Welcome to the EX forum Start here.

Re: (PolarDog)

Timmbo — 2009-11-17T20:47:04-08:00

Quote, originally posted by PolarDog raquo;

Hello all! I'm from Chicago and I got my 2008 EX two weeks ago (Journey AWD with Premium Pkg). I am extremely happy thus far and I am impressed with the quality and candor of this site. I look forward to contributing if I can. Thanks!

Welcome to the EX35 Forum! It is a pleasure having you here as a new member of NICOclub! Enjoy the new ride!

PolarDog — 2009-11-14T16:37:24-08:00

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

movadopika — 2009-08-21T20:08:16-08:00

3 weeks ago I purchased my new 09 EX35 RWD Journey fully loaded. So far I love it and I do not forsee that changing anytime soon.

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (Paulicul)

Timmbo — 2009-07-27T19:39:20-08:00

Quote, originally posted by Paulicul raquo;

Hy
I'm Paul, i have my EX since september 08, i'm following NICO for a couple of months now, but haven't had a reason to sign in before now, i'm from Bucharest,Romania and i manage an Infiniti dealership here so you can imagine i'm a huge fan.
My first Infiniti was a 08 FX35, but after an unpleasant event i had to consider trading it in for an EX mainly because it was the only one i had available in the showroom.
i'm very pleased with my ex, although it could use a better handling, and the engine sound isn't as unique as the FX's.
So, i hope i can be of use, because NICO sure was for me.

Glad to hear you are enjoying your new EX!!!! Welcome to the EX35 Forum! It is fabulous having a member from Romania here on NICOclub!

How are Infiniti sales in Romania? How long has Infiniti been available there?

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

Paulicul — 2009-07-27T03:07:52-08:00

Re: newbie (ClayCalgary)

Timmbo — 2009-07-06T19:34:32-08:00

Quote, originally posted by ClayCalgary raquo;

I've had my EX35 since March 2008 and have been following the forum just never took the initiative to sign-up. finally!

Well, we are thrilled to have you here as a new member of NICOclub! Enjoy the EX35 Forum!

newbie

ClayCalgary — 2009-07-04T20:13:50-08:00

I've had my EX35 since March 2008 and have been following the forum just never took the initiative to sign-up. finally!

Re: Hello from Niagara Falls Canada (Vitek)

Timmbo — 2009-07-04T18:42:06-08:00

Quote, originally posted by Vitek raquo;

I just got my EX35 last week.Made 500km so far and I love this car. There is no infiniti dealers in my area so I had to go around 100km to the dealer but it was worth it

I got Scarlet gray color with beige interior and journey package.

Vitek

Welcome to the EX35 Forum! Glad to have you as a new member of NICOclub!!!! Congrats on the new purchase!

Hello from Niagara Falls Canada

Vitek — 2009-07-01T10:09:41-08:00

I just got my EX35 last week.Made 500km so far and I love this car. There is no infiniti dealers in my area so I had to go around 100km to the dealer but it was worth it

I got Scarlet gray color with beige interior and journey package.

Vitek

A bit late but..

BROUDIE — 2009-06-28T07:51:08-08:00

Hi, its a bit late but I got a 2008 EX35 Journey last week. Logged in 6500 miles now. I know, I know.

Re: maintaining ex-35 battery on extended holiday (rshazam)

cjre1 — 2009-05-20T21:50:11-08:00

Quote, originally posted by rshazam raquo;

don't you lose radio, security and other memory settings by disconnecting battery?
thanks,
r

Just the radio presets you lose. No issues there, since I can reporgram them and where I live I only get 4 stations. I always listen to CD's.

Re: maintaining ex-35 battery on extended holiday (rshazam)

dividedhighw — 2009-05-20T19:59:37-08:00

Hey people ... to facilitate those searching for answers and those participants interested in assisting/commenting, could we please reserve this thread as the Welcome thread and post substantive discussions under their own thread?

Thanks,
David

Re: maintaining ex-35 battery on extended holiday (cjre1)

rshazam — 2009-05-20T19:08:23-08:00

don't you lose radio, security and other memory settings by disconnecting battery?
thanks,
r

Re: maintaining ex-35 battery on extended holiday (rshazam)

cjre1 — 2009-05-19T18:52:15-08:00

Fir

Quote, originally posted by rshazam raquo;

My wife and I purchased brand new black on black 2008 EX-35 last Nov and love it-- except for our local dealer deciding to go out of business last month! It's a great looking and running car-- just hadn't bargained on having to drive 1/2hr plus to have it serviced.

re: battery-- we will be away visiting family back east for 2 mos during summer and contemplate purchasing 12V 1.25A Battery Tender Plus to safely maintain auto battery in our absence. Any suggestions/wisdom on the subject that might help us avoid/minimize problems would be much appreciated.

