I love my '05 sedan, I have it in the same color garnet fire. I have had it for 15 years now. Seeing this as retro is mind blowing, I remember seeing the first face lifted version and knew I wanted a sedan.
Pls could you throw light on the oil burning on the 2005, I am planning to get 2005 but I want to get 2003 instead just because of the oil consumption , how much oil does it burns pls?
@@henryike7512 It was a non-issue for me. My buddy had a 2004 G35 sedan and he didn’t have issues either. Another friend had a 350Z and while you could sometimes get a hint of an oil smell it’s not like he had to carry a case of oil around with him. As long as the car hasn’t been flogged to death to the point where the piston rings don’t seal. Honestly, the oil burn issue on a stock or mostly stock G35/350Z is pretty benign.
@@quick2mack74 So EVERYBODY says... but with the right exhaust set up I like the 3.5 3.7 sound. Carrera Gt/ LFA/ VR6/ Flat plane V8s ect. make some of the best music you can listen to imo just to reference my taste but I think the right set up VQ isnt as horrible (ie🤮) as some say. 🤷♂️
The 2003 equivalent of the Genesis G70 today. Sedate styling and well-riding, but quite playful when you want it to be. The modern-day successor Q50 is rather underwhelming, especially when stacked against its G70, Alfa Romeo Giulia and BMW 3-series competitors.
When I was 15, back in 2004, my mom leased a 2005 White G35X Sedan. I ended up falling in love with that car. It was the first car I ever drove, got my learners permit and drove the G35 as much as I could. I took my driver's test in that car. Once I had my license I would sneak out at night in my moms infiniti when she was out. Fast forward 12 years, my Mom had a 2010 G37x Coupe, she sold it to me for 6grand with 108k miles. It feels amazing driving my dream car everyday. I love Infinits, I hope my next car is a Q50 Redsport.
@@spletest8977 I remember one weekend she was out of town, I drove it 1200 miles in one weekend. She freaked out, she was leasing it, I had driven it all over the east coast that weekend. Went to NYC, then Boston and back down to Baltimore and then I drove out to Pittsburgh 🤣
I had a 1999 G20. I took it in for service and got one of these as a loaner when they first came out. Talk about a different car! They couldn't be compared.
These cars are absolute tanks. We've owned 2, the first one got t-boned by a Chevy Silverado at 55mph and there was no intrusion into the cabin. Besides the plastic on the B pillar popping out and the airbags deployed, just from looking around the interior you'd have no idea the whole passenger side of the car was completely destroyed. Still have the 2nd one, but if you're looking to buy one, fair warning, look at the maintenance records - just about the whole suspension system needs to be replaced every 100k miles. So if someone is selling one between 90-110k or 190-210k miles they might be avoiding doing these repairs.
My brother owned a 2004 Infiniti g35. They were incredible sport sedans and very responsive engine. The annoying thing about the G35 is the poor fit and finish. The interior materials were cheap plastics.
I'm surprised that MotorWeek would consider the Lexus ES as a competition to the G35, when the IS300 existed at the time. The Lexus ES was clearly midsized, and wasn't meant to be a sports car. The Lexus ES would have competed with the I30/I35, and the later M35 and M37.
I see these quite often and never understood the rear headrests. Random I know but they look so cushy and comfortable for what is a midsize luxury sedan, something to be driven not driven in
Had a taste of this in Las Vegas when I got my ‘96 G20 serviced there. Was a treat having a luxury sedan for a loaner. Was disappointing to be back in my old car after driving this for a few days. I wonder if there’s an Apple Car Play conversion kit for this model now?
Peak torque arriving at "only" 4800 rpm does not sound like a very flat powerband to me? Still, terrific-sounding and excellent performance back in the day.
The growl of the engine really speaks out in this recording. Unusual for a Motor Week video
YEAH I NOTICED THAT... CRAZY!!!
I am one of the _FEW_ who LOVE the sound of the VQ 3.5 & 3.7 ( 350Z 370Z G35 G37 Maxima Altima ect... ) It just sounds sexy
I love my '05 sedan, I have it in the same color garnet fire. I have had it for 15 years now. Seeing this as retro is mind blowing, I remember seeing the first face lifted version and knew I wanted a sedan.
I miss mine! Garnet fire 06x sedan on my channel
These were a great car. Good reliability. Engine is a tank when properly serviced
It genuinely alarms me that this is now “retro” omg
I feel you on that one!
I just bought this as a drift car, it's been amazing
20 years ago it caused a splash but they never built upon its success
Just bought a ‘04 sedan, had to rebuild the whole front suspension. Amazing car.
Had an 05, 07 and currently have 13 Sedan 6MT. RWD, manual and sedan is my favorite combo.
It’s sad that there are only three cars like that left for the US market (BMW M3 and Cadillac Blackwings)
Great combo, indeed. I had a 2006 sedan 6MT and regret selling it.
Pls could you throw light on the oil burning on the 2005, I am planning to get 2005 but I want to get 2003 instead just because of the oil consumption , how much oil does it burns pls?
@@henryike7512 It was a non-issue for me. My buddy had a 2004 G35 sedan and he didn’t have issues either. Another friend had a 350Z and while you could sometimes get a hint of an oil smell it’s not like he had to carry a case of oil around with him. As long as the car hasn’t been flogged to death to the point where the piston rings don’t seal. Honestly, the oil burn issue on a stock or mostly stock G35/350Z is pretty benign.
