Is this your first Infiniti?

[Mockarena]

I'm picking up my first Infiniti (EX) on Thursday! Can't wait!

[EX-lover]

Yup, this is my first Infiniti. I went through the same path like most of you. I was seriously considering Rogue, then Murano....but I couldn't cross EX off my list after sitting in one at the Toronto Carshow last year....Damn carshow....hahaha.....but no regret ....my wife and i love our EX

[Kenike]

Yep, First One.

Had 4 Maxima's in a row.

Always SE's and loaded with everything.

Was hesitant to give up the sporty Maxima feel. But my EX is just as fun to drive and has soooo many more toys in it.

Only thing I miss on my Maxima is the heated steering wheel.

(and I kinda still wish I had a cassette available. I had made so many great mixes on tape.)

[inteller]

(and I kinda still wish I had a cassette available. I had made so many great mixes on tape.)

welcome to the 21st century, .m3u is your friend.

[EX35_bernard]

This will be my first Infiniti!

Got interested when the G37 coupe out. Was looking at buying it for sooo long and when I finally had the chance I went for the EX!

[njcu]

The EX is our first Infiniti although we've owned several Nissans before so it's pretty much the same thing to us in terms of build quality, cabin tech is insane though on this car. I think though that had the EX not been available as a vehicle we would have gravitated towards another Infiniti model, G35 Sedan, M or FX45.

[khung]

I am so excited to pick up my first infiniti (Ex35) on this Saturday. My last two was Mercedes and I feel boring on their design. Thank you KJ911T and EX35 Bernard giving me advice on my deal.

[dividedhighw]

Hey, another Canuck - Welcome, khung!!

Cheers,David

[RR_EX35]

This will be my first Infiniti!

Got interested when the G37 coupe out. Was looking at buying it for sooo long and when I finally had the chance I went for the EX!

Same here, I was looking to buy a G37 coupe and ended up seeing the EX35 in the showroom. Wow! Anyway, ended buying the EX35. I love this car. I have 400 miles so far on the car. Just got it last week.

[unicus]

my wife drives a 2003 G35 Coupe 6MT and we decided to go with Infiniti once again due to style and its impressive bang for buck vs Benz, BMW. We had considered the Acura but heard there was a lot of noise, and bumpy during freeway driving.

cheers,unicus

[EXceptional]

First one for us... after looking at the Buick Enclave, Nissan Murano and GMC Acadia.

There were others to consider, but in the end we wanted to get away from the Big 3 and from Lexus/BMW/Porsche Dealerships that were located so far away (for servicing purposes)

Didn't like Dodge's line-up and we will never buy a Ford.

[BrokenTiller]

First Infiniti. Got the EX 2 weeks ago. Had 2 Saab 9-5s (sport combi and sedan) before finishing the lease on the sedan. Tried the new Saab 9-3 XWD, but wasn't that impressed for the price. Enjoyed an Audi A4 that I owned and almost went with another Audi until I checked out the Infiniti dealer. I meant to test drive the G35X but saw the EX on the floor and said what the heck is that? 2 test drives later and I am happy new owner.Other vehicles considered:BMW 328xiSaab 9-3 Aero XWDAudi A4 and A3

[Patrick K]

This is my first Infiniti, I am single so the lack of back room seat does not

matter to me. I looked at cars all over the board I just liked the EX the

best, it has been almost a month and so far I am very happy with it.

[gbear]

I have had the following Infiniti products:

2004 FX-352005 G-352007 G-352008 EX-35

The EX is my favorite of the batch. The 2007 G was faster, cut rode rough on the highway and had no way to haul anything larger than a suitcase.The FX was nice, but a lot slower, and rode like a buckboard. I can't forsee myself buying anything but Infiniti from now on, I also have had 7 other cars and trucks between myself, my wife, and daughter since 2004, all nice cars, but none can match Infiniti

[Dr. Bombay]

First Infiniti too - after over a decade of German cars, the wife decided she liked the Infiniti over other comparable cars (the price wasn't too bad either)!

[gloa2000]

My EX is my 2nd Infiniti, from Kia-Honda-BMW-Infiniti G20-Nissan-Nissan-Nissan-Infiniti EX35, Nissan All the WAY!

[ayap888]

I'm an Audi fan, but don't like bulky SUVs like the Audi Q7. The Q5 is also pricey compared to the Infiniti EX35. The cockpit of the EX35 is top-notch! Beats the black plastique look of the Audi Q5 and A4.

