I love my 2nd gen xterra, not sure why more don't. It's essentially a 4runner for a far better value. Only a few small problem areas, trans cooler (pre 09) check the trans fluid and coolant for signs of mixing ie strawberry milkshake, cam chain tensioners wear so listen for any rattle or tapping on startup, and the rear diff breather clogs causing pressure to build up in the diff and push the seals out. All are stuff you can mod easily and watch for.