I am one of the _FEW_ who LOVE the sound of the VQ 3.5 & 3.7 ( 350Z 370Z G35 G37 Maxima Altima ect... ) It just sounds sexy
Yeah you’re definitely one of the few lmao. That motor sounds like shit 🤮.
@@quick2mack74 So EVERYBODY says...
but with the right exhaust set up I like the 3.5 3.7 sound. Carrera Gt/ LFA/ VR6/ Flat plane V8s ect. make some of the best music you can listen to imo just to reference my taste but I think the right set up VQ isnt as horrible (ie🤮) as some say. 🤷♂️
Nah bro, there are lots of us that love the sound of the VQ. My favorite sounding V6 tbh.
I just recently picked up a 2004 G35 with the Aero Nismo Kit, Just fell in love with these cars after the first ever I got witch was a 03.
Had a 02 maxima 04 g35x 06 g35x now in a 13 g37 rwd gotta love those VQ’s
The 2003 equivalent of the Genesis G70 today. Sedate styling and well-riding, but quite playful when you want it to be. The modern-day successor Q50 is rather underwhelming, especially when stacked against its G70, Alfa Romeo Giulia and BMW 3-series competitors.
i love my car 2005 280hp 272tq Best deal Ever
Still a very good car today... Sky's the limit for mods and maintenance too.
My favorite G sedan Generation 05-06 can't be beat.
The best years for the first generation!
How many of you guys were dreaming to own one of these when we were younger watching this video? Love my 05 6mt
When I was 15, back in 2004, my mom leased a 2005 White G35X Sedan. I ended up falling in love with that car. It was the first car I ever drove, got my learners permit and drove the G35 as much as I could. I took my driver's test in that car. Once I had my license I would sneak out at night in my moms infiniti when she was out. Fast forward 12 years, my Mom had a 2010 G37x Coupe, she sold it to me for 6grand with 108k miles. It feels amazing driving my dream car everyday. I love Infinits, I hope my next car is a Q50 Redsport.
Yep I wanted one pretty bad. My mom ended up buying a used 06 and I'd sneak out with it from time to time to joyride. Now I have my own :)
@@spletest8977 I remember one weekend she was out of town, I drove it 1200 miles in one weekend. She freaked out, she was leasing it, I had driven it all over the east coast that weekend. Went to NYC, then Boston and back down to Baltimore and then I drove out to Pittsburgh 🤣
@@dylanmartin3164 Damn did u ever get out of the thing...a lot of driving in 48hrs lol
@@averyparticularsetofskills no, I didnt.. I drove on average 100 mph. Didn't stop for tolls andRan from state troopers twice
I had a 1999 G20. I took it in for service and got one of these as a loaner when they first came out. Talk about a different car! They couldn't be compared.
truly my favorite car ever
Step dad had one, good car, handled decent for the day.
These cars are absolute tanks. We've owned 2, the first one got t-boned by a Chevy Silverado at 55mph and there was no intrusion into the cabin. Besides the plastic on the B pillar popping out and the airbags deployed, just from looking around the interior you'd have no idea the whole passenger side of the car was completely destroyed. Still have the 2nd one, but if you're looking to buy one, fair warning, look at the maintenance records - just about the whole suspension system needs to be replaced every 100k miles. So if someone is selling one between 90-110k or 190-210k miles they might be avoiding doing these repairs.
They need another revival plan asap
My brother owned a 2004 Infiniti g35. They were incredible sport sedans and very responsive engine.
The annoying thing about the G35 is the poor fit and finish. The interior materials were cheap plastics.
The 05 and 06 fix the cheap plastic with it interior redesign
But can agree the 03 and 04 center console Is so ugly and the shifter look like it comes from a 1999 car
I'm surprised that MotorWeek would consider the Lexus ES as a competition to the G35, when the IS300 existed at the time. The Lexus ES was clearly midsized, and wasn't meant to be a sports car. The Lexus ES would have competed with the I30/I35, and the later M35 and M37.
I see these quite often and never understood the rear headrests. Random I know but they look so cushy and comfortable for what is a midsize luxury sedan, something to be driven not driven in
The rear seats recline too. Not often you see that in any kind of sedan.
this car went from a direct rival to the BMW 3 to near irrelevance just like the Q70
Got my G on nitrous 20years later.
Had a taste of this in Las Vegas when I got my ‘96 G20 serviced there. Was a treat having a luxury sedan for a loaner. Was disappointing to be back in my old car after driving this for a few days.
I wonder if there’s an Apple Car Play conversion kit for this model now?
Peak torque arriving at "only" 4800 rpm does not sound like a very flat powerband to me? Still, terrific-sounding and excellent performance back in the day.
My coworker had one of these but it was white
Enthralling story Ryan, thx for sharing bud. 👍🏼
@@chrisdooley1184 Riveting reply Chris, thx for taking time out of your existence to let me know pal. 👍
@@RyanEmeryLovesCars I guess we’re two peas in a pod huh 🤣? But on a serious note Ryan, happy new year
Посое проблем с электрикой меня занесло на ней в бордюр😂
I did not like the look of the sedans, till the refresh they did that carried over to the G37. The coupe looks so much better looks🤌.
Only the black 03-06 sedans aged the best.
@Jay Dee I own a silver 04 G35x. I believe the official name is desert sand or something? Looks much better than black.
@@luisdiaz1980 u tripping bad to think thats better look on g35 than diamond graphite metalic
@@trippyx1385 desert platinum it's called on mine. Looks sick.
Bose head unit was made by clarion
Infinity 8, infinity is❤,
Multi-link front suspension? Yikes!
Is that seal lol
Bought my March 2003 sedan last Christmas and so far I love it.