2002 Infiniti I35 Consumer Discussions

Electrical Smell precedes Fuel Gauge Failure: Is it safe to drive?

• Electrical Smell precedes Fuel Gauge Failure: Is it safe to drive?

  Written by: reinstein on May 13, 2011 7:45:33 PM

  Please help. While driving my 2002 I35 there was a brief smell like electrical insulation burning. Shortly afterwards I noted that my fuel gauge was stuck on zero. I spoke to my mechanic who told me it is unsafe to drive and a fire hazard because it might be the fuel sender wiring. The Infiniti dealer says it will cost minimum of $250 to investigate and if it is a wiring ... Read More

Infiniti I35 Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Suspension Problem with 2002 I35 [pethelman]

  Written by: 59fan on Jul 15, 2009 9:10:46 AM

  So Thats what that low thudding/clunking sound is coming from for real?. My 2002 I35 has 58k on it and it makes the thud sound (front right suspension) when I go over ruts and potholes. I took it into Frontier Infiniti Dealer for my 60k service here in San Jose, and they told me that the motor mount was going out that was causing this problem. I did not have them ... Read More

• Re: Infiniti repare center... RIPOFFFFFFF [bostonguy1]

  Written by: ferdi1 on Jul 6, 2009 12:43:36 PM

  HI bostonguy1, my engine light is never been on. I have never had any warning lights coming on since I own the car. When i bought the car i had to replace the cooling fan assembly (it was noisy). Also i change the transmission oil(flushed it), all the belts and filters. The car drives just great. I always try to find something wrong with it but so far no success. 2 ... Read More

Infiniti I35 high mileage?

• Re: 75,000 miles? [irs]

  Written by: ferdi1 on Jun 28, 2009 11:39:49 AM

  Hi, when i bought my Infiniti I35 sport 6 months ago (had 100,800 miles) i had no idea what I'm buying. I red many many reviews and checked the JDpower ratings.... so the car wasn't looking bad at all. Since then i had to replace the cooling fan assembly. Cost me like 390$ but i got a brand new cooling fan assembly....do i think that this car is reliable YES YES ... Read More

Infiniti I35 Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Infiniti repare center... RIPOFFFFFFF !!! - Details [ferdi1]

  Written by: bostonguy1 on Jun 16, 2009 9:24:14 AM

  Hi, I like the advice you got from the car repair shop and I would continue to going to him. Though a couple of items… 1) Power Steering - look for an oil spot in your driveway coming and going to the car. Check your PW fluid regularly. Listen for noise when turning the wheel (there should be none). This problem will get worse over time. Before I bought my 2002 ... Read More

• Re: 2002 Infinity I35 Headlight assembly replacement [infinitylady]

  Written by: infinitylady on May 14, 2009 5:39:43 PM

  Hi all, :D My headlights are working great now! I found a reference somewhere that said there are three 10 mm bolts holding the head light in place, two on top and one on bottom, which is accessed from the front wheel well. According to my boyfriend it is best to take the bottom one out first. And, like it said in the information I received, it's hard to get out, ... Read More

• 2002 Infinity I35 Headlight assembly replacement

  Written by: infinitylady on May 9, 2009 10:52:08 PM

  Hi, ;) I recently purchased a 2002 Inifinty I35 and when I bought it, it had a broken lens on the headlight assembly. I need to replace it now. I have purchased the assembly (outrageous cost) and need to install it. My boyfriend and a friend are planning on installing it tomorrow and I was wondering if there is anything we need to know about this before we get started. Any ... Read More

• Re: Blower motor 2002 i35 [bobv6]

  Written by: ferdi1 on Feb 16, 2009 5:11:59 PM

  Hi I bought Infiniti I35 like 4 weeks ago. The car is been great. But I had some little problems with it. I had the same jingling noise under the hood like a week ago and it came all of a sudden one morning. I went to a mechanic and they said that there is some issues with my left (cooling) fan motor. They found the assembly for 230$ online and ... Read More

