I'm looking for a second car and the G35 is one of my options.

I'm leaning towards a 2006/2007 with lower miles but had some questions:

1. Are there any certain items I should look for when buying a used G35 (problem areas, wear areas, etc.)?

2. Are there any specific questions I should ask about like certain parts replaced?

3. Any certain things I should look for when test driving (funky shifting or whatever).

4. Are there any years/models/options that you suggest staying away from?


Additionally what type of gas mileage are you guys seeing with a stock G35?

I'm sure I'll have more quesiotns, thanks in advance!

Josh

 

17-18 MPG usually 20 if I get all highway..

1. Are there any certain items I should look for when buying a used G35 (problem areas, wear areas, etc.)?
umm.. Light on the clock goes out.. make sure the radio and cd changer works..

2. Are there any specific questions I should ask about like certain parts replaced?
look around under the engine bay and if you see parts with part number stickers on them that means they've been replaced.. good indicator if a car has been in an accident or not

3. Any certain things I should look for when test driving (funky shifting or whatever).
if it is a manual just how smooth it shifts (condition of syncro) will tell you a lot about the previous owners driving habits and maintenance..

if it is auto just drive and and shift it around.. 05+ rev match 03-04s do not rev match.. so if you're test driving an 05+ then make sure the shifts are nice and smooth.

4. Are there any years/models/options that you suggest staying away from?
get an 06-07 for no problems and small interior improvements like aluminum brush ring around the door speakers and bluetooth.. 03-04 have ugly interiors.. 05 oem radio will not save your sound settings -.-' 03-04 have smaller sunglass compartment and doesnt fit anything in there..

upside to 05 is that if you take off your wheels and do not replace the tire sensor you dont get a warning light lol until you drive 75 straight miles or osmething like that.. lol

 

2003 - 2004, 6MT G35s had Brembo Brakes
2005 - 2007, 6MT G35s have standard sports suspension & 19" wheels
2003 - 2005, G35s have the 287hp motor? 278? one of those lol
2005 - 2007, 6MT G35s have 298hp motor
2005 - 2007, 5AT G35s have 279hp (something like that)
2003 - 2004, G35 have ugly interior trim
2005 - 2007, G35s have nice metal brush trim
2006 - 2007, G35s have projector headlights
2006 - 2007, G35s have memory seats (prem package)
2006 - 2007, G35s have bluetooth (prem package)
2004 - 2005 G35s have an optional aero package
2006 - 2007 G35s have an optional aero package (different style)
2004 - 2005 G35s have smooth tail lights
2006 - 2007 G35s have taillights that are indented in with a trunk button on there
2006 - 2007 G35s do not have Infiniti logos on their floor mats

2004 g35s came in twilight blue

2006 g35s came in a platinum color? I dont remember the official name but its like a pewter

2005 g35s came in lakeshore or some type of other blue? lol

2003-2004 6MTs has a stiffer clutch then the 05-07 6MTs

2005+ have sexy pedals..

2005+ the sunglass holder was redesigned so it can actually fit sunglasses
2005+ cluster looks different
2006+ navi can tilt and motorized
2005+ they got rid of 2 power sockets (driver/passenger) and put one in the glove compartment

 

2005+ G35s has bigger brakes then standard 03-04 g35s
2005+ 6MT g35s have a red 3.5 badge on the engine cover
2004 G35s have a ugly sat radio antenna
2005 G35s have a sexy one
2006 has a very small sexyer one
2005+ rear view mirrors are different then previous years
2006+ interiors have padding on the door arm rest.. previous models did not

2003 did NOT have TPMS
2004-2007 have TPMS

^ up untiil 2006 it did matter if you actually had the sensor or not it would not throw the dash light warning on if you removed the sensors

 

oh 05+ got chrome door handles lol
05+ got motorized navi
(again, 06+ got tilt + motorized navi)
06+ got revised navi (new interface)
05+ plays mp3 cds

 

1) It's a pretty solid car. Yes, there are some horror stories out there but what car doesn't have that? The engine can burn a little oil but I don't see a way of knowing that unless you buy the car. Checking the dipstick wouldn't neccesarily tell you that it is burning oil, but I would do it anyways. If the guy cares about his car it shouldn't be low on oil. I check mine twice a month.

2) make sure the guy has all his receipts. Don't buy the car unless you know exactly what has been done to it.

3) If it's a manual transmission, the main thing people 'new buyers' comment on is the noise. It's a loud transmission, she talks to you. Doesn't mean something is wrong. As long as it shifts nice, revs properly, etc. you're good to go.

4) I would go with +05. It's got the rev-up motor.

5) Gas mileage: Depends how you drive it. When I drive aggresively, I get about 18mpg, normal 22 mpg, conservative 25mpg.

 

alot of good info already. Every car has its quibbles and issues. and if a car isnt maintained well it will give you more problems then cars that are better taken car of. 05 and up have nicer interiors. 06 and up with rev up motors eat oil. just something to look out for. i have an 04 and i can agree that the sunglasses holder is too small haha. Iv had no other issue though. the only year id stay away from is 03 bc there were transmission issues and if you get a manual youll be replacing 3rd gear sycros at some point. if i had to buy over again id look at an 04 or 05 with a good history.

 

2005 IP 6MT with Graphite Interior fully loaded with Aero (Front Lip Guards and Wing)

Lower it, some black vinyl on the oem bumper diffuser, throw some volks on with spacers = DONE

 

Wow. Gotta say CarBodyKits is a wonderful contribution to this community!

 

Wow, haven't been in an '04 but if my '05 sunglass holder is too small, can't imagine what yours is like. Geesh! I wear nothing but Scott and Spy and none of them have ever fit in their haha! How bout those awesome cup holders too? Forget big gulps, I'd be lucky to fit a regular size cup from a McDonalds or something like that.

 

Our cars come with a "big gulp" holder IN the center console... It's like a addon.. those of you that bought your Gs used might not have gotten it =(

There is also a "trim piece cover" that lets you take off the arm rest cushion for the center console arm rest.. so if you're a frequent big gulp drinker you can simply do that and there you go.. biggest freaken cupholder ever!! =D

(placing your elbow on top of the big gulp lid while driving helps too LOL)

- Eric

 

Are you serious, '04 interiors ugly? Not if you keep the trim polished and scratch free and the leather seats treated/clean. Sunglass holder too small, not if you wear kids glasses....lmao That's were I keep my cell, fits perfect. My '04 doesn't use a drop of oil between changes except what I find in her catch can which amounts to 1/4 cup yearly....not bad! If you find a G35 that been taken care of with low mileage and garage kept you should have any problems....SLICK isn't for sale!!
Gary

 

check out the TSB's on this forum that have been stickied!