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Afton
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mkaresh wrote:There should be plenty around Nashville. Just figure out what you want then patiently check Autotrader, Craigslist, etc. for it.
Found a 2004 G35 coupe in Birmingham, in great condition, purchased last Thursday.


mkaresh
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We have updated our car reliability stats for the G35 and G37 to include owner experiences through March 31, 2011.

Repair frequencies, in terms of repair trips per 100 cars per year:

2010: 17

2009: 34

2008: 46

2007 sedan: 50

2007 coupe: 59, very small sample size

2006: 51

2005: 41

2004: 49

2003: 66

The 2007 coupe and 2008 are about average, though very close to "better than average" while the others are all better than average.

We have two additional statistics, "Nada-odds" and "Lemon-odds," to indicate the percentage of cars with no repairs in the past year and those that required 3+ trips to the repair shop.

These stats for the years we had enough data:

2009: 81, 2

2008: 70, 2

2007 sedan: 79, < 1

2006: 59, < 1

2005: 76, 4

2004: 59, < 1

2003: 57, 3

Infiniti G35 / G37 Lemon-odds and Nada-odds

We'll have further updates in August and November. With more participants we could provide more precise information.

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buckeyebw
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Joined: Wed Aug 10, 2011 6:47 am
Car: 03 g35 4dr 6mt

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have03 with 176k mostly freeway miles, 100% original, 100% dealer maintained and still lovin it. Only problem was BoseCd jam, twice! Now trying to decide to keep/modify or start anew.

mkaresh
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We have updated our car reliability stats for the G35 and G37 to include owner experiences through June 30, 2011.

Repair frequencies, in terms of repair trips per 100 cars per year:

2011: 37

2010: 20

2009: 37

2008: 46

2007 sedan: 56

2007 coupe: 47, very small sample size

2006: 47

2005: 35

2004: 41

2003: 77

The 2007 sedan and 2008 are about average, while the others are all better than average.

We have two additional statistics, "Nada-odds" and "Lemon-odds," to indicate the percentage of cars with no repairs in the past year and those that required 3+ trips to the repair shop.

These stats for the years we had enough data:

2010: 89, < 1

2009: 77, 2

2008: 63, 2

2007 sedan: 81, < 1

2006: 60, 2

2005: 78, 4

2004: 61, < 1

2003: 47, 3

Infiniti G35 / G37 Lemon-odds and Nada-odds

We'll have further updates in November and February. The more participants we have, the better the information we can provide.

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jcjim78
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Joined: Thu Sep 01, 2011 11:13 am
Car: 2003 G35 Sedan
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I have a 2003 G35 w/ 150K miles. Unfortunately the car needs new heads. Can anyone recommend a good Machine Shop in Calif. Ventura Co. / Los Angeles County area?? Thanks...

PaulMassicotte
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Joined: Wed Oct 26, 2011 6:18 pm
Car: Infiniti G35

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Hi. I'm Paul. New guy from Canada. I've got an '03 G35 Automatic with all available options except the nav system. I've 159,000Km on mine, without a hint of trouble aside from wear, as in brakes and tires. I bought it used, but have all service records and repair receipts. Local owner and locally maintained at the Nissan Dealership in town. Routine maintenance and care is the key, I'm guessing. By far the most fun that can be had with 4 doors! Loving every minute behind the wheel. I replaced an '01 Mustang with this, and am extremely happy!

dArWood
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Joined: Thu Dec 01, 2011 8:38 pm
Car: 2004 G35 Sedan

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Hello,

I'm new to this Website/Forum. What prompted me to sign up here and learn all I can about my car is because I got taken in by Sears. And, I've had it. I have a '04 G35 Automatic Sedan w/o the navigation system or the bluetooth. I already have 96,700 on it. I'm about to reach the mileage for the warranty and am scared. I'm a single mother about to get laid off by Anthem Blue Cross. I very naive about cars. I've taken my car in to Sears and to the Dealers only since I've had my car, I purchased it used in 2007. So, far nothing major all maintenance. There were a few things that were covered by the Warranty which was wonderful. I'm really happy with my car.

