r/infiniti Dec 15 '23

Guide Crop your posts, and general purchasing advice

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If you're going to post a picture of a car asking if you should buy it then you need to provide more detail than just an uncropped picture of the listing. Please include the year of the vehicle, any packages it has, the mileage, and if it's a rebuilt title; it's impossible to determine the quality of a deal without this info.

Some general questions you'll want to ask yourself if buying:

G35/G37/Z:

  • Are the bushings good?

  • Does the car have the cylinder ring issue?

  • Can I afford to replace the catalytic converters if the car is over 150,000 miles

  • Am I okay with replacing the radiator at 190k miles?

  • Can I comfortably afford premium gas (no, you cannot put regular in these unless you want the car to commit wrecking-yard-self.)

  • Am I okay paying this much for a 10+ year old car?

  • Can I afford luxury car repair prices? (Infiniti is cheaper to repair than a German car, but cheaper != cheap.)

  • Are the engine sensors shitting out?

  • Did the person that owned the car before me actually know how to install these mods?

  • Why is this car only $1,500? Why is the seller trying to dump it.

  • Is there water under the floormats and in the trunk? If so then you'll need to fix the sunroof drain and the seals around the cabin air filter under the hood (usually the top cowl is the source of the air filter leak.)

They're great cars, but any car over 10 years old is going to have hidden issues. If you're asking reddit if you can afford the car, then the answer is probably "no" because the repairs on old cars are expensive.

If a G has over 160,000 miles and has mods then don't buy it as a daily unless you know what you're doing. Save your money and buy a commuter Toyota until you can afford a lower-mileage Infiniti or Lexus. If you want a project car, or are okay with doing your own repairs, then you can buy a G at any mileage.

Q50/Q60

The oldest Q50s are barely reaching a decade old, so they have far fewer issues in general.

Do you want a VQ (2014-2015)

  • If you want the VQ motor I recommend the 2015 models. They fixed a lot of issues with in-touch, and it is the most refined version of the VQ motor. If you can only afford the 2014, then I'd recommend saving for a 2015, or buying a 2013 G37.

  • Check the valve cover gaskets. It's the only somewhat-common issue I am aware of with the late-model VQ engines.

Do you want a VR (2016+)

  • Are the turbos on this 2016-2018 leaking? If a deal is too good to be true, it probably is, make sure the seller isn't trying to dump one of the unlucky VRs with the turbo issues. Look for coolant leaking from the turbo and demand a service history. If you do see one with bad turbos, factor in the cost to put an aftermarket turbo in. The Red Sport doesn't have this issue as often because it has a better turbo.

  • Keep in mind, you cannot drive a turbo car like a NA if you want it to last. You must let the car warm up before driving it hard, or you will have issues. It is also advised that you let the car cool down before you shut it off if you've been driving hard. This issue is not exclusive to Infiniti turbos, most TT engines have this issue, but you still need to be aware of it. You cannot run this engine like a VQ and expect it to be fine

That said, this subreddit massively overstates the regularity of the 2016-18 turbo issues. Most people with turbo issues did not know how to drive a turbo. If you want to know which parts and symptoms to watch out for, see this comment from J_C_Davis45

I'll update as more common issues are known.


r/infiniti Jan 05 '21

Meta Post Flair explanations

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I won't be enforcing use of a flair, though I do encourage it to help people find what they're looking for.

  • Car Pic: The point of your post is to show off the car holistically. e.g. your car in front of a sunset.

  • Car Mods Pic: The point of your post is to show off close-ups of specific mods. e.g. look at my new intake, it pulls 700 extra ponies.

  • Parts Picture: Similar to "Car Mods Pic," but the mods are on the floor of your dimly-lit room.

  • DIY Mods Pic: This is reserved for the brave pioneers who craft their car mods instead of installing mods they bought. e.g. a custom made laser headlight or a custom-fitted Shtora-1 electro-optical active protection system.

  • Question: A generic question that doesn't have a better-matching flair. Usually for discussions as opposed to questions with a specific answer. e.g. "How much longer do you think Infiniti will last?"

  • Help Needed: An urgent request for advice from the Reddit Mechanicus. e.g. "Why is my G35 heater not working and my car overheating?" (The answer is you need a new thermostat btw.) Please describe your problem in great detail, leave your post up, and edit your post when you found the answer to assist future googlers.

  • Buying Advice: Any and all questions related to buying an Infiniti. This includes pricing questions and questions about shady dealers.

