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Over the years I’ve had many cars. From simply driving for enjoyment to the need for utility each one was special in some way. Here you can get a glimpse of each one.
2007 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE
On November 28, 2006 I brought home my second Nissan Altima. I truly loved the first one and with the new features and
subtle styling changes I just had to have the new one. It was that or I would have to replace the tires on my 2004. 
This new Altima kicks out 270hp and does so without the torque–steer that my 2004 had. With the Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Trasmission) you get an even smoother acceleration adding to the joy of driving. With great features such as Bluetooth®, satellite radio, MP3 playback and Intelligent Key she definitely caters to my “inner geek”.
The interior is roomy and well laid out keeping things within easy reach and aesthetically appealing. Front occupants need not be concerned with cold seats in New England winters thanks to heated front seats. Rear passengers will also be kept more comfortable with rear seat vents.
Of course I’ve got plenty of pictures.
Specifications
Mechanical -
| Engine | 3.5–liter DOHC 24–valve V6 engine
Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS) Variable Intake System Nissan Direct Ignition System Iridium–tipped spark plugs Electronic drive–by–wire throttle |
| Drivetrain |
Front engine/front–wheel drive Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with manual mode Traction Control System (TCS) |
| Brakes |
11.7" Vented front disc/11.5" rear disc brakes 4–wheel Anti–lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) |
| Suspension and Steering |
Front: Independent subframe–mounted strut–type Rear: Multi–link independent Front and rear stabilizer bars Sport–tuned suspension — retuned struts/shocks, stiffer springs, and thicker front (24.2 mm) and rear (18.3 mm) stabilizer bars Vehicle speed–sensitive variable–assist power rack–and–pinion steering |
Exterior -
| Color | Winter Frost |
| Wheels and Tires |
17–inch x 7.5&ndashinch 5–spoke aluminum–alloy wheels P215/55VR17 (V–rated) Bridgestone® Turanza® EL400 tires |
| Styling |
Automatic on/off headlights High Intensity Discharge (HID) xenon headlights Fog lights Rear spoiler Dual exhaust with single chrome exhaust tip finishers Splash guards Dual body–color power outside mirrors Folding outside mirrors with turn signal indicators Heated outside mirrors with timer Power sliding glass sunroof with tilt feature UV–reducing solar glass |
Interior -
| Color | Blond Leather |
| Convenience |
Intelligent Key with push–button ignition Bluetooth® Hands–free Phone System HomeLink® Universal Transceiver Air conditioning with in–cabin microfilter Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) with in–cabin microfilter and rear vents Power windows with one–touch driver–side auto-up/down with auto–reverse Passenger–side front window one–touch auto–up/down with auto–reverse Remote front windows down Key–operated windows up/down Power door locks Remote keyless entry with trunk release Cruise control with steering wheel–mounted controls Fine Vision meters (speedometer and tachometer) Multi–functional trip computer Tilt and telescoping steering column Vehicle speed–sensitive variable intermittent windshield wipers Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors with sun visor extenders Auto–dimming inside rearview mirror with compass 12–volt DC power outlets (2) and retained accessory power Overhead sunglasses holder Illuminated center console Map lights and rear reading lights Carpeted trunk lid HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc |
| Seating/Appointments |
8–way power adjustable driver's seat Driver's power adjustable lumbar support Leather–appointed seats and door tri Leather–wrapped steering wheel Leather–wrapped shift knob Heated front seats Wood–tone trim 60/40 split fold-down rear seatbacks |
Audio -
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Digital Bose® audion system with AM/FM/in–dash 6–CD changer, 9
speakers, Radio Data System (RDS), and MP3/WMA CD playback capability Steering–wheel–mounted audio controls Speed–sensitive volume control Auxiliary audio input XM® satellite radio |
Safety -
|
Nissan Advanced Air Bag System with dual–stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt
and occupant–classification sensor Driver and front–passenger seat mounted side–impact supplemental air bags Roof–mounted curtain side–impact supplemental air bags for front and rear– seat outboard occupant head protection 3–point ALR/ELR passenger seat belt system (ELR for driver) Front–seat Active Head Restraints Front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters LATCH System (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) Zone Body construction with front and rear crumple zones Hood buckling creases, pipe–style steel side–door guard beams, and energy– absorbing steering column Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) |
Security -
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Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System Vehicle Security system |
Curb Weight (lbs) -
| Xtronic CVT | 3,364 |
Fuel Economy Estimate -
| Xtronic CVT (city/highway) | 22/28 |
Capacities -
| Interior passenger volume (cu. ft.) | 100.7 |
| Cargo capacity (cu. ft.) | 15.3 |
| Fuel Tank (gals.) | 20.0 |
Dimensions (inches) -
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 109.3 |
| Overall length | 189.8 |
| Overall width | 70.7 |
| Overall height | 57.9 |
| Track Width | 61.0 |
| Interior | |
|---|---|
| Head room without sunroof (front/rear) | 40.6/36.8 |
| Leg room (front/rear) | 42.2/34.5 |
| Hip room (front/rear) | 56.8/52.5 |
| Shoulder room (front/rear) | 55.7/55.5 |