GEOFF wrote:I replaced my 93 mainly due to timing chain guide scare. My 93 needed the plastic chain guides replaced (car at 107k), oil pan leak ($1400!) tension rods, window switch fuses, etc. I also wanted a touring model, though little difference in 95 except wing and rear stabilizers. The 94 touring was the last year for HICAS 4-wheel steering which added a little. The 1st few production 94 Qs may still use plastic chain guides. You would have to check prod date and make sure it was a late one. 95 Qs have a little better transmission cooling, but an add on cooler is still recommended. 93 is a little quicker, but hardly noticeable. 93 aslo has more responsive steering and that is what I miss the most! I like the updated stereo, climate ctrl, A-pillar tweeters, auto day/nite mirror, armrest, seats, grill, driving lights.So overall I like the 95 better and will take better care of it.
Interesting. I liked the 93 I used to own better overall. It handled better (less isolation), and it seemed quicker, but I haven't had my 95 to the dragstrip to confirm that. The interior on the 93 was a lot nicer too. The seats were more supportive and comfortable, Infiniti used leather everywhere rather than a leather/vinyl combo and the quality of the leather they used in 93 was far superior to that used in 95. I do like the stock stereo on the 95 better though and not having to wonder if my 93 was one of the lucky ones with the new guides is nice. Both are great cars, but I'd rather have a 93 (with new guides). 93s were the best of the breed IMO. You get the first gear start, firmer suspension, better interior and possibly newer guides. Unfortunately, it's pretty hard to find a good example now. I found several with 150K miles, or service histories indicating abuse (one had been brought into a dealer for a knocking sound. It turned out to be 4 quarts low on oil), or cars covered with door dings, scratches or terrible interiors when I looked for one about a year and a half ago. I looked for many months, and couldn't find one in good shape with relatively low miles so I ended up buying a 95 in nice condition instead.
If anybody is looking for a 95, mine will probably for sale in the next couple of months. I've got 2 small children in car seats, and I am probably going to get some kind of bigger family hauler to replace it. I'd miss it greatly, but really need more room for car seats/strollers/toys/etc/etc.
