2003 Infiniti FX35 - Consumer Discussions

Infiniti FX35 Transmission Problems

• 2003 FX35 tranmission problem

  Written by: mikede on Dec 10, 2011 9:17:09 AM

  Original owner of a 2003 FX35 AWD with 112,000 miles on it - at around 90,000 miles, I started having this problem and have taken my FX35 back to the dealer repeatedly and they say they can't figure out the problem. the dealer has even called a supersleuth from Infiniti in and still nothing. the problem: periodically, when I pull out of a diagonal parking stall in reverse and go to ... Read More

Infiniti FX35 / FX50 Lease Questions

• Help.....

  Written by: flowergirl7 on May 7, 2009 4:37:31 PM

  I own an Infiniti FX35 2003. I want to sell it, but I don't have the time to sell. Any suggestions?

• Re: fx35 lease question [Car_man]

  Written by: fxsilver on Jan 13, 2009 2:52:02 PM

  Just got the following deal on a VPP which I think stinks but need your opinion... Initial Cap Cost: $41,457 MSRP: 44,310 Tax: 6.25 Trade Allowance $11,500 (I owe $15k, will put down $3k to offset negative equity) Acq Fee: $595 Cap Cost reduction: $2,227 Annual Fees: $108 Rebate: $2,000 (loyalty) Residual (LEV): 45% Money Factor: .00170 *******this is where I get screwed...isn't this high??? 48 months, 10k miles per year ... Read More

• Re: looking for a blazing lease deal [gprro1]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 14, 2007 12:25:40 PM

  Hi gprro1. What you were told is correct. I do not believe that Infiniti is offering 12 month leases on the 2007 FX35 or FX45 any longer. Here is the info on their 24 month lease programs that you're looking for. Infiniti Financial Services' current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2007 Infiniti FX35 AWD with 15,,000 miles per year are .00168 ... Read More

Infiniti FX45 Infiniti FX35

• WANTED: Infiniti Rims 20" OEM

  Written by: lll1 on May 15, 2006 1:40:57 PM

  Hi guys. I just got a 2003 FX35 on 18" rims. I'm looking to upgrade to the OEM 20" rims and wheels. I know many of you are adding after market rims and may have the OEM 20"s available for sell. Let me know. I am interested

Infiniti FX35 / FX50 Lease Questions

• Re: 2006 Infiniti FX45 AWD through VPP [mcreston]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 20, 2006 4:26:38 AM

  Hi mcreston. $700 over invoice seems like a reasonable price for an FX45 to me, but you might want to stop by the following discussion to see how much other community members have paid for their FXs lately: kirstie_h, "Infiniti FX45 / FX35: Prices Paid & Buying Experience" #, 1 Aug 2003 6:06 am. The money factor that you were quoted for this model is a little high though. Infiniti Financial ... Read More

Infiniti FX50 / FX35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• How much should I pay for this off-lease FX35

  Written by: chikoo on Oct 20, 2005 8:11:50 AM

  2003 FX-35 Mileage 22,100 Engine 6 Cylinders Body Style SUV Transmission Automatic 5speed w Manual Shift Mode Wheelbase 112" Drive Train RWD Features: ABS, Air Conditioning, Alarm, Alloy Wheels, AM/FM Radio, Bucket Seating, Cassette Radio, CD Changer, Cruise Control, Driver-Side Airbag, , Heated Seats, Leather Interior, **Low Mileage**, Memory Seats, Moon Roof, Navigation, One Owner, Passenger-Side Airbag, Power Locks, Power Mirrors, Power Seats, Power Steering, Power Windows, Radial Tires, Rear Air ... Read More

Infiniti FX45 Infiniti FX35

• Re: 2003 Infiniti FX-35 Brake Pads [ccordasco]

  Written by: dimak on Oct 13, 2005 11:59:05 PM

  because you never drove rear wheel drive car before... fx35 has rear wheel drive - that's why the pads on rear wheels go away faster.

• Re: FX35 running (side or step) boards suggestion? [mrlover]

  Written by: crikey on Aug 7, 2005 7:52:15 AM

  I live in Canada, just found out that infiniti (in Toronto) seems to not carry running board for FX35 anymore?Any suggestion on where & which type of running board good for FX35? will after market installation void corrosion warranty? Thanks a bunch On my recent annual visit to Toronto, I actually saw an FX there that had chrome tubular running boards. I'm certain the FX was registered in Ontario. I'm not ... Read More

• Re: 2003 Infiniti FX-35 Brake Pads [ccordasco]

  Written by: melchizedek on Jun 13, 2005 3:05:01 PM

  hahaha!!! I just replaced my rear brakes (2004 FX35) Sunday at 7800 miles, that's right 7800 miles. I think that a little strange too!!! Keep me posted.

