Nissan Qashqai thoughts.

Rev Jules · 13th October 2019, 14:20

My lad wants to get rid of his 75 Diesel for a second hand one of the above,
your thoughts on them would be appreciated.

Rev

RogerHeinz57 · 13th October 2019, 14:29

They seem to do quite well on MOT unless badly neglected, had a few in with snapped off front drop links, but generally seem quite a fair motor despite the links with Renault.
Also one of the few modernish cars which have as standard :
Obvious underseal to areas of special interest (Subframe mounts)
Stainless steel rigid brake pipes.

sworks · 13th October 2019, 15:44

Seen a few needing bottom arm bushes, make sure it runs well as I believe the injectors can be difficult to get out and ask if the little metal pressure pipe with the banjo joint has been replaced as they block with carbon. When blocked they give a check engine code and strangely a traction control fault

bikerdude666 · 13th October 2019, 17:21

I can only comment on my experience with my wife's, and that is ridiculously rusty underneath, considering it's half the age of my ZT, but definitely more rusty.

The 1.5 diesel is incredibly slow, and from what I've read is one of the most polluting cars on the road today. She's averaging around 50mpg on a 50 mile journey to work, mostly dual carriageway and a bit of motorway.

She's had it 3 years and the only time it's actually let her down was a dead battery. A few MOT failures, 1 being a front lower arm at around 90,000 miles. Same issue with the heat shield falling off and rattling as on our cars. You cut your hands to pieces changing the headlight bulbs, tailgate is just the right height for smacking your head on.
Personally I hate the driving position, too high and upright, but that's just me. She likes it, but is looking at the Chinese MG ZS to replace it.

Overall, build quality seems ok, body panels fit well, wheels still look ok, though the interior feels cheap and transit-like, comfy seats, easy to use computer on the dash, stereo is a bit clunky, steering is light (too light for me), as is the gearshift (again, too light for me, sneeze and you've changed gear). The parts I have had to change haven't been any cheaper than they are on the ZT.

1 thing that caught me out when doing an oil change was the under tray being held on with plastic clips. A couple broke when removing them, but had some that were similar enough to replace them.

She likes it, and everything she likes about it, is the reason I hate it. (Oh should add, it's a 2010 model)

SCP440 · 13th October 2019, 19:35

A friend bought a new one 3 years ago and when it was delivered there were numerous faults that were so bad he ended up getting a replacement new car after 6 months and threatening legal action. Its replacement has been OK but he does complain about creeks and rattles from the trim.

His is a diesel so is great on fuel but its not quickest thing on the road.

At the last service the main dealer reckoned it would need new discs and pads all round soon at a cost of £550

. I am not sure what Nissan make there parts from or how long they reckon it takes to fit them because I can get good quality parts to do the job for a 1/3 of that.

marinabrian · 13th October 2019, 20:31

If it's what he fancies, then why not? it won't be any worse than an ageing 75 or ZT.

I often chuckle at the comments about how smooth and compliant the 75 is........well with one notable exception, I've never experienced the fabled "Magic carpet ride".

Any modern car (see new), no matter how cheap and cheerful will knock spots off any 75 or ZT, it's a sad fact, although they were a good car in their time, they were of their time, and times change, cars evolve, are easier to drive, quieter, smoother and more economical.

Does this make them better? well it depends on what you want from a car, reliability albeit boring, or quirky and interesting, with a concession or two to reliability.

Back to the CashCow, I've only ever driven one, and it seemed ok, it's not what I would choose to drive as a daily, but a lot of people seem to like them.

I would suggest he drive a couple to see what engine choice suits him, and remember most on here will be prompting him to keep his 75, and how dare he eschew 75 ownership and as such won't be giving the most impartial of advice

Brian

13th October 2019, 14:20	#1
Rev Jules This is my second home Rover 75 Tourer+ Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Radcliffe on Trent Posts: 10,711 Thanks: 7,308 Thanked 3,929 Times in 2,051 Posts	Nissan Qashqai thoughts. My lad wants to get rid of his 75 Diesel for a second hand one of the above, your thoughts on them would be appreciated. Rev