This last time I took my car in to Sears and purchased a set of 4 tires w/ alignment, balance & roadside assistance. Driving home I notice the balance was still off. I meant to take it in but procrastinated for about a month. So, this past Nov. 25 I took it into my Dealer as they had a special on Oil Change. While it was there they check my tire pressure and found that the one of the Tire Pressure Sensor was damaged. They told me that the whoever last serviced my tires broke the Sensor and would cost me $255 + tax to replace it. I was upset. I called Sears and spoke with the Manager, of course, they denied it. I went ahead and had it replaced and the next day went to Sears and spoke with the Manager personally with the broken Sensor in hand and pleaded my case with no success. He again denied responsibility. I was upset to say the least. I left and looked into getting advice on going to small claims court. After looking at the invoice more carefully I noticed they charged me for 4 new TPS along with the maintenance kit which was $47. The more I was furious so I took to Facebook and posted what happened. It wasn't long after that I got a response stating that they would help resolve my situation and the next day I got a call back from the Manager who stated that he was willing to fully reimburse me for cost of replacing the broken TPS as well as the 4 TPS that was also charged in exchange that I go back on Facebook and state there that issue resolve and satisfied with the results which I did, BUT I am not happy at all. The following Monday I brought my car back in to get other things done (maintenance) and come to find out that they had to redo the alignment, rebalance the tires & the Shims on the rear Brakes were gone. Well, the last one who serviced my Brakes last was Sears. So, by the time I left with my car I spent almost $1,700. Yup! :nono: So, I'm done being naive. I want to learn more about my car before I take it in. So, that is why I am here.

Yes, I am a middle-aged woman, single-mom, who is soon to be out of a job AND angry. Well, in a good powerful angry way! lol. This is me!

Mark2012
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Joined: Fri Dec 23, 2011 12:59 am
Car: 2005 Infiniti G35x

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dArWood,


Hopefully you never have to deal with them again. The only thing that can make things a bit shaky is dealing with a company that may not be up to date with the familiarity on vehicles with alot more technology than an average ford, chevy or any US made car. Not to say that I would put a company down but just if they haven't dealt with many foreign cars like Infiniti would be hard to let just anyone work on them. Although finding the right kind of mechanic who always take care of things which I've had in the past I'd always go back to them. Though with my mechanical experience sometimes I might catch one trying to through a fast one but I'm no dummy about cars. Glad they took care of the issue for you. Also feel free to drop me a line if you need any advice.

Mark2012
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Car: 2005 Infiniti G35x

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I'm recently new because I have a passion for cars and also a loyal Infiniti owner. I've gone through 2 generations of Infiniti's and my 05 G35x is the 3rd. My last Infiniti got totaled due to an accident not my fault. The day I was car shopping I had an impression that I was going to switch to an Acura TL due to its sleek looks. Only downside is I don't know alot about Acura but did drive one. Then coming across a nice Lakeshore Slate 05 G35x it was funny to say just like love at first sight. This car was not only clean on the outside but on the inside as well. It doesn't have the popup NAV but it doesn't matter because I stick to my trusty tom tom if needed. The other thing I was impressed with is it had the Intelligent Smart key system. So I love not needing a key to open doors or start the car.

When I purchased the car it was picked up at an auction and the car had been serviced at a Infiniti Dealership in Nebraska and when I took the car for routine maintenance it had all the records on file and the service manager told me whoever owned the vehicle before me took pretty darn good care of the car. Since then as long as Infiniti keeps up the great work on their vehicles I will continue to buy their cars. A 1996 Infiniti I30 was my first & a 2002 Infiniti I35 was my 2nd and both of them I could pretty much do just about anything a local dealership could perform being fortunate to use my buddies shop to do work myself except if It were electrical.....forget about it. I am still learning all of the maintenance routines and diy work but if anyone has questions or help id be more than happy to give it a shot.

mkaresh
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We have updated our car reliability stats for the G35 and G37 (on our redesigned site) to include owner experiences through September 30, 2011.

