Had my G37 since 30k. Currently my daily still, and its got 200k miles and only have done regular maintenance. Its the most reliable car out of all the ones ive ever owned.
At 130k miles. I drove my 2008 G37 Coupe from Los Angeles to New York and back within 2 weeks. It’s the most reliable car I’ve ever owned running strong at 150k miles
Nice. Did yours suffer from the “melting dash?” My 2008 Altima Coupe did, and that’s the only major problem I had with that car. Which is the only thing stopping me from getting a nicely used G37 Coupe for weekend driving
I have had my 2012 g37x sedan for almost 2 years now and I have had zero major issues. Only thing I have needed to replace were both front axles because I am on air suspension. Love these cars super reliable and very fun to drive
6 months ago my wife and I got a 2012 C300, 4matic. And a 2013 G37x The G has crazy power, but is difficult to drive "normally". The c300 only has 225 hp, and is more comfortable to drive. The only reason we got the g37x was for the AWD feature, I had no idea of the performance until we test drove it, WOW is what I said....
@@joralex I bought it with 130k miles I’ve put in about 15k since I go it. It was a one owner car and the previous owner was up to date with all the Maintenance.
I just picked up a 2012 g37 a few days ago. Seems to be a really nice car. These problems that you mentioned don't seem too bad either pretty glad to hear that.
I have my 2012 coupe brand new . Never had those issues , I maintain it very well . Replaced radiator hose 4yrs ago . Changed brake pads & rotor . At 74k now . And I live in 100 degrees heat & over .
I bought my 2008 manual G37s coupe with 120k miles, it now has 136k miles. I kinda got unlucky as the previous owner did not do any maintenance needed past 100k which I shortly ran into issues. My clutch went out very quick, spark plugs, ignition coils, maf sensors, I have replaced gallery gaskets, water pump, 2 idle pulleys, pulley tensioner, coolant hose, had a vacuum leak and my ac has not worked for almost a year now. Still love the car all I haft to say is make sure the previous owner takes care of it
Damn that’s allot of shit. I’m hoping my galley gaskets don’t go bad. Everything else seems cool, besides the lag on a AT and the rattle from a loose heat guard on my C-converter.
Lmao ever since i had to take my radiator off to replace my thermostat my ac has not worked lol pretty sure one of the lines to the condenser is leaking freon . I feel your pain. But omg i still love the car even tho its a 5 speed at
I bought my G37 coupe which is a 2011 and now have 106000 and it drives great I'm maintenance and change the oil every 3500 and I like the lines of the car and I have no complaints about my car I just love it to death
For how much ? I’m currently thinking about buying a 2012 with 60k miles everything seems clean no rips dents , clean title , from dealer but it’s 15k . Is that too little or too much??
@@useradseingeld652 just bought mine today 2008 G37s manual im the 3rd owner drove it on the interstate for 185 miles fastest I hit was 93 it drove good any tips on how to maintain it
My previous car was 2007 G35S. It has none of the problems except peeling paint but I'm not so picky so... My son still drives it and it's still extremely reliable. My current car is 2017 GSF and with PSS10 installed I still love to drive that old 125K mile Nissan.
I got all you beat. My 07' G35 coupe, pearl white manual with only 56k on it. Bought brand new in early 07'. Looks like it did when I bought it. No issues ever.
Other common issues: Sunroof overflow leaks and other rubber/plastic parts deteriorating, valve cover gasket leak, worn hood and trunk struts, clogged oil pans, and the notorious gallery gasket issue (not exclusive to 08 to 12). Stock head units feel dated and aftermarket options are sketchy (wish I knew about this beforehand). All this being said: My coupe is my baby and I still love her. Just gotta keep in mind they are older, and even with them being solid cars, parts will need to be replaced.
i bought a g37x coupe new in 2011, its become a winter beater now for me, after i bought a supra in 2022. Ive kept it in great shape and only has 78k miles but infiniti/nissan used some shitty materials when they made it. Even though I applied protectants regularly, used a sun shade, and kept the car clean at all times, the car now has chipping paint from some of the silver pieces, my dashboard has a sticky feel in certain areas, the plastics and trim have aged poorly. The stock head unit also really sucks if you don't have a navigation package. I can't stream music from my phone via bluetooth, and since i dont have an iphone i cant even connect my phone to the car via usb to even charge it. Also, theres not even an aux input so my phone is pretty much useless in that car. The transmission sucks too, the shifts are so slow compared to modern sports coupes/sedans. I enjoyed the car when it was new and have done a decent amount of mods to improve it and those have helped, but for the past couple of years, it still feels too outdated. The car is also almost worthless now, was told i could prob only get 12k if i sold it myself lol. Which is why i didnt get rid of it, and decided to use it as a 2nd car for the winter. I would rec someone not a buy a high mileage G series. Better off getting something more modern, even if it has less power.
2010 G37 Convertible 7AT Owner and honestly... it has been one of the best cars I have ever owned it has an ageless design inside and out in my opinion. Only flaw is the V6 7AT initial throttle response lag, but a quick fix! Do yourself a favor and buy a PedalCommander, deletes that response lag and makes your car feel more alive. Other than that, the steering wheel paint thing is definitely annoying seen it on a few friends (not mine luckily) but not the worst! Just go for that 2012 model if possible to avoid the possible galley gasket failure.
I got a 08 G37s coupe, I hear about the infamous galley gasket issue. Man I hope that don’t happen to mine. I’m at 97k. All seems good. What would I have to watch out for, for a heads up on it?
Own a 14 Q60 IPL in graphite shadow. Routine maintenance with just 65k on it. No issues whatsoever. And a drop dead sexy ride. I’ll never let go of it!
I’ve had my 13 g37 for 7 years, 125k miles, I’ve had 4 bank 1 cats go out. She naturally runs lean for whatever reason too. Best car ever though, will rebuild the engine once she goes out
#1 should be Galley / Gallery Gaskets. #2 for the manuals should be RJM Clutch Pedal to fix the pedal and get yourself a reliable Tilton Clutch Master Cylinder. #3 should be removing the Sunroof Drain Filters, they’re pointless and gives you water leaks on interior. Extend the hose a little and welcome to dry interior. #4 should be, removing the 3 bolts that hold up the sunroof instead of waiting for them to gradually get loose, putting a minor dab of locktite and retightening them up. Then everything else you mentioned big dawg! ❤
I love my 37 and hear hood and bad about issues in different years. I just hope mine is good, and so far so good, 2 years having it. Minor issue’s I’ve had a couple but nothing big TG. 240k! Shit I’d be happy with that. Can you elaborate when you say “paying for maintenance”? Like basic stuff? Like Oil changes and break, tires, exc.
