Its interesting you mention tires & dings.
There is not a single ding i am aware of on the car.
Tires is a borderline story.
I was told by the rep I was at borderline. As per the inspection report I was at 5/32. I did inform him of my plan to drive & he said as long as I didnt end up driving in miami, i should be okay for my trip (I did inform him of the distance).
I have since driven 1600 miles. Might add another 250 or so before the car gets turned in.
Original tires (car will go in at 27k miles - lease allowed is 30k miles)
I have not done burnouts etc.
Apparently its $300 per tire flat priced (which is cheaper than buying tires online & separate installation - how that is I do not know)
My other concern is borderline curb rash. He mentioned $140 per wheel for that - 2 potential suspects.
Honestly the car has been babied, and is under miles on return, its wishful thinking that they will balance / offset but realistically I think they will nickel & dime every last cent they can.
I absolutely loved the car. I do not want to get rid of it.
But numbers wise it just isnt a smart decision (have my own business).
$450 / month + gas + insurance + garage (in new location) = $700 a month
Id rather invest the $700/mo in my business.
I will get another some day, just a matter of which day.
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Originally Posted by Former USMC
Bloodhound,
I just returned a FX35. I received an inspection from a third party company hired by Infiniti.
A couple of things they closely inspect - tires and dings. You are allowed 5/32 on the tires; 4/32 and you will be charged for a new tire. Dealers/inspectors don't care if you have four different tires (one Infiniti had a Bridgestone, Pirelli, BF Goodrich and a Continental - don't ask). You can even have bigger tires than stock as long as they are in good condition.
You are also allowed three dings per panel. On the FX35, there are four panels per side. Front fender, front door, rear door and rear panel. Therefore, you are allowed a staggering 12 door dings. You should have received a Infiniti Wear and Use Assessment Key for better clarification.
At the dealership, make sure the dealer gives you an odometer statement. Make the dealer go on line and send DMV notice that you are no longer the owner. They will not always do this. Although, you may be able to do it on line (I don't know). Just let the dealer do it for you.
Contact your insurance company and let them know you are no longer the owner - you will get a refund (if you pay annually). They may require you fax the odometer statement from the dealer; however, some insurance companies will not require this step.
Don't forget your CDs and erase your garage door settings. The dealer will assist if you ask.
I would also delete your home address if you've entered that in the navigation system. I would never put my home address in any navigation system. Why? Someone steals your car, enters the home address, goes to your house, presses the garage door opener and presto - they're in. Okay, they could probably get it from your registration card in your glove box.
Now the fun part - go get another new car.
Semper Fi
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