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Fun Drive
poli27, 10/25/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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My former daily driver was a BMW 540i. This car is much more comfortable with superior build quality. While it doesn't handle as well as the bimmer, the acceleration and overall performance is impressive. This is our fourth Infiniti (between my wife and I) and a very pleasant choice.
It doesn't Get Any Better Than This!
VOLGRAD, 01/23/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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Only problem on the delivery was a squeeking sun visor. To date, nothing is amiss. Even the steering is OK. (Normally needs alignment.) It is hard to imagine that the competitors could produce a better vehicle. I would recommend that any buyer of a luxury sedan should test drive the Q45.
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Fantastic Car, Buy it Now!
Up from Volvo S80/T6, 03/05/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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Terrific package for a price that's many thousands less than "comparable" GS 430, E500, and 540i. Powerful, smooth, responsive, fun to drive. And NO turbo lag like the Volvo S80/T6. Used manual shift mode in MW snow today and had no problem moving this rear drive car in 8" unplowed shopping center lot. This is the car GM should go after with a GTO badge if they want to get back in the game. Get double take looks everywhere, which you see in the rear view mirror as you zoom past! This will be a hot model for Infiniti, on top of their award winning G35.
Beautiful
merimaid, 10/22/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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This is a fantastic fun to own and drive auto. Very unique. Safety, comfort and luxury all in one. Infiniti,has been hard at work.
Great Car!!
BB 7557, 05/30/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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I love this car. Awesome power, very tight stable ride. Don't understand all the auto magazine gripes: It takes all of 10 minutes to figure out the radio/climate controls, and then it's completely intuitive! The car draws stares from loads of onlookers. I still have not seen another on the road, and while that made me a bit nervous , it does give it a real sense of exclusivity. Build quality is typical Infiniti (Wife has the QX-4). This is the first automatic I've ever owned, but it's nice, and the manual mode works better than I thought it would... If you like this car, drive it and buy it
A great car
davidce, 06/04/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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I actually look for excuses to drive this car. Awesome power, unique looks, and it feels rock solid. The car gets a lot of looks. People don't know what it is. It looks like some exotic, exclusive, expensive import(which it is, except for expensive). The car really hauls. I totally dusted an Audi A6 2.7 Turbo yesterday. Just ran away from him. The guy looked really demoralized. He probably went back to the Audi dealership today to complain that his car wasn't running right. Anyway, the M45 is great. I used to have a 2000 Lincoln LS. It was a good car, but the M45 outshines it. I'm very pleased with my choice.
Fun and Practical!
IndyDrive1, 10/31/2002
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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This car has its own "niche". I test drove one today and it did have a hint of the muscle cars of the 70's , but pampering is the order of the day. This car had a great combination of perfomance and comfort.
HUH?
Randy Tate, 01/31/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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Although I've only had the car a month... I love it
Clark Kent turns into Superman
PrinceCharlie, 11/04/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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This car may look like Clark Kent (although I disagree), but touch the accelerator and Superman appears. I think this is one of the most striking vehicles (appearance-wise) on the road, and everyone who sees it agrees. (Hint: if you get the spoiler, chrome wheels and tint the windows, you turn a pretty good-looking car into the ultimate Pimpmobile. A dang fast Pimpmobile at that.) My car is graphite color (dark gray) with the graphite (black) interior. I get tears in my eyes every time I see it. Oh, did I mention it's the fastest car I've ever owned, and it has more horsepower than my last two cars (BMW 525 and Infiniti G20) combined? Sweet.
my m45
trs70@aol.com, 12/20/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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fun to drive, nice navigation system,hot/cold seats, sold my bmw and left my mechanic in the dust
A man's car with a woman's touch
Elskipo, 12/24/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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This car is fun. It leaps out from the corner with a muted snarl that is more felt than heard. Acceleration is breathtaking for a car this size. Handling is smooth and responive with steering just a touch tight at low speed. The transmssion is smooth and quiet though the alternate auto-stick mechanism seems clumsy. All in all this is a great car delivering major driving pleasure and value with relatively few flaws.
03 INFINITI M45 BEST CAR EVER OWNED
mike s, 02/04/2010
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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Best car i ever bought.Paid 15,000 with only 88,000 and a full elite Infiniti warranty.had major oil burning issue which Infiniti took care of and replaced L.B. @ 96,000. Fun to drive,very fast,and looks great.
The right choice
steve bxxxx, 12/29/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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Very pleased with my purchase. A dream to drive and nice not seeing one on every corning. Still a rarity on the streets. Well put together as you would expect an Infiniti to be. Traded in a 300M for better handling and got more than I could wish for in this size car.