Bought my 2008 g37s at 49k three years ago. The car now has 91k and I’ve never had to replace anything on the motor or trans outside of regular maintenance. Used the car for work two of those years on the potholed streets of Saint Louis and I DRIVE it. Highest speed I ever hit was 140 mph racing a friends supercharged mini. Had someone offer to buy her today. Lol
@@DenyalatorGaming For sure, still driving her as my only daily as we speak. 6 years no issues 132k on the dash… May be selling her soon though to make way for a larger vehicle/future family. Be blessed
I have a 2012 G37 coupe automatic with the sport package. The two fairly major issues I've had was the dash cracking and the catalytic converters both failing. Luckily I bought the car used but still within its factory bumper to bumper warranty. I believe if you make a big enough deal out of it there is an extended warranty up to like 5 years or something on both the catalytic converters and the dash cracking cuz it is a known issue. I think my first catalytic converter was replaced under the regular bumper to bumper warranty but when the second one failed it was out. I still got them to replace it for free
A few months ago I picked up a 2010 G37X with 212k miles. Fully loaded with all the options, besides it not being the sport version of the X. 2 Previous owners. First one did all dealer service up to 140k, second owner replaced driveshaft, rear calipers, plugs+coils, some wheel bearings, flushed all the fluids, and did 5k oil changes. When I picked the car up it needed a battery, alternator(+ belt + pulleys + tensioner), and a starter. I still need to clean some grounds up and change the ATF, but the car is really drives great for the mileage.
I’ve had my 08 g35 sedan for 6 years now, bought it with 85k now it’s at 300k. Only have had to replace the alternator, ac compressor, and replaced the transmission at 260k due to a failed sensor that made it go into limp mode. Just replaced drivers side throttle body a couple days ago and had to reset the ecu….great car
Sorry for my ignorance bro but wouldn't have been easier to replace the sensor? I'm dealing with my 09 g37 that in limp mode at 135k (km) I thought it could be the weather as uts -30 where I live
@@tylerseabook9423 yeah I’m not surprised civics are notorious for lasting a long time. Doesn’t have as much shit to go wrong with the motor considering it’s a civic. Lmao
I drive a G37 IPL, and am very pleased. Performance: my best 1/4 time is 14.4 seconds. The G has plenty of torque, but the final drive ratio is less than perfect for 1/4 mile times. The G shifts from 4th to 5th gear just before the finish line. So I am crossing the finish line at the bottom of the torque curve not the top. Automatic transmission: with 6 forward gears, the transmission is always “hunting” for the proper gear. The slightest change in road elevation, and the G will either up or down shift. Reliability is excellent. Other than routine maintenance such as tires and oil changes, I haven’t put a dime into the car. Summary: if you can find a used G37 IPL with less than 50,000 miles, get it. You will be please with the bang for your bucks.
Yooo!! I have a chance to buy a 2012 g37xs coupe with 140,000km (100,000 miles = 160,000km). Is it a good price and is it a good investment for the future?
I had 2012 g37 about 4 years it developed Nissan's famous Limp mode in the middle of highway. This car also designed difficult to maintain such as change the third brake light I have to take all back seat out to change that.
when I had my 2011 G37 S coupe I didn't experience none of these type of problems I did read the 2008 models had more problems than any of the other models
Besides the steering wheel and AT lag everything else isn't that common that you mentioned. What you did forget was pre 2012 models have the gallery gasket issues.
I bought a 2011 MT sedan with 56k miles thinking that it'll last for 200+k miles but didn't realize it's gonna be a money pit in the process. Although it's a fun car, it definitely isn't cheap to run. Sold it at 86k miles. It was already leaking oil from the timing chain cover...I definitely miss the car granted it disappointed me after just three years.
I need to replace the gallery gasket on me and my wife’s 2008 Infiniti G37 type s coupe. Beat thing to do is get an after market metal gasket. The oem gallery gasket is made of a material that deteriorates all the time.
Had a 2008 g37, great car as far as reliability only issue was some electrical problems at the end but cant complain when the only things I did were oil changes, brakes from 20k-110k
I have the sedan same year awd. I think the only problems are, there is no music bluetooth/aux in some models. Other than that it's an amazing car that is undervalued.
@@ericpunkkinen5038 I agree with the Aux, I wish they had an Aux input in the car to play music that would have been great.. can't believe they didnt add that to this car but other cars that are wayy cheaper quality comes with them.. makes no sense
I’ve had my 08 g37 since 2020 170k miles on it. Regular oil changes. Only major repair I did was galley gasket and water pump and serpentine belt. I changed the everything dealing with the timing chain. Oh yea and vvt solenoids all that costed me about 3k. I’m gonna sell the car around July for about 2500
Same here have a 2011 G37x got it at 76,000 it’s now at 83,000 couple months , runs like a rolls Royce lol I did change Tran and engin oil and new powersteering fluid.
I have a 2007 hr sedan with 175k miles and ill i use it for is drifting and the only issue ive had is the gallery gasket and steering wheell none of these have came up 2nd owner really a great car very reliable
My 2014 Q60/g37 has 72,000, has no issues so far. I feel like that's when they perfected Everything from 2014 to 2015 were the last G37 years for the coupe
2008 G37S 6MT with 174K miles and it runs like a fuckin champ! Extremely reliable car. Besides some of the shitty material that deteriates over time as explained in this video (sticky dash, steering wheel peeling) I have zero complaints. I just keep up with the maintenance on it and thats pretty much it. I drive my car pretty hard and the ONLY issue which I have had and is also a common issue on these cars is that in less than 2 years i had to replace the CSC and master cylinder twice due to failure. Other than that. This car is bulletproof!
