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This is an Awesome Care, would recomend
Nick, 01/03/2007
1994 INFINITI Q45 A 4dr Sedan
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought this car after my 1987 Mercedez-Benz 300d Turbo decided to keel over on me January 1, 2007. (Happy Freaking NEW YEARS RIGHT?) Anyway I searched and searched for Infiniti's that had a sporty look while offering power and This one Will DRIVE you into the ground if you could steer it! I can't believe that after 121,000 miles it still purrs like a kitten, and growls like a lion when needed. I have some minor repairs to make but at 2,500 dollars for the car, it was a steal.
Solid
Ingolf Duphorn II, 10/07/2003
1994 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
The Q 45 has proved be to be a worthy investment for my self. I purchased this vehicle for $3,800. It had 144,000miles and is a 94'. I've owned this car for 2years now , and it has been a jem!! The power is awesome and it still turns heads. There is no way I would purchase a car new, I would rather ride in pure luxury at a fraction of the cost.
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Miguel, 05/28/2005
1994 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
The 1994 infiniti Q45 has been my daily cruiser for years now. its powerful v8 lets me merge into traffic without worring about the 5.0 mustang trying to accelerate to not let me in. the interior is classy and comfortable,the suspension won best in luxury class in 1994 and it proves it every day on the horrible nyc roads. its design dosent show its age. it has many options that were advanced for its time. over all its a beautiful luxurious car able to be held up agains the big boys of mercedes bmw and audi anyday..
Very good to have
Ricky, 03/24/2010
1994 INFINITI Q45 A 4dr Sedan
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I purchase the car brand new I'm very happy. Still driving good only repair I have battery. knock sensor, oil change.and 4 times brake change use only infinity parts.
nicest car in my college parking lot
mig rod, 02/10/2003
1994 INFINITI Q45 A 4dr Sedan
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I just got my infiniti Q 2 days ago. its the nicest car i have ever owned. i have had porsches, lexus, bmw, all kinds of cars and this is by far my favorate. the car has 100k on the odometer and it purrs like a kitten. the only down side like everyone else says is the gas mileage. other than that the car rides like a dream. it has german luxury at a japan price
Q45A Highs & Lows
BIG-BABY, 04/30/2005
1994 INFINITI Q45 A 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My experience with the Q was awesome when I first got it.The Limited Slip work and everything, but time passed and it went then the Antilock brakes went shortly thereafter. I just want to know what is the cost of all this stuff because I'm scared to go to the dealership to ask for fear of them having hike-up prices because I'm still driving a classic beauty on the street. Let's just face it, the 90-95 Q's look better than newer models(00- 05).
WOW What a feeling !!!
Mike Bodanza, 08/16/2002
1994 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
It is a great vehicle. I have looked at and driven some new cars that have less performance appeal and comfort than my Q with 127,000 miles.
1994 Q45a - well design luxury performer
Scott Roberts, 10/06/2002
1994 INFINITI Q45 A 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car used with 110,000 miles, and she remains as tight and as solid a new car. The power plant still amazes me and has a wonderfully "throaty" sound when put to the test. The pneumatically assisted "active" suspension eliminates body roll and nose diving for an incredible stable drive thats a pleasure on curvy roads. Breaking performance is superior.
Sleeper
scootermi, 03/12/2002
1994 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Fast, quiet (really quiet), great riding car. Definite tourer. A bit bulky and heavy, car weighs 4200+, more than the average SUV. Would have been awesome if they had taken a couple hundred pounds out of it. Gas mileage hovers just under 20 mpg.
Q45
rudefyet, 08/27/2008
1994 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought the car for $2500, can't beat getting the equivalent of a BMW 740 at that price. Engine is smooth, yet very throaty at full throttle. Car of course is 4200 lbs so performance is somewhat subpar due to the weight and "old person" gearing/shift points (Can be mostly remedied with a new ECU). I consistently get 26 mpg which is great for a V8. Front end styling along with factory wheels are rather uninspired/too small.
Lots of car for the money
flyers fan, 08/29/2002
1994 INFINITI Q45 A 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is an incredible car.The original list was $50K and I got mine for $10,500 with only 43,000 miles last year. It is expensive to maintain both at the gas station and in the garage as the mileage is terrible and you need to use premium fuel.The tires dont last long because of the weight of the car and ditto on the brakes. Also the Q45a (active suspension)is great when it works but mine is shot and it would cost $5,000 to fix so I do without the smooth ride that others may enjoy.But that doesnt stop me from strongly recommending this awesome,reliable and affordable luxury car that you can look and feel great in.
Sport Sedan
randall, 09/23/2002
1994 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Don's understand why anyone would buy a Toyota instead of the Q45. Hey, those guys "Click and Clack" recommend it. Its just a great buy. Lots of power, plenty of comfort. All models come LOADED with standard features.
the best
lbb, 11/26/2002
1994 INFINITI Q45 A 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Excellent big car with the Touring package.It drives like a high performance car especially with Michelin tires.Very reliable.