Infiniti FX50 / FX35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Best FX35 Deal Available [dobry]

  Written by: fx35awd on Mar 10, 2005 9:35:49 AM

  dobry, Wow, personally, I think that is a great deal!!! Base on kbb.com, this what I use when I buy my cars, you brought only $300 over the dealer's invoice. Where did you buy it, I mean in what state? If in California, then where exactly? I got a question for you, are your leather seats perforated or the regular smooth leather ones? Because the dealer loan me a loaner car, ... Read More

• FX35 Purchase Experiance in Atlanta

  Written by: csholst03 on Jan 8, 2005 7:06:11 PM

  Five dealers in the Atlanta area, I went first to Troncolli, had a very nice salesman, nice not pushy. Stated he would do VPP deal with no other dealer add ons. Infiniti South (which I purchased a G35 from in 2003) said they would do invoice plus $499 doc fee. Problem this time was I had a trade to deal with, Troncolli would only give (KBB trade in value - good ... Read More

Infiniti FX45 Infiniti FX35

• Re: 2004 vs 2005 [quattro]

  Written by: wibble on Aug 15, 2004 7:52:08 PM

  Last month there was $500 dealer cash on the FX35 but I don't know if it is still current. Last year Infiniti got caught with a few too many 03s so come January there was some great deals on the remaining 2003 cars. I was getting quotes of $5000 off MSRP the FX35 and $8000 off the FX45. When the 2004s came out last year it was possible to get one ... Read More

• Re: what incentive/rebate jaybird and wibble? [lecco]

  Written by: wibble on Aug 8, 2004 12:52:05 PM

  The incentive for July (I haven't found out if it's current for August yet) was $500 cash back to the dealer. FX35s have been selling for $100-$200 over invoice so with this dealer cash it should be obtainable for $300 or so under. The 2005 models are due in October. Last year, a 2003 could be picked up in Jan/Feb for $5000 off MSRP. Wether the same will happen this year ... Read More

Infiniti FX50 / FX35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2003 FX invoice

  Written by: socalbob on Mar 31, 2004 9:32:06 PM

  Here's the pricing/invoice info for a 2003 FX 35. (But why buy a year-old one, when you can get the new one for below dealer invoice?) http://auto.consumerguide.com/auto/new/reviews/full/index.cfm/id/- - 37329#prices You can also price it here; click on buy; pick mileage and color (try different combinations) http://www.edmunds.com/used/2003/infiniti/fx35/100213725/prices.h- tml?tid=edmunds.u.mipmake.pricetable.num1.1.infiniti*

Infiniti FX45 Infiniti FX35

• fxgene

  Written by: cheerioboy26 on Jan 27, 2004 5:34:38 PM

  When the dealer brings up your car on the computer for service, any applicable recall/service requirement is supposed to automatically appear. The number is ITB03068. It's not a recall but rather a service bulletin. The following is from another site ;) "This IS what Infiniti has to say regarding the issue. "CAMPAIGN I.D. #: P3156 APPLIED VEHICLE: 2003 FX35 / FX45 (S50) APPLIED VINS: Vehicles built within the following ranges: JNRAS08U*3X ... Read More

Infiniti FX50 / FX35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• ncvol:Thule Evolution and EPA rating

  Written by: crikey on Dec 5, 2003 12:41:04 PM

  No problem...BTW, I used the Infiniti factory crossbars to mount the cargo box. I'm sure Thule crossbars would work too, if that would be your preference. I went with the factory crossbars for aesthetics, i.e. it flows nicely with the shape of the vehicle. As for those changes for 2004, does the change in the engine to meet the LEV2 standards only apply to ones sold in California? The EPA's site ... Read More

Infiniti FX45 Infiniti FX35

• Recall:SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

  Written by: crikey on Dec 2, 2003 10:10:59 AM

  Taken from NHTSA.gov: Make : INFINITI Model : FX35/45 Year : 2003 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 03V476000 Recall Date : NOV 07, 2003 Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTSCALIPER Potential Number Of Units Affected : 24300   Summary: ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER MOUNTING BOLTS MAY NOT BE ADEQUATELY TIGHTENED. THIS COULD RESULT IN THE UPPER MOUNTING BOLT COMING LOOSE AND FALLING OUT.    Consequence: IF THIS ... Read More