My G37 has about 84K miles and I really hadn't had any real issues with it. Only maintenance, a clock issue and my mechanic said the brake master cylinder was probably going to need replacement eventually. Two weeks ago the transmission went out and I learned that it was due to the radiator leaking into the transmission. The cost of replacing the radiator and transmission would approach $10,000. What is the power train warranty on that car?
Just found a 2013 black/black 6-speed manual coupe with 43,500 miles and a clean record at a small dealership. Listed at $21,995. What do you all think if I were to get at $19k?
Good video, but nothing about main problem. Cars 2008-2013 have oil gallery gasket issues. Cost is $2000-3000 to fix it. Also sunroof drain system leaks
I have a 2012 g37 sedan premium package with 115k miles only thing I’ve had to replace was valve cover gaskets, manifold gaskets, sunroof water leak, and my dashboard is pretty cracked even thought it has ALWAYS been garaged kept and well maintained.
Sounds like a lemon.... Also pretty sure you had to replace brakes along the way and you should flush the trans and diff fluids asap and also the spark plugs and air and cabin filters, but I think you are not telling the whole story, or you don't maintain the car well.
CLEARLY I am talking about ISSUES I’ve had to take fix, I wasn’t talking about routine maintenances and other maintenance such as brakes, tranny, diff fluids and other things like air filters that I have definitely done to the car.
In 2017 I was finally in a position to buy my mid-life crisis car with my wife's full support. I wanted something zippy and it absolutely had to have a stick shift and a rear back-up camera. After months of trying to find a used Infiniti G35/37, my wife actually ran across a 2009 G37 on Ebay auction. I won the car for $9,815. It had 106K miles on it. I love the car. It simply performs, and it's short wheel base and tight width (smallest in its class) allows me to slide between cars and semis on the highway at 80 mph with ease. I'm sure it torques off other drivers, but I really don't care. The downside to this car is that it is labor-intensive. Everything is very tightly packed, and you must remove the engine for most major work (spark plugs, timing chain, water pump). At around 120K miles, I had to have the timing chain replaced, and a local shop told me they could do the work. They screwed up a lot, such as using RTV instead of an O-ring, and they missed the paper gaskets. After more than $4K to those guys, I ended up having to take it to the dealer where I've now spent another $4K. Lesson learned. Sadly, Nissan has stated they will no longer make stick shifts, because "the computer and transmission are faster and smarter than the driver." That's funny, because I don't know how the computer knows that I want to downshift into 5th at 80 mph so I can slide between two cars without having to tap my breaks, or how the transmission knows I need to down shift hard to take an upcoming curve that it can't see. Looks like my next one will be a Mustang.
That g35 interior is just sheer nostalgia for me. My first car, buying a g37 from 2010-2013. Should I go for rebuilt? I’ve found sound with like 60k miles for about 7k
I have g37x 2013 with 78k miles and all good but replaced ac compressor once under extended warranty. Otherwise, it is a great car, sporty and comfortable at the same time and can get aggressive and racy if you want.
Surprised that the passenger seat occupancy sensor issue didn’t make the list. It was gonna cost like $8k for a new passenger seat in my G37 ‘vert so I just bought a little box that emulates the sensor and tells the car everything is ok. Otherwise the SRS system will disable itself.
Just got a 2013 Infiniti g37s with 56k miles and the transmission when I barely touch the gas shifts slow and and a little hard but if I hit the gas shifts fast and smooth is it normal for these transmissions I have heard they can be kinda clunky transmissions
Only issue I had with my 2012 g37 sedan journey at around 90k miles was a plastic connector in the cooling system...hard to replace as far as position...its at the back of the engine, so you will need an extension to reach it.
You missed a few big ones for G37. Passenger Occupant Sensor fails and can only be fixed properly by replacing the entire passenger seat for $5K - $7K or installing an OCS Emulator bypass to keep your airbag on all the time. Third option is to ignore the blinking red light about airbag failure on dash and Passenger airbag disabled light on the console. The sensor is not field replaceable and even if it was and you found the part in a junkyard, the labor to take apart the seat and specifically the bottom cushion would be huge. Easier to just replace the entire seat if you can find on that matches or just use an OCS bypass. Also, while they had dash recall for the earlier G37s, the newer ones (2010+) still get sticky / shiny and probably will eventually melt / crack, but as of yet no recall.
i got the stickness to go away with oxiclean. The shine is present but better than before, dust doesnt stick to it though, and no cracking. I could prob make it look great if spray painted it, but im not gonna remove the entire dash, that is way too much work
Bought a 2012 G37 Journey sedan 1.5 months ago with 80k on it. Nice car, very quick, rides great, looks nice. The stock stereo is a JOKE, the drivers side lumbar support is not too great, the heat on that seat barely if at all works. The rack and pinion is a lame 3.0 turns lock to lock, so the on center feel is lame and I have to use more effort than the 2.6 turns L2L of our 2008 Saturn Aura. The main problem with the car are the highway revs. At 2k rpm, the car is going only 61mph. That is a total JOKE for a modern V6 with 7 gears, 2 of which are overdrive. Our '08 Saturn Aura does 75 @ 2k, and a 2019 Charger GT we drove did 82 @ 2k. Why 7th gear is .77 with a 3.36 axle ratio is beyond me. 7th gear should be a .68. Really DUMB.
I would try to push for $7500, that would be a decent deal. Try to find as many minor issues that might need repairs and use that to bring it down a bit. Tell the seller how much it may cost to fix, ect. If it’s in perfect, like new condition. Just offer $7300 and meet him at $7500.
Depends on the condition, if the car looks well maintained and the interior is in good shape then 7500 is a good price. And get the car inspected by a good mechanic.
As long as the car fax is clean. See if you can drive it and hear the car for yourself. If you like it and no accidents yeah definitely. Car will last another 100k with maintenance and good care.
Point blank period the engine and the car itself is bullet proof with minor repairs things like cracked dash board or painting coming off the steering wheels means nothing to me. Take care of your car do proper maintenance to it and it will take care of you
@@griffin499 I stand corrected. The Nissan model has CVT but the Infiniti has the 7 speed. I don't think much of the 7 speed but it's current problems may stem from a faulty body control module.