Good wishes to all.

First off, Congrats on your purchased.
Second off, what I do when I leave for 2, 3 or 4 months, I unplug the battery from the car so it does not drain. When I come back I put it back on and it works first start. I would not use a battery tender plus.

What if the thing shorts out while you are away, or cause a fire. I would not risk having that plugged in for that many moths. This is my two cents for what its worth.

Well to our forum home!!! Now you are family.

Re: maintaining ex-35 battery on extended holiday

rshazam — 2009-05-19T18:15:43-08:00

Good wishes to all.

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (dividedhighw)

cjre1 — 2009-05-18T21:25:27-08:00

David,

You are welcome. I posted a new thread on it and I got a lead.

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (cjre1)

dividedhighw — 2009-05-18T15:39:28-08:00

Sorry, Chris - can't help you on compatibility info for an Optima battery. Perhaps you can post a separate thread on it.

Cheers,
David

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (dividedhighw)

cjre1 — 2009-05-18T12:34:37-08:00

David,

Wow, that is so cool that you teach too. Teacher's rule!!
BTW: my boss name is also David. You are nicer.

Quick question, Can you change the battery to an Optima battery in the EX35? Which color is better and what model number do I need? I can not find it on this forum. Your help is greatly appreciated!!!

Have a good day.

Christopher

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (cjre1)

dividedhighw — 2009-05-17T18:10:31-08:00

A warm NICO Welcome to you, Christopher!!

(I teach programming networking at the college/university level also!)

Cheers,
David

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (cjre1)

cjre1 — 2009-05-17T12:29:04-08:00

Everyone,

I have been on many forums through out my life and this forum is far the best, what I read and researched so far.

To introduce myself: I was born and raised in CA. I can't leave, I love the mountains, beach, weather and homes out here. I work in the Technology field and I am also a professor/instructor at a technology college in southern CA.

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

cjre1 — 2009-05-17T12:24:02-08:00

Hello Everyone,

This is the the happiest day of my life, well second, the first was when I got married.

I just purchased a EX35 fully loaded. I am picking it up this week. Whoo Hoo. I am so excited.

I a proud to be a part of this family.
I own a Mazda 3S GT, Honda CR-V and Nissan Altima. Added to my family of cars is the new 2008 EX35 Journey fully loaded. I got a sweet deal on it too.

Christopher

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (blushful)

dividedhighw — 2009-05-14T15:28:00-08:00

Welcome to NICO, blushful!!

(Sorry, don't know how to disable the alarm - perhaps you can post a new thread in the main forum.)

Cheers,
David

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (dividedhighw)

blushful — 2009-05-13T12:43:42-08:00

hello everyone,
here from saudi arabia, just got my EX35 last weekend, it's really powerful..it gives u the feeling of a sport car
but last night the security system annoyed me..when i dropped a friend home.. when he opened the door the alarm went on..i guess bcoz the door lock button should've been unlocked before he open the door
and u can imagine how was that annoying to the ppl in the middle of the night i was so embarrassed
so, does anyone knw if i can deactivate this kind of alarm??

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (Kinex)

dividedhighw — 2009-05-12T16:40:53-08:00

Welcome to NICO, Kinex and thanks for sharing the details of your purchase!!

Cheers,
David

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

Kinex — 2009-05-12T09:46:34-08:00

I just purchased the 2008 Infiniti EX35 Journey AWD with Premium pkg and Navi. It's silver with black leather interior. It's my first Infiniti, but I did have a Nissan Sentra SE-R before (quite the upgrade in driving experience).

I bought the car because I needed a bit more room for a infant seat, but I hate big cars. This was the perfect compromise. It is a bit tight in the passenger seat for anyone over 5'4" when I have the infant seat in, but usually there's no one in the passenger seat so it's not a big deal for me. I love how it handles like a car and how smooth the ride is. It's definately the most stylish car in it's class.

Re: New at this forum (Mephisto75)

dividedhighw — 2009-05-07T19:06:59-08:00

Quote, originally posted by Mephisto75 raquo;

Well.... I guess the next step is to get a good deal on an EX.
(This might be a little bit off topic but...)
Are there any suggestions? What would be a good deal beside the MSRP?
I've read about some deals 10k under MSRP is this realistic?
I tend to get fully loaded one. my prob is that you can't get any quotes of a fully loaded EX specially on one with a color different than black and white.