• True, from Nissan News web site

  Written by: dklanecky on Nov 23, 2003 6:27:03 AM

  Infiniti Announces 2004 FX45/FX35 Pricing [Oct. 08, 03] GARDENA, Calif. (October 8, 2003) – Infiniti, the luxury division of Nissan North America, Inc., today announced 2004 model year pricing on the breakthrough Infiniti FX45 and FX35 premium crossover SUV. In 2004, FX continues to offer a unique combination of aggressive styling, outstanding performance and luxury car comfort. The all-wheel drive FX45, with its standard 315-horsepower V8 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission and ... Read More

Infiniti FX50 / FX35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• lw3517

  Written by: fxfan on Nov 20, 2003 2:44:01 AM

  I know grubbs internet manager was quoting $770 over invoice on FX35 2003 with sport package, but Grubbs didn't have any premiums in black. Austin Infiniti had 3 2003 white premiums, I think all with 0 miles. Not sure what you would pay there. If you go to grubbsinfiniti.com you can see what they have available but last time I checked they didn't have any premiums in black. I ended up ... Read More

• help with my fx purchase--DFW area

  Written by: lw3517 on Nov 19, 2003 7:21:02 PM

  Has anyone had a recent purchasing experience in the Dallas-Ft. Worth, TX, area? I've talked to all three Infiniti dealers, and am wondering who will give the best deal and service. The most convenient to my home is Crest in Plano. I'm also wondering what people are paying since for 2003s since the 2004s are out. I'm looking for a RWD FX35, premium package. Best color Diamond Graphite/Black or Silver/Black.

2004 FX35/45

• ncvol

  Written by: aas5 on Oct 31, 2003 2:35:44 PM

  The improvements in the 2004 model were posted on www.nissannews.com: GARDENA, Calif. (October 8, 2003) – Infiniti, the luxury division of Nissan North America, Inc., today announced 2004 model year pricing on the breakthrough Infiniti FX45 and FX35 premium crossover SUV. In 2004, FX continues to offer a unique combination of aggressive styling, outstanding performance and luxury car comfort. The all-wheel drive FX45, with its standard 315-horsepower V8 engine, 5-speed automatic ... Read More

Infiniti FX50 / FX35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Infiniti Dealers in the Dalls-Ft. Worth area

  Written by: lw3517 on Nov 19, 2003 7:24:55 PM

  Has anyone had a recent purchasing experience in the Dallas-Ft. Worth, TX, area? I've talked to all three Infiniti dealers, and am wondering who will give the best deal and service. The most convenient to my home is Crest in Plano. I'm also wondering what people are paying since for 2003s since the 2004s are out. I'm looking for a RWD FX35, premium package. Best color Diamond Graphite/Black or Silver/Black.

Infiniti FX45 Infiniti FX35

• FX fans

  Written by: clpurnell on Oct 21, 2003 2:24:49 PM

  Our vehicle is being denounced on the comparison thread. Please come over and help me educate the masses. clpurnell "Infiniti FX35/45 vs VW Touareg vs Porsche Cayenne vs BMW X5 vs Cadillac SRX" Oct 21, 2003 5:16pm!make=Infiniti&model=FX35&ed_makeindex=.ef17b19

• sbindley: revised suspension

  Written by: crikey on Oct 13, 2003 11:57:14 AM

  Infiniti made no announcements regarding the revised suspension affecting the 2003 FX models. The salesman might just be tricking you into a 2003 model. AFAIK, the revised suspension only affects 2004 models. For 2003 models, the compliant suspension is on the FX35 with no Sport or Technology Packages, i.e. Base FX35 or FX35 with Premium Package.

2004 FX35/45

• 2004 vs 2003

  Written by: bigsweaty on Oct 6, 2003 8:37:44 PM

  Any thoughts on whether to take a 2003 vs 2004 FX35. I would like to purchase the car in 2-3 weeks, but if infiniti is going to creep them in, I may have to either choose a different car or get a 2003. It seems that infiniti made some mechanical changes to the car, not just cosmetic stuff, so I am tempted to wait for a little while longer to get ... Read More

Infiniti FX45 Infiniti FX35

• E-mail from infiniti to FX owners

  Written by: clpurnell on Aug 19, 2003 7:25:16 AM

  Here is an e-mail I received from infinti today. Dear FX owner, We designed the FX to make a statement. In turn, the press has made a series of their own. In fact, Motor Trend called the FX35 'one of the most entertaining SUV's on the planet'* while the Robb Report noted that the FX45 'can be thrown into curves with a gusto that no traditional SUV should attempt.'** Now, its ... Read More

• FX 35 First year Depreciation - What is the bottom line?