Hi Markus! I bought a G37 Coupe 2012 cash from a lady that was the only owner, car had only 35k miles on it, the lady kept it in the garrage, barely drove it. I would recommend deff look up some more, 110k mile for California is still considered “good” millage on the car but still...is 110k.... If that will be your everyday car, you should consider that you will add up miles on it and since the car is already 8 years old, maintanance issues will start to arrive. I know also that it is hard to find G37 Coupes now (not sure if you want a sedan or coupe) since a lot are still very pricey and majority do have a lot of miles on them and the exterior/interior does need some fix (leather sits usually get cracks on the leather) as well the steering wheel a lot of the times looks bad and chiped. Look more into it, maybe you get a better deal, and if you dispose of some money, I would recommend you to buy it cash, since at the auto dealerships these cars are still expensive and you will end up paying on it almost double at the end of your payments. I wish you good luck on finding the car you love and when you do, I hope it will bring you a lot of happiness! Take care and be safe!
I had bought a 08g37 sport coupe with 84k he was selling for 11.5k but I ended up getting it for 9500 did I get robbed ? It has isr test pipes greedy exhaust , takeda intakes and UpRev tune . Also came with a wrap & tires my friend said I get robbed . Opinions I have the title
These are issues that most owners do not experience it’s a very reliable vehicle I had a G 35 and now I am in the market for a G 37+ this guy says he wishes he owned one which means he doesn’t have personal experience with the vehicle
No personal experience with the G37, you are correct. But, I do with the G35. However, from the hours spent researching owner complaints and issues that pop up most commonly, these were the culprits. The video is a guide for potential owners, so they know what to look for. Like you! Definitely not saying don’t buy the car.
Didn't mention the flashing airbag lights and costly repair! I personally think the manufacturer is responsible for the cracked dashboards and should replace them free of cost
Had my G37 since 30k. Currently my daily still, and its got 200k miles and only have done regular maintenance. Its the most reliable car out of all the ones ive ever owned.
What year is your G37?
@@guardian8319 2009
@@guardian8319 i also forgot to mention its a G37xs awd model
@@GxCarter how is it on gas
Thinking of getting a 2013 g37s or a 2017 Acura ILX will update what I end up getting
At 130k miles. I drove my 2008 G37 Coupe from Los Angeles to New York and back within 2 weeks. It’s the most reliable car I’ve ever owned running strong at 150k miles
Nice. Did yours suffer from the “melting dash?” My 2008 Altima Coupe did, and that’s the only major problem I had with that car. Which is the only thing stopping me from getting a nicely used G37 Coupe for weekend driving
@@4G63Txyeah, since I first got it at 113k miles
I have had my 2012 g37x sedan for almost 2 years now and I have had zero major issues. Only thing I have needed to replace were both front axles because I am on air suspension. Love these cars super reliable and very fun to drive
Is it still going good?
Bought my G37 new in 2009. Have 130K miles and no such problems (1-11). Love the car. Fast and handles great. I get 28 mpg hwy. and 19 City.
Miles it's the usa we calculate in miles
6 months ago my wife and I got a 2012 C300, 4matic. And a 2013 G37x
The G has crazy power, but is difficult to drive "normally". The c300 only has 225 hp, and is more comfortable to drive.
The only reason we got the g37x was for the AWD feature, I had no idea of the performance until we test drove it, WOW is what I said....
I bought my 08 G37 coupe 2 years ago. I haven’t had any issues so far. Only things I’ve done is regular maintenance.
How many miles on it mind me asking?
@@joralex I bought it with 130k miles I’ve put in about 15k since I go it. It was a one owner car and the previous owner was up to date with all the Maintenance.
@@fourdi damn nice! I love hearing this.
@@joralex I love hearing that you love hearing that
@@imlittlefatboy sameeee !!!!!
I just picked up a 2012 g37 a few days ago. Seems to be a really nice car. These problems that you mentioned don't seem too bad either pretty glad to hear that.
Yeah man! They are all doable for someone with patience. They really are reliable luxury cars.
Got a 2013 2 months ago, really fun to drive.
@@SuperReallyNice I got a 13 g37x like 3-4 months ago I love it
@@SuperReallyNice im tryna get one buts its hard to find one with lowmiles and isn’t salvaged
Search up the gallery gasket issue.
Twelve thousand RPM at idle? Wow that's a high revving engine!
You are right. I definitely meant 12 hundred
Mine revs at about 650-700. Never had that problem
The car wants to go fast🤣🤣🤣
I was like woah now. Mine must not be right
650-750 is normal idle. Mine only idles at 1k+ when the AC is on
I have my 2012 coupe brand new . Never had those issues , I maintain it very well . Replaced radiator hose 4yrs ago . Changed brake pads & rotor . At 74k now . And I live in 100 degrees heat & over .
I bought my 2008 manual G37s coupe with 120k miles, it now has 136k miles. I kinda got unlucky as the previous owner did not do any maintenance needed past 100k which I shortly ran into issues. My clutch went out very quick, spark plugs, ignition coils, maf sensors, I have replaced gallery gaskets, water pump, 2 idle pulleys, pulley tensioner, coolant hose, had a vacuum leak and my ac has not worked for almost a year now. Still love the car all I haft to say is make sure the previous owner takes care of it
Damn that’s allot of shit. I’m hoping my galley gaskets don’t go bad. Everything else seems cool, besides the lag on a AT and the rattle from a loose heat guard on my C-converter.
Lmao ever since i had to take my radiator off to replace my thermostat my ac has not worked lol pretty sure one of the lines to the condenser is leaking freon . I feel your pain. But omg i still love the car even tho its a 5 speed at
I bought my G37 coupe which is a 2011 and now have 106000 and it drives great I'm maintenance and change the oil every 3500 and I like the lines of the car and I have no complaints about my car I just love it to death
I got Myself a 2013 7At with 70k miles almost 2 months ago n i been loving it
For how much ? I’m currently thinking about buying a 2012 with 60k miles everything seems clean no rips dents , clean title , from dealer but it’s 15k . Is that too little or too much??
@@dyzatheox804 yes way too much, you can find that car for under 12k easy
Beast ,I own 2 never had any issues besides tires from doing burnouts
The valve cover gasket and the galley gasket are common issues past 100k but it's strong otherwise.
