1997 Infiniti I30 Review

1997 I30 Review

Written by: silk on 05/22/2008

Vehicle

1997 Infiniti I30 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

Bought my I30 in 2000 with 39K miles. I have 130K miles now. Normal maintenance except replaced the starter and altenator. Runs like new with no rattles and very little engine noise. Very good power and highway cruising. Light weight (3100 lbs) and great turning radius (34) for this size car. Paint holding up well looks new. Terrific Bose sound system. About 25 mpg. Fun to drive on short and long trips, starts every time. The only negative is having to use premium gas. I would like a newer car but I just cant trade in this wonderful automobile." Probably drive it another 100k.

Favorite Features

Power and reliability.

Suggested Improvements

Bring back the I30 product line! Infiniti, are you listening?

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Reliability at its best!

Written by: Reliability on 11/18/2007

Vehicle

1997 Infiniti I30 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

This is my second I30, last one was running fine at 140k. I now have 155k on my 97 I30, it runs as if it was new. Car is not as peppy as most people say, takes about 9-10 seconds to get to 60 mph. Handling is disappointingly spongey, stiffer suspension would be great. Since owning the car I have replaced the radiator, brakes, egr valve, knock sensor, the spark plugs and front struts. Engine and tranny still feel like new! If you are looking for a comfortable decent looking commuter car, than look no further!

Favorite Features

Cup holders are decent, wood trim, black on black leather, engine, sunroof standard.

Suggested Improvements

Headlights stink! Did a huge project, took clear maxima headlights and retrofitted in HIDs + projectors from the FX45, much better. Rims are terrible and tires are poor. G35 wheels are a good cheap fix. Performance is much better with these new wheels! Also looks much better too!

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Outstanding car to own.

Written by: Bob R. on 11/02/2007

Vehicle

1997 Infiniti I30 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

I purchased the I30 off lease in February 2000 with approximately 28000 miles. It now has 134000 and is still, praise the lord, running well. So far only minor problems dealing with general upkeep. The car remains solid and fun to drive with no noticible rattles. We were going to trade it in recently when we purchased a new vehicle, however I couldn't bring myself to part with it! It's a great automobile.

Favorite Features

Bose audio system and overall comfort and driveability.

Suggested Improvements

The auto is 11 years old now and a little late for improvements.

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Original Owner

Written by: cltI30 on 10/16/2007

Vehicle

1997 Infiniti I30 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

I bought the car brand new in 1996. Few problems over the life of the car. Brakes squeak and can't find the cause. Paint has started to peel on the bumpers but it is 11 yrs old and not garaged. Rear door doesn't want to open sometimes with the keychain.

Favorite Features

Great stereo, roomy, good engine pickup.

Suggested Improvements

Cup holders too small.

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Great Luxury Car

Written by: mike on 08/02/2007

Vehicle

1997 Infiniti I30 4 Dr STD Sedan

Review

I bought my 97 I30 in 2000 with 38k miles on it. Now in 2007 I have 125K miles on it. Durring that time I have had absolutely no problems. The engine is just as quiet as the first day I drove it. No interior rattles or squeaks. I would like to buy a newer vehicle but I can't see trading in such a reliable automobile for another. Maybe the engine will finally give out at 200k so I can get a new car.

Favorite Features

Engine, acceleration, reliability, comfort, sound system.

Suggested Improvements

Bigger cup holders, not have to use premium gas, more sporty.

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