So i am in the market for a car and i came across what seems to be a fairly good deal. Its an 04 g35 AT coupe with ~100k miles on it with 1 owner. There are some marks on the bumpers and small scratches on the exterior but no dents or signs of being repainted, body panels line up properly so it doesn't seem to have been in a wreck. Interior is in good shape and all the switches work, no lights indicating any issues. I only got to see it for a few minutes as it was parked in a driveway with a for sale sign up on it.

I'm going to be going back in a day or so to look it over more thoroughly and i am wondering if there are any things that i should look out for with these cars? 100k miles seems to be average for a 10 year old car. From what Ive read on these forums it seems these cars can go 150k or even 200k miles if properly maintained, but are there any overly expensive repairs i should be looking out for in the near future?

 

Repairs for the most part are mostly maintenance. Don't really have engine problems. There are your common oil leaks which any car will get eventually with higher mileage. Nothing major though. Feel free to hit me up if you have any other questions.

 

Actually went ahead and bought the car after having a mechanic look at it and getting the all clear from him. Car seems to be mechanically sound, Previous owner actually took better care of the car than i had expected. Brake pads need to be changed in about 2k miles and the tires have about 75% of the tread remaining. Seems like a steal for $7500.

 

I've been looking and waiting and yes, that is a great price for an 04. Guys seem like they're askin 9500-10 grand , even at 100K.

 

Not a bad price. You will have fun driving it! Then the mod bug will bite lol.