Hey Michael,

If you're still looking for an answer, you might check out this thread:
http://forums.nicoclub.com/zer...imate
(has some discussion and recent numbers)

Cheers,
David

Re: New at this forum (dividedhighw)

Mephisto75 — 2009-04-28T10:32:38-08:00

Thanks David,

this sounds great to me. It means that i don't need to change anything.

cheers

Re: New at this forum (Mephisto75)

dividedhighw — 2009-04-26T16:35:45-08:00

Welcome to NICO, Mephisto75!!

Quote, originally posted by Mephisto75 raquo;

If you turn on the direction lights how do they appear? I mean the rear lamps, are there dedicated bulbs that flush or does the cluster of leds flush?

The turn signals operate amber bulbs both front and back. The rear turn signals are NOT in the LED cluster, but rather, integrated into the bumper.

HTH,
David

New at this forum

Mephisto75 — 2009-04-26T14:17:00-08:00

Hello everyone!
Im really happy havin found this forum after a long search!

To introduce my self: I life in good old germany in the far north of the country.
Unfortunately Infiniti is unknown in Europe at leat in Germany. Later this year Infiniti has planed to start sales also in Germany and introduce the EX37 among others but to a ridiculously high price. Thats the reason why Im planning to buy one (EX35) in the us and ship it to Germany. However life wouldnt be that interesting if there will not be obstacles to overcome. One of 'em is the german TUV (Technical Inspection Authority). As some of you might know in Europe cars are not allowed to have red direction indicator and must have leveling headlights etc etc...

According to this I have simple question: If you turn on the direction lights how do they appear? I mean the rear lamps, are there dedicated bulbs that flush or does the cluster of leds flush?

Hope to get some more infos about the things that needs to be changed to get a permission.

thanks so far
Michael

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (gap)

dividedhighw — 2009-04-05T16:53:22-08:00

Welcome to NICO, gap - from a fellow Ottawan!!

I'm sure TG will do a good job for you. I bought mine from 417 and because it's more conveniently located for me; I also have it serviced there.

Cheers,
David

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

gap — 2009-04-04T11:29:03-08:00

Hello from Ottawa, Ontario. Just picked up my new 08 EX35 Premium Black with Stone interior. Had to haul back from Toronto as Ottawa sold out of the 2008's.

So far totally enjoying it. Hoping the local TG Infiniti dealership will wecome servicing my vehicle with all the benefits of customers who purchase through them.

We will see....5765 km till first oil change.

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

driveforfun — 2009-04-01T18:19:37-08:00

Purchased a black EX35 w/Journey package three weeks ago and have been very pleased with the vehicle. I went to the Infiniti dealership with the full intent of buying a G37. Spent one night with the G37, and then the second night with the EX35. My wife absolutely fell in love with the EX. And while from a performance standpoint the G is the superior vehicle, the EX is very well rounded and offers a very good balance between performance, comfort, ride quality and luxury features. We are empty nesters, so the small back seat is not a problem, but can see where that has created some problems in marketing the vehicle. We like the versatility of the vehicle and find that there is a good amount of cargo space when lowering the back seats. I'm average about 23 mpg after 900 miles in mixed driving, which isn't bad for a 297 HP vehicle in this class.

In short, the vehicle is a blast to drive, but has a more compliant ride than the G. The luxury/nav features are superb, the audio system outstanding and the vehicle has good versatility. Looking forward to several years with the car and am interested to see what Infiniti has in store in 2010 to tweak the EX for the marketplace. The current edition works for us!http://forums.nicoclub.com/zeropost?cmd=replyid=3737041#

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (NEX35)

dividedhighw — 2009-03-30T13:13:27-08:00

Thanks for checking in and Welcome to NICO, NEX35!!

Cheers,
David

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

NEX35 — 2009-03-29T09:40:39-08:00

Hello from the great northwest. Just picked up our new '08 EX35 yesterday. It's Black with Stone int, AWD, Journey, Nav, Prem, Lux Style. We love the car. We test drove the G sedan, but didn't like the ride. The EX was more to our liking. This our first Infiniti. We hope to keep it for years to come.

Re: (atlex35)

dividedhighw — 2009-03-23T15:50:01-08:00

Welcome to NICO, wolf1 and atlex35!!