  Written by: njexpress on Aug 13, 2003 1:00:34 PM

  Per the TCO values, the first year depreciation for the FX35 is given as $10, 041 for zip code 08854. The values presented are based on a TMV of $650 under MSRP. This is aproximately $3,275 over invoice. I have tried to analyze the first year depriciation values of the FX, MDX, RX and the Murano and presented WHAT I THINK IS THE TRUE BOTTOM LINE here. Your thoughts are welcome. ... Read More

Infiniti FX50 / FX35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Infiniti's Limited Engagement

  Written by: crikey on Aug 11, 2003 8:22:53 AM

  See Infiniti's Limited Engagement regarding an excellent APR offer. The offer applies to 2003 FX35 (not FX45), I35, and the G35 Sedan.

Infiniti FX45 Infiniti FX35

• wibble is correct!

  Written by: crikey on Aug 11, 2003 8:15:03 AM

  See Infiniti's Limited Engagement regarding the APR offer. The offer applies to 2003 FX35 (not FX45), I35, and the G35 Sedan.

• Navigation System

  Written by: damormino on Jul 31, 2003 6:13:00 PM

  How does the Navigation system on the FX35/45 compare with Acura and Lexus? Acura/Honda is considered the best by both a leading consumer magazine and the premier computer/electronics publisher. Lexus and Infiniti are usually a notch below and the rest (BMW, Mercedes, Porsche.) get really low marks. The complaints I've heard most about the Lexus system are: 1. Certain functions are disabled while driving. This is intended to be safer, but ... Read More

• FX Recall

  Written by: crikey on Jul 22, 2003 7:03:38 AM

  The FX Recall is only for 164 vehicles, which clpurnell and I have pointed out. And it is not a recall due to a malfunction of a component. It is a recall for untightened bolts. Make: INFINITI Model: FX?5 Year: 2003 Recall Number: 03V164000 Summary: ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE BOLTS WHICH ATTACH THE PROPELLER SHAFT(S) TO THE TRANSAXLE AND DIFFERENTIAL(S) MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY TIGHTENED. Consequence: IF THE ... Read More

• New FX 35

  Written by: c3po33 on Jun 2, 2003 11:00:07 AM

  On Sunday I received my wife's 2003 FX35 Brilliant Silver Graphite/Brick with Technology package from Grubbs Infiniti here in South Florida. It was a great buying experience from Danny all around. The truck driver was very nice and dropped off my car a mile from my house at the local Wal*Mart.

• FX35/45 RECALL

  Written by: blckthree on May 29, 2003 8:13:35 AM

  Some of you have probably seen a posted list of VIN no's at another site. I too had seen these and was put at ease, since mine was not on there. After looking at the Infiniti website today, I called my dealer to verify my car's status. He reported that it needs to have the bolts replaced, but they do not yet have any in stock. Sure makes you wonder who ... Read More

• I was impressed by the test drive..........

  Written by: bpraxis on Apr 28, 2003 9:23:25 AM

  Hello everyone and I hope that you are having a great day. Test driving the new FX35 was very fun and the vehicle felt solid. The exhaust has a very throaty growl and the acceleration is impressive. The closest dealer to me is Scott Infiniti in Lighthouse Point Florida.   Exciting visual styling has always been important to me and the FX is fun to look at. I am seriously considering buying ... Read More

• FX is eligible for VPP

  Written by: crikey on Feb 8, 2003 8:54:09 AM

  For those of you lucky enough to work for an employer that participates in the Nissan Vehicle Purchase Plan, the FX35/45 is eligible. Here is an example of approximately how much an FX35 AWD would cost via VPP purchase: Vehicle Description Invoice Price 2003 Infiniti FX35 4dr All-wheel Drive Base 32,616.00 Options Premium Package 2,240.00 Sport Package 1,121.00 Roof Rails 259.00 Cross-Bars 191.00 Total of Options 3,811.00 Total of Base Vehicle ... Read More

• Good review!

  Written by: revka on Jan 24, 2003 1:41:48 PM

  Check out Edmunds' First Drive: 2003 Infiniti FX35 and FX45. Revka Host/Hatchbacks & Wagons

• Philly auto show

  Written by: philly2002 on Jan 15, 2003 9:17:33 PM

  I had a chance to sit inside the FX35 and view a FX45. The vehicle has very little rear leg room. the space is cramped for a crossover/suv. I was very surprised. The rear cargo area looked very very small to say the least. I couldn't find a rear seat split fold down release switch to save my life!! I thought I was crazy!! I realized that I wasn't when a ... Read More

• And here's more information...

  Written by: revka on Jan 6, 2003 4:47:34 PM

  from Edmunds' Coverage of the 2003 LA Auto Show: 2003 Infiniti FX45/FX35. Thanks for your comments! Revka Hatchbacks & Wagons Host