@@useradseingeld652 just bought mine today 2008 G37s manual im the 3rd owner drove it on the interstate for 185 miles fastest I hit was 93 it drove good any tips on how to maintain it
Do you still own them and are you happy with them?
@@olegivanov6527 yes still own them ,solid as can be
My previous car was 2007 G35S. It has none of the problems except peeling paint but I'm not so picky so... My son still drives it and it's still extremely reliable. My current car is 2017 GSF and with PSS10 installed I still love to drive that old 125K mile Nissan.
I have a 2012XS coupe. Built and tuned. No problems at all...
they are very reliable
I got all you beat. My 07' G35 coupe, pearl white manual with only 56k on it. Bought brand new in early 07'. Looks like it did when I bought it. No issues ever.
Other common issues: Sunroof overflow leaks and other rubber/plastic parts deteriorating, valve cover gasket leak, worn hood and trunk struts, clogged oil pans, and the notorious gallery gasket issue (not exclusive to 08 to 12). Stock head units feel dated and aftermarket options are sketchy (wish I knew about this beforehand). All this being said: My coupe is my baby and I still love her. Just gotta keep in mind they are older, and even with them being solid cars, parts will need to be replaced.
Gallery gasket issues are 08 to 12?
The gasket issue is a bit overblown. It doesn't actually happen as frequently as people say
i bought a g37x coupe new in 2011, its become a winter beater now for me, after i bought a supra in 2022. Ive kept it in great shape and only has 78k miles but infiniti/nissan used some shitty materials when they made it. Even though I applied protectants regularly, used a sun shade, and kept the car clean at all times, the car now has chipping paint from some of the silver pieces, my dashboard has a sticky feel in certain areas, the plastics and trim have aged poorly. The stock head unit also really sucks if you don't have a navigation package. I can't stream music from my phone via bluetooth, and since i dont have an iphone i cant even connect my phone to the car via usb to even charge it. Also, theres not even an aux input so my phone is pretty much useless in that car. The transmission sucks too, the shifts are so slow compared to modern sports coupes/sedans. I enjoyed the car when it was new and have done a decent amount of mods to improve it and those have helped, but for the past couple of years, it still feels too outdated. The car is also almost worthless now, was told i could prob only get 12k if i sold it myself lol. Which is why i didnt get rid of it, and decided to use it as a 2nd car for the winter. I would rec someone not a buy a high mileage G series. Better off getting something more modern, even if it has less power.
2010 G37 Convertible 7AT Owner and honestly... it has been one of the best cars I have ever owned it has an ageless design inside and out in my opinion. Only flaw is the V6 7AT initial throttle response lag, but a quick fix! Do yourself a favor and buy a PedalCommander, deletes that response lag and makes your car feel more alive. Other than that, the steering wheel paint thing is definitely annoying seen it on a few friends (not mine luckily) but not the worst! Just go for that 2012 model if possible to avoid the possible galley gasket failure.
I got a 08 G37s coupe, I hear about the infamous galley gasket issue. Man I hope that don’t happen to mine. I’m at 97k. All seems good. What would I have to watch out for, for a heads up on it?
@@swervv2957 i have a 2008 g37s with 160k and im just as nervous but i think its random with each motor. Some don't fail while others do.
@@killakam123321 Same mileage and year myself. No issues. If the Galley Gasket blows I will definitely be trading it in.
I found my self looking at my g35 couple of times before walking away just to shop” I miss it already “
Own a 14 Q60 IPL in graphite shadow. Routine maintenance with just 65k on it. No issues whatsoever. And a drop dead sexy ride. I’ll never let go of it!
Thinking of getting a 2013 ipl with 90k miles such I go for it
I’ve had my 13 g37 for 7 years, 125k miles, I’ve had 4 bank 1 cats go out. She naturally runs lean for whatever reason too. Best car ever though, will rebuild the engine once she goes out
Thank you for posting g37 common issues. Very helpful!!!
#1 should be Galley / Gallery Gaskets.
#2 for the manuals should be RJM Clutch Pedal to fix the pedal and get yourself a reliable Tilton Clutch Master Cylinder.
#3 should be removing the Sunroof Drain Filters, they’re pointless and gives you water leaks on interior. Extend the hose a little and welcome to dry interior.
#4 should be, removing the 3 bolts that hold up the sunroof instead of waiting for them to gradually get loose, putting a minor dab of locktite and retightening them up.
Then everything else you mentioned big dawg! ❤
This is golden, thanks bro!
Mine has 120,000 miles got it at 70,000 miles no problems best engine ever made
I’ve had my 2007 G35 for over 6 years with 240k miles paying for maintenance but still love my car
Keep taking care of it and you’ll see 60k more 🙏 what did you pay for it?
I love my 37 and hear hood and bad about issues in different years. I just hope mine is good, and so far so good, 2 years having it. Minor issue’s I’ve had a couple but nothing big TG. 240k! Shit I’d be happy with that. Can you elaborate when you say “paying for maintenance”? Like basic stuff? Like Oil changes and break, tires, exc.
My cousins is a 2009 with only 130,000 miles and is still in good condition.
How much did he pay for it ?
@@xordy8419 He’s the second owner. He paid $9,000 cash 💵 from a man in Arizona in 2012. The original owner needed the money at that time.
Bought my 2008 g37s at 49k three years ago. The car now has 91k and I’ve never had to replace anything on the motor or trans outside of regular maintenance. Used the car for work two of those years on the potholed streets of Saint Louis and I DRIVE it. Highest speed I ever hit was 140 mph racing a friends supercharged mini. Had someone offer to buy her today. Lol
That's not really a long time. Now if you said 150k that would have been impressive lol.
Love from U City I just picked up a g37 glad to see we got a community of G’s here in the city
@@DenyalatorGaming For sure, still driving her as my only daily as we speak. 6 years no issues 132k on the dash… May be selling her soon though to make way for a larger vehicle/future family. Be blessed
@@justswitched8841 any car that makes it to 100k with no issue on Saint Louis streets is impressive.. trust me
I have a 2012 G37 coupe automatic with the sport package. The two fairly major issues I've had was the dash cracking and the catalytic converters both failing. Luckily I bought the car used but still within its factory bumper to bumper warranty. I believe if you make a big enough deal out of it there is an extended warranty up to like 5 years or something on both the catalytic converters and the dash cracking cuz it is a known issue. I think my first catalytic converter was replaced under the regular bumper to bumper warranty but when the second one failed it was out. I still got them to replace it for free
how is it on gas?