• Suspension Problem with 2002 I35

  Written by: srs3 on Dec 11, 2008 8:55:00 PM

  I have a 2002 I35 with 105k miles, right front tire made noise everytime I went over even a small bump, so I thought it would be the sturts. I had all four struts replaced , still the problem persisted, so the mechanic changed the strut mounts also. Problem still persists, even more now. Tire seems to bounce at will, everytime I go over a small bump and also when I ... Read More

• Re: Re Grinding Noise When Turning Right [npriest]

  Written by: atma97 on Nov 8, 2008 3:58:11 PM

  Check the wheel bearing by jacking up your car and shake the wheel to see if it plays. It's done on Youtube under title search "You know your wheel bearing is bad when". If it is bad, it will get worse over the time. My 2002 I35 left bearing was replaced at 60K miles, and the right one at 98K miles. Both Infiniti dealer and independent shop charged 3.5 hours for ... Read More

• Suspension/ Tires

  Written by: slaydemon on Oct 18, 2008 10:43:04 PM

  2002 Infiniti I35, 53,000 miles For about the past 15-20,000 miles, i feel like whenever I hit a pothole, the car goes into it, makes a very loud "THUMP" noise, and comes back out. The feeling is very hard, Its like the whole car drops right into the pothole and comes out. I dont know how else to explain this issue, but I have taken it to many car mechanics and ... Read More

• CHECK ENGINE LIGHT..

  Written by: hovai35 on Oct 8, 2007 7:13:40 PM

  my 2002 infiniti i35 check engine light came on last night,while stopping to buy gas ...I had the engine running at the time .After refueling the check engine light was on..how can i get this light off...is it bad gas,or because i open the gas tank with the engine running will it go away..the car has 170,000 miles on it..still runs like a champ..getting the m45 next spring cant wait..keeping this ... Read More

• Re: various electrical problems? [cubs9999]

  Written by: surfandski on Apr 17, 2008 5:14:19 PM

  IF ANYONE RUNS INTO AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM IN YOUR INFINITY I35 2002 GO STRAIGHT TO YOUR "ROOM LIGHT" FUSE FIRST, which is under the lid left and under the steering wheel. The dealership wanted to charge us $700 to change the shift lock. The keyless entry wasn't working, the dome lights were not working, the door chime was not working. The shift lock would unlock if one of the dome light ... Read More

Infiniti I30/I35 Owners: Meet the Members

• First to join the club in over 3 years - HA HA

  Written by: 02infinitii35 on Apr 15, 2008 6:18:34 PM

  Hi, Name is Jonas I bought a 2002 Infiniti I35 about one year ago. It's black with tan interior and the wood grain paneling... I think. WOW.. Anyway had 38k then and 53k now.. Yes, Low... I bought it from a lot that just acquired it from and old lady who traded it in on a two seater convertible. I live in FL so I understand that trade but I can ... Read More

Infiniti I30/I35

• Re: 2002 I35 Bose CD Player Skips when it's cold or damp [listen]

  Written by: mak5587 on Feb 29, 2008 7:17:56 AM

  I have an '03 I35 and just spoke with a service writer about the CD player skipping this morning. He indicated there was nothing they'd do, even if the car was under warranty, which I find hard to believe. Because it's weather related, he indicated, it's not a "persistent" problem. That's why I ended up here, of course. He also recommended a cleaning disc, but I see that's been only slightly ... Read More

• 2002 I35 Bose CD Player Skips when it's cold or damp

  Written by: listen on Jan 17, 2008 10:23:31 AM

  I just don't get it! When I first turn on the car in the morning, my cd's skip (no matter which of the 6 I play). When it's raining, same thing, until the car warms up and it starts to skip less and less until it doesn't skip anymore. I was thinking maybe there is some condensation on the disk and the laser can't read it well, but even when I ... Read More

Infiniti I30/I35 Accessories and Modifications

• 2002 I35 - Bose CD player skips when car is cold or damp

  Written by: listen on Jan 16, 2008 6:11:18 PM

  I just don't get it! When I first turn on the car in the morning, my cd's skip (no matter which of the 6 I play). When it's raining, same thing, until the car warms up and it starts to skip less and less until it doesn't skip anymore. I was thinking maybe there is some condensation on the disk and the laser can't read it well, but even when I ... Read More

Infiniti I30/I35

• Odometer Tampering!

