Micra review: Oh, Lola we're finally together
Hello everyone,
I'll start by thanking Darin and Tim for this website.
It's a goldmine. And well laid out and straightforward.
I may not be the sharpest when it comes to learn my way around a forum.
You guys just made it easier. Thank you.
And here comes my review:
First of all it's my personal opinion about Lola.
And it's very subjective, of course.
Do I like my Micra? Yes.
Is it a perfect car? Yes, for the price I'm paying.
I just drove my first 1000 kms and about 70% was city driving in Calgary AB.
And 30% highway driving between High River AB and Calgary AB.
I'm impressed with:
Fuel mileage compared with an 1989 Pontiac Bonneville and a 2012 Ford Fusion.
Traffic light quick starts due to a decent power/weight ratio.
A calm and composed demeanor on city streets up to 60 kms/h.
Great cargo capacity with the back seats removed.
And the FUN factor that's going sky high. No regrets at all for buying my Lola.
I'm less impressed with:
Noise at highway speed (3000 RPM and around 112 kms/h)
and my sweet mermaid becomes a screaming Banshee.
The OEM Firestone tires are not helping. Highway 2 in AB is also not the greatest.
Actually it's really badly made. And the car sound proofing is non existent. Oh, well.
There are some other things to mention , but overall I'm happy so far.
And I'll make some changes ASAP regarding the noise and the tires.
I regret there is no race track in AB. You guys in ON & QC are so lucky.
If there are any questions, suggestions or comments regarding my review. please let me know.
Thank you.
Big black bear and Alberta Micra owner.
Lola: Review after 2 years and 2 months 8329 kilometers
I only drove around 8000 kms due to the nature of my occupation.
I drive a big rig for a living year round up to a quarter million kms.
Lola usually stays parked waiting for my weekly return home.
I changed the Firestone tires after the first winter with CT WinterTreak Snow tires 15 inches.
There a significant difference in traction and even the noise is lower. The rubber is softer.
The Firestone tires are in the storage right now.
Every 6 months an oil change and an inspection is done at the Nissan dealership that sold the car new.
No issues so far. Except the battery is not charged properly. The car it's driven only about 2 hours per week.
I let 5 of my friends drive my car and they all like it a lot. All 5 are big rigs commercial drivers.
I have no regrets buying it. I would buy it again if needed.
The only complaint:
Speed bumps. I need to cross over them at very low speed. Otherwise it scrapes the muffler.
I do mostly city driving at speeds between 60 to 80 kms/h. Rarely 100 kms/h.
Fuel mileage varies. Average to date is 8L/100 kms. Blame it on my right foot.
I hold on tinting because of Manitoba restrictive laws. I wanted to be able to do cross Canada driving.
I may forget about MB and just do it anyway. I pay 1165 CAD yearly insurance with TD.
It's Alberta, remember it. It's not cheaper here. If anyone has any questions, please let me know.
By the way, NO. She is NOT for sale. Sorry. LOL...