1997 Infiniti I30 problems
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Common 1997 Infiniti I30 problems
The INFINITI I30 is a luxury sedan produced by Nissan's premium brand, INFINITI, from 1996 to 2001. While many owners have reported positive experiences with their I30s, some common problems have been identified based on complaints from owners.
1. Mass Air Flow Sensor Failure
The Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor is responsible for measuring the amount of air entering the engine. When it fails, the engine may experience rough idling, poor acceleration, and a check engine light may illuminate. This issue is one of the most common problems reported by INFINITI I30 owners.
2. Check Engine Light Due to Failed EVAP Control Valve
The Evaporative Emission Control System (EVAP) is designed to prevent fuel vapors from escaping into the atmosphere. The EVAP control valve is a component of this system, and when it fails, it can cause the check engine light to illuminate. This issue may be accompanied by a decrease in fuel efficiency and performance.
3. Ignition Coil Failure Due to Clogged EGR
The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system is designed to reduce emissions by recirculating a portion of the exhaust gases back into the engine. When the EGR system becomes clogged, it can cause the ignition coils to fail, leading to misfires, rough idling, and a decrease in performance. This issue may also cause the check engine light to illuminate.
4. Electrical Issues
Electrical issues are common in the INFINITI I30, with many owners reporting problems with the cruise control system, clock, and headlights. The cruise control system may fail to activate or deactivate intermittently, while the clock may require a fuse or fix due to a short circuit caused by incorrect polarity. Headlights may also need to be replaced, especially if they are HID, as they may not be compatible with aftermarket replacements.
5. Parasitic Draw
Some INFINITI I30 owners have reported a parasitic draw on the electrical system, causing the battery to drain quickly. This issue may be caused by a faulty alternator or other electrical components, leading to the need for frequent battery replacements.
6. Suspension Problems
Suspension problems are also common in the INFINITI I30, with some owners reporting issues with the CV joints, alternator, and battery. These issues may lead to a decrease in ride quality and performance, as well as increased maintenance costs.
In conclusion, while the INFINITI I30 is a reliable and luxurious sedan, some common problems have been identified based on complaints from owners. These issues include Mass Air Flow Sensor Failure, Check Engine Light Due to Failed EVAP Control Valve, Ignition Coil Failure Due to Clogged EGR, Electrical Issues, Parasitic Draw, and Suspension Problems. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent these issues and ensure the longevity and reliability of the INFINITI I30.
What is the 0 60 on a 1997 Infiniti I30?
The 1997 I boasts 190 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 7 seconds.
What engine does an Infiniti I30 have?
Engine: 3.0-liter V-6; 227-hp; 217 lb-ft torque.
When did the Infiniti I30 come out?
Infiniti launched the Cefiro in North America as the Infiniti I30 for model year 1996, manufactured at Oppama, Japan (where the Maxima was built), commencing June 27, 1995. The new I30 replaced the Infiniti J30.
How are Infinitis so fast?
The VC-turbo engine is one of the most advanced features that power the INFINITI cars and SUVs. These powerful machines were developed over 20 years of engineering to create one of the most efficient and powerful internal combustion engines on the market.
1997 Infiniti I30 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Infiniti I30 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1997 Infiniti I30 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1997 Infiniti I30 complaints
The NHTSA has received 21 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1997 Infiniti I30.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-15
- VIN: JNKCA21D2VT
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 INFINITI I30. WHILE FUELING THE VEHICLE, THE BRACKET THAT HELD THE FUEL FILLER NECK BECAME CORRODED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FUEL SPILLED OUT AFTER FUELING THE VEHICLE AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRACKET AND THE FUEL FILLER NECK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-10
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE CAR STALLED, NEEDED TOWING TO FIRESTONE IN ELGIN. THEY SAY IT'S ALTERNATOR. THIS WILL BE THIRD CHANGE OF THE ALTERNATOR FOR THIS VEHICLE IN 4 YEARS PERIOD. BATTERY HAS BEEN CHANGED ABOUT 3 MONTHS AGO, WHEN THE CAR STALLED PREVIOUSLY. YESTERDAY I CALLED INFINITI, GOT A BIT OF A RUN AROUND BY THEM TELLING ME TO CALL NISSAN, WHO TOLD ME TO CALL INFINITI. INFINITI TOLD ME MY VIN NUMBER IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL, AND THERE'S NOTHING THEY CAN HELP ME WITH. *KB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-09-13
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JNKCA21D0VT
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 INFINITI I30. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. AFTER DRIVING ONTO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD FUMES BEGAN TO COME FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACTS HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY THE DEALER NOR HAD IT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND A COMPLAINT WAS FILED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 96,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-02-27
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I HAVE A 1997 INFINITI I30 THAT WAS PURCHASED OCT 2006 WITH APPRX 94,000 NOW HAS 105,000. CAR HAS BEEN A LEMON FROM MONTH 2 ON, I HAVE SPENT OVER $2000 IN REPAIRS. I HAVE EVEN TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE LOCAL INFINITI DEALERSHIP AND THEM NOR ANYONE ELSE CAN FIGURE OUT WHAT IS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE. I HAVE REPLACED 2 STARTERS, ALTERNATOR, IGNITION SWITCH, 2 IGNITION COILS, CAM SHAFT ANGLE SENSOR, CRANK SHAFT ANGLE SENSOR, 3 SETS OF SPARK PLUGS,VALVE COVER GASKETS, FUEL PUMP, FUEL FILTERS, MAJOR FRONT AND BACK WHEEL COMPUTERIZED ALIGNMENT, TRANSMISSION FILTER AND OIL. CAR SPITS AND SPUTTERS ACTING LIKE ITS RUNNING OUT OF GAS. IT DIES WHEN AT A LIGHT, IN GEAR, REVERSE, TAKES A TURN....PRETTY MUCH ALL THE TIME, INFINITI DEALER SAYS ONLY THING WRONG IS A SHUTTER SENSOR WHICH WAS TOLD THAT WOULD NOT AFFECT THE DRIVING. I AM CURRENTLY AT A LOSS FOR WHAT I SHOULD DO TO HAVE MY CAR REPLACED, I AM A SENIOR CITIZEN AND ON SOCIAL SECURITY AND HAVE A VERY LIMITED INCOME BUT NEED MY CAR FIXED. I AM SEEKING ANY KIND OF HELP FOR FIXING MY CAR. THANK YOU IN ADVANCE. *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-12-12
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JNKCA21DXVT
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 INFINITI I30. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE WET AND THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. AS OF DECEMBER 20, 2007, THE DEALER HAD NOT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED BRUISES TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF HER BODY. UPDATED 01/24/08. *LJ UPDATED
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-07-10
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: I HAVE A 1997 INFINITY QX-4 AND WHEN I DRIVE MY CAR THE CAR WOBBLE TO THE STATE WHERE I FEEL LIKE THE CAR IS GOING TO FLIP OVER. I CHANGED THE SHOCKS, STRUTS, SUSPENSION LINKS, BALANCED THE TIRE, ALIGNMENT, ETC AND CAN'T GET RID OF THE WOBBLE. I NOTICED THERE ARE A LOT OF SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN WEBSITES. THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION. *JB