[gloa2000]

it was my first infiniti and the more I drove it, the more I felt I was driving a nissan.

Infiniti is built by Nissan....

[dividedhighw]

I think the OP meant he paid for an upscale Infiniti, yet it drives like your average Nissan. (I don't agree, but I believe that was the intention.)

Cheers,David

[atlex35]

I think the OP meant he paid for an upscale Infiniti, yet it drives like your average Nissan. (I don't agree, but I believe that was the intention.)

Cheers,David

We actually love the interior of the EX. This is our 2nd infiniti. The EX goes well with the G35 coupe parked next to it

[gloa2000]

We actually love the interior of the EX. This is our 2nd infiniti. The EX goes well with the G35 coupe parked next to it

I love the Interior as well, but for me the sad thing is Nissan is using the same layouts these days. Check 370Z's Interior, its not Nissan anymore, its Infiniti.... Well, their price is not Nissan anymore either.

[gloa2000]

well, if driving EX feels like Nissan, he should try Acura(Honda), Lexus(Toyota), Audi(VW).

[driveforfun]

It's my first Infiniti, and have owned 4 Acura's and an Audi. I believe the overall quality and performance of the EX to be exceptional. Always loved the reliability of Acura's and the great build quality. Infiniti appears to me to be just as good in this area, with the added benefit of superior performance due to RWD. The luxury features are outstanding on the EX and the vehicle is beautiful both on the inside and out. I have had more positive comments from friends, strangers and family members about the EX in three weeks of ownership than I have ever gotten about my Acura's or Audi.

Enough said!

[dividedhighw]

Welcome to NICO, driveforfun!!

Cheers,David

[Bmore]

I also had a Saab 9-5 (with the V6) before trying an Infiniti for the first time with the EX35. I loved the Saab for the most part but then never really felt comfortable with the cost of maintenance, the dealer and the service, or the shoddy resale value. Overall I couldn't bring myself to get another Saab, especially with the state of GM, though there are things about the car that I will absolutely miss. Prior to the Saab I had a great experience with an Acura Integra. Very reliable and nice fit and finish and I never forgot how much I enjoyed having a hatchback. But, after the Saab, I wondered if I preferred European design and driving dynamics (and utility; wagons and folding down back seats available galore) more than the Japanese. I considered an Audi A4 wagon and the A3, and had hoped to wait for the BMW X1 but my Saab gave out before its release, but ultimately I was too wary of Audi reliability and dealer service and would have had to spend $5-10K more on a comparable vehicle. The EX's discounting just was too much to walk away from and I really liked the smallness of it with the option of folding down the seats and putting in a bike or a dog or a coffee table or whatever. My Integra revisited but without having to be in some clunky SUV. I had people suggesting the Toyota RAV4 and the Subaru Forester, but they just pale in comparison in terms of luxury and refinement and driving experience. The A3 might've been a good one for me, but again, the reliability issues and they are coming out with a total redo in 2010 and it would've driven me crazy to have the older model. Hopefully I won't be driven crazy when the 2010 EX35 comes out with a better engine and some more legroom. If they do the European dog barrier and hooks, I'm going to be really pissed! : ) In any event, that 2010 will probably be at least 5 grand more (probably won't discount as much) so it all works out. The other issue I worry about is resale value. When things get SO discounted on the front end, be wary about what is to come on the back end, eh?

I guess all they'll be able to do with the 2010 is increase the back legroom by making shorter seats and no expansion then of the cargo area. My dog feels a bit claustrophobic in the back and she's pretty small. I heard that it was only shortening of the seats, as opposed to a change in the vehicle dimensions. Does anyone have more info?

Anyway, I am really enjoying the car so far. I think it'll be a good fit for me. However, I am still getting used to it in many respects since it is so different than my Saab. Feels weird to drive to me at times since it is so different. But a great car.

[coold8]

3rd95 Q452001 QX42008 EX35

[RioD007]

Yep... Had only german sled's in the family prior to my EX. Now i'm hooked... Next project is an FX50s

[cjre1]

Infiniti is a higher scale by Nissan, like Acura is to Honda and so on.....

[psal1051]

The EX35 is my first Infiniti; it definitely won't be my last! I've also had 3 Nissans.

I love my EX35!