Repair frequencies, in terms of repair trips per 100 cars per year:

2011: 25

2010: 21

2009: 37

2008: 49

2007 sedan: 70

2007 coupe: 47, very small sample size

2006: 55

2005: 44

2004: 39

2003: 65

The 2007 sedan is about average, while the others are all better than average.

We have two additional statistics, "Nada-odds" and "Lemon-odds," to indicate the percentage of cars with no repairs in the past year and those that required 3+ trips to the repair shop.

These stats for the years we had enough data:

2010: 79, < 1

2009: 75, < 1

2008: 62, < 1

2007 sedan: 64, 3

2006: 65, 5

2005: 76, < 1

2004: 77, 3

2003: 62, 3

Infiniti G35 / G37 Lemon-odds and Nada-odds

Thank you, once again, to this forum and everyone who has been helping. We'll have further updates later this month and in May. The more participants we have, the better the information we can provide.

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Wrenchboy
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Joined: Fri Jan 27, 2012 10:34 pm
Car: 08 G37s

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Signed up for the survey hope it helps out
08 g37 Coupe
05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
07 Saturn Ion
06 Ford F550 Crew Cab

Infinitehaha82
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Joined: Sat Mar 31, 2012 10:08 pm
Car: 2008 Infiniti G35x

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Heres your Bump :-D

I just purchased my 2008 Infiniti G35XS and pick it up tomorrow morning. I am signing up for the survey and reliability tracker today. I am excited to be a part of this Forum and help with this information.

mkaresh
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We have updated our car reliability stats for the G35 and G37 to include owner experiences through September 30, 2012.

Repair frequencies, in terms of repair trips per 100 cars per year:

2012: 9, small sample size

2011: 13

2010: 26

2009: 28

2008: 42

2007 sedan: 35

2006: 71

2005: 56

2004: 70

2003: 80

The 2003-2006 and 2008 are about average, while the 2007 and more recent years are all better than average.

We have two additional statistics, "Nada-odds" and "Lemon-odds," to indicate the percentage of cars with no repairs in the past year and those that required 3+ trips to the repair shop.

These stats for the years we had enough data:

2011: 88, < 1

2010: 83, < 1

2009: 77, < 1

2008: 75, < 1

2007 sedan: 69, < 1

2006: 50, 5

2005: 64, < 1

2004: 60, 8

2003: 66, 6

We'll have further updates in February and May. The more owners participate, the more precise these will be.

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robsusan
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Joined: Thu Jan 03, 2013 7:24 am
Car: 2005 Infiniti G35

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Hello Everyone!

I became the proud owner of a Black 2005 G35 sedan with 80,000 miles a couple weeks ago. I am very impressed with this car. Not only does the car look showroom new, it has the power to get you where you're going. I look forward to hearing from other G owners as I continue to enjoy driving this beautiful car.Any things I need to watch for? I don't know the history on this car as far as maintenance in the past years. The car was given to me and has never been wrecked and the engine is strong and quick.I want to keep this car looking new and fast. Any comments from some seasoned owners?

daddygriz
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Joined: Mon Jan 07, 2013 8:44 am
Car: Infiniti G35X

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Hello
I am a proud new to me 2007 G35X with 107,000 miles. :crazy: Traded in a 2004 CRV for it. What a world of difference. Outstanding car!!!!! Hope to be a active member of the forum. Can't wait to start the mods. :woot:

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andy92129
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Car: 2013 Infiniti G37 Sedan

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Joined the Survey a few months back. I'm for reporting reliability reliably!