  Written by: lthomas1 on Feb 12, 2007 6:45:25 AM

  Recently I was in the market for a new car, I wanted to get a G35 but I didn't like the ride, and how much engine noise you can hear in the cabin, so I ended up buying a 2002 Infiniti I35 with 20,500 miles. Now the problem I am having is that it already needs new struts, ends links, and new tires. My question is could this be one of ... Read More

Infiniti I30/I35 Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Clock light on 2001 I30 Replacement [windowphobe6]

  Written by: listen on Jan 19, 2007 5:38:11 PM

  (2002 Infiniti i35) Same thing just happened tonight on my clock. Bulb went out. At night it looks like a big GAP on top of the radio when that bulb is out. How frustrating! Super nice car and the clock doesn't even light up. I guess you have two options..take apart the whole dash board, gear shift and radio (while risking dropped screws and cut wires) or risk breaking something by ... Read More

Infiniti I35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Help

  Written by: login4108 on Aug 18, 2006 6:43:08 PM

  I have been trying to sell my 2002 Infiniti I35 since the beginning of July - have gotten hardly any calls and the ones who want to see it never show up when they say they will. What am I doing wrong? The price is commensurate with book value. It is a beautiful car, but I can't keep it since I moved to NYC. My parents have the car and aren't ... Read More

Infiniti I30/I35 Accessories and Modifications

• BRAND NEW MODIFIER

  Written by: dekster on Mar 6, 2006 7:47:44 AM

  Im Dekster.I just recently purchased a 2002 Infiniti I35 and am looking to upgrade my brakes.Need to be able to stop on a dime for Im a NYC dweller and these cabbies are plain insane.I plan to upgrade to a set of 19" rims so the extra weight has to be taken into consideration.I would like to get slotted rotors and stainless braided lines and need to know where to begin ... Read More

Infiniti I35 Maintenance and Repair

• Code U1000 and U1001

  Written by: mirage3 on Feb 28, 2006 9:24:26 AM

  Help.... "Check Engine" light came on several weeks ago. I took my 2002 Infiniti I35 to an Infiniti dealer. They got codes U1000 and U1001 ( bad communication ), they reset computer and told me nothing is wrong. Next day as soon as I started my car TCS off and Slip lights came on, AT lights blinked 10-15 times. Waited 2-3 minutes, stopped engine then started engine again. TCS off and ... Read More

• Re: Owners Manual [rawdad]

  Written by: tdp60 on Feb 7, 2006 7:03:53 PM

  I also just purchased a used 2002 I35 with 41,000. for $17,600. I previously owned a 1993 Infiniti J30. I had to retire it. I really love my car. I just have a concern, the Service Engine Soon came on yesterday and I hope it's nothing. I did not get an owners manual, if you could check your manuel and let me know what it say, it would be good, I ... Read More

• ABS, TCS off and SLIP lights on

  Written by: jacobsgamma on Feb 6, 2006 10:03:37 AM

  After washing my 2002 I35 last week at a touchless car wash, I pulled out and noticed these lights came on. I called the dealer since my car is still under warranty, and was told they don't know why this happened. Make an appointment for 2 weeks and HOPEFULLY they can find out what happened. This exact thing happened in 11/05. After taking it to them they said can't find error ... Read More