  • Guide: A guide on how to e.g. install a mod, fix an issue, use a lesser-known feature of the care, etc. Please include pics if possible, but we love you for posting a guide anyway.

  • Damage Report: Pictures of busted cars or Infinitis owned by the IRA. You're not asking for how to fix something, just empathy from people who understand your pain.

  • Meme / Joke: Pretty self-explanatory. Shitposting should also use this flair. !!!Must be Infiniti related!!!

  • Infiniti News: News about the brand. New cars, new CEO, etc. Don't post blogspam or eye will ban u

  • Video: Video about Infiniti. e.g. a BoostInMotion video, or a major car channel yet again (incorrectly) shitting on the dual-touch screens. (disagreeing with me that the touch screens are cool is - while not bannable - very cringe.) Note, don't break the self-promo rule.

  • Video OC: Video about Infiniti that you recorded. e.g. your gopro footage from the track. Note, don't break the self-promo rule.

  • Art: The rarest, but most treasured flair. Reserved for the talented among us who can draw and such. If you're very fancy and put a ton of effort into a photo you can use this flair. Note: your red Q50 shirt is not art. Note, don't break the self-promo rule.

  • Review: Reviewing Infiniti, or a product for Infiniti. Don't break the self-promo-spam rule.

  • Meta: Posts about /r/infiniti itself. Whine about the moderators.

  • Other: Anything not covered by another flair.

Moderator Only Flairs

  • Community Contribution Award: Awarded to any post that makes it into the sticky. Usually reserved for guides. This is granted at moderator discrestion, but a lot of users saying "this should be sticked" will help it get there. This is a good flair to filter by if you're looking for guides that have been reviewed.

If you notice a flair that isn't listed here, call me a dumb ass and remind me to edit this post or make an updated one.


r/infiniti 8h ago

Help Needed Qx70 hose set

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Recently got a QX70 under the hood is really dirty and I would really like to brighten it up, is there any master hose sets like these that fit the QX70? Do some fit since they’re the same engine, or not since their body is different? Thanks for the help


r/infiniti 3h ago

Help Needed G37x Issue Help 2010

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r/infiniti 5h ago

Car Mods Pic ISR dual catback exhaust with 4.5” tips 😮‍💨🔥

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r/infiniti 8h ago

Question 2014 Infiniti Q50 Screens/radio

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I have a 2014 Infiniti Q50 and I’ve had it for about 10 years. I recently had to replace a screen because it went out. I decided to upgrade the tech to CarPlay through a company that is known for replacing outdated tech in older cars. The new systems worked well for a little over a month and the top screen started to flicker. The next thing I know, both screens went black. I took the car back to the shop I had the tech put in and they took the DCU, both screens, and the radio (the entire middle section). They sent it to their factory and everything was said to be working fine. They are sending the parts back to install them again, suspecting something is wrong with the car. I had a test done and my electrical is fine. I also noticed a slight rattling sound and when I touched two of the chords in the screen section, that sound stopped. I’ve heard it before and I just assumed I dropped something on the floor that was rolling around or my phone holder was loose. What else could be causing this issue the screen issue? I suspect it has something to do with how it was installed. Has anyone experienced anything similar?


r/infiniti 5h ago

Infiniti News I believe I have the lowest mileage 22’ q60 REDSPORT in the world

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I’m sitting at around 4900-5000 miles on mine and the lowest I’ve seen besides mine is 11k miles 🤷🏻‍♂️🤫


r/infiniti 1d ago

Question VVEL Repair Quote

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What are your thoughts on the quote my boss received for repairing the VVEL system on his 2020 Infiniti QX80?

This is a repair shop in Austin, TX

We feel this an intentional high quote for a job they don’t want to do. Anyone else had these repairs?


r/infiniti 1d ago

Help Needed Key System Error No Start

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If anyone can help me with my Q50 not starting I would be very appreciative.


r/infiniti 1d ago

Question serious question would I be OK to weld my new tips onto my factory QX 30 tailpipes despite the ever so slightly oval shape? let me know anything i may need to know in advance 🙏🏻

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r/infiniti 2d ago

Car Pic FX50S Repair Bill - Would You?

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My 2012 FX50S has 137k miles and I just dropped $11.7k on repairs and maintenance.

It was running fine but had a long list of things to check or resolve. The most costly was replacing one of the cats, over $5k alone.