Doesn’t the warranty have a time limit besides milage? I have a 2012 g37 convertible with 50k there’s no way its under warranty that would be a dream
A few months ago I picked up a 2010 G37X with 212k miles. Fully loaded with all the options, besides it not being the sport version of the X. 2 Previous owners. First one did all dealer service up to 140k, second owner replaced driveshaft, rear calipers, plugs+coils, some wheel bearings, flushed all the fluids, and did 5k oil changes. When I picked the car up it needed a battery, alternator(+ belt + pulleys + tensioner), and a starter. I still need to clean some grounds up and change the ATF, but the car is really drives great for the mileage.
My ‘09 G has 200,500 miles and just replaced the starter otherwise it has been a good car owned it 6 years now since 146k
Swapped out the stale stock air filters with K&N pre-oiled ones. Made a nice difference and I always run 93, as 91 is nowhere to be found...
I’ve had my 08 g35 sedan for 6 years now, bought it with 85k now it’s at 300k. Only have had to replace the alternator, ac compressor, and replaced the transmission at 260k due to a failed sensor that made it go into limp mode. Just replaced drivers side throttle body a couple days ago and had to reset the ecu….great car
I mean going over 200k… what’s to expect haha
Sorry for my ignorance bro but wouldn't have been easier to replace the sensor? I'm dealing with my 09 g37 that in limp mode at 135k (km) I thought it could be the weather as uts -30 where I live
@@serg7227 honestly imo it’s a quicker swap vs taking apart the transmission as well as removing it
All that in under 300,000 that’s not considered a good car. My last three civics ran to 400,000 zero issues. That’s a good car
@@tylerseabook9423 yeah I’m not surprised civics are notorious for lasting a long time. Doesn’t have as much shit to go wrong with the motor considering it’s a civic. Lmao
Just got a '13 G37X sedan so far I'm liking it! I'd like to get a new paint job tho...
I drive a G37 IPL, and am very pleased.
Performance: my best 1/4 time is 14.4 seconds. The G has plenty of torque, but the final drive ratio is less than perfect for 1/4 mile times. The G shifts from 4th to 5th gear just before the finish line. So I am crossing the finish line at the bottom of the torque curve not the top.
Automatic transmission: with 6 forward gears, the transmission is always “hunting” for the proper gear. The slightest change in road elevation, and the G will either up or down shift.
Reliability is excellent. Other than routine maintenance such as tires and oil changes, I haven’t put a dime into the car.
Summary: if you can find a used G37 IPL with less than 50,000 miles, get it. You will be please with the bang for your bucks.
Yoo is a 2013 ipl with 90k miles bad?
@@walkemdwn4586 no
@@awesomesaucetv8624 wb 120k rn
Yooo!! I have a chance to buy a 2012 g37xs coupe with 140,000km (100,000 miles = 160,000km). Is it a good price and is it a good investment for the future?
@@Xerxes_TV 100000 is way to many miles. Engine and transmission will be fine. Suspension will have to be upgraded. Thats big bucks.
I had 2012 g37 about 4 years it developed Nissan's famous Limp mode in the middle of highway. This car also designed difficult to maintain such as change the third brake light I have to take all back seat out to change that.
when I had my 2011 G37 S coupe I didn't experience none of these type of problems I did read the 2008 models had more problems than any of the other models
I have a 2011 coupe, done 56,000kms. Never any problems. Runs beautifully. Just regular servicing and home care.
Besides the steering wheel and AT lag everything else isn't that common that you mentioned. What you did forget was pre 2012 models have the gallery gasket issues.
This^
I bought a 2011 MT sedan with 56k miles thinking that it'll last for 200+k miles but didn't realize it's gonna be a money pit in the process. Although it's a fun car, it definitely isn't cheap to run. Sold it at 86k miles. It was already leaking oil from the timing chain cover...I definitely miss the car granted it disappointed me after just three years.
That’s the main issue! I be praying that shit don’t happen to me
I need to replace the gallery gasket on me and my wife’s 2008 Infiniti G37 type s coupe. Beat thing to do is get an after market metal gasket. The oem gallery gasket is made of a material that deteriorates all the time.
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Had a 2008 g37, great car as far as reliability only issue was some electrical problems at the end but cant complain when the only things I did were oil changes, brakes from 20k-110k
How many miles did it have in the end?
Had my ipl since 25k now it has 120k no probs only reg maintenance.. super reliable, loves to rev and fun af
seen the car in real life nd fell in love with the black look definitely working up to get this
I have a 2010 with 269,000 miles on it. Not one problem. Hope I didn't just jinx myself 😂
Good video, I currently own a 2010 Infiniti G37x Coupe and besides a few minor things the car is pretty solid and reliable
What are some of the issues you ran into so far?
I have the sedan same year awd. I think the only problems are, there is no music bluetooth/aux in some models. Other than that it's an amazing car that is undervalued.
@@ericpunkkinen5038 I agree with the Aux, I wish they had an Aux input in the car to play music that would have been great.. can't believe they didnt add that to this car but other cars that are wayy cheaper quality comes with them.. makes no sense
@@justincudo7127 I bought a $30 FM transmitter and solved most of the problems:) oh and the sound system is great too.
@@justincudo7127 do you not have a USB port in your center console? If you do, plug your phone charger into it. It acts as an aux
I love these kinda videos
Couldn’t agree more
Planning to buy a coupe 2008 g37 as my first car!
I’ve had my 08 g37 since 2020 170k miles on it. Regular oil changes. Only major repair I did was galley gasket and water pump and serpentine belt. I changed the everything dealing with the timing chain. Oh yea and vvt solenoids all that costed me about 3k. I’m gonna sell the car around July for about 2500
Had my 2013 g37 journey for abt 6 months now. No problems runs awesome get you one
Thank you for making this cutie ❤️
Lol wtf
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I’ve owned 3 Infiniti motors cars.