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-02-20
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JNKCA21D0VT
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: ON FEBURARY 20,2007 MY MOM'S LEFTT FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT, CAUSING VEHICLE TO RAM THE GUARD RAIL AND THE REAR TIRE TO BLOW OUT, PUSHING THE CAR UP AN EMBANKMENT. SHE WAS TAKEN TO MILITARY HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-08-10
- VIN: JNKCA21D7VT
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: MY 1997 INFINITI I-30 WAS HAVING A HARD TIME STARTING AND EVENTUALLY THE CAR DIED ONE WEEKEND AND WOULD NOT START. I SPENT SOME TIME ON IT AND GOT THE CAR STARTED AND DROVE IT DOWN TO O'NEIL AUTO PARTS AND THEY PUT THEIR STARTING SYSTEM ANALYSIS MACHINE ON THE STARTING SYSTEM...THEIR RESULTS WERE THAT THE CAR BATTERY WAS OK AND THE CAR STARTER WAS OK BUT THE CAR ALTERNATOR WAS PUTTING OUT 34 AMPS. INSTEAD OF THE PRESCRIBED 129 AMPS. I HAD CALLED INFINITI MOTOR CORP. EARLIER AND INFINITI STATED TO ME THAT MY CAR INFINITI I-30 VIN #[XXX] MANUFACTURED IN 3/97 WAS NOT COVERED BY THE CURRENT ALTERNATOR RECALL. ALTHOUGH I HAVE READ ON THE INTERNET IN NISSANNEWS.COM THAT THE MECHANICALLY EQUIVALENT NISSAN MAXIMA BULIT DURING THE PERIOD OF 3/97 IS COVERED UNDER THE RECALL. WHICH I FIND ODD BECAUSE BOTH OF THESE MODELS WERE LIKELY BUILT ON THE SAME PRODUCTION LINE. ALSO, ON THE VEHICLES WHICH ARE BEING HANDLED UNDER THE ALTERNATOR RECALL NISSAN CORP. IS BEING DIFFICULT AND REQUIRING I TAKE MY CAR 90 MILES AWAY TO ATLANTA TO THE CLOSEST OFFICIAL INFINITI DEALER (MAKING IT CLEARLY DIFFICULT AND INCONVENIENT FOR ME BECAUSE PAUL WALSH NISSAN IN MY HOME TOWN IS EQUIPPED TO EASILY RESOLVE MY AUTO ALTERNATOR SITUATION. NISSAN AND OR INFINITI HAVE DONE NOTHING TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THE OLD PART IS STILL AVAILABLE AT THE MOMENT. MAYBE YOU CAN ENCOURAGE NISSAN TO RESOLVE THIS SITUATION FOR ME. [XXX] UPDATED 07/19/2012 *JS INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-03-10
- VIN: JNKCA21D9VT
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: REAR BRAKE HUM AT LOW SPEED, MAINLY WHEN ACCELERATING FROM FULL STOP. BOTH REAR ROTORS REPLACED AND PADS REPLACED, STILL OCCURS. OCCASIONAL GRINDING FROM DRIVER'S REAR BRAKE - MECHANIC CANNOT SOLVE PROBLEM DESPITE FREQUENT BRAKE PART REPLACEMENTS. DEALER CANNOT FIND PROBLEM EITHER. *LA
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-06-02
- VIN: PLEASE FILL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE ALTERNATOR HAS PRODUCED AN ELECTRICAL SHORT. AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE STALLED OUT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH. A RECALL HAS BEEN ISSUED, HOWEVER THE VEHICLE VIN NUMBER IS OUTSIDE OF THE REMEDY SCOPE. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *NM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JNKCA21D8VT
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME DEFECT WITH ITS ALTERNATOR AS STATED IN RECALL 02 V 171 000. BUT THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. *AK *SC *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-31
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: CONSUMER STATED VEHICLE WAS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AS STATED IN RECALL ON THE ALTERNATOR. DEALER WILL NOT REPAIR BECAUSE VIN IS NOT INCLUDED. RECALL NUMBER UNKNOWN.*AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-04-22
- Number Of Injuries: 3
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE CHROME "PLATED" (THEY ARE REALLY PLASTIC COVERS) INSIDE DOOR HANDLE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE HAS PREMATURELY WORN OFF, LEAVING EXTREMELY SHARP SHARDS ON THE INSIDE OF THE HANDLE. WHEN AN UNSUSPECTING PASSENGER OPENS THE DOOR WITHOUT CAUTION, A SEVERE LACERATION OF THE HAND CAM OCCUR. VERY DANGEROUS, THIS HAS HAPPENED IN MY I30 ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS IN SPITE OF MY WARNINGS TO PASSENGERS. *NLM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JNKCA21D8VT
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TOOK THE BRAKE ROTORS TO BE CUT, THE TECHNICIAN TOLD ME THAT THE ROTORS WERE CRACKED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-03-06
- VIN: JNKCA21D9VT
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: WHEN THE SENSORS FAIL, THE CAR SHUTS OFF! THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED, I WAS ON A FREEWAY INTERCHANGE IN THE POURING DOWN RAIN, AND I LOST ALL ENGINE POWER. LUCKILY, I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO THE SHOULDER WITHOUT ANYONE HITTING ME. THE SECOND TIME IT HAPPENED,IT WAS ON THE 15 OF MARCH, JUST OVER A WEEK LATER. THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON THE NIGHT BEFORE AND I CALLED MY LOCAL DEALER, PEYTON CRAMER INFINITI ( THEY ALSO DID THE FIRST REPAIR). I WAS INSTRUCTED THAT IT WAS PROBABLY NOTHING, BUT TO BRING IT IN WHEN I HAD A CHANCE. I TOOK THE CAR IN THE NEXT MORNING. THEY CHECKED IT OUT AND ASSURED ME THAT IT WAS JUST SOME SORT OF SENSOR ERROR. LATER THAT DAY, THE CAR SHUT DOWN WHILE I WAS DRIVING IN TRAFFIC. THIS TIME, THERE WAS NO SHOULDER. I SAT THERE IN A LANE OF TRAFFIC, DEAD IN THE WATER! I STILL DO NOT HAVE MY CAR BACK. EVERYTHING IS COVERED UNDER WARRENTY FOR NOW. MY WARRENTY EXPIRES AT THE END OF MARCH. THE ISSUE AS OF YET IS NOT MONEY, IT IS SAFETY. BOTH TIMES THAT MY CAR FAILED, I FELT MY SAFETY( LIFE) WAS JEOPORDIZED. THE IDEA THAT A SENSOR FAILURE CAUSES A CAR TO SHUT OFF IS INCREDIBLE TO ME! I FELT MY LIFE WAS IN DANGER! SENSOR FAILURES SHOULD NOT RENDER A CAR POWERLESS! MECHANICAL PROBLEMS CAN AND SOMETIMES DO MAKE A CAR UNDRIVEABLE. BUT, IF INDEED THE ONLY PROBLEM IS A SENSOR, A NAGGING DASH LIGHT SEEMS TO BE A MORE APPROPRIATE RESPONSE. AGAIN, I WANT TO SAY THAT THESE TWO EXPERIENCES SCARED ME TO DEATH! INFINITI MUST BE MADE TO STOP THIS OVER REACTION TO SENSOR FAILURE, AND A RECALL SHOULD BE MADE ON OLDER VEHICLES THAT ARE PROGRAMMED TO RESPOND IN THIS MANNER!*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-09-15
- VIN: JNKCA21D6VT
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: BRAKES FAILED AND CAR ROLLED INTO MIDDLE OF INTERSECTION. *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-10-27
- VIN: JKNCA2108VT
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE SEATBELT RETRACTOR IS SLOW WHEN CLOSING THE DOOR METAL PART. THE PROBLEM STARTED TWO TO THREE MONTHS AG0. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE METAL HAS A WHOLE IN THE PLASTIC OF SEAT. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-04-03
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: VEHICLE WOULD NOT REDUCE IN SPEED EVEN AFTER CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKE CAUSING HIM TO REAR END ANOTHER VEHICLE. NLM
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1998-11-01
- VIN: JNKAY21D9VM
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: REMOTE TRUNK OPENER FAILED. YH
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-04-23
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JNKCA21D1VT
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP, APPLIED PRESSURE TO ACCELERATOR PEDAL, VEHICLE WENT INTO PEN THROTTLE POSITION; APPLIED BRAKES, WOULD NOT STOP VEHICLE, IMPACT 12:00 POSITION, HITTING A TREE AND A POLE AND OTHER VEHICLE. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Crash: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: OWNER STATES WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE AT 10-15 MPH AND TRYING TO USE BRAKES THEY DID NOT FUNCTION.THEY ARE ABS BRAKES AND OWNER IS UNCERTAIN WHY THIS OCCURRED. HE NOTES THAT THERE WAS JUST NO ACTION WHEN HE WENT TO APPLY BRAKES.DEALERS HAVE NOT DETERMINED THE CAUSE. *AK
1997 Infiniti I30 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1997 Infiniti I30.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, ONE OF THE DIODES USED IN THE ALTERNATOR MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED WHEN BUILT. THIS CAN EVENTUALLY RESULT IN FAILURE OF THE DIODE AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT WHICH COULD MELT THE PLASTIC HOUSING.
- Consequence: IF THE COMBUSTIBLE GAS EMITTED BY THE MELTING PLASTIC DOES NOT DISPERSE DUE TO AIR FLOW THROUGH THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, IT COULD IGNITE AND IN TURN IGNITE THE FAN GUIDE IN THE ALTERNATOR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 29, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
Negative 1997 Infiniti I30 car reviews
Positive 1997 Infiniti I30 car reviews
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with my I30. I bought it with 72k and have put on quite a few miles since then, with day-to-day driving and vacations. I have to say, this car is a true workhorse! I've only had a couple of issues with it - an emissions problem when I registered it in DC (which set me back $900) and a blower motor replacement. But given that it was an Arizona car, I'm not too surprised. The MPG is respectable for a luxury sedan, and on a cross-country trip, I even got 30 MPG out of a few tanks. Plus, as a parent of a 3-year-old, I really appreciate the roomy back seat - it makes getting her in and out a breeze!
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Sophistication and performance all in one. You'll be pleased to know that this car has been rated one of the best V6 engines in its class, which I can vouch for! I have had this car for a little over seven years and not one problem. With its classy looks inside and out, you won't be disappointed with your purchase. I plan to keep mine for several more years but in the end, I'm sure I'll be sad to see it go.
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I bought my I30 back in 2000 when it had 39K miles on it. Since then, I have driven it for 130K miles and it has been a great experience. I have only had to replace the starter and alternator, and with normal maintenance, it still runs like new with no rattles and very little engine noise. The car has great power and is perfect for highway cruising. Despite its weight of 3100 lbs, it has a great turning radius of 34, making it easy to maneuver. The paint has held up well and still looks new, and the Bose sound system is terrific. It gets about 25 mpg and is fun to drive on both short and long trips. It starts every time, which is a huge plus. The only downside is that it requires premium gas. Although I would like to get a newer car, I just can't bring myself to trade in this wonderful automobile. I will probably drive it for another 100k!
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I'm so glad to hear that you've been enjoying your car for the past 6 months! It sounds like you made a great choice in opting for something more practical with the kids in mind. It's great that you can still have fun driving while also being able to comfortably haul the kids around. Plus, all those features must make the driving experience even better!
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This is a fantastic luxury car for the price. It has all the features of a luxury vehicle while still maintaining a sporty feel with its 190 hp V6. The car is dependable and enjoyable to drive. The audio system and leather seats provide an incredibly comfortable ride. I highly recommend this car to anyone looking for a reliable luxury car with excellent performance.
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Are you having problems with your 1997 Infiniti I30?
Janick West 2024-09-16
I was given this car, but unfortunately it has had some issues from the start. As a student, I cannot afford the expensive repairs that it needs, and it seems like every time I fix one thing, something else goes wrong. However, I do appreciate the car's power and speed, and it even held up well when I hit a pole. Overall, I wish the car had been in better condition when I received it, but I am grateful for what it can do.
Kennedi Rogahn 2024-01-02
Although my experience with this car has been negative, it is important to note that maintenance costs can be high. However, I would not recommend this car to others.