1993 Infiniti Q45 review from North America
"A risky buy at this age, but so cheap it's worth the chance"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The front upper control arms have been replaced twice in 60000 miles. This is a known problem with early Q45s (I have seen the service printouts on several cars).
Six of the eight fuel injectors have been replaced. I suspect the other two are close, as it runs roughly sometimes.
The AC compressor locked up at 115000 miles. This was over $1000.
In spite of some very rough treatment whilst trying to get unstuck this past winter, the transmission remains trouble free.
General comments?
At 10 years old and 125000 miles, this car still looks, runs, and drives very well. I have no real desire to replace it. No rust, nothing falling apart, no rattles (well, OK, one). I have spent a few thousand on repairs over the 60000 miles I have owned it, but it has been worth it, as it is still a pleasure to view and to drive. Common wisdom is that the transmission will eventually go out, and replacement will likely equal the car's book value. Still, I'll fix it. It's too nice a car to let it die over a few grand.
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| Unless you are rich, don't buy this car! |
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| Great car with style and performance! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | ? Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 125000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Taurus |
| Date of Entry | 24th June, 2003 |