G37 sedan G37x coupe and Ex35
Never had any of these issues or any issues at all with any of them.
Have a '13 g37xs with ~ 60,000 miles. Runs, drives, and feels practically brand new
Same here have a 2011 G37x got it at 76,000 it’s now at 83,000 couple months , runs like a rolls Royce lol I did change Tran and engin oil and new powersteering fluid.
6 Speed 2013 IPL G37 Checking in ✅
I have a 2007 hr sedan with 175k miles and ill i use it for is drifting and the only issue ive had is the gallery gasket and steering wheell none of these have came up 2nd owner really a great car very reliable
looking to pick up a 2010 convertible one of these at 75k miles, cant wait
how much?
great video guy!
I have experienced NONE of the issues you mentioned except the backlight of the clock went out.
I have a 20012 G25 Journey RWD and absolutely love it! It does have pretty rough 3rd and 4th gear shifts
Bought my 09 g37 with 136k.. It has 150k now... Only issue i had so far was my fuel pump and ignition box...still running strong
What happened to your fuel pump?
I have a 2011 G37S with 129k miles and haven't had to do anything other than routine maintenance.
Same here in Australia.
My 2014 Q60/g37 has 72,000, has no issues so far. I feel like that's when they perfected Everything from 2014 to 2015 were the last G37 years for the coupe
Mine is 2006 with 90k miles lol. Good life left in it.
alot left in it
It’s still a baby
2008 G37S 6MT with 174K miles and it runs like a fuckin champ! Extremely reliable car. Besides some of the shitty material that deteriates over time as explained in this video (sticky dash, steering wheel peeling) I have zero complaints. I just keep up with the maintenance on it and thats pretty much it. I drive my car pretty hard and the ONLY issue which I have had and is also a common issue on these cars is that in less than 2 years i had to replace the CSC and master cylinder twice due to failure. Other than that. This car is bulletproof!
Sedan?!!
@@aryaahmadi4029 coupe
@@c_rodtv4880 noice.
My G37 has about 84K miles and I really hadn't had any real issues with it. Only maintenance, a clock issue and my mechanic said the brake master cylinder was probably going to need replacement eventually. Two weeks ago the transmission went out and I learned that it was due to the radiator leaking into the transmission. The cost of replacing the radiator and transmission would approach $10,000. What is the power train warranty on that car?
@@mctierca what year is it ??
Just found a 2013 black/black 6-speed manual coupe with 43,500 miles and a clean record at a small dealership. Listed at $21,995. What do you all think if I were to get at $19k?
damn that sounds sick
Good video, but nothing about main problem. Cars 2008-2013 have oil gallery gasket issues. Cost is $2000-3000 to fix it. Also sunroof drain system leaks
I have a 2012 g37 sedan premium package with 115k miles only thing I’ve had to replace was valve cover gaskets, manifold gaskets, sunroof water leak, and my dashboard is pretty cracked even thought it has ALWAYS been garaged kept and well maintained.
Sounds like a lemon.... Also pretty sure you had to replace brakes along the way and you should flush the trans and diff fluids asap and also the spark plugs and air and cabin filters, but I think you are not telling the whole story, or you don't maintain the car well.
CLEARLY I am talking about ISSUES I’ve had to take fix, I wasn’t talking about routine maintenances and other maintenance such as brakes, tranny, diff fluids and other things like air filters that I have definitely done to the car.
Don’t forget the cluster light going out and the fuel line not being accurate
In 2017 I was finally in a position to buy my mid-life crisis car with my wife's full support. I wanted something zippy and it absolutely had to have a stick shift and a rear back-up camera. After months of trying to find a used Infiniti G35/37, my wife actually ran across a 2009 G37 on Ebay auction. I won the car for $9,815. It had 106K miles on it.
I love the car. It simply performs, and it's short wheel base and tight width (smallest in its class) allows me to slide between cars and semis on the highway at 80 mph with ease. I'm sure it torques off other drivers, but I really don't care.
The downside to this car is that it is labor-intensive. Everything is very tightly packed, and you must remove the engine for most major work (spark plugs, timing chain, water pump). At around 120K miles, I had to have the timing chain replaced, and a local shop told me they could do the work. They screwed up a lot, such as using RTV instead of an O-ring, and they missed the paper gaskets. After more than $4K to those guys, I ended up having to take it to the dealer where I've now spent another $4K. Lesson learned.
Sadly, Nissan has stated they will no longer make stick shifts, because "the computer and transmission are faster and smarter than the driver." That's funny, because I don't know how the computer knows that I want to downshift into 5th at 80 mph so I can slide between two cars without having to tap my breaks, or how the transmission knows I need to down shift hard to take an upcoming curve that it can't see. Looks like my next one will be a Mustang.
I have a 2010 g37x for over 2 years and I barely had any of these problems
That g35 interior is just sheer nostalgia for me. My first car, buying a g37 from 2010-2013. Should I go for rebuilt? I’ve found sound with like 60k miles for about 7k
hey man did you end up getting it? looking to get a rebuilt one but not sure
Why didn't you get it ?
I have g37x 2013 with 78k miles and all good but replaced ac compressor once under extended warranty. Otherwise, it is a great car, sporty and comfortable at the same time and can get aggressive and racy if you want.
I have a 2009 G37x coupe 255k miles, its aggressive and very racy. I love it!
how much did u buy it for?
I have an 07 g35x and the steering wheel lock broke but as long as you don’t care if the wheel doesn’t lock you can fix it for free by pulling 1 fuse
LOL thats why I am so happy to stay with my 2004 g35 sedan... dealerships constantly send me flyers to upgrade... NO WAY.... the car runs great!
I’m actually making a video talking about the G35 😂
I have the 2015 Q60s and thankfully the only issue I have is the steering wheel peeling
Just bought a 2013 g37S coupe with 240,000 miles for 5k and the transmission blew on my way home from the dealership. Worst car to buy
Really 240,000 miles? What do you expect?
@@DavidEVogel 😂
at 240k miles THEY should have paid you to take it away
@@DavidEVogel didn’t expect the motor to blow at 110 mph on the interstate, sorry I didn’t drive any faster😪
@@kool-aidman8230 Not making fun of your bad luck. But you must admit that 240K miles is a lot of miles!