LUXURY BARGAIN!
TDI_BUFF, 12/02/2003
1994 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought the car for my mother about two years ago. It was in near mint condition with 94000 miles. I don't know why the Q45 doesn't hold its resale value, but I didn't complain when I only paid $8,000 for it in 2001. I found the original window sticker from 1994 in the glove compartment listing the car for $54,000.
Q45t--What a surprise!
shepcom, 04/07/2003
1994 INFINITI Q45 A 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I usually replace my cars every 2-3 years. I've owned my Q45t for nearly 10 years. It still runs and looks as new. Car is fun to drive, excellent build quality, and far more reliable than any Benz or BMW that I have owned. Dealer Service is the best. Manufacturer stays in touch with its customers.
Diamand in the Rough
Tony Soprano, 03/03/2002
1995 INFINITI Q45 A 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Only three words can explain this car... Class, Comfort, and Authority....
1994 Q45 Flagship Model?
Rimps, 11/17/2003
1994 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Cant complain too much - so far the car has 140,000 miles on it. Regular repairs have been performed. Went through 2 altanators, fuel pump and control module and a $1800 60k mile tune-up (ouch!). The car doesn't perform as it once did. Disappointed for a car that origially sold for $52k. Engine not as quiet as the LS400. Must say the car has a lot of upper end power; took it to 115 MPH - smooth as a silk.
Great car that l still enjoy
ASW, 06/21/2019
updated 06/29/2020
1994 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Can be pricey to maintain when something breaks because not everyone has experience working on this rare car and parts can be difficult to purchase but quality materials originally used and still over engineered. Some of the plastic interior bits like the sunroof switch and interior mirrors don’t age well but still enjoy the performance and overall driving experience
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a work of art
Tareef Horani, 08/25/2003
1995 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am a 16 year old and you can imagine what boys do at this age. I am proud to say that my car has given me 0, and I repeat 0 trouble. IT is a awsome car. Very reliable and safe. It performance is good not great but good, enough for a teen ager. I highly recomend it to everyone. No matter its age. Once again Japan wins the reliableilty and craftsmanship trophy.
Luxury gem
manders2, 07/20/2003
1995 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is an extremely reliable luxury vehicle and has been one of the best cars I have purchased. The interior is luxurious, the engine is smooth, and it has alot of power under the hood.
All around great car
tim s, 01/24/2006
1995 INFINITI Q45 A 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The infiniti q45 is an all around fun to drive luxury sedan. It has plenty of horsepower to get you there and great brakes to stop you when you get there.
Benchmark for performance & reliability
klm76, 08/01/2004
1995 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has been almost trouble free in the last 166K miles. The 3 parts that have failed out of warranty are the power steering computer, the Mass airflow sensor and the turbine sensors in the transmission have cost a total of $2800 w/parts and labor. That's great for almost 10 years of use. I have been meticulous with maintenance of this vehicle. The only failure that left me stranded was the failure of the mass airflow sensor. The acceleration, cornering, and braking have been awesome, especially over the period of time I have owned it. The front seats are comfortable, but could use larger side bolsters, contrary to original demographics.
Love this car
mhm, 12/10/2002
1996 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love my Infiniti. I drive the car for business alot and it continues to amaze me. After turning 100,000 miles last month, the car is as solid and dependable as the day I bought it. I still go to a dealer for scheduled maintenance for convenience and service. I don't care if they charge me a little more. This is the most overlooked luxury sedan on the planet.
Great Ride
san_matthew, 04/20/2005
1996 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a great car. Very smooth ride. I love all of the features. The interior has to be the best ever made. The arm rests fit perfectly. It is a little slow starting off, but picks up with a bang after the 3rd gear. I have not had any required repairs since I bought it in November. The only downfall would be the mile per gallon. Since it is a V8 it only gets about 17 mpg. I love the car, and it seems like it will last forever. Fun to drive.
huh?
felix, 04/26/2002
1994 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
First any large vehicle I've owned other than an old Mercury Marquis. The only misgiving I have (more of a sense of guilt) is its poor mileage. My previous car was a Toyota Camry which give better than 35 mpg.
Great machine
Greg Rutkovsky, 11/29/2003
1994 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
GREAT machine. Incredible power and comfort. Nice price. The best!!!
The best for the $$
JB10, 12/02/2002
1995 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the second q45 I have owned. First a 92 and now the 95. Both with traction control. As the title says the best purchase of a used autoI have ever made. Quality, comfort and the right price - this car must be driven to be appreciated!
