Hi all, I am looking into buying my 1st FX, and trading in the 99 Rx300 we bought new, that has served us well for 8yrs/problem free, im a performance freak and I enjoy modding cars with my buddies in my driveway. I am very close to finishing up my single turbo install/fuel/etc on my project and I am ready to take on something new, I love the styling and performance of the FX to much to pass it up

The car I purchase will most likely be used and under 20K mileage. But before I do, I need a bit of help from some of you, I noticed that used FX45s are very similar in prices to FX35s, which would you guys prefer and why?

What are some known problems with the 35? problems with 45? this would be a daily driver, so obviously the one with less problems would be the better route.

Are both cars very similar on gas? would i get 15-17mpg driving in NYC roads? because I was getting 14mpg with the RX300 so anything around that would be a +

I would be driving this for awhile, until they offer more turbokits I can intall on my own with the help from a couple of buddies

Also am I better off with 18" stockers, rather then the 19"-20" due to 18s having better cornering ability/ alot more tire selection/ Drag Radials only go up to 18"

Do you guys prefer RWD or AWD on FXs? I would think AWD would be a smarter choice being that it does snow here

Anything I need to know before I take a test drive/ inspecting the car, I would make my decision based on your knowledgable experiences, thanks all

 

my project that is 80% completed

 

my 2 pride and joys in life

 

do you go out to the Supra meets at DPA? i've seen that supra around. nice project btw

the FX35 has a lot of aftermarket while the FX45 is rare and limited.

 

If you can't keep your hands off your vehicle and must mod, go for the FX35. If you like rarity and the V8 punch, then go for the 45. I tend to think the 35 handles a bit better since weight is lesser than that of the 45.

 

I work at an infiniti dealer. Go with the 35. Hate to say it but the 45's have motor issues. We've done 5+ motors in the 45 for oil consumption. And yeah the aftermarket sucks for the 45

 

35... 45 sucks and like you say the price of 45 is the same as 35 because the resale is horrible.

 

FX35 for sure

 

What is insurance like on both?

 

FX35 all the way, since you have plans to mod. The 45 really has no aftermarket support.

 

FX35 ......... and F/I it

 

FX35 touring sport tech package

 

Hey Guys, I just joined this site and I was looking at getting an Infinity as well. I really have been doing some research and think that the FX 45 is the way for me to go . But besides resale and after market support why do you guys all seem to like the FX 35 so much????


THANX

 

WOW I'm surprised to see so many prefer the 35 over the 45. I have a 35 as a rental during my vacation trip and I love it. Man what a nice ride. I just keep saying to myself - if this was a 45 we could really have some fun. I am amazed at how well it handles though. The ride is also great.

 

FX45 being around $7000 more than FX35 (both fully loaded)

This is my pick:

FX35 Fully loaded
Eibach
Stillen True Dual Exhaust
LMS Intake
8K Head Light + 8K HID FOG
Tint
Crawford Plenum
20" iForged Wheels + Tires

with all that above it's about the same price as fully loaded FX45 with pretty much same performance. or you can forget all that and get the FX35 and Stillen Supercharge it!!