545i vs G35 reliability
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545i vs G35 reliability
I'm on the verge of buying a used car. Right now I'm torn between a 545i or G35 coupe.
The only thing holding me back on the 545i is the 'stigma' of used BMW reliability and electrical problems. It's enough to make me go towards a G35...
However... I'm reading that EVERY 6 speed coupe built after 2005 has this oil consumption problem - I've also read at least one thread on another forum where someone had their engine replacement denied due to 'non-Infiniti/Nissan oil changes'...
This has me more than a bit concerned.. Since I'm buying used, many of them are nearing the end of the warranty period. Not only that, but from what I understand Nissan has no idea what caused all of these oil consumption issues which makes me think the new motors will eventually do the same thing.
Thoughts? Has anyone bought a used G35 and gotten a warranty replacement motor? Has anyone had more oil consumption issues on a 'new' motor?
The only thing holding me back on the 545i is the 'stigma' of used BMW reliability and electrical problems. It's enough to make me go towards a G35...
However... I'm reading that EVERY 6 speed coupe built after 2005 has this oil consumption problem - I've also read at least one thread on another forum where someone had their engine replacement denied due to 'non-Infiniti/Nissan oil changes'...
This has me more than a bit concerned.. Since I'm buying used, many of them are nearing the end of the warranty period. Not only that, but from what I understand Nissan has no idea what caused all of these oil consumption issues which makes me think the new motors will eventually do the same thing.
Thoughts? Has anyone bought a used G35 and gotten a warranty replacement motor? Has anyone had more oil consumption issues on a 'new' motor?
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i drive a g35 and i was on the same boat as u,
If u care for sport look 2 door coupe and 545i is not on the same level.
Ive driven my friends 545i alot, We even ran them, G35 always jumps on it even tho 545 is a v8.
but the drive u get in the 545 is not comparable to g35. G is squeky, poor quality next to german 545, When u close the door in the bmws u feel like ur in ur own world. In g35s sometimes i have to check to see if i have any windows open cause it absorbs so much sound from the outside.
545i on 6mt does better damage and feel sportier.
I'd pick the 545 if i had to pick again. cause 5 series is on the level of m45/ when G is on the entry level...
If u care for sport look 2 door coupe and 545i is not on the same level.
Ive driven my friends 545i alot, We even ran them, G35 always jumps on it even tho 545 is a v8.
but the drive u get in the 545 is not comparable to g35. G is squeky, poor quality next to german 545, When u close the door in the bmws u feel like ur in ur own world. In g35s sometimes i have to check to see if i have any windows open cause it absorbs so much sound from the outside.
545i on 6mt does better damage and feel sportier.
I'd pick the 545 if i had to pick again. cause 5 series is on the level of m45/ when G is on the entry level...
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ive heard japanese cars are more reliable than germans, but then again thats what ive heard. if your more of a sports car guy and dont need to carry that much, a g35 is fine, IMO g35 looks much nicer then the 545, 545 is more of a bigger sedan more spacious and luxurious, but if your young have no kids maybe a wife or GF then go for the G, but if you have a family and plan on taking your family around then the 545.
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However... I'm reading that EVERY 6 speed coupe built after 2005 has this oil consumption problem - I've also read at least one thread on another forum where someone had their engine replacement denied due to 'non-Infiniti/Nissan oil changes'...
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I won't even consider a 335 due to the reliability issues they've had. If I was going to get a smaller BMW it'd be a 330Ci, but I'd rather have a G35 than the 330.
I'm curious about the oil consumption issue - at least one poster is claiming that not all of the cars are affected.. I don't understand how this can be the case unless it has to do with break in or something.
Also, has anyone purchased a used G35 and needed to do the warranty claim? Again, my concern is dropping 20k+ on a vehicle and then having issues dealing with warranty service.
I'm curious about the oil consumption issue - at least one poster is claiming that not all of the cars are affected.. I don't understand how this can be the case unless it has to do with break in or something.
Also, has anyone purchased a used G35 and needed to do the warranty claim? Again, my concern is dropping 20k+ on a vehicle and then having issues dealing with warranty service.
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I was on the fence also between an '06 330Ci, '06 M3, or '07 G35 coupe.
I took the G35 since it looks way better and more aggressive. Japanese reliability was a big part too. The Bimmers looked more plain and ordinary the more I compared.. even tho the old M3 can eat G35's for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Reduce your risk by purchasing CPO also.
I took the G35 since it looks way better and more aggressive. Japanese reliability was a big part too. The Bimmers looked more plain and ordinary the more I compared.. even tho the old M3 can eat G35's for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Reduce your risk by purchasing CPO also.
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