FWD. Known for the optional 'SkyView' glass roof and the larger, more upright sedan packaging compared to the A33.

Watch out: Power steering line failures (the rubber high-pressure hose can rupture, dumping fluid and leaving the car hard to steer) are widely reported in NHTSA complaints. Owner reports of dashboard cracking, sunroof drain clogs causing carpet stains, and HVAC blend-door actuator failures are common. The VQ35DE itself is generally durable but timing chain stretch and oil consumption show up at very high mileage. CVT-equipped cars carry the same Xtronic durability question as Altima/Quest of the same era. Pre-purchase: inspect the power steering hose, verify CVT fluid service history if equipped, and look for evidence of sunroof leakage in the trunk and rear footwells.