Hi Tommy

I've not heard of head gaskets being a common problem so would think that this should not be too much of a problem. Just do the normal checks when buying as you would with any other vehicle.

As a day to day vehicle the Nav is very easy to live with. I have an auto D40 and fuel economy is a very good 30 mpg. 22mpg when towing my caravan.
If you are using it for towing then I recommend an auto. The manual has a very high bite and is a pain in traffic when towing. It also doesn't have the most robust clutch in the world and was a common problem on the early models.

Check for half shafts, squeeky UJ's, paint chips above the windscreen, the spare wheel and the tool kit is present and like I've said the clutch.

Go auto an you can't go wrong.

There is loads of info on here and I'm sure some of the chaps and chapesses on here will add to this post.

 

thanks for the reply. what are half shafts? you meaning rear driveshafts or am i completely off? so im guessing the auto doesnt suffer with clutch / flywheel issues like the manual does then.

thanks

 

A half shaft is an automotive term used mainly to describe an axle on a front wheel drive vehicle, connecting the transmission to the driven wheels. When integrated with a transmission, the entire system is known as a Transaxle. Some rear wheel drive vehicles may also use half shafts, when the differential is rigidly mounted and an independent rear suspension is used.
With regards to the auto I am not familier with any cases of transmission issues and I have been frequenting this forum for quite a while now. If there was then I've missed it or it hasn't been posted on here.

I think most owners (except Tucker) will recommend the auto if you are doing a lot of towing. It's so much easier and a nice lazy drive. (I'm still working on Tucker) :lol:

 

okay cool

is the auto more expensive or cheaper than the manual? I heard that the mpg isnt as good on the auto thats all. Are there any year models that i should avoid?

cheers

 

The price difference is insignificant when buying secondhand and the fuel economy is approx 1 mpg different.
With regards to models they are all good, it just depends on what spec you require.

I don't like all of the silver in the aventura but if you like it then go for it. The sat nav is useless in the aventura as there is no postcode entry.....but the leather and heated seats are a nice addition.

The Outlaw meets all of my requirements, however if I was buying new I would go for the Tekna Connect :thumbright:

 

A half shaft is an automotive term used mainly to describe an axle on a front wheel drive vehicle, connecting the transmission to the driven wheels. When integrated with a transmission, the entire system is known as a Transaxle. Some rear wheel drive vehicles may also use half shafts, when the differential is rigidly mounted and an independent rear suspension is used.
With regards to the auto I am not familier with any cases of transmission issues and I have been frequenting this forum for quite a while now. If there was then I've missed it or it hasn't been posted on here.

I think most owners (except Tucker) will recommend the auto if you are doing a lot of towing. It's so much easier and a nice lazy drive. (I'm still working on Tucker) :lol:

Ah, now hold on a minute, are you moving 'the goal posts' here a little :lol: , in our 'discussions' about the auto/manual debate towing has not been mentioned, it's been general driving. There is a very slim chance (but your wrong :mrgreen: ) that auto will be better for towing (i'm just not going to admit it :lol: )

 

A half shaft is an automotive term used mainly to describe an axle on a front wheel drive vehicle, connecting the transmission to the driven wheels. When integrated with a transmission, the entire system is known as a Transaxle. Some rear wheel drive vehicles may also use half shafts, when the differential is rigidly mounted and an independent rear suspension is used.
With regards to the auto I am not familier with any cases of transmission issues and I have been frequenting this forum for quite a while now. If there was then I've missed it or it hasn't been posted on here.

I think most owners (except Tucker) will recommend the auto if you are doing a lot of towing. It's so much easier and a nice lazy drive. (I'm still working on Tucker) :lol:

Ah, now hold on a minute, are you moving 'the goal posts' here a little :lol: , in our 'discussions' about the auto/manual debate towing has not been mentioned, it's been general driving. There is a very slim chance (but your wrong :mrgreen: ) that auto will be better for towing (i'm just not going to admit it :lol: )

:lol: :lol: :clappy: :lol: :lol: I'm slowly turning you to the dark side :tongue:

 

A half shaft is an automotive term used mainly to describe an axle on a front wheel drive vehicle, connecting the transmission to the driven wheels. When integrated with a transmission, the entire system is known as a Transaxle. Some rear wheel drive vehicles may also use half shafts, when the differential is rigidly mounted and an independent rear suspension is used.
With regards to the auto I am not familier with any cases of transmission issues and I have been frequenting this forum for quite a while now. If there was then I've missed it or it hasn't been posted on here.

