Close to 600 VR30s tuned with (so far) zero tuning related failures, less than 5 turbo failures, and less than 10 engine failures total. I have a private group chat and talk to all of my customers daily. Providing proper care, education on care and the cars themselves, and making sure customers realize these aren't race cars that can be beat on 24/7 really goes a long way in keeping them together.
Literally searching in the internet for this response. Can it be a good daily, light bolt ons and a tune and not blow up? Now I know who I’m going to for a tune if I buy one. Used for $15-20k they seem like a a great deal now and I need something 350-400+ whp.
2017 q50rs been tuned for three years. I got the car tuned at 21k miles. I’m up to 72k; never has the car thrown a belt or check engine light, and I make 472whp
Great video. I’m getting back into the tuning scene after a decade break. Got married, had kids, etc. I picked up a used 2018 Q50 3.0t Premium with 38k miles in very clean condition, and I’m looking at reaching 400rwhp. Just a fun and decently reliable “sport dad car”. Your honesty about the potential problems, and your viewpoint with no BS approach is great. A lot has changed in the tuning scene, and I’m having to relearn a decent amount. Keep up the great vids!
I personally do believe it comes down to driver habits. If you beat on it and then just turn it off, that's bad. High oil pressure and then you just the car off, that oil sits in the turbo and burns. You did hit the nail on the head, turbo cars are faster but turbos are just another component that fails over time. NA cars just take abuse better, because so long as the motor is solid, the power is there. NA cars are never really doing anything more than increasing ignition timing, increasing fuel pulse width, etc. You're also dead on with the B58 and RS3, AMG, etc, those cars cost like 70k, 80k, 90k, 100k for a reason. They put into engineering for performance more than Infiniti does. You CAN modify ANY car to be reliable at 1000 whp but inevitably you either break something or end up paying just as much. I come from Subarus to VQs, the WRX and STi are basically in the same boat as you guys. Short of paying 15k for a billet block and going 20, 30, 40k in a subaru build, you're never hitting 900 whp reliably. It just don't work that way. You VR30 guys are a little closer than Subies are but its a lofty goal. Imo Take your downpipe, heat exchanger, exhaust, tune and just be happy at your 400-475 whp Thats more than an F80 M3 or 392 makes.
Thanks for the info Boost. I just got a 2018 q50 luxe and already having coolant lost issues with 69k miles. I’m returning it for a 2018 q50 red sport. Hopefully all goes well 🤞🏼
Love my 21 Infiniti q50 awd redsport. Just hit 10k miles. Build so far is heat exchanger, fender coolant expansion, dry drop in filters, 3” CBE, 3” FDP, front & rear sway bar, oil catch can and racebox tune. Looking to go E30 with vrx70 turbos as my complete build. Car is being babied at the moment coz it’s 110 degrees where I’m at and I don’t daily drive this car. As long as you keep up with maintenance and don’t beat on it, it will last a long time.
@@m.a.4446 the Heat exchanger install was pretty straight forward, as long as you have the hose clamps and bleed your system correctly or if you purchase a airlift. I had to do both coz the fender expansion tank was lower than my reservoir so I had to use the air lift and bleed it.
If I had a choice I would say yes only if you get extended warranty. When I bough my Q50 2014 at 40k miles back in 2020 the coolant system had to be fixed in month in. No mods added at that time. It was covered though extended warranty but the price for any of the small problems is actually not costly. Why because the parts share with other same cars. Would I buy it again, actually yes. It’s smooth handling, and ultra soft seating. Only draw back is that if your over 6 foot tall you will not have space for ppl in the back seats.
I just bought a blue redsport for 17 and some change here in TX and I love it. stock I smoked a 5.0 6spd with intake and exhaust from a roll and a dig so the RS isn't bad for what it is
2018 Q50 Sport 60K no issues. AMS tuned since 20K. And I use 0W-20 which I will continue to use, all them guys in the group saying 5w-30 or 5w-40. Na I’m good with my 0w-20😎
I use nothing but Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 0W20 in my 2018 Q50 Red Sport. Quicker the oil get to the turbos, the better. I however, had the dreaded porous block at 82000km. Had an engine block replacement and 2 new turbos, under warranty.