• Hesitation and Oil Consumption

  Written by: rawdad on Sep 12, 2005 8:19:52 AM

  I have a 2002 I35 with 27k miles on it and have had it for about 6 mos. I have noticed two things that the dealer cannot figure out what is wrong: 1) Hesitation - when starting from stop, about 10 to 20% of the time, there is a hesitation - slightly - no patern that I can notice to it. Dealer cannot find anything wrong - and of course, it ... Read More

• Re: 2002 I35 trip mode question [thisisbelle]

  Written by: rawdad on Sep 12, 2005 7:35:09 AM

  Belle, hi! I also have a 2002 I35 that I bought a few months ago. I don't know if you will be able to get the owners manual from the dealer - the best my dealer could get is a 2001 manual for an I30. I did find that on the Infiniti website you can get it - PDF file: http://www.infiniti.com/m/pdf/manuals/2002/2002-Infiniti-I35.pdf Hope this helps!

Infiniti I30/I35 Maintenance and Repair

• Re: infiniti I30 power seat problem [jrossmiller]

  Written by: pvellozo on Sep 9, 2005 11:06:28 PM

  the details of the tsb are as follows: maybe you can google it. classification: EL02-023 reference: ITB00-067a 2001-2001 I30 and 2002 I35; drivers seat will not move forward or backward Date June 4, 2002 Applied vehicles: 2000-2001 I30 (CA##) 2002 I35 (CA33) at this point i have spoken to the dealer and consumer affairs, both say they will not help. i am interested to find out if this is a repair ... Read More

Infiniti I35 Maintenance and Repair

• Infiniti I35 Remote Keyless Entry Problem

  Written by: strickerm on Jul 2, 2005 5:45:44 PM

  I own a 2002 I35 and somehow the Remote Keyless Entry mode switched to "Normal" - no horn chirp or hazards. I've gone through the steps to switch from "Normal" to "Hazard and Horn Chirp" and even though the system responds as if it executed a switch, it does not remain in the "Hazard and Horn Chirp" mode. Is there a reset? Any suggestions?

• Climate Control Problems

  Written by: scottso on Jun 17, 2005 11:11:13 AM

  The other day is started my 2002 I35 and the cliamte control unit registered -169 degrees, the a/c was on full and none of the buttons worked to adjust it or turn it off. Has anybody had a similar problem? My dealer has told me they need to replace the whole dashboard unit at a cost of over $800!!! I'm pretty ticked off cause the car is under the warranty in ... Read More

• I'm Guessing

  Written by: jchan2 on Jun 3, 2005 8:00:35 PM

  you drive an I30? Because I think Infiniti didn't introduce the I35 until late 2002, which would mean that you're still covered by the warranty.

• Re: I35 Fuel Mileage [jhinsc]

  Written by: rawdad on Apr 6, 2005 2:17:15 PM

  I recently bought a slightly used 2002 I35. I too had seen that the MPG shown on the trip computer to be high, so I started monitoring it and low and behold, it is higher by about 4 MPG - it says that i am getting 25 and my actual calculations are about 21 +/-. The 20% variance seems to be about right. I would ask, what use is it then? ... Read More

Infiniti I35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2002 I35 [cstowe]

  Written by: jhinsc on Mar 28, 2005 8:33:39 PM

  I have the same car, same color, w/o the cold pkg or nav. I agree the sport pkg wheels look much better than the standard model. I love washing my car and making it look clean and glossed up. I just turned over 40K, and except for oil changes and a new set of tires, the maintenance costs have been minimal and the car still looks brand new. A few glitches ... Read More

• 2002 I35

  Written by: cstowe on Mar 28, 2005 2:53:53 PM

  Just worked a deal last week on my new (to me) I35. It is the metalic white (pearl white, diamond white, whatever) with the sport pack, the cold pack, and the sunroof. From what my research tells me the only thing it lacks is the navigation. It has almost 40K on it and I bought it Infiniti Certified from the dealer here in Tulsa, OK for 18,200. The certification process included ... Read More

• Re: First Impressions: 2002 I35 [rawdad]

  Written by: jchan2 on Mar 14, 2005 3:31:06 PM

  Was your color Autumn Bronze? I know for 2002 and 2003 Infiniti sold the I35 in two additional colors- Millenium Jade and Autumn Bronze. (Did they make Autumn Bronze I35s for 2003?)