Infiniti M45
deraye, 01/10/2004
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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I have had the car for a little over a year doing predominantly highway miles and have enjoyed the power and the ride. However the car is a little large to "throw" around corners and that detracts from some of the pleasure. I have driven through three snow storms, and the rear wheel drive handles well on ice and snow. Dont care for the "manual" which essentially is an automatic that you "walk" through the gears.
Better than Benz
WACl, 11/03/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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The M-45 has better suspension and more comfortable seats than the Mercedes S430 that I traded for it. Exhilarating performance and lots of neat technology features, such as DVD based GPS, laser controlled cruise control, tire pressure readout, and satellite radio. All at reasonable price. I can't understand why I don't see more of them on the road.
BADMOFO
pwr-m45, 01/13/2004
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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For this money (43k)total with both comfort and premium pkgs. my M45 is black on black with natural birdseye maple trim.absolutly sweet.and since infiniti calls it a muscle car i decided to make my m45 look and sound the part.with a wonderful magnaflow exaust system, with that eat my dust roar at full throtle and whisper quiet at cruise(infiniti approved of course,and lovely 19"by 9" chrome blades on 255-40s z-rated.tinted windows all around finished the pkg.I used to droole over the (S55AMG)but now i laugh all the way to the bank.with the money i saved i could buy a commuter and trick out my m45 to absolution!!!
Fun Ride
biorid3, 08/22/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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This car is truly a wolf dressed in sheep's clothing. It's benign exterior looks give no indication of the monster under the hood. Acceleration is "push you back in your seat" quick, and handling is precise. Anyone who picks a fight with this car will lose. It's insulting to this car to obey speed limits. Yes, trunk space is poor, they have wedged the fuel tank in between the rear seat and trunk. Alledgedly this is a safety issue.
My M45
PJRLITE, 03/31/2004
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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Three months into my new M45 , I am generally pleased. Dash layout , road noise ( wind and underbody )and transmission delay are all points of concern . ...For $45K I should have gone with a BMW 5 series.......
NO COMPLAINTS AT ALL!!!!!
JAYYOSH, 12/13/2002
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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THIS IS AN AWESOME VALUE FOR THE $$$'S FOR THE SAME AMOUNT, YOU CAN WASTE YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY ON A 6 CLY. BMW 530 OR A 6CYL. LEXUS GS300. A VERY HIGH RECOMENDATION IF YOU WANT TO GET ANY OF THESE VEHICLES. ALL I HAVE TO SAY IS, 340 HORSES!!!! ANY QUESTIONS????
2003 INFINITY M45
SCHULTZ, 06/28/2004
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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THE VEHICLE IS FUN TO DRIVE. THERE IS NO WIND NOISE, IT CORNERS WELL. I HAVE NOT HAD TO HAVE ANY REPAIRS MADE TO THIS DATE. I WOULD LIKE FOR IT TO HAVE MORE REAR LEG ROOM. ALSO THE TRANSMISSION SHOULD SHIFT MORE POSITIVLEY.
A Real Sleeper
troxl, 09/01/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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You don't see this one coming. It has class, features, and a 340 horsepower V8. This car outclasses my Bonneville SSEi.
So far so good
rog, 01/10/2009
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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I just bought my M45 almost a week ago and so far I am very pleased with my ride. I just love the power this car possesses underneath it's hood. I am also very careful on how I have my foot to the pedal, since this V-8 monster will definitely gulp down its gas tank. Overall, I am very happy with the build, interior and exterior wise. Also, with lots of hp, this is seriously one very fast car. The ride is pretty smooth too.
World Class
hofame, 02/23/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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Safety, Power,sure footed responsiveness, Cost, Technology with a dash of analog ... make the M 45 a World Class vehicle. A must test drive for those that are in the market for a quality vehicle. Toyota, Lexus, Mercedes, Volvo take a back seat for similar vehicles in the same price range.
unsafe to drive at certain speeds
candidph, 11/12/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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Unsafe factors are that the vehicle hesitates two to three seconds when sudden acceleration is required such as for merging lanes in freeway traffic. The cruise-control "collision avoidance" feature tends to cause rear- end collisions because it causes the vehicle to suddenly decellerate when it tries to pass a truck-trailer rig on an adjacent freeway lane, especially on an inside curve. There is a severe blind spot at the left and right windshield post and adjacent car door (where the rear-view mirrors are mounted) for people of short stature like myself, a problem for close manuvering.
Excellent Value
DarenP, 03/16/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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I've had this vehicle for almost 6 months and it's my favorite of all time. It really is the muscle car with brains. Lots of comfort and lots of power! A real blast to drive, yet a lot of comfort inside. And the price is a steal compared to it's competitors. I'd highly recommend this vehicle.