Cheers,
David

atlex35 — 2009-03-16T09:16:57-08:00

I'll be picking up my Blk/Blk EX35 today. I got the Nav and Premium packages.

We already have a 2006 G35 coupe. I hope find so good info here.

Thanks,

John

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

wolf1 — 2009-03-14T16:11:49-08:00

I don't own an EX yet, but I will. After researching every all-wheel-drive crossover and car this winter, I finally decided on the EX and am working on getting the best deal I can. Hoping the winter driving in wisconsin will be better in the EX than my previous car!! I don't understand why they didn't sell very well.

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (FLYGUY)

dividedhighw — 2009-03-08T15:53:56-08:00

A big Canadian Welcome to you too, FLYGUY!!

As far as asking the dealer to "take care of" the TSBs, you can ask, but I expect they'll just say "they've all been done" - yes without checking. Call me cynical, but try it and let us all know how it goes!

FWIW, I find the Nav package excellent. Yes, definitely pricey, but it's accurate, always seems to be in the appropriate zoom or display mode, and though not perfect, is hardly ever wrong - unlike the Nokia 500 we have in my wife's Subaru that told us to turn left where there's been no left turn allowed ANYTIME for the last 15 years!!

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

FLYGUY — 2009-03-08T10:28:48-08:00

Hello from Calgary Alberta. I just bought my new 08 EX35 last week, picking it up at the end of the month. They have to bring it in from down east as there were no 08's left with the options that I wanted.

I bought an 08 because of the incentives and some of the features in the premium package in 08 are only available in the nav package in 09.

I have been going through this forum and find it very informative. This is my first Infinity, so lots of learning.

Here is my first question. I have been reading about some of the TSBs - should I ask the dealer to take care of these before I pick up the car?

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (Paultra)

dividedhighw — 2009-01-23T09:18:48-08:00

A big Canadian Welcome to NICO, Paultra!!

I almost bought an Edge myself, but decided it was more bulky than I needed and more thirsty than I wanted.

Cheers,
David

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

Paultra — 2009-01-23T05:38:33-08:00

Hi,

My name is Paul and I purchased my first Infiniti last week. 2008 EX35 with Journey, Nav, Premium and Tech package. So far the vehicle is awesome. Tech package is great, ride fit and function is excellent. I am looking forward to testing performance after break in period.

Current Cars:
2007 Ford Edge (great family vehicle)
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder (currently under cover for the cold Canadian winter.

Regards,
Paul

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (dividedhighw)

louis1800 — 2009-01-20T08:46:58-08:00

Sorry for the typos; what I try to type is Charcoal leather (graphite)...

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (louis1800)

dividedhighw — 2009-01-09T09:10:50-08:00

Welcome to the Internet's premier EX forum, louis1800!!

What exactly is "choral leather"?? Or did you mean coral - unless your car sings!

Seriously though, I didn't know that colour was an option.

Cheers,
David

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

louis1800 — 2009-01-09T08:23:49-08:00

Hello All,

1st time Infiniti owner; our EX is blue slate/choral leather/premium/roof rails/all weather mats. This is my wife�s everyday car and she was sticking with Volvo XC60; I was a great salesman to convince her for the Infiniti. Glad to join the club and looking forward to hear/learn all the positives and negatives about this crossover!

Thanks.

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (exfanNY76)

dividedhighw — 2009-01-03T13:06:23-08:00

Welcome aboard RollerEx35!!

Cheers,
David

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

exfanNY76 — 2009-01-03T12:33:37-08:00

Hi everyone,

We just picked up our Dark Currant/Wheat/AWD/Premium/Luxe/Wood Package Infiniti EX35 on New Years Eve. So far we could not be happier with the drivability. What a fun car to drive!!

Look forward to learning more about this car on this forum.

Thanks

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here (dividedhighw)

RollerEx35 — 2009-01-03T10:24:03-08:00

Hello everyone,

I am new here but purchased my EX35 back in August. I am new to the Infiniti family and I am very happy with my decision.

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here (graphongraph)

dividedhighw — 2008-12-09T07:53:00-08:00

Welcome to NICO, graphongraph!!

Cheers,
David

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here

graphongraph — 2008-12-09T07:13:50-08:00

Hello eveyone, just joined. Picked up a 2008 EX35 a few days ago as the lease was going out on the 05 FX35.
Couldn't get exactly what I wanted, but quite happy with the Plat Graphite Ext/Graphite Int with Prem, Luxe and Nav pckgs.

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

Titans08 — 2008-11-24T20:34:31-08:00

Hello, just joined this evening from Nashville.