• Re: First Impressions: 2002 I35 [rawdad]

  Written by: kirstie_h on Mar 9, 2005 3:10:53 PM

  Congratulations! Please drop by and talk with other owners in our regular Infiniti I35 discussion, or join the owners club linked at the top of this discussion. kirstie_h Roving Host Host, Future Vehicles & Smart Shopper discussions

• First Impressions: 2002 I35

  Written by: rawdad on Mar 9, 2005 7:48:32 AM

  Well, I just bought a used 2002 I35. Paid 18,800 for it from Ramsey Infiniti in NJ - Dealers in Rochester, NY expect 21k+ for a similar one. Has 16000 miles, winter package, spoiler and a few other options. I have driven it about 600 miles so far and I have the following impressions. 1)Ride is much softer than I expected. I heard a lot of people on this forum and ... Read More

Infiniti I35 Maintenance and Repair

• Owners Manual

  Written by: rawdad on Mar 2, 2005 3:35:45 PM

  I just purchased a used 2002 I35 with 16k miles for 18,900. I have a 99 I30t that I just gave to my daughter. I remember when I got my 99 I30t that you could go to the Infiniti website and get an owners manual free of charge shipped to your house. Now the only option is to print a PDF file that is 300 pages. Does anyone know how to ... Read More

Infiniti I35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Infiniti I35 [jchan2]

  Written by: jhinsc on Jan 16, 2005 8:51:11 PM

  jchan2, $25,000 may be a little aggressive, even if the model is being discontinued. I think a range between $26,000 and $27,000 is a really good price. I don't know how you're going to get around all the extras they claim they put on the car. By your list of options, the only items the dealer actually added are the Sunroof Wind Deflector, Protection Package, and Theft Deterrent Package. All other ... Read More

Infiniti I30/I35: Care & Maintenance

• Re: Premium Fuel [avt1]

  Written by: jhinsc on Jan 16, 2005 8:24:20 PM

  The Infiniti web site indicates premium fuel as the fuel requirement under specifications for the 2004 I35. I have a 2002 I35, which is identical mechanically as the 2004, and the manual states on page 10-3; "Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 96). If unleaded premium is not available, unleaded regular with an octane rating of at least ... Read More

Infiniti I30/I35 Owners: Meet the Members

• I35 with Sports Package

  Written by: jhinsc on Dec 29, 2004 9:54:57 PM

  Hi everyone. I've had my 2002 I35 now for almost 3 years since I purchased it in Jan.02. It's been a great car during the 38,000 miles I have put on it. At the time, I was looking at the new Camry and the Maxima. Both of those loaded to the gills including navigation would have been about $2k less than my I35 w/o navigation. I finally decided I couldn't put ... Read More

Infiniti I35 Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Hi All, new to this section [triffner #13]

  Written by: panela15 on May 9, 2004 4:47:55 AM

  well you must have bought another lemon,cause my 2002 infiniti i35 sport model with the cold weather package is the best car ive ever owned,i have 19,000 miles on it now and as far as complaints that im hearing like the clock not being very readable or some wind noise,thats all bogus.......and as far as suspension being bad or bumpy,this car floats.....i was on the new jersey turnpike yesterday and was ... Read More

• Re: trip meter problem [lilelvis]

  Written by: kkarhi on Dec 5, 2004 1:42:54 PM

  I can't be sure but I think the fuel gauge works ok, since I'm sure I would have noticed it if it did not. Next time this happens, I'll make sure to check. I just got the car back from Infiniti service and the service manager said his wife's Nissan Maxima has the same problem and seemed to think it was normal. I never saw the problem until just recently (I ... Read More

• Warning - Take your money and run!