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ddemier7
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Joined: Mon Jan 21, 2013 7:26 pm
Car: 2003 Infiniti G35 coupe with 75,000 miles and a saturn ion

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I have a 2003 g35 coupe. I wanna know reliability. Mine only has 74,000 miles

G35 Stittsville
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In the process of buying a 04 G35 Sedan. Have signed up for the TrueDelta reliability data site and I'm looking forward to reading about the car. The one I am buying has 190,000 kms (roughly 115,000 miles) but has been cared for like a baby. Any idea on how many more kms/miles I have left?

Looking forward to reading posts in the future.

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audtatious
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I've seen people with the VQ motor go over 300k miles. I had 158k on my Maxima when I got rid of it and it ran like a top with not a single motor problem the 7 years I owned it.

Obviously results differ.

mkaresh
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We have updated our car reliability stats for the G35 and G37 to include owner experiences through December 31, 2012.

Repair frequencies, in terms of repair trips per 100 cars per year:

2012: 6, small sample size

2011: 10

2010: 36

2009: 26

2008: 31

2007 sedan: 32

2006: 60

2005: 59

2004: 53

2003: 83

The 2003, 2005, and 2006 are all moderate, while the other years are all low.

We have two additional statistics, "Nada-odds" and "Lemon-odds," to indicate the percentage of cars with no repairs in the past year and those that required 3+ trips to the repair shop.

These stats for the years we had enough data:

2011: 91, 2

2010: 72, < 1

2009: 84, < 1

2008: 76, < 1

2007 sedan: 69, < 1

2006: 53, 5

2005: 57, < 1

2004: 65, 5

2003: 50, 9

Thank you, once again, to this forum and everyone who has been helping. We'll have further updates in May and August. The more owners involved we have, the better the information we can provide.

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G2B35AGN
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Car: 2006 G35x
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Enrolled my 2006 G35x, which I have owned for a whole three weeks.

mkaresh
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We've updated our reliability stats for the G to include owner experiences through March 31, 2013.

Repair frequencies, in terms of repair trips per 100 cars per year:

2012 G: 15, low, small sample size
2011 G: 15, low
2010 G: 33, low
2009 G: 24, low
2008 G: 25, low
2007 G sedan: 31, low
2006 G: 50, moderate
2005 G: 45, low
2004 G: 60, low
2003 G: 69, low

We have two additional statistics, "Nada-odds" and "Lemon-odds", to indicate the percentage of cars with no repairs in the past year and those that required 3+ trips to the repair shop:

2011 G: 90, 2
2010 G: 74, < 1
2009 G: 82, < 1
2008 G: 78, 1
2007 G sedan: 72, < 1
2006 G: 64, 2
2004 G: 53, 5
2003 G: 57, 3

We'll have further updates in August and in November.

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aarr_ttyy
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Joined: Sat Jun 22, 2013 12:12 am
Car: 2008 Nissan Skyline 350GT

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My aircon just packed in. It was working fine until I pulled in at a convenience store. When I returned to the car and started it up it was only blowing out warm air and its 35 degrees outside today. Not good. I turned it on and off a few times and then there was a loud thunk from behind the dash / engine room. Pressing the on / off button a few more times I got the same result. Then putting the car into drive and accelerating away I breifly heard a rattling noise. I have a feeling the compressor just broke but can't check for sure until I take it to the dealer. I'm afraid to drive it until then. The car is a 2008 model with less than 40,000km. My last car (a Honda) never gave me any aircon problems and I racked up over 180,000km from new. What gives!? Has anyone else has this or a similar problem and what was the cause and fix?

NissanLady
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Car: 2003 Infiniti G35 - Sedan (DP)

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Did it :)

mkaresh
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We've updated our reliability stats for the G to include owner experiences through June 30, 2013. (Another source is about 14 months behind.)