Soon to be new owner of a Blue Slate/Wheat/AWD/PREM/NAV EX35 the day after Thanksgiving for the wife. She is coming from a 03 Corrolla so this is a HUGE step up. She is so stoaked about the keyless fob, bluetooth, heated seats, power and the list goes on and on. Found a great deal on one in Lexington, KY. Can't wait to pick it up. Wil post pic's this weekend

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (dividedhighw)

AZTEX35 — 2008-11-21T20:29:29-08:00

Thanks for the welcome - tried to http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=324923 the pics under the "What color is your EX?" topic - not sure if these will stick (file size may be too large) - little different animal of how to post to this forum.

Regards

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (AZTEX35)

dividedhighw — 2008-11-21T08:32:55-08:00

Welcome, AZTEX35! Very much appreciate you contributing to our group and your confirmation that we're stockpiling some useful info here!

Can't see your pics but hope you fix that soon ... looking forward to some scenes from the Southwest US of A!

Cheers,
David

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

AZTEX35 — 2008-11-20T22:24:04-08:00

Hi all,

Want to thank you for the great forum. Decided to go ahead and register and hopefully can share experiences with my EX. Purchased used in May, Black Obsidian with stone (I think it's stone) interior. Premium/Navigation/All Weather Mats, Tint and roof rails.

Info on this forum has really been great, helped me to identify the TSB's for fuel pump and steering column - took it in last week, dealer was up to speed, had parts in place and made it very easy. Definitely ranks up there with service levels of Audi and Mercedes. (Lexus was above par, but not to these levels - IMHO)

Anyone even contemplating the EX versus the G35 - no comparison, but I guess depends on your individual taste. G is much more of a sport sedan, feel greater torque, stiffer ride. Wife has M35 and honestly like the EX better - performance, MPG, quiet, smooth ride.

Since I know the game that posts mean zip w/out pics - here's a few from the desert southwest.

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (dividedhighw)

rshazam — 2008-11-17T14:49:34-08:00

Happy to have just taken delivery on a new obsidian black EX 35 journey with premium style pkgs. First Infinity purchase for me-- although I have been responsible for 2 prior purchases by friends.
With its wealth of electronics, what is the best procedure for avoiding battery drain when you go on vacation and leave the car at home? I gather the battery shouldn't be disconnected, so how long can the car reasonably be left unattended, without starting it?
If it has to be started occasionally to preserve battery, how long does the motor have to be run before the next starting?
Thanks in advance for answers to a question I never had to ask with my old (1991) Honda Accord!
RMR

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (dividedhighw)

lsursock — 2008-10-31T03:57:07-08:00

Hello,

I am about to buy an EX35, but I can't make my mind up on the color!
I am hesitating between Blue Slate and Platinum Graphite (Blue Onyx and Diamond Graphite respectively in Canada). Either choice will be with wheat or stone interior depending on availablity. Any suggestion is welcome, and pics of a Platinum Graphite would be very helpful as they are very scarce on the net, and tend to change under different lightning conditions.

Cheers,
-lance

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (Bsilk)

dividedhighw — 2008-10-31T03:30:04-08:00

Congrats on your new EX and welcome to our group!

Glad to hear you've been finding our forum useful already!!

Cheers,
David

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

Bsilk — 2008-10-30T17:44:40-08:00

Hi everyone,
Just wanted to say Hello. And hope eveybody is enjoying there EX.I wil be picking mine up tomorrow (Halloween). Love all posts keep them up.

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (shentong)

dividedhighw — 2008-10-27T06:13:36-08:00

Quote, originally posted by shentong raquo;

I'm new here and proud of being one of you!

Welcome! Sorry to hear about your 1st-day woes, but glad to see your posts!!

It's great that you found NICO to be a useful resource because here, we're all about sharing information, resources and experiences!!

Cheers,
David

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (rn79870)

shentong — 2008-10-26T22:35:58-08:00

Hi there!

I'm new here and proud of being one of you!

Truly love my EX35 and have been reading A LOT about it, manual, review, forum (this is a great resource!!), even before I pick up the car. I finally got it TODAY. Not the best experience, but I'm still SO happy to have it!! Will need a lot help from you guys, though!

later!

Re: Welcome to the EX forum Start here. (Mockarena)

dividedhighw — 2008-10-19T15:40:00-08:00

Welcome, Mockarena!

I think you'll find the "regulars" here are both friendly and knowledgeable!

Cheers,
David