  Written by: mirekm on Jan 27, 2004 6:17:29 AM

  The front seats in my 2002 Infinity I35 are not ergonomically correct and even with the lumbar support; there is not enough support in the lower back. The steering wheel is too close to the dashboard (telescoping steering wheel not available) and the middle (radio) console protrudes too far into the cabin making it impossible to find a comfortable driving position. I’m only 5’ 10”, but when I adjust the seat ... Read More

• 2002 I35 Paint

  Written by: dmacneill on Nov 13, 2003 9:38:34 AM

  The best place to get the touch-up paint is at any Nissan/Infiniti dealership parts department. Just give them the paint color code for your car. It will cost about $5.00 per bottle

Infiniti I30/I35 Accessories and Modifications

• no title

  Written by: panela15 on May 5, 2004 10:29:40 AM

  DOES ANYONE KNOW HOW I CAN SEE OR FIND OUT ABOUT ANY ACCESSORIES FOR MY BLACK I35 INFINITI SPORT MODEL? ANY WEBSITES I CAN LOOK AT? ANY BROCHURES?MY CAR IS A 2002 BY THE WAY.............THANKS.......NEIL

Infiniti I30/I35 Owners: Meet the Members

• Re: Hello & Welcome! [KarenS #1]

  Written by: panela15 on May 3, 2004 4:38:55 PM

  hi! my name is neil and i am the proud owner of a black 2002 infiniti i35 sport model.my car is fully loaded and i couldnt be happier with it..........heated steering wheel,heated front and rear seats,rear spoiler..........id like to know what accessories both outside and inside that i may be able to get for my car.nothing too crazy though.im working on getting some chrome konig rims sometime soon,but would like to ... Read More

Infiniti I35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Just bought one Saturday

  Written by: dbb2 on Oct 16, 2002 3:40:50 PM

  I live in West LA and just bought a 2002 midnight blue I35 with beige leather, including sunroof/sunshade and 4 painted splash guards, for $27,198 ($29,908 including taxes and fees). I went through carsdirect.com and they were GREAT! I know MSRP is $4,300 higher for a 2003. I filled out the form on their site last Tues night, Frank called me Wed morning to go over what I said I wanted. ... Read More

Infiniti I30/I35

• zeliforp - 2004 I35 carries over unchanged

  Written by: tturedraider on Sep 18, 2003 5:47:08 AM

  zeliforp - the current iteration of the I35 is being carried over as a 2004 model. Infiniti has already announced it - http://www.nissannews.com , click "2004 Line-up, Charting the changes", under "Infiniti News".   Infiniti I35 Luxury Performance Sedan The popular I35 sedan, introduced as a new model for the 2002 model year, receives several additions for 2004, including standard sunroof, power rear sunshade and body side sills on all models. ... Read More

Infiniti I35 Maintenance and Repair

• RPM at 65 MPH for INFINITY I35

  Written by: kosuriraju on Sep 1, 2002 7:55:57 AM

  I bought new Infinity I35 on 8/26/2002. The speedometer reading at 65 MPH is about 3500-3600 RPM. Is it normal? PS: For Hondas & Accura it is about 2000RPM

Infiniti I35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• trying to find a good price in houston, texas

  Written by: bebeuva on Aug 20, 2002 2:14:14 PM

  Any idea if the price will go down sometime in September 2002 for the 2002 I35 model before the 2003 models come out sometime in October? Are there any changes in the 03 model? The best price I've been "quoted" over the phone is $28,200 which includes the destination charge, sunroof/sunshade, splash guards and a trunk mat which seems to automatically come with all the cars that are available. I want ... Read More