Surprised that the passenger seat occupancy sensor issue didn’t make the list. It was gonna cost like $8k for a new passenger seat in my G37 ‘vert so I just bought a little box that emulates the sensor and tells the car everything is ok. Otherwise the SRS system will disable itself.
Just got a 2013 Infiniti g37s with 56k miles and the transmission when I barely touch the gas shifts slow and and a little hard but if I hit the gas shifts fast and smooth is it normal for these transmissions I have heard they can be kinda clunky transmissions
try a trans flush and maybe a tune for that.
we just got our 2012 Journey sedan 1.5 months ago. The trans seems good, the rpm on the highway are a total joke however...
Only issue I had with my 2012 g37 sedan journey at around 90k miles was a plastic connector in the cooling system...hard to replace as far as position...its at the back of the engine, so you will need an extension to reach it.
You missed a few big ones for G37. Passenger Occupant Sensor fails and can only be fixed properly by replacing the entire passenger seat for $5K - $7K or installing an OCS Emulator bypass to keep your airbag on all the time. Third option is to ignore the blinking red light about airbag failure on dash and Passenger airbag disabled light on the console. The sensor is not field replaceable and even if it was and you found the part in a junkyard, the labor to take apart the seat and specifically the bottom cushion would be huge. Easier to just replace the entire seat if you can find on that matches or just use an OCS bypass.
Also, while they had dash recall for the earlier G37s, the newer ones (2010+) still get sticky / shiny and probably will eventually melt / crack, but as of yet no recall.
i got the stickness to go away with oxiclean. The shine is present but better than before, dust doesnt stick to it though, and no cracking. I could prob make it look great if spray painted it, but im not gonna remove the entire dash, that is way too much work
There solid my dads g has 180,000 miles only issue Is the dif leakes but you can fix it with epoxy
Bought a 2012 G37 Journey sedan 1.5 months ago with 80k on it. Nice car, very quick, rides great, looks nice. The stock stereo is a JOKE, the drivers side lumbar support is not too great, the heat on that seat barely if at all works. The rack and pinion is a lame 3.0 turns lock to lock, so the on center feel is lame and I have to use more effort than the 2.6 turns L2L of our 2008 Saturn Aura. The main problem with the car are the highway revs. At 2k rpm, the car is going only 61mph. That is a total JOKE for a modern V6 with 7 gears, 2 of which are overdrive. Our '08 Saturn Aura does 75 @ 2k, and a 2019 Charger GT we drove did 82 @ 2k. Why 7th gear is .77 with a 3.36 axle ratio is beyond me. 7th gear should be a .68. Really DUMB.
Looking at one for 8k and it has 150k miles a 2008. Stick shift. Should I get it?
suprised you said nothing about the gallery gasket.
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I found a 2008 g37 coupe journey with 105k miles for $8k, Should I buy it? If not, what would be a good price for it? Thanks!
I would try to push for $7500, that would be a decent deal. Try to find as many minor issues that might need repairs and use that to bring it down a bit. Tell the seller how much it may cost to fix, ect. If it’s in perfect, like new condition. Just offer $7300 and meet him at $7500.
@@AutoMotivate thanks alot my man!
Depends on the condition, if the car looks well maintained and the interior is in good shape then 7500 is a good price. And get the car inspected by a good mechanic.
As long as the car fax is clean. See if you can drive it and hear the car for yourself. If you like it and no accidents yeah definitely. Car will last another 100k with maintenance and good care.
My only issue was the P0300 but she good now
Got mine at 74k miles now has 135k. Only thing “major” was a vacuum leak
the biggest issue is the a/t delay on up shifts
The sport mode is a bit quicker to respond and will keep you in the power band until you let off the gas for a sec
Point blank period the engine and the car itself is bullet proof with minor repairs things like cracked dash board or painting coming off the steering wheels means nothing to me. Take care of your car do proper maintenance to it and it will take care of you
Lmao you didn’t even mention the biggest issue for 08-11 models, the gallery gaskets
Owned a g35 and G37s and I never had any of those problems lol
Have a g37 mines is at 140k had it at 20k great car super reliable.
You forgot the CVT transmission that massively fails somewhere around 80k. $10k for a new one, $2k for a used.
Infinitis don’t have cvt transmissions
@@griffin499 Tell that to my G25x
@@jamiedavisson they come wit 7 speed automatic transmissions not cvt
@@griffin499 I stand corrected. The Nissan model has CVT but the Infiniti has the 7 speed. I don't think much of the 7 speed but it's current problems may stem from a faulty body control module.
@ Imma say this once again the Infiniti brand does not use cvt the Altima’s and the maximas did
Do you think 110k miles on a 2012 is a good buy? Assuming the car is routinely maintained
Hi Markus! I bought a G37 Coupe 2012 cash from a lady that was the only owner, car had only 35k miles on it, the lady kept it in the garrage, barely drove it. I would recommend deff look up some more, 110k mile for California is still considered “good” millage on the car but still...is 110k.... If that will be your everyday car, you should consider that you will add up miles on it and since the car is already 8 years old, maintanance issues will start to arrive. I know also that it is hard to find G37 Coupes now (not sure if you want a sedan or coupe) since a lot are still very pricey and majority do have a lot of miles on them and the exterior/interior does need some fix (leather sits usually get cracks on the leather) as well the steering wheel a lot of the times looks bad and chiped.
Look more into it, maybe you get a better deal, and if you dispose of some money, I would recommend you to buy it cash, since at the auto dealerships these cars are still expensive and you will end up paying on it almost double at the end of your payments.
I wish you good luck on finding the car you love and when you do, I hope it will bring you a lot of happiness! Take care and be safe!
The ac compressor issue is only for 2013 model? Did they change a supplier that year?
I had bought a 08g37 sport coupe with 84k he was selling for 11.5k but I ended up getting it for 9500 did I get robbed ? It has isr test pipes greedy exhaust , takeda intakes and UpRev tune . Also came with a wrap & tires my friend said I get robbed . Opinions I have the title
2008 is an exceptionally good year for the G37. only 84K miles - You were not robbