Infiniti J30 problems

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The Infiniti J30, marketed as the Nissan Leopard J Ferie in Japan, was a rear wheel drive luxury car. The J30 went into production on April 7, 1992 as a 1993 model to replace the M30 (which was a coupe), and was launched in the United States after its competitors, the Lexus GS and Acura Legend. The car was sold in the mid-size sedan segment between the smaller G20 and the larger Q45, both by size and price. The small interior resulted from its rounded styling uncharacteristic of the crowded executive car class, which is now considered an early variant of a four-door coupé.

Design

Exterior styling

The J30 was designed at Nissan Design International (NDI) in La Jolla, California under the direction of president Jerry Hirshberg and exterior designer Doug Wilson in 1988-1989. Hirshberg said it was "the first car in what we see as a trend toward breaking away from the long tyranny of the wedge". Design work was frozen in 1989. In a promotional video produced in 1994, it was referred to as a "personal luxury sedan" as attempt to define it as a four-door coupé. The rounded styling resembles the contemporary Nissan Altima/Bluebird U13, also styled at NDI at approximately the same time..

Paul Dean, in a review for the Los Angeles Times, likened the J30 to "a 1961 Jaguar Mark X that melted", adding the "styling magic ... has softened the bulk of a sedan into the visual delicacy of a coupe". Bob Sikorsky drew a parallel to the 1947 Studebaker Champion and was positive about his driving impression, calling the J30 "one of the best-engineered cars in the world today ... a paragon of smoothness and silence with a remarkable balance between cornering ability and straight-ahead highway cruising". At the launch event, held at the Waldorf-Astoria hotel, Hirshberg presented the design theme as "a bold, calligraphic sketch of a line and an egg" and noted it was an attempt to grant "instant heritage" to the nascent Infiniti brand. In a retrospective, Mickey Kaus derided the design as "a pretentious fashion statement" with a "massively round, sagging rear end" that was based "on the bottom of a toilet bowl".

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Common Infiniti J30 problems

The Infiniti J30, produced from 1993 to 1997, is known for its smooth engine and trans, sturdy handling, and high-quality materials. However, some common problems have been reported by owners.

One issue is related to the car's electrical system. The auto door locks and dash lights may malfunction occasionally, and the factory stereo might go out. Additionally, a quirky dash light switch and the need to replace a relay in the headlights have been reported.

Another problem area is the car's handling and traction. The rear end can break loose on aggressive cornering, and the car isn't worth much in snowy conditions, with sandbags in the trunk being recommended for winter driving.

The sunroof is also a problematic area, with some owners reporting failures.

Lastly, the engine and trans are generally smooth and powerful, but there have been reports of problems with the water pump, plugs, brakes, and struts, which can be costly to repair.

It's worth noting that these issues are not universal and that many owners have reported excellent reliability and build quality from their J30s. However, these common problems should be taken into consideration when purchasing or maintaining an Infiniti J30.

Infiniti J30

Is Infiniti J30 reliable?

Very reliable with lots of performance

Rating breakdown (out of 5): Comfort 5.0. Interior 4.0.

How many Infiniti J30 were made?

Over its lifetime, approximately 70,000 were sold in the United States (more than 20,000 per year for 1993 and 1994; 17,899 in 1995; 7,564 in 1996; and 4,594 in 1997) and less than 8,000 were sold in Japan. Production of the J30 ended on June 18, 1997, replaced by the Infiniti I30 (introduced in 1996).

How much is a 1995 J30 Infiniti?

Used 1995 INFINITI J Pricing

Original MSRPKBB Fair Purchase Price (nat'l average)
J30 Sedan 4D$39,000$1,855

What is the life expectancy of INFINITI?

200,000 miles

So, how long do INFINITI vehicles last? Most INFINITI models can typically last up to 200,000 miles. The lifespan you can expect from an INFINITI car or SUV depends on: The specific model purchased.

Percentage distribution of complaints by Infiniti J30 years

We have researched Infiniti problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Infiniti J30 cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Infiniti J30 model years:

Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Infiniti J30 model years.

Distribution of the number of complaints by Infiniti J30 years

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Infiniti J30 car problems categorized by type of issue

After analysing all complaints related to Infiniti J30 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:

  • Air bags problems
  • Vehicle speed control problems
  • Electrical system problems
  • Power train problems
  • Visibility problems

The graph below shows statistics for all Infiniti J30 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by J30 model years

A total of 18 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.

Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by J30 model years

There were a total of 3 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.

Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by J30 model years

There were a total of 23 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.

The NHTSA has received 98 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Infiniti J30 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Infiniti J30 vehicles.

Latest 25 complaints

Infiniti J30 2006
  • Date Of Incident: 2015-09-09
  • Date Complaint: 2015-10-26
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: AIR BAG LIGHT ON (BLINKING) SET OFF HORN CONTINUED BLOWING -- DRIVERS IN STEERING WHEEL AIR BAG --- AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT BAG --- RECALLS???? WHAT AFTERMARKET RECALLS ARE LISTED THAT FIT THAT J30 REPLACEMENT -- ANY THAT ARE IN THE REPLACEMENT MARKET.
Infiniti J30 1995
  • Date Of Incident: 2011-04-06
  • Date Complaint: 2015-05-01
  • VIN: JNKAY21D0SM
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: 2 VEHICLES INVOLVED WITH FUTURA BRAND TIRES BOUGHT @ PEP BOYS STORE# 165 WITH MULTIPLE INCIDENT DATES. ON 4/28/2006 BOUGHT 8 TIRES FOR 2 AUTOS, 2001 VW JETTA - P205/65R15 FUTURA TOURING HR & 1995 INFINITI J30T - P215/60R15 FUTURA PLUS TOURING HR. WHILE HWY DRIVING ONE DAY IN J30, VEHICLE SUDDENLY VIOLENTLY BECAME UNMANAGEABLE, VIBRATING, PULLING, DIFFICULT TO STEER. PULLED OFF THE ROAD TO SEE THAT 2 FRONT TIRES AND ONE BACK HAD TERRIBLY DEFORMED-BELTS DELAMINATED AND BULGING IN VARIOUS PLACES. HAD TO HAVE CAR TOWED TO PEP BOYS STORE # 165. 4/6/2001 PEP BOYS REMOVED DEFECTIVE TIRES AND I HAD LITTLE CHOICE BUT TO PUT BACK SAME BRAND & SIZE TIRES & HAD TO PAY FOR TIRES, INSTALLATION, HANDLING & BALANCE, TOTAL $159.84. 3/7/2012 SIMILAR INCIDENT WHILE HWY DRIVING VW JETTA 2 TIRES DEFORMED. THIS TIME I REFUSED PEP SOLUTION AND BOUGHT 4 NEW TIRES @ TIRE KINGDOM FOR $342.09 3/17/2015 DRIVING I-95 NORTH FOR MY DAD'S FUNERAL IN J30 REAR TIRE DEFORMED. FOUND PEP STORE #1641 TITUSVILLE FLA. HOURS LATER REPLACED WITH NEW DEFINITY HP100 TIRE, PAID $41.26. 4/24/2015 DRIVING I-95 BACK HOME TO DEERFIELD AT W. PALM BCH, THE OTHER REAR TIRE DEFORMED, SLOWLY MADE IT HOME HRS LATER. BAD TIRE STILL ON CAR. ALL TIRE PROBLEMS WERE DEFECTIVE NATURE AND NOT FROM ROAD HAZARD. CAR IS NOT DRIVE-ABLE SO FILED CASE # 375135 W/PEP BOYS STORE #165 WANTS TO AGAIN CHANGE ALL TIRES FOR SIMILAR WITH ADDITIONAL COST TO ME AGAIN. I DECLINED AND ESCALATED ISSUE TO UPPER MGMT. BEEN 1 WEEK NOW BUT NO RESPONSE YET AFTER 5-6 PHONE CALLS TO MGMT. J30 NOW HAS 1 BAD TIRE, 1 REPLACED TIRE & 2 ORIGINAL TIRES AND NOT DRIVE-ABLE. *TR
Infiniti J30 1997
  • Date Of Incident: 2010-03-12
  • Date Complaint: 2010-03-12
  • VIN: JNKAY21D3VM
  • Components: STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
  • Summary: THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR STOPPED WORKING , A MONTH LATER THE REAR DRIVERS DOOR STOPPED WORKING, 2 WEEKS LATER THE DRIVERS DOOR STOPPED WORKING ON MY 1997 INFINITI J30 (WHICH I PURCHASED NEW, ONLY 107,000 MILES ON IT).NOW THE ONLY DOOR THAT WORKS IS THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR. THERE ARE NO BLOWN FUSES. IT SEEMS THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE ACTUATOR THAT ELECTRONICALLY OPENS AND CLOSES THE MECHANISM. IF THE OTHER DOOR FAILS , I WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ENTER OR EXIT THE VEHICLE. IF THIS SHOULD HAPPEN WHILE I AM DRIVING THE VEHICLE, IT COULD BE LIFE THREATENING. *TR
Infiniti J30 1994
  • Date Of Incident: 2009-06-09
  • Date Complaint: 2009-06-12
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: GOODYEAR MODEL GT-1 ON 1994 INFINITY RIGHT REAR TREAD COMPLETELY SEPARATED FROM TIRE IN ONE PIECE. *TR
Infiniti J30 1995
  • Date Of Incident: 2009-01-16
  • Date Complaint: 2009-01-19
  • VIN: JNKAY21D8SM
  • Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
  • Summary: DRIVER DOOR WON'T OPEN WHEN INLOCKED. *TR
Infiniti J30 1996
  • Date Of Incident: 2005-06-17
  • Date Complaint: 2005-08-19
  • Fire: 1
  • VIN: JNKAY21D8SM
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: DT: CONTACT STATED VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH. THE TOW COMPANY AND THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TOLD CONTACT IT WAS AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. THE CAR BURNT COMPLETELY. SHE BOUGHT THE CAR FROM AN INDIVIDUAL , AND HASN'T TALKED TO THE MANUFACTURER. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE FIRE DEPT. WAS CALLED. THE FIRE STARTED IN THE REAR OF THE CAR WHERE THE GAS TANK WAS LOCATED.*AK *TT
Infiniti J30 1993
  • Date Of Incident: 2005-01-01
  • Date Complaint: 2005-01-04
  • Fire: 1
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: WHILE CAR WAS PARKED AND TURNED OFF, AN ELECTRICAL FIRE STARTED IN THE STEERING COLUMN/ WIRING AREA. THE COLUMN IS BURNED AND MELTED ONTO THE SEAT AND FLOOR, THE INTERIOR IS FIRE DAMAGED. FIRE AND POLICE SAW NO CAUSE AND ASSUME A SHORT OR DEFECT WAS CAUSE.*AK
Infiniti J30 1995
  • Date Of Incident: 2004-10-10
  • Date Complaint: 2004-10-13
  • VIN: JNKAY21D1SM
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY
  • Summary: CONTINOUS PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SUN ROOF AND POWER WINDOWS. HEADLAMP RELAY WAS FIXED IN 10/2002 AND HAS ALREADY MALFUNCTIONED.*AK
Infiniti J30 1997
  • Date Of Incident: 2004-09-14
  • Date Complaint: 2004-09-16
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: NOT AVAILAB
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND NONE OF THE SIX AIR BAGS DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT. THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED BRUISING AND LOWER BACK PAIN. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB
Infiniti J30 1995
  • Date Of Incident: 2003-01-02
  • Date Complaint: 2004-09-04
  • VIN: JNKAY21D5SM
  • Components: SEATS
  • Summary: WHEN TURNING THE VEHICLE TO THE RIGHT AFTER THE ENGINE IS WARM, THE DRIVER'S SEAT AUTOMATICALLY RECLINES. THIS COULD CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER DOES NOT KNOW THE CAUSE BUT BELIEVES A SWITCH IS WORN OR FAULTY. *AK
Infiniti J30 1995
  • Date Of Incident: 2004-05-25
  • Date Complaint: 2004-06-17