170,000 miles and still strong
Garry, 10/06/2006
1995 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It's a great car and I love to drive it. Very reliable and very powerful. Normal maintenance. Only problems have been the radiator hose attachment point and the front end control links. Mileage is 14 around town and 20 on the highway. Am keeping this one as I don't like the new ones
My Wife & I
Tommy Strong , 11/02/2022
1995 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We had two identical 1995 Q-45’s which I believe was the hottest 278 HP ever. Sold both for more than l’d paid for them. Wish I’d kept one but Technology changed drastically. Tried the newer one but now have Subaru Legacy & Outback Turbos. Only 28 HP less but while much lighter, not comparable at sea level in power. 1957 Cheve, maybe.
Nice car
Qowner, 07/05/2002
1996 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car moves! The body style is wonderful. This car is a pleasure to drive if you don't have to park in a tight spot.Great A/C. Cools fast..even in the South!The service has been remarkable, but I do not think that I would spend the $$$ on a Q45 again. I will probably stick with a less expensive Infiniti though. Loaner car when yours is being serviced will keep me in an Infiniti.
Fabulous 'Q'
darcyn, 12/27/2002
1996 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought our 'Q' back in 1998 in great condition with 28K. WOW! What a car! So, if you are looking for a 'Q' new or used, you can't go wrong. The customer service is superb! Especially the loaner cars they give (usually I35's), whenever I need regular maintenance. However, the maintenance costs are a bit pricey. Then again, if you like to be treated with class, sometimes a price comes with that! :) I just cannot say enough positives about my car. At almost 98,000 miles and 4 years later, this baby moves and still sounds like she did the day we bought her! Ahhh!! I hope they NEVER discontinue this model!
Have Owned 1996 Infiniti Q-45 For 7 Yrs.
abracadabra, 07/12/2003
1996 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this Infiniti new in Atlanta at the end of the model year, paying $40,000 for car with MSRP of $48,395. The car has been nearly flawless. The paint is still in pristine condition, mechanically the car is 5-star. It's a lot of fun to drive. I wish that traction control had been available in Atlanta because I now live in the Boston area. The dealership situation in Atlanta is far better than it is in Boston. I think I was hosed by the dealer for the cost of the 60k service based on Edmunds' information.
Q 45 A great car
elecann, 07/29/2003
1996 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car from an aution in 1998. It only had 25,000 miles on it and I saved $8,000.00 that dealers sold the cars from the same auction. (I know, as I had the vin # list and compared some of the cars from the same aution at my local Infinity dealer.) It has been a great car. I wouldn't sell it, but we just bought a new Q45 and my husband is not able to drive anymore. Hence, no need for two cars.
Underrated Vehicle, Good for me!!!
Eric, 05/18/2005
1996 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle from a guy who had bought a new Q45. That gave me a good indication that he liked the Q. This car performs great on the highway and it has the power to get up and go. The interior is superb and the comfort level is nice. It is a solid vehicle and you can tell it was made with quality. The only downside is that it drinks the high priced gas and it drinks it heavily.
Luxury Mobile
Matt, 10/09/2005
1996 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall very good car. Getting on the highway is so smooth and I can get up to 90 and not feel a thing. Very classy car. The negative is the MPG. And with gas prices soaring, putting in the Premium Fuel is costly. Don't try putting in regular or the oxygen sensors will malfunction. I tried. So if you are looking for a very luxurous and affordable car and are 6" or smaller, this car is perfect. JD Power gave it all 5/5 on reliablity and performance.
Q in the great white north
TDOT, 01/23/2004
1996 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Just bought my Q45 a month ago. Already I have to replace the O2 sensor. Also the gear shifter has locked up a cople of times. I have manged to find a way to work around it. Otherwise, this car is great and fun to drive. The cabin warms up quickly enough so that you dont have to idle for too long. Steering is not exactly that of a high performance car but handling at high speeds is quite good considering its size and weight.
Luxury and Power
Dougc33, 06/18/2004
1996 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've got a 1996 Q45 that currently has about 90,000 miles on it, meaning the vehicle has averaged a little over 10,000 miles a year. The car is VERY nice...it's an excellent combination of luxury and power. It's got an excellent, though somewhat "soft" ride, excellent interior room/comfort and, best of all, real get-up-and-go under the hood. With a V8 engine, you can go 0-60 in a snap without so mucha as a second thought. Plus it's been very reliable; other than gas/oil and brakes, the only maintenance done has been the 60K checkup to change belts etc. Definitely the best of all the cars I've owned
Disapointed in the long run
ironsalmon, 03/11/2003
1994 INFINITI Q45 4dr Sedan
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this car as a surprise for my wife.The first two months we had it were fine.Then the valve cover gaskets had to be replaced,which took two weeks to do,and $900.00.Then the car kept stalling, which was the gas cap ,the second one we replaced in 10,000 miles of ownership.We had a bunch of other little flair ups with the electrical,but the final problem was the fuel injection, and at that point we gave up and got rid of the car.