Best car in it's class
HMSRelentless, 09/03/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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I've owned BMW 7 series, Jaguar, etc. This vehicle(M-45) is by far the overall best of its class. I would rate it above the Jag. Lexus or BMW.
Nice ride
Rnewell , 11/05/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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I was surprised to read the knocks on the body style. I added a spoiler and tinted windows and in the first week was stoped and told how nice the car looked. The best part in the performance the car is a rocket on wheels. As a prior BMW 540 owner I think this is just as fun to driver with a much more reasonable price.
Great Car
marshalldempsey, 11/03/2002
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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This is a great car. It has style, power, handling and the interior is nice without being a 'luxury car'. The controls make sense, the options are easier than the C class, which I also think is a great car. The Infiniti does not have the quirkeness: brake dust, strange HVAC controls, uncovered seat rail bolts.
Best full sized car I have ever owned.
voltag19, 11/29/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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This fine car has unlimited power to spare.
Power, Raw Power
James M, 02/28/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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We had been looking for a new car and just happened on Infiniti, I took a Q- 45 for a ride first then a G-35 witch I realy liked but it was a little to small so the salesman says we just got a new car in want to give it a try, I said why not. Me and my wife took it for a ride and that was all it took after I hit the gas peddle the first time we looked at each other and knew this was it. This was Oct.2 ordered Oct 4 and took delivery Jan. 13 and have put almost 7,000 miles since.
Get Your Motor Runnin
Wild Woodpecker, 10/28/2002
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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A terrific car - really is the musclecar with a brain - kills the Marauder - in a class by itself. Handsome and fun to drive..........
One major flaw a buyer should know about
l. Banks, 09/05/2007
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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The only major flaw about this car is the gauge cluster. If you run out of gas with the needle on a quarter tank that is what it is, not the fuel pump. Test drive this model and try to drive it down to at least the quarter tank. If it dies the dealer is either to fix it or lower the price. Nissan speaks for itself. It even has a low rumble RRRR. The tires are 18/low profile so expect to pay more. People shouldn't compare this to a sports car because it's on the same lines as a GS. I owned a 97 Camaro SS. Fast but it's a luxury sport. Classy car. People will tell you I have heard of a M but never actually seen one. Very smooth design.
This is a hidden GEM!!!!!!
Krattzzman, 10/07/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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one week and 1,000 miles already. This car is FAST but get ready to fill the tank. This is a muscle car as well as a luxury car as well as a head turner.
Refinement Needed
Roadglide99, 03/03/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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Well the ergonomics could be better. The shifter, cup holder and armrest need to be reconfigured. So does the CD player (single in-dash is preferred). I have 3,500 miles on the car and I had a problem with the Trans. getting stuck in 2nd. gear @1,200 miles. Tried everything, finally shut the engine off and restarted, appears ok. The dealer tested it repeatitally with nothing found (the trans. is lazy while in automatic mode, when stepping on the gas to down-shift and pass). Oh the gas milage does stink, and I don't drive it wildly, ok very seldom... getting about 18mpg.
MIND BLOWING SPEED!
gray_M45, 02/23/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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My wife and I we about to buy another BMW 745i when we saw this car at the car show. I bought one the next morning after driving it. And I saved about $40K. I cannot believe the power, handling, technology, comfort and refinement of this car. Let's not for get the price, mine is loaded and it is still under $50K. I get more comments on my M than my wife gets on her brand new $82K BMW, and I can beat her car any time any place. Needless to say she cannot wait to get one.
Awesome
Barry Jeffries, 12/01/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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I love the style and the 340 ponies up front put this car over the top!
Everything you want, no worries after!
Happy As Can Be, 05/14/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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I, too, had considered BMW/Audi and shyed away due to concerns about maintanence. Lexus dealer didn't have what I wanted to test drive(GS430) and the LS430 felt like a boat (on 16s!!). Took this baby out and the decision was a "no brainer." A dream to own, yet it's not a nightmare for your mechanic and reasonable to insure - for less than my old Volvo (check out Wawanesa.com).
Good fast car. Always in front.
Jack Orr, 10/14/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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The car is not as well packaged as the A6-there is less knee room in back and a very skimpy trunk. But, I found the reason for this is that the fuel tank is located between the back seat and the trunk. The safety benefit of this is obvious. The body is not what I would call a leading edge design. The paint job is excellent, everything fits, the doors close well. Fit and finish is top rate. Suspension is very good. Steering quite up to the task. The most outstanding feature, by far, is the engine. Oh, a last thought. The body is very rigid. No groans or squeaks. And it promises to be very reliable.
This is the one
Rick0320, 11/20/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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IF you are looking for power, tech, and fun all in one package this is it. No other car comes close.