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sworks Been absent for a while… Rover 75 Tourer, Classic mini Cooper S, Abarth 595 competizione, MG TF and a Hyundai Tucson PHEV Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cumbria Posts: 13,065 Thanks: 1,033 Thanked 1,686 Times in 1,040 Posts	Seen a few needing bottom arm bushes, make sure it runs well as I believe the injectors can be difficult to get out and ask if the little metal pressure pipe with the banjo joint has been replaced as they block with carbon. When blocked they give a check engine code and strangely a traction control fault __________________ ................................................. 'Marmite' Possibly one of the most famous 75 tourers produced! left the production line as the last of only Three Rover 75 tourers produced in Trophy Yellow. 48 hours later Longbridge closed. The last sold ordered 75 Tourer. Paid for by the Phoenix Four and handed over by John Towers to the Warwickshire Northampton Air ambulance service as a Rapid Response vehicle

13th October 2019, 14:29	#2
RogerHeinz57 I really should get out more....... A Reasonably Priced Car Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Burton Latimer Posts: 2,530 Thanks: 408 Thanked 1,064 Times in 712 Posts	They seem to do quite well on MOT unless badly neglected, had a few in with snapped off front drop links, but generally seem quite a fair motor despite the links with Renault. Also one of the few modernish cars which have as standard : Obvious underseal to areas of special interest (Subframe mounts) Stainless steel rigid brake pipes.

13th October 2019, 17:21	#4
bikerdude666 Posted a thing or two Jaguar Xe diseasal Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Little Stanion, Corby Posts: 1,922 Thanks: 363 Thanked 390 Times in 241 Posts	I can only comment on my experience with my wife's, and that is ridiculously rusty underneath, considering it's half the age of my ZT, but definitely more rusty. The 1.5 diesel is incredibly slow, and from what I've read is one of the most polluting cars on the road today. She's averaging around 50mpg on a 50 mile journey to work, mostly dual carriageway and a bit of motorway. She's had it 3 years and the only time it's actually let her down was a dead battery. A few MOT failures, 1 being a front lower arm at around 90,000 miles. Same issue with the heat shield falling off and rattling as on our cars. You cut your hands to pieces changing the headlight bulbs, tailgate is just the right height for smacking your head on. Personally I hate the driving position, too high and upright, but that's just me. She likes it, but is looking at the Chinese MG ZS to replace it. Overall, build quality seems ok, body panels fit well, wheels still look ok, though the interior feels cheap and transit-like, comfy seats, easy to use computer on the dash, stereo is a bit clunky, steering is light (too light for me), as is the gearshift (again, too light for me, sneeze and you've changed gear). The parts I have had to change haven't been any cheaper than they are on the ZT. 1 thing that caught me out when doing an oil change was the under tray being held on with plastic clips. A couple broke when removing them, but had some that were similar enough to replace them. She likes it, and everything she likes about it, is the reason I hate it. (Oh should add, it's a 2010 model)

13th October 2019, 19:35	#5
SCP440 I really should get out more....... MG ZT-T 260 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Witney Posts: 2,504 Thanks: 6 Thanked 910 Times in 571 Posts	A friend bought a new one 3 years ago and when it was delivered there were numerous faults that were so bad he ended up getting a replacement new car after 6 months and threatening legal action. Its replacement has been OK but he does complain about creeks and rattles from the trim. His is a diesel so is great on fuel but its not quickest thing on the road. At the last service the main dealer reckoned it would need new discs and pads all round soon at a cost of £550 . I am not sure what Nissan make there parts from or how long they reckon it takes to fit them because I can get good quality parts to do the job for a 1/3 of that.

13th October 2019, 20:31	#6
marinabrian MG ZT Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne Posts: 20,151 Thanks: 3,565 Thanked 10,837 Times in 5,718 Posts	If it's what he fancies, then why not? it won't be any worse than an ageing 75 or ZT. I often chuckle at the comments about how smooth and compliant the 75 is........well with one notable exception, I've never experienced the fabled "Magic carpet ride". Any modern car (see new), no matter how cheap and cheerful will knock spots off any 75 or ZT, it's a sad fact, although they were a good car in their time, they were of their time, and times change, cars evolve, are easier to drive, quieter, smoother and more economical. Does this make them better? well it depends on what you want from a car, reliability albeit boring, or quirky and interesting, with a concession or two to reliability. Back to the CashCow, I've only ever driven one, and it seemed ok, it's not what I would choose to drive as a daily, but a lot of people seem to like them. I would suggest he drive a couple to see what engine choice suits him, and remember most on here will be prompting him to keep his 75, and how dare he eschew 75 ownership and as such won't be giving the most impartial of advice Brian