🤦🏽♂️ the turbos heat up wayyy too much which causes the low viscosity 0w-20 oil to thin and lose its lubricating properties. Your motor will not last as long as it should because you are cheaping out. And especially with ams, they turn up the boost to 21-23 psi which causes too much heat and back pressure. Your q will suffer because of your negligence.
@DanielSmith-ks2zv Definitely not because of the oil choice. It's running good now, but I have doubts on keeping the car. I'd hate to have this happen again and have to pay out of pocket.
21 Q50 luxe I got it with 19k miles on it I use 5w30 full synthetic oil because of the extremely hot weather here in Houston and had no issues with my car it now has 38k miles on it and still drives like a champ but I do have a daily which I'm working on now otherwise no issues with my Vr30 I love and going to build it and keep it
Great video!! Looking to buy a 2019 red sport with 55k miles which is what brought me here. I’m not a big fan of buying cars to mod so going to keep it stock and hopefully lasts me a long time
I just bought a 2016 3.0t with 84,000 miles. The car fax was valid the owners took great care of the car and I think that’s what it’s come down to. If you maintain your car you should be fine. Of course things go out with time but that’s any car. I love my car I don’t think any other car would give me that experience at the price. Luxury and performance is great
I have 2018 sport 3.0T with 97k miles turbos we’re replaced at 45k miles but everything else is the same motor trans.. I’m tuned but I change oil every 3k miles and have oil catch can
I have a 2021 Q50 Pure with 23,000 miles with no issues other than the bumper after hitting a dresser on the freeway.. But my temporary bumper is a 2016 Sport bumper.
2017 q50 no problems 87000 miles. Belt, turbos and everything in order. Just change the oil and don’t beat on it. Wheel bearing just started making noise.
16 75k. Motor and turbos replaced 60k. Porous block, bad turbo bearings. Somehow cracked crankshaft pully(when i bought at 30k). Jb4 +5 93 octane. Ldps, muffler delete. All maintenance done at local infinity religiously to keep their lifetime powerterrain deal. New block burning coolant
2022 Q50 RS400/AWD- 20K Miles.. Bought new! Heat Exchanger/Coolant expansion LDP CBE Coils Oil Catch Can JB4 Fr/Rr Sways Drop In filters Continental Extreme Contact DWS-06 Plus 255/40/19 - Stock/winter set up Continental Extreme Contact Sport 02 265/35/19 - Summer set up Currently debating a tune at the moment. Car has been great so far with no issues. I change the oil every 3K miles with AMSoil Signature Series 0-20W Syn.
keep up with oil changes every 5k intervals and after hard pushing let it idle for 10mins you should be fine im going the same route but only added heat exchanger
Wife wanted one because they're cheap. Told her the early cars had issues with turbos so no. Told her look for a 3.7. Could not find one with low miles so Acura TLX V6 it was 😅😅😅
My car is almost paid off .. it will be my race car gutted carbon seats and 4 inch single exhaust with slicks.. weekend beater.. it won’t be my daily anymore
@@ewwitsdavid97 if I remember correctly it’s still down and you had to replace a part? 💀it’s funny how all connected everyone in the q community beautiful thing regardless
See bro Thanks for your Honesty, I rather pay more get a 340i for reliability plus they are faster . I was close to buying a Q50 they are CHEAP af FOR A REASON THO 🚮
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Close to 600 VR30s tuned with (so far) zero tuning related failures, less than 5 turbo failures, and less than 10 engine failures total. I have a private group chat and talk to all of my customers daily. Providing proper care, education on care and the cars themselves, and making sure customers realize these aren't race cars that can be beat on 24/7 really goes a long way in keeping them together.
Exactly maintenance and customer care.
Literally searching in the internet for this response. Can it be a good daily, light bolt ons and a tune and not blow up? Now I know who I’m going to for a tune if I buy one. Used for $15-20k they seem like a a great deal now and I need something 350-400+ whp.
I’m at 197k 2017 Q50 Sport, original motor, belt, and turbos. I just change fluids and filters 👍🏾
What's your climate like? Impressive though!! Congrats
Damn! You be driving my Guy! 😂… I have a 2018 Q60 3.0t currently with 71K miles.
@@DV8N1 SoCal and Now I've relocated to Florida
@@timmyjamess Yes sir, My work commute was 150 miles a day
You how… HOW… I take care of my 2017 and shit went bad at 48k miles😵💫. I don’t beat on it. Also my seals went bad in driver side turbo
2017 q50rs been tuned for three years. I got the car tuned at 21k miles. I’m up to 72k; never has the car thrown a belt or check engine light, and I make 472whp
What weight oil do you always run? Also any fuel injector cleaner as well?
Nice would u recccomend
Still loving my 18 Q50. Heat exchanger, cat-back and Ecutek tune and I’m happy. 440WHP and don’t beat on it. Good vid Boost!!
ty not one of these bots skipping over hx
Any down pipe or intake ?
@@cacho7144no
Great video. I’m getting back into the tuning scene after a decade break. Got married, had kids, etc. I picked up a used 2018 Q50 3.0t Premium with 38k miles in very clean condition, and I’m looking at reaching 400rwhp. Just a fun and decently reliable “sport dad car”. Your honesty about the potential problems, and your viewpoint with no BS approach is great. A lot has changed in the tuning scene, and I’m having to relearn a decent amount. Keep up the great vids!
I personally do believe it comes down to driver habits.
If you beat on it and then just turn it off, that's bad. High oil pressure and then you just the car off, that oil sits in the turbo and burns.
You did hit the nail on the head, turbo cars are faster but turbos are just another component that fails over time. NA cars just take abuse better, because so long as the motor is solid, the power is there. NA cars are never really doing anything more than increasing ignition timing, increasing fuel pulse width, etc.
You're also dead on with the B58 and RS3, AMG, etc, those cars cost like 70k, 80k, 90k, 100k for a reason.
They put into engineering for performance more than Infiniti does. You CAN modify ANY car to be reliable at 1000 whp but inevitably you either break something or end up paying just as much.
I come from Subarus to VQs, the WRX and STi are basically in the same boat as you guys.
Short of paying 15k for a billet block and going 20, 30, 40k in a subaru build, you're never hitting 900 whp reliably. It just don't work that way.
You VR30 guys are a little closer than Subies are but its a lofty goal. Imo
Take your downpipe, heat exchanger, exhaust, tune and just be happy at your 400-475 whp
Thats more than an F80 M3 or 392 makes.
I actually read all of this 😭
@@johnfredericks8438same😂
Spoken like a true car guy
2018 Q60 Red Sport, no major issues 72k miles. appreciate the videos boost!
Thanks for the info Boost. I just got a 2018 q50 luxe and already having coolant lost issues with 69k miles. I’m returning it for a 2018 q50 red sport. Hopefully all goes well 🤞🏼
Lmfao these cars are shit man
Do you know what was causing that?
@@genohdoesit6728its poruos block, a decent amount of q50s needed a new engine due to a design defect causing coolant to get into oil
How are you able to return it?
Love my 21 Infiniti q50 awd redsport. Just hit 10k miles. Build so far is heat exchanger, fender coolant expansion, dry drop in filters, 3” CBE, 3” FDP, front & rear sway bar, oil catch can and racebox tune. Looking to go E30 with vrx70 turbos as my complete build. Car is being babied at the moment coz it’s 110 degrees where I’m at and I don’t daily drive this car. As long as you keep up with maintenance and don’t beat on it, it will last a long time.
I'm still looking for a shop to help me with some installs.
@@mac1bcfacts. The dealership wont even install my ams heat exchanger cuz they said it will void the warranty
@@mac1bc I performed all my installs except for the FDP, I needed a lift.
@@m.a.4446 the Heat exchanger install was pretty straight forward, as long as you have the hose clamps and bleed your system correctly or if you purchase a airlift. I had to do both coz the fender expansion tank was lower than my reservoir so I had to use the air lift and bleed it.
If I had a choice I would say yes only if you get extended warranty. When I bough my Q50 2014 at 40k miles back in 2020 the coolant system had to be fixed in month in. No mods added at that time.
It was covered though extended warranty but the price for any of the small problems is actually not costly. Why because the parts share with other same cars. Would I buy it again, actually yes. It’s smooth handling, and ultra soft seating. Only draw back is that if your over 6 foot tall you will not have space for ppl in the back seats.
2017 Q50. Had the "porous block" problem at 30K, new engines and new turbo paid by Infiniti
I just bought a blue redsport for 17 and some change here in TX and I love it. stock I smoked a 5.0 6spd with intake and exhaust from a roll and a dig so the RS isn't bad for what it is
5.0 boys left the chat 😂😂
Where did you buy it I’m currently looking for a q50
@Walt.s5 Houston tx
2018 Q50 Sport 60K no issues. AMS tuned since 20K. And I use 0W-20 which I will continue to use, all them guys in the group saying 5w-30 or 5w-40. Na I’m good with my 0w-20😎
I use nothing but Pennzoil Ultra Platinum 0W20 in my 2018 Q50 Red Sport. Quicker the oil get to the turbos, the better. I however, had the dreaded porous block at 82000km. Had an engine block replacement and 2 new turbos, under warranty.
🤦🏽♂️ the turbos heat up wayyy too much which causes the low viscosity 0w-20 oil to thin and lose its lubricating properties. Your motor will not last as long as it should because you are cheaping out. And especially with ams, they turn up the boost to 21-23 psi which causes too much heat and back pressure. Your q will suffer because of your negligence.
@@2seep your opinion. Your car will have issues before mine. Read my post again. I’m good over here, worry about your car not mine.
@@SnakeDoctor5104 it can happen I doubt it was because of using recommended 0w-20. Hope your car is back up and running strong now.
@DanielSmith-ks2zv Definitely not because of the oil choice. It's running good now, but I have doubts on keeping the car. I'd hate to have this happen again and have to pay out of pocket.
21 Q50 luxe I got it with 19k miles on it I use 5w30 full synthetic oil because of the extremely hot weather here in Houston and had no issues with my car it now has 38k miles on it and still drives like a champ but I do have a daily which I'm working on now otherwise no issues with my Vr30 I love and going to build it and keep it
Ayy idk if u gonna see this but I’m bouta buy the same kind of car with 70k but I’m worried about the turbos how r urs holding up
Great video!! Looking to buy a 2019 red sport with 55k miles which is what brought me here. I’m not a big fan of buying cars to mod so going to keep it stock and hopefully lasts me a long time
Vq37 g37
galley gasket
Vq37 q50
Valve transmission
Vr30 q60
Turbos
Coolant consumption
Belt
Hey bro u think g37 trans can fit q50 3.7 since it’s the same?
@@ewwitsdavid97 yes
I just bought a 2016 3.0t with 84,000 miles. The car fax was valid the owners took great care of the car and I think that’s what it’s come down to. If you maintain your car you should be fine. Of course things go out with time but that’s any car. I love my car I don’t think any other car would give me that experience at the price. Luxury and performance is great
How much you get the car for?
@@bambrim7657 18k otd
My serpentine belt snapped on me and that one did a number
2019 q50 signature driver is here，33000km no issue，change tailpipe only，recently want to change a big screen tesla screen
Keep the grind goin Boost. Two vids back to bck. Love to see it 💫
I have 2018 sport 3.0T with 97k miles turbos we’re replaced at 45k miles but everything else is the same motor trans.. I’m tuned but I change oil every 3k miles and have oil catch can
I have a 2021 Q50 Pure with 23,000 miles with no issues other than the bumper after hitting a dresser on the freeway.. But my temporary bumper is a 2016 Sport bumper.
Just had my motor replaced right after the warranty ran out. Rod bearing went
2017 q50 no problems 87000 miles. Belt, turbos and everything in order. Just change the oil and don’t beat on it. Wheel bearing just started making noise.
Q50 3.0t 2017 first owner Engine went out at 95k
Nerver modified kept stock
2018 Q50 95k No issues Stock Original everything 👍🏾
What oil weight do you use
16 75k. Motor and turbos replaced 60k. Porous block, bad turbo bearings. Somehow cracked crankshaft pully(when i bought at 30k). Jb4 +5 93 octane. Ldps, muffler delete. All maintenance done at local infinity religiously to keep their lifetime powerterrain deal. New block burning coolant
I know someone that needed engine replacement at 26k miles. Nowhere near as reliable as the VQs
19 q50 -Ams Heat exchanger only 5w-30 oil changes done every 5k in this Florida heat
Ngl traded in my 18 3.0 Q50 for a 2024 Integra Manual worth every penny
2022 Q50 RS400/AWD- 20K Miles.. Bought new!
Heat Exchanger/Coolant expansion
LDP
CBE
Coils
Oil Catch Can
JB4
Fr/Rr Sways
Drop In filters
Continental Extreme Contact DWS-06 Plus 255/40/19 - Stock/winter set up
Continental Extreme Contact Sport 02 265/35/19 - Summer set up
Currently debating a tune at the moment.
Car has been great so far with no issues. I change the oil every 3K miles with AMSoil Signature Series 0-20W Syn.
I can’t wait to buy my q50 next year
You get it yet? i’m saving for one this september 🤞
2017 Q60 Premium 63000 miles bought it with 51665 miles. Now in the shop. Turbos failing and the transmission body has issues.
I have 2017 Infiniti Q50 twin turbo. The only major problem i had was the turbo went out on it at 94k on it, which cost 6k to fix it
Boost keep the 🔥 coming man.
Yea boost!!!! Keep doing this content.
Damn boost speaking facts.
I changed all factory oils an it became a beautiful beast
Salute for the info🫡
Vr30 and vr30 last half as long as the vqhr37 no cap
i looking at 2019 Q50 3.0t luxe instead of a 2013 Audi S5 bc of maintenance and repair costs of audi any suggestions
What if your more into looks than performance? Only aesthetic mods …No racing etc. would you still typically have these issues?
keep up with oil changes every 5k intervals and after hard pushing let it idle for 10mins you should be fine im going the same route but only added heat exchanger
Love my Q had it for 6 years now..but after this im going back to NA cars..turbos caused me too much stress 😂
You okay sounds like you take care of it
Shut up? Boost, with all due respect, you’re wrong. When pushing and modifying, you need 5w-30 even racebox and sonic both have recommended this
NGL, idk how and why you keep answering this same question about 50 times in 3 years in 50 different ways lol
Can you post a video on why Qs keep getting stolen 😢
Takeover culture made them sought after
no bruh i had this car for 2 months and this morning my door didnt open even when it was unlocked, even from the inside
being 6'5 250 i feel i would be not comfortable but i always wanted one
Same here
I’m 6’4 230 I fit just fine and comfortably
Wife wanted one because they're cheap. Told her the early cars had issues with turbos so no. Told her look for a 3.7. Could not find one with low miles so Acura TLX V6 it was 😅😅😅
Anybody can give me some advice on a 16’ q50 redsport. I know it’s the first year they made it so I’m curious as to reliability on that one
I don’t care about that I just want my build last for what I have in it
Ow-20 but only if it’s from AMS they have the best.
I meant to write AMSOIL
If your modifying and tuning, you need to go 5w-30 at least.
2019 luxe 38k miles no issues but I don’t beat on the car erday
Keep or get a 2014 and up VHR and turbo it, run from them VR30s
And ìm over here in the 2.0 😢 dont get me wrong i love my car! But i feel left out the tuning scene. Maybe one day ill do a engine swap 🙏
My car is almost paid off .. it will be my race car gutted carbon seats and 4 inch single exhaust with slicks.. weekend beater.. it won’t be my daily anymore
congrats!!
thinking of making it my track car once it stops being my daily. Add a 2k z1 LSD and it should be a great track car
Here's another question for the community: Buy a VR30 or turbocharge/supercharge a VQ37 ? 🤔
No where near as reliable as a 2012 or 2013 g37s I’ve had both modified both
Can g37 transmission bolt up with 2015 q50 3.7?
yes it fits seen someone do it recently on fb
@@sameoldmo lol that was probably me 😂😂
@@ewwitsdavid97 if I remember correctly it’s still down and you had to replace a part? 💀it’s funny how all connected everyone in the q community beautiful thing regardless
@@sameoldmo bruh🤦♂️ flex plate broke crankshaft postion sensor needs to be replaced hopefully it’s all done tomorrow
@@ewwitsdavid97 best of luck bro🤞I would like to see how it performs over the stock
Im st 121000 no problems.
2019 Q50 RS 66k AMS intakes, AMS heat exchanger, axle back exhaust just started coolant consumption. Not sure where it’s going 🫠
See bro Thanks for your Honesty, I rather pay more get a 340i for reliability plus they are faster . I was close to buying a Q50 they are CHEAP af FOR A REASON THO 🚮