Repair frequencies, in terms of repair trips per 100 cars per year:

2012 G: 19, low, small sample size
2011 G: 13, low
2010 G: 39, moderate
2009 G: 21, low
2008 G: 23, low
2007 G sedan: 20, low
2006 G: 49, low
2005 G: 60, moderate
2004 G: 63, low
2003 G: 35, low

We have two additional statistics, "Nada-odds" and "Lemon-odds", to indicate the percentage of cars with no repairs in the past year and those that required 3+ trips to the repair shop:

2011 G: 88, < 1
2010 G: 74, < 1
2009 G: 83, < 1
2008 G: 79, 1
2007 G sedan: 81, < 1
2006 G: 72, 2
2004 G: 54, 8
2003 G: 83, < 1

We'll have further updates in November and February.

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mkaresh
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We've updated our reliability stats for the G to include owner experiences through December 31, 2013.

Repair frequencies, in terms of repair trips per 100 cars per year:

2012 G: 18, low
2011 G: 16, low
2010 G: 26, low
2009 G: 18, low
2008 G: 21, low
2007 G coupe: 24, low, very small sample size
2007 G sedan: 23, low
2006 G: 56, moderate
2005 G: 61, moderate
2004 G: 68, moderate
2003 G: 35, low

We have two additional statistics, "Nada-odds" and "Lemon-odds", to indicate the percentage of cars with no repairs in the past year and those that required 3+ trips to the repair shop:

2011 G: 87, < 1
2010 G: 77, < 1
2009 G: 81, < 1
2008 G: 81, < 1
2007 G sedan: 81, < 1
2006 G: 60, 2
2005 G: 58, < 1
2004 G: 56, 9
2003 G: 65, < 1

We'll have further updates in May and in August. The more owners participate, the more comprehensive and precise these will be.

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robemlv
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Car: 2007 Infiniti G35 Coupe 6MT

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I am new and I just completed the survey. I just purchased a 2007 G35 Coupe 6MT.

mkaresh
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Our reliability stats for the G now include owner experiences through March 31, 2014, making them nearly a year ahead of other sources.

Repair frequencies, in terms of repair trips per 100 cars per year:

2013 G: 12, low, small sample size
2012 G: 13, low
2011 G: 17, low
2010 G: 27, low
2009 G: 19, low
2008 G: 24, low
2007 G coupe: 35, low, very small sample size
2007 G sedan: 26, low
2006 G: 63, moderate
2005 G: 54, low
2004 G: 60, low
2003 G: 39, low

We have two additional statistics, "Nada-odds" and "Lemon-odds", to indicate the percentage of cars with no repairs in the past year and those that required 3+ trips to the repair shop:

2011 G: 86, < 1
2010 G: 76, < 1
2009 G: 81, < 1
2008 G: 84, < 1
2007 G sedan: 83, < 1
2006 G: 59, 2
2005 G: 61, < 1
2004 G: 59, 6
2003 G: 71, < 1

Thank you, once again, everyone who has been helping. Next update in August.

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mkaresh
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robemlv wrote:I am new and I just completed the survey. I just purchased a 2007 G35 Coupe 6MT.
Thanks! We're especially short on these because the coupe and sedan are different generations for this year.

mkaresh
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We've updated our reliability stats for the G to include owner experiences through June 30, 2014.

Repair frequencies, in terms of repair trips per 100 cars per year:

2013 G: 7, low, small sample size
2012 G: 13, low
2011 G: 15, low
2010 G: 28, low
2009 G: 22, low
2008 G: 25, low
2007 G coupe: 28, low, very small sample size
2007 G sedan: 34, low
2006 G: 64, moderate
2005 G: 66, moderate
2004 G: 64, low
2003 G: 57, low

We have two additional statistics, "Nada-odds" and "Lemon-odds", to indicate the percentage of cars with no repairs in the past year and those that required 3+ trips to the repair shop:

2011 G: 88, < 1
2010 G: 79, < 1
2009 G: 80, < 1
2008 G: 81, < 1
2007 G sedan: 70, < 1
2006 G: 56, 5
2004 G: 60, 3
2003 G: 68, < 1

Next updates in November and in February. The more owners participate, the more comprehensive and precise these will be.

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