I think most owners (except Tucker) will recommend the auto if you are doing a lot of towing. It's so much easier and a nice lazy drive. (I'm still working on Tucker) :lol:

Ah, now hold on a minute, are you moving 'the goal posts' here a little :lol: , in our 'discussions' about the auto/manual debate towing has not been mentioned, it's been general driving. There is a very slim chance (but your wrong :mrgreen: ) that auto will be better for towing (i'm just not going to admit it :lol: )

:lol: :lol: :clappy: :lol: :lol: I'm slowly turning you to the dark side :tongue:

Hey Tommy, sorry for rambling off topic :lol: :lol:

I'll never be turned to the dark side, although i was thinking the other day, if i do get to live the dream and buy a RRS, then i assume you can only get an auto :shock: :shock: :lol:

Tommy, not sure if you where thinking of buying new or not, i had an 18month old aventura which i ran for 18 months without a single problem, although i admit it was low milage. I've now had a new Tekna connect for nearly 5 months and love it, fantastic machine/great gadgets, but again i don't do a lot of miles or much/any towing so others will comment on reliability etc :thumbright:

 

hehe okay cool no worries about the rambling, its not a forum if its no fun.

 

Hi Tommy, I have had 1 D22 and I'm on my 2nd D40. First D40 was fantastic, by the way they've all been manuals, 1st D40 was good on fuel, towing and normal driving. I used to tow a mk2 escort rally car on a trailer with all the spares and never felt tired. Present nav 08 reg a bit soarer on fuel both towing and normal driving. Clutch on them are a little soft at times, but personaly the fuel economy between auto and manual, I prefer manual.
Got a new 190 tenka on order, :santa: might bring it to me at this rate.
Davy

 

sounds good mate cheers for all the feedback.

why has this car got such a bad rep for reliability then? it was even on watchdog.

 

sounds good mate cheers for all the feedback.

why has this car got such a bad rep for reliability then? it was even on watchdog.

The earlier model D22 (totaly different truck) had some issues that were on Watchdog, but many get the D22 and D40 mixed up, that's not to say the D40 is problem free, like most vehicles you get good and bad ones :wink:

 

sounds good mate cheers for all the feedback.

why has this car got such a bad rep for reliability then? it was even on watchdog.

The earlier model D22 (totaly different truck) had some issues that were on Watchdog, but many get the D22 and D40 mixed up, that's not to say the D40 is problem free, like most vehicles you get good and bad ones :wink:

As LT says you do get good and bad and that is why I wnet to a Nissan Main Dealer for my Nav. I was cautious because I was buying the early D40 so buying from a maindealer ensured that all warranty work and recalls hadbeen carried out. The bonus of a 1 year warranty and breakdown cover and the fact my brother worked for Nissan at the time was what swayed it for me. :thumbright:

 

Whats the difference between an early D40 and a newer one. Are their different variants depending on their year?

 

My d22 was a good truck, and it could tow 3 ton.
My first d40 06 reg also was a good truck but it could only tow 2.7 ton which surprised me, ofcoarse dealership didn't know this.
Presant d40 08 reg soarer on fuel and clutch a bit softer and it was meant to be the same vehicle.Don't know if they were all the same, but as said before you get good ones, and you get bad ones, but its still a good pickup, comfortable and spacious.
Davy

 

I have a 2010 Tekna Manual,
Ive covered 13,000 miles in 8 months and touch wood, its been brilliant, its done better than my brand new BMW convertible.
Definitely recommend one, best car I have ever purchased.