Infiniti I30/I35

• Maintenance

  Written by: dbruland on Feb 27, 2002 8:21:58 AM

  One of the key points lordjim1 made bears repeating: Service can be done by ANYONE, without compromising the warranty, as long you can provide documentation (i.e. dated receipts showing odometer readings and service done). I have always taken my cars (currently 2002 I35 and 2000 G20) to a trusted mechanic at a local Amoco station for routine stuff. For example, oil change/oil filter/inspection typically runs under $25. The only reason I ... Read More

Infiniti I35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Price in Orlando

  Written by: alazraki on Mar 23, 2002 6:45:46 PM

  I just bought my wife a 2002 Golden Sand I35 this morning March 23, 2002. It has the Sunroof and sunshade and 4 splash guards. I paid invoice plus $0.00 and the dealer didn't even balk. Costs were $26044 for the car, $1217 for the Sunroof $92 for the splash guards and $545 for the destination. Total walk out the door $20944.37 with a $9000 trade. That price includes the following ... Read More

Infiniti I30/I35

• fredvh G20

  Written by: dbruland on Feb 21, 2002 9:29:21 AM

  Fred, The 2000 G20 is driven about 90% by my wife, and only about 7000 miles per year. In my opinion, the 4 cylinder 145 HP engine in completely adequate for this car (we have automatic). When I do drive it, I am amazed at how effortless it is to accelerate to desired speeds, highway or city. It is extremely quiet even cruising at 85 MPH. Great Bose sound system. We ... Read More

Infiniti I35 Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Rreasonable price for I35 ?

  Written by: tturner23 on Jan 29, 2002 4:07:03 PM

  Raleigh NC Infiniti dealer proposed a price of $30,671 for 2002 I35. Price includes Cold Weather Package, Sunroof/Sunshade Package & Destination Charges. Dealer cost for the I35 is $28,122. Proposed price is $2,549 over dealer cost.

Infiniti I35 Maintenance and Repair

• Anyone want an extra tire?

  Written by: alfaber on Jan 16, 2002 8:42:44 PM

  Hi All, Just looked at this board, and saw the complaints about the odd tire size. I have a brand new Bridgestone Turanza EL42 in size 215/55R17. This came as a full-sized spare on my new I35, but I have taken it off and replaced it with a slightly smaller 215/50 X17 from Tire Rack. I did this to get back the extra 5 inches of trunk space that the full-sized ... Read More

Infiniti I30/I35

• amda--98 I30t

  Written by: dbruland on Jan 2, 2002 6:00:39 PM

  Congrats on getting the low mileage '98 I30t for $17650. Based on personal experience with the following 6 Nissans/Infinitis since 1991, I would recommend you not spend the $1000-$1100 for an extended warranty. My total non-routine maintenance out-of-warranty expenses: 1991 Maxima GXE (65K): 0 1993 Infiniti G20 (70K): $400 fuel injector 1996 Maxima GLE (70K): 0 2000 Infiniti I30 (31K): 0 2000 Infiniti G20 (8K): 0 (wife's current car) 2002 Infiniti ... Read More

• Fuel line protector

  Written by: canadiancl on Nov 2, 2001 7:00:20 PM

  So does Nissan/Infiniti include this on the 2002 I35/Maxima?

• sbrown

  Written by: tgif888 on Jul 1, 2001 8:53:02 AM

  I totally agreed with cpa4u. The price is kind of high for a I30 with 14K miles at $26,600. Well, unless it is a "T" model, otherwise you can buy a new "L" model at this price. While there is no more 2002 I30, I35 is quite a great car from the preview. From the 260 hp engine and the new front design. However, the I35 will come around October, and ... Read More

• Satellite Radio for 2002 Infiniti?

  Written by: peter7777 on May 30, 2001 7:36:54 PM

  I've read a lot about the Sirius and XM satellite radios that are going to be offered this fall. Will the Infiniti I30 or I35 have either radio as optional equipment? I noticed that both Sirius and XM will sell adapters for existing radios. Would the steering wheel radio controls on the I30 function to change channels on the satellite band as they do on the AM and FM bands?

