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Infiniti G35 Care and Maintenance
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What is the status on your paint on your coupe? I also the exact same problem and others on this site do as well. Yellowcar and Rollbar received complete buybacks from Infiniti last month. They have refused my request for the same offer. I am seeing a lawyer tomorrow. If you haven't already done so, you should search this site for posts by these two guys. Here is the web address to start your search and you can go from there: http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.ef0b60c/2388
Let me know where you are in your case. Thanks.
I am wondering if anyone has notices just how fragile the bumpers are on the g35.
I have had minimal taps on the bumper which have led to what I consider to be very noticble scratches and dings on the bumper.
I have driven many other fine cars in my lifetime, and have never experienced such damage with so little effort.
Wondering if anyone can relate or if you may have some advice on repair?
Thanks,
JG :confuse:
Keep oil changed per mfg. at a minimum.
I'm for changing out all fluids every 30k.
Trans, brake, and coolant.
Maybe Power Steering too.
P/S is easy. The G takes any Dexron III ATF I believe (double check your manual).
Grab a turkey baster and empty out the reservoir. Refill with fresh fluid. No need to flush it, that's another dealer 'wallet dipper'!
But, as always...I could be wrong.
Other, more knowing souls, will come on with more learned opinions.
does anyone out there know of a good dealer where i can get my car serviced/detailed in my tri-state area?
i'm considering making a few cosmetic changes (mild window tinting, something to protect the bumpers...i read someone else's post who wants to do the same thing).
does anyone have any suggestions???
happy driving!
Thanks
FUEL RECOMMENDATION
INFINITI recommends the use of unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 93 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 98).
If unleaded premium gasoline is not available, you may use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI number (Research octane number 91), but you may notice a decrease in performance.
I don't understand why people would fill on the lower fuel though. :confuse:
You're saving maybe a buck or two per tank, but then you lose MPG and performance.
The money you save at the pump, you'll lose with the loss of MPG on the road.
If you don't care about MPG, you wouldn't ask the question.
If you didn't care about performance, you wouldn't have bought a G.
20 oil changes X $40 = $800
That leaves $1573.00 for other maintenance in the guide.
My car has not been delivered yet and I can't seem to find a maintenance guide online.
Is this other $1573 money well spent?
Is this just covering things like brake inspection (scam) and belt inspection (scam) stuff, or does this also cover wear items like brakes?
Above link is for INFINITI G service manuals. 2007 is there. Suggested and required maintenance are in the manual. I have a 2005 coupe. I bought a dealer package of lifetime oil changes for $320. I have had little extra paid maintenance (25000) miles. I had some filters changed at 16000. I think most of their dealer suggested maintenance fits your scam category. Inspections, etc.
RG
$320 for lifetime oil !?! Awesome deal.
I'd consider that myself, even with the dealer being 75 miles away.
(I was planning on hitting the new neighborhood Nissan dealer for oil changes, even though the thought frightens me a little)
What area did you get this plan from..interested in contacting them if its a company plan. Thanks
My car has 25000 miles now. I have had six oil changes (every 3750 miles). They also change the filter and do a nice hand wash and clean the inside. It is a great deal. I figure it's paid for by 36000 and then all oil changes past that point are free.
i may have to follow suit....
Park Avenue Infiniti in Englewood, NJ charges for its coffee and offers nothing. Don't know about Pepe Infiniti, although I have seen a lot of complaints about scams.
It's just so confusing
And they don't charge for coffee either.
Sometime back, the toyota dealer that I used to go to for service completely rebuilt their showroom/service center. Free wifi, plasma TVs in waiting areas, free cookies, coffees with free mugs/cups, ... Guess who paid for it - I and other people who go there did!
we pay for it anyway, anytime we go to the dealer. BUT it makes us feel better when we get hosed, if they treat us nice .
who wants to get hosed and punched in the nose at the same time
Two out of three service reps there are new to Pepe, btw.
How important is it to have the Car Protection Package? This package includes Rust, Interior, and Paint Protection for 999 bucks. I live in Canada, so I I get my fair share of salt and snow during the winter times.
Correct me if im wrong, but I heard that the way cars are made these days, it would be very difficult for these cars to rust. Am I wrong? Is it important to have this "rust protection" thing? or is this just a money grabbing ploy? I am planning on keeping the car for at least 8-10 yrs.
And Paint Protection? what is that all about? DOes that do anything?
Did you guys get this package when you guys bought ur G35? Let me know. Thanks! It would be very much appreciated. I still have time to let the dealer know if I want to get it or not.
Take a fraction of that money to run your car through a touchless (spray only) car wash in the winter when you're dealing with salted roads. Have the car professionally detailed once a year & you'll still probably come out ahead.
Save your money and become educated in detailing your own car.
It's not diffcult, and with a little reading and practice, you'll get better results than any "pro" could provide.
Good point -- you can at least equal their results & have an excellent opportunity to go over your car & find any dings fairly quickly so they can be touched up before they get any worse.
Like clear bra? or anything at all?
I know this much, im gonna get the all weather floor mats. And wheel locks. lol
I also opted for Wheel Locks, Splash Guards and All-Weather Mats.
I also picked up an all-weather trunk liner from Weathertech as well.
What kind of driving do u do? do u do lots of highway driving or just normal street driving?
70/30 mostly highway driving.
Are there other satisfied owners out there with 4000 miles and a mint front end ? thanks...
I have protection on the entire front bumper, fenders, hood and mirrors.
I drive the dreaded Mass Pike every day and they've been doing some road work through where I drive.
They grooved the road and that causes tons of small pieces of pavement to get thrown up onto my front end from the cars in front of me.
The first day was the worst, and the sound had me close to tears... I thought the front end was screwed for sure.
It's still flawless.
Get the 3M film and enjoy your paintchip free car.
BTW, here's a quick video showing the 3M protection.
We have plenty of stone haulers on the highways. I have one paint ding in 27000 miles of driving. There is nothing wrong with my paint. If you read carefully, most of the paint complaints were related to the red paint. At least one person got Infiniti to take his car back for a new one.
Check the old messages.
Infiniti is known for trying to correct past mistakes.
If there was a known issue, the newer color may be the reason why.
now don't get me startled on those blasted rattles and squeaks.
otherwise, awesome car. great styling and an unbelievable drive.
Just remember though, if the object is big or sharp enough, it will penetrate the 3M - I had an Avalon and a rock did just that.
Z