My M45..these cars rule!!
ptm03m45, 05/08/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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Just got my M45 about a month ago and I'm very happy with it. I just smoke every car I go against and I love the power. I have a Black loaded w/chome wheels (real pimp) and enjoy getting behind the wheel and driving everyday. Faster than any car I ever had and handles decent for a big car.
my m45
c mckee, 10/15/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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This car is in a class of it's own. Since the purchase of my m45 I have had many people ask about it. And a lot of thumbs up on the interstate. It is 197in long and 340hp a lot faster than the cars in the 60-70k range. "bmw" "benz" O and the VDC has saved me from skiding more than once in wet weather.
Great Car! - could be better
No More Fords, 05/08/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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The M45 allows you to move through traffic effortlessly. it ahs the power enter the hihgway at speed so that you don't impede traffic. Yet, there is little noise - so you will have to let down the windows to hear the throaty- exhaust. (smile) The sideview-mirror blinkers leave no guessing to those on your right or left as you manuveur your may through traffic in Washington rush-hour. Comes with a tape-deck however the Six Disc changer is somewhat inconvenient. Infiniti should have looked at Lexus or other manufactures for latest in- dash CD changers.
What a ride!
wslowry, 11/05/2002
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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The acceleration in this car reminds me of a 1968 Road Runner I had in my twenties except this car corners. I traded in a BMW 740I and in some ways this is a step down but in many ways it is an improvement. The A/C in the seat is great for the climate here in Florida. The warranty is 4/60 bumper to bumper and 6/70 drivetrain with lifetime free road assistance - hard to beat. The styling may not be your cup of tea but I can tell you it is an impressive vehicle to see in person - it's obviously a car of substance. The extra 50 horses over the 5 and 7 series bimmers is going to come in handy I suspect. Gas mileage is a little scary though.
Awesome Car!
atsu8, 02/24/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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Ive had my M45 for about a couple months now and this car is a rocket. I really dont understand the "experts" saying its a ugly car. I get looks everywhere I go and people love it. Super fast!
Best car I've ever owned!!!!!!!!!!!!!
cjeder, 11/21/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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If you are looking at cars in the $35,000 or higher price range you MUST drive this car before making a purchase. I leased mine from Infiniti of Kirkland and my payment is less than most cars in the $35000 range. What a deal! Driving this car is like driving a hand- made, top of the line Bentley. And the 340hp V-8 is truly magnificent. Don't cheat yourself by paying more for a BMW of Lexus....drive this car first.
4 Wheel Rocketship
AllenG, 11/22/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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This car is amazing. My previous car was a Mercedes E320. I thought that was a great car, but this car is better in every way. It handles better, classier interior, MUCH faster, and less money. The Infiniti service is on par with Mercedes. This is the car to buy!
Understated
Aray, 07/14/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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This car is an excellent value. More bells and whistles than both my 2000 E320 and my wife's 1996 E420. Blows both of them away. When I got into my E320 after two long days of driving the M45, the Mercedes seemed frumpy and outdated - and that's a car I love. The Mercedes handles better and burns less gas. Other than that, there is no comparison - the M45 is simply better in every other category.
Vive La Differance
rick fish, 12/08/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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Very easy to drive at a high pace. Nose is UUUgly. Like (no, love) the rest!! Just bought one for my wife at $2500 under invoice and 1.9%, can't beat that with a stick. MY wife is no lead foot but the 3x I've been on the highway with her she's cruising in the 80's and quite unawares.Fit and finish impeccable. Interior materials equal or better the competitors(excepting Lexus)
Great Car! - could be better
no more fords, 05/08/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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The M45 allows you to move through traffic effortlessly. it ahs the power enter the hihgway at speed so that you don't impede traffic. Yet, there is little noise - so you will have to let down the windows to hear the throaty- exhaust. (smile) The sideview-mirror blinkers leave no guessing to those on your right or left as you manuveur your may through traffic in Washington rush-hour. Comes with a tape-deck however the Six Disc changer is somewhat inconvenient. Infiniti should have looked at Lexus or other manufactures for latest in- dash CD changers.
Way Cool
Alan Acosta, 06/09/2003
2003 INFINITI M45 4dr Sedan (4.5L 8cyl 5A)
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I moved from a BMW 330 coupe to the M45. I enjoyed the BMW, the M blows it away for just a few thousand more. The BMW was more sporty, felt the road more, yes. all that's true. But given all those people in their automatic 325 sedans, I think that argument is hooey. The M drives really well and knocks you back in your seat when you take off. Build and fit-finish are excellent, gadgets fun. Finally, the M has taken its knocks for its "look," --too conservative, too chunky, whatever--but I have gotten rave reviews from friends and people on the street. Lots of power and bang for buck--this car rocks.