• pmd2

  Written by: tgif888 on May 25, 2001 12:30:08 PM

  If you are waiting for the redesign on the ES300. Why not wait until the release of I35? The I35 will be available around October with 260hp, standard Xeon headlights, etc. But the I30 now is a good buy, Infiniti is having a factory to dealer incentive $1000. So, you pretty much can buy the car below invoice. I wouldn't say about I35. BMW 325i is too small, driving experience is ... Read More

• FWIW

  Written by: canadiancl on May 2, 2001 7:16:05 PM

  I visited an Infiniti dealer yesterday and asked the sales manager about the I35. He said he hasn't heard anything about it but he said he's been told that there will be a rear-drive replacement for the I30 in Spring, 2002.

• canadiancl...2002 I35 $$$

  Written by: peete_roc on Apr 25, 2001 6:25:01 PM

  I test drove an I30 last weekend and asked the dealer about the new I35. He said it would cost close to $40k! I think he was blowing mud. There is no way they can justify a $10k increase because of a 33hp boost and a few other little extras. I plan to buy an I30 late june to early July so I hope Infiniti starts to dicount the I30s soon... ... Read More

• re:Starting problems

  Written by: wildeman on Apr 25, 2001 11:30:13 AM

  Hello to all. I'm new to this BB, but I've been reading it for months. I'm considering buying a new I30, and have learned a lot from all of your experiences. Thanks for all the 'good stuff'. I'm interested in the 2002 I35, but I would jump on a 2001 I30L if a really good deal. Yesterday's CARSDIRECT.com price was $27,392 for the I30L w/heated seats and dest. Sound good? Does ... Read More

• 2001 I30 Incentives?

  Written by: peete_roc on Apr 18, 2001 1:44:17 PM

  Does anyone have an idea about what incentives Infiniti might give in order to move the current I30s? I'll be ready to buy a new vehicle early July and I’m hoping that Infiniti will lower MSRP by at least $2k... wishful thinking? I really want a 2002 I35 but I might have to settle for a 2001 I30 because I need a larger vehicle before our first born comes out the ... Read More

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  Written by: elinpa on Apr 17, 2001 8:21:00 AM

  I was at Modern Infiniti in Greensboro NC this weekend and the salesman told me that the I35 is for 2002 and 2003, then it will be discontinued. About six new models are slated in upcoming years.....all rear wheel drive. I'm on pins waiting for the I35's debut in October. I think I like the waterfall grill better, but the pics of the car really look great........and the Q45 was the ... Read More

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  Written by: mvargo1 on Apr 17, 2001 7:25:42 AM

  Pricing, we don't know yet. Acura will continue at least through 2002 to offer the TL as both base and S versions. All 2002 Infiniti I35's will be just that I35's their will be no 2002 I30.

• jaydh..2001 or 2002

  Written by: jaki30 on Apr 14, 2001 8:15:45 AM

  Good question. Nobody has said the I30 is going away. Is the Acura 3.2TL going away because they came out with the 3.2TL-S? Infiniti may do away with the I30T and make the I35 the hot sport model. How important is the extra horsepower? It didn't make that much difference to me. How much do you think they will discount a 2001 I30 once the I35 comes out? I don't think ... Read More

• 2001 Infiniti I30 OR 2002 I35????

  Written by: jaydh on Apr 13, 2001 8:09:28 PM

  I will be in the market to purchase this November. After all my research have decided on Infiniti. But now what is conventional wisdom regarding whether to try and get best deal possible on the 01 I30 or to kick in more dough and go with the restyled? changed? Improved? I35 model. Any thoughts on pricing? Is the thinking that, initially, it will sell for MSRP without discounts,or will there be ... Read More

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  Written by: maxamillion1 on Apr 9, 2001 2:48:58 PM

  Go to www.freshalloy.com to see the new 2002 Infiniti I35 the design changed a little, and so is the interior.