  • Components: POWER TRAIN,VISIBILITY
  • Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND TURNING CORNERS VEHICLE FELT LIKE IT WOULD FLIP OVER. A MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE HEATER CORE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, CONSUMER WAS HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPING. *AK
Infiniti J30 1994
  • Date Of Incident: 2003-05-15
  • Date Complaint: 2004-01-15
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • Crash: 1
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: I WAS THE PASSENGER SO I DON'T HAVE THE VIN NUMBER. WE WERE IN A MINOR COLLISION, AND THE AIR BAGS WERE ACTIVATED. MY AIR BAG FELT LIKE IT LITERALLY PUNCHED ME IN THE FACE. I GOT TREATED AT THE SCENE WHERE AN EMT POURED ABOUT TWO BOTTLES OF SALINE SOLUTION IN MY RIGHT EYE BECAUSE IT WAS STINGING SEVERELY AND I COULDN'T KEEP IT OPEN. I HAD EXTREMELY BLURRY VISION IN MY RIGHT EYE AND COULDN'T EVEN MAKE OUT LARGE SPEED LIMIT SIGNS CLOSE UP. THE AREA AROUND MY EYE WAS BRUISED AND MY OPTOMETRIST SAID THAT I HAD BRUISED THE FOCUSING MUSCLES IN MY EYE AND TO RETURN IMMEDIATELY IF I HAD FURTHER PROBLEMS THAT COULD INDICATE A TORN RETINA. I HAVE JUST RECENTLY HEARD ABOUT THE PROBLEMS WITH THE EARLY ALTIMA AIR BAGS (94-95'S) AND THE OWNER OF THE INFINITI INFORMED ME THAT THE SAME AIR BAG SYSTEM WAS USED IN HIS CAR, A 1994 INFINITI.
Infiniti J30 1994
  • Date Of Incident: 2003-10-26
  • Date Complaint: 2003-10-27
  • Number Of Injuries: 1
  • VIN: JNKAY21D4RM
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG UNEXPECTEDLY DEPLOYED. I WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR UNDER CONTROL AND SAFELY PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I SUSTAINED SCRAPES AND BRUISES ON MY LEFT FOREARM. OTHER PASSENGERS (1 ADULT IN THE PASSENGER SEAT AND A CHILD IN A CHILD SEAT IN THE BACK SEAT WERE UNINJURED). SEVERAL MONTHS PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT HAD PERMANENTLY ILLUMINATED. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE, AT WHICH TIME THE MECHANIC ADVISED THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM IN THE DEPLOYMENT SYSTEM AND THAT, IF NOT FIXED, THE AIRBAGS WOULD NOT DEPLOY EVEN IN AN ACCIDENT. DUE TO THE COST OF THE REPAIR, IT WAS DECIDED NOT TO REPAIR THE AIR BAG SYSTEM AT THE TIME. *AK
Infiniti J30 1997
  • Date Of Incident: 2003-10-01
  • Date Complaint: 2003-10-06
  • VIN: PLEASE PROV
  • Components: CHILD SEAT
  • Summary: THE PLASTIC HARNESS RETAINER LATCH FOR THE CHILD SAFETY SEAT BROKE OFF WHILE THE CHILD WAS IN THE SEAT. MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE PROBLEM AND WANTED TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM, BUT THE CONSUMER DID NOT TRUST THIS PARTICULAR SEAT ANYMORE. *AK
Infiniti J30 1997
  • Date Of Incident: 2003-08-11
  • Date Complaint: 2003-09-26
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN OUT OF A BUSINESS ONTO HIGHWAY 59 SOUTH , INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. IT WAS RAINING, I HAD TURNED ON MY TURN SIGNAL AND I WAS TURNING ON MY WIPERS, AS I TURNED MY MY WINDSHEILD WIPER THE KNOB CAUGHT INSIDE MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKING ME FROM TURNING. I HAD ONCOMING TRAFFIC COMING AT ME SO I YANKED REAL HARD AND BROKE THE WIPER KNOB.I DO NOT KNOW HOW THAT COULD HAVE HAPPENED. I WOULD LIKE TO KOW IF ANYONE ELSE HAS HAD THAT TYPE OF PROBLEM. IF THE KNOB HAD NOT BROKEN, I WOULD HAVE BEEN BROAD SIDED BY TWO LANES OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC. TALK ABOUT WEAK KNEES...I HAVE NOT REAPIRED YET, AFRAID IT MAY HAPPEN AGAIN.

Recalls Infiniti J30

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the Infiniti J30.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.

  • Model: Infiniti J30 1993
  • Report Received Date: 1996-05-09
  • Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  • Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
  • Summary: A HARNESS CONNECTOR PROTECTOR LOCATED NEAR THE SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER CAN IGNITE DUE TO THE PROXIMITY TO THE COMBUSTION GAS GENERATED BY THE PRE-TENSIONER WHEN THE DEVICE IS TRIGGERED.
  • Consequence: A FIRE CAN OCCUR IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF THESE VEHICLES.
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HARNESS CONNECTOR PROTECTORS WITH ONES HAVING SUFFICIENT RESISTANCE TO THE COMBUSTION GAS OF THE PRE-TENSIONERS WHEN ACTIVATED.
  • Model: Infiniti J30 1994
  • Report Received Date: 1996-05-09
  • Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  • Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
  • Summary: A HARNESS CONNECTOR PROTECTOR LOCATED NEAR THE SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER CAN IGNITE DUE TO THE PROXIMITY TO THE COMBUSTION GAS GENERATED BY THE PRE-TENSIONER WHEN THE DEVICE IS TRIGGERED.
  • Consequence: A FIRE CAN OCCUR IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF THESE VEHICLES.
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HARNESS CONNECTOR PROTECTORS WITH ONES HAVING SUFFICIENT RESISTANCE TO THE COMBUSTION GAS OF THE PRE-TENSIONERS WHEN ACTIVATED.
  • Model: Infiniti J30 1995
  • Report Received Date: 1996-05-09
  • Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  • Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
  • Summary: A HARNESS CONNECTOR PROTECTOR LOCATED NEAR THE SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER CAN IGNITE DUE TO THE PROXIMITY TO THE COMBUSTION GAS GENERATED BY THE PRE-TENSIONER WHEN THE DEVICE IS TRIGGERED.
  • Consequence: A FIRE CAN OCCUR IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT OF THESE VEHICLES.
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HARNESS CONNECTOR PROTECTORS WITH ONES HAVING SUFFICIENT RESISTANCE TO THE COMBUSTION GAS OF THE PRE-TENSIONERS WHEN ACTIVATED.

Latest negative Infiniti J30 car reviews

  1. Ezekiel Mills 2024-11-11

    Vehicle year: 1993

    The transmission of the car I purchased started having issues at 72K miles, despite the seller's assurance that it was in good condition. I made the mistake of taking it to AAMCO for repairs, enticed by their lifetime warranty, but it ran poorly afterwards. Additionally, I encountered some issues with AAMCO's pricing, as they quoted $1500 initially but charged $2500 after the repair was completed. Unfortunately, the transmission failed again on the first day I got it back, after two weeks. The second repair, which took another two weeks, only lasted a year. I also experienced an AC leak that neither AAMCO nor Nissan could locate, despite the latter's exhaustive search.

  2. Alexzander Goodwin 2024-11-07

    Vehicle year: 1996

    Since my purchase, I have experienced some issues with the car's electrical system. However, I am confident in the car's overall performance and enjoy driving it. I am currently addressing the brake light and window issues, and I am working to improve the car's fuel efficiency. Overall, I am satisfied with my purchase and look forward to resolving these minor issues.

  3. Oren Grant 2024-10-26

    Vehicle year: 1997

    I bought my J30 with 98000 miles on it. The black paint on this car is superb and the leather seats are in like-new condition. This was the first car that I've owned with rear-wheel drive and I must say, I will never buy a front-wheel drive vehicle again. While replacing parts can be a little expensive, if you have any mechanical skill, the repairs can easily be done yourself. Unless it's a major problem, I would recommend avoiding taking this car to the dealer for repairs.

  4. Freeman Harris 2024-10-09

    Vehicle year: 1994

    I recently purchased a car from an elderly couple with only 80k miles on it, with the intention of giving it to my son for school. However, I soon realized that the car was too powerful for a 19-year-old to handle, so I decided to drive it myself. It turned out to be a wise decision, as the car has had several issues with the steering, transmission, radio, sunroof motor, airbag light, and it was designed for someone shorter than 5'10

  5. Bernardo Kihn 2024-10-09

    Vehicle year: 1994

    I hope you're doing well! I noticed that you've owned your Infiniti for three years now. It sounds like you've had some mixed experiences with it. While you find it fun to drive and appreciate the excellent performance, you've also found it to be unreliable. Additionally, you've noticed that the cabin is well isolated from the outside, but road and engine noise are very noticeable. You've also found the seats to be poorly shaped and too hard, which can make long trips unpleasant. Headroom is barely adequate, and foot room is mediocre, especially on the passenger side. On the bright side, the auto-temp climate control system works well, and the Bose sound system is top-notch. Overall, it sounds like you've had some ups and downs with your Infiniti, but I appreciate you sharing your thoughts with me!

Latest positive Infiniti J30 car reviews

  1. Monroe Corkery 2024-11-29

    Vehicle year: 1997

    Bought with 48K miles, it has been a wonderful driving experience. I have had no maintenance issues besides regular service and oil changes. The acceleration is good, the seating is comfortable, and it feels like a luxury car for a very reasonable price. I will definitely buy another Infiniti in the future!

  2. Mark Orn 2024-11-24

    Vehicle year: 1995

    I have to admit, I never really had a liking for Datsuns, and if you had told me that I would end up buying one with a timing belt, I would have never believed it. However, this car has completely changed my mind. Despite having 150K miles on it, everything is still tight, quiet, and there are no leaks or squeaks. The body is curvy and timeless, and it always starts right up. The 4-speed automatic transmission shifts right where it should, making it quick and quiet, while still getting an impressive 23mpg. I plan on keeping this car for at least 5 years!

  3. Robb Blick 2024-11-24

    Vehicle year: 1997

    I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share my experience with my car. I bought it used back in 2002 and it's been great! I haven't had any major problems with it and it's been very reliable. The luxury drive is so smooth and the engine is still going strong. In fact, it just passed emissions with flying colors even though it has 181,000 miles on it. I hope this helps!

  4. Elijah Rogahn 2024-11-16

    Vehicle year: 1993

    This car is truly exceptional, especially if purchased used. You can ride in comfort and confidence while enjoying the high-quality Bose sound system. Even after ten years, this car is still in style and people often ask me what year model it is. When I tell them it's a 1993, they are surprised and impressed by the quality build of the vehicle. I am very satisfied with my purchase.

  5. Claud Deckow 2024-11-15

    Vehicle year: 1995

    You made a great choice with your 1995 J30 (16'rims)! It's a reliable and enjoyable semi-luxurious rear wheel drive sedan. If you can find one with low miles, you'll be able to enjoy it for years to come. While it's not perfect (which is why they made the new G35), it's still a fun car to drive. The BOSE system is also a great feature. After all these years, the car still feels solid and dependable. Overall, it's a great choice!

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