I wrestled with what do to. I had a 2026 QX60 loaner and it had all the new tech. The turbo 4, however… compared to the 5.0… I mean there is no comparison.

So I accepted that the FX is still my favorite car, and paid the stealership. It’s now mechanically dialed (again) and everything works. It’s fast AF and still so fun to drive.

What would you have done?

Anyone else keeping a V8 FX alive at any cost just because nothing like it still exists?

—-

Last time I posted about my FX, I was surprised at how little was known about these. A fact sheet for the curious.

- Based on the Nissan FM (front midship) rear wheel drive platform shared with the GT-R, Skyline, Z, G models (not a Murano)
- 5.0L naturally aspirated V8 w/390 hp (VK50VE - other than the FX50 / QX70 5.0, was only ever used in actual Nissan race cars)
- Variable valve timing
- 7-speed auto
- Magnesium paddle shifters
- Rev matching
- Big brake kit (BBK)
- Rear active steering
- Sport seats with adjustable bolstering
- Forward collision warning
- Intelligent brake assist
- Lane departure warning and prevention
- Adaptive headlights (turn with steering wheel)
- Bose 11-speaker system with 2 subs in spare wheel

ETA: lots of questions and comments about the $11k total, so adding some details. I live in an extremely HCOL area, where a teriyaki bowl is $25 and gas is often $6/gal for premium. I use the dealer because they offer a premium overall experience and it’s worth it to me. The independent guys are a little cheaper, but not much, not around here.

New starter and various gaskets - $1900 installed
New washer fluid reservoir - $900 installed
New cat - $5600 installed
Front brake job - $900
Brake fluid flush - $500
In-cabin filter - $200
New lower radiator hose and cap - $600


r/infiniti 2d ago

Car Pic 2015 QX60 original engine and CVT...

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r/infiniti 2d ago

Damage Report Idiot totals g37 after taking over a Tesla on FSD

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r/infiniti 2d ago

Car Mods Pic Fake exhaust tips removed, time for 4” quad tips just some minor cutting needed

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r/infiniti 2d ago

Buying Advice Upgrade to QX70 worth it?

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Currently driving a Q70 diesel but need something with a bit more space for a double buggy and baby stuff. Does anyone drive a QX70 and is the change worth it?


r/infiniti 2d ago

Question infiniti ex35

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2012 infiniti ex35 154k miles original codes were p0024 p0014 changed camshaft sensors and vvt solenoids always change oil at 3k-3500 never had any drivability issues or anything always been normal. i changed bank 1 and 2 vtc covers took the p0024 code away and p0014 code had the coolant hose and bank 1 airbox off and battery for 2 days put everything back together started up then took for 10 minute drive came back ran codes and got these codes never had before. dont have any weird noises or anything drives perfect. what could it be for these codes?


r/infiniti 1d ago

Question Best way to DIY a kill switch on an infiniti g37?

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r/infiniti 1d ago

Help Needed Oil Change Package at Chantilly Sheehy Dealership

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I bought a lifetime oil change package at the Seehy Chantilly dealership for my Infiniti and now with the dealership closed I was told by a different dealership that I’m SOL.

Has anyone has any luck getting this package transferred to a different dealership in the NOVA area?


r/infiniti 2d ago

Question Humming/street light buzz sound from under rear of car?

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r/infiniti 2d ago

Question Stock

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r/infiniti 2d ago

Help Needed Got myself into a pickle…looking for guidance (08, G35S Sedan)

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Quick back story: my 08 G35 was broken into a couple of months ago through moonroof, replaced that, but resulting broken glass remnants remained around track of moonroof (tried to clear it all) and yesterday, a piece got wedged into it and it will not close (attempts to, engages pinch protection, then retracts open). Have tried more compressed air, fishing out with long, thin pokey things, to no avail. If I can’t get it unstuck, can I access by removing the headliner or other method? Weird scenario but hoping someone else has experience.


r/infiniti 2d ago

Help Needed Where do I get this spoiler?

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r/infiniti 2d ago

Question 235/55/17 à la place de 225/55/17 infinity Q50

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r/infiniti 2d ago

Question Any easy muffler delete mods for 2012 m37x?

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I can’t find anything cheap and easy but ik a muffler delete will sound good and that’s the sound I want, I’ve seen some videos online. Any help will be great, thanks guys!


r/infiniti 2d ago

Help Needed G37 2012 does this when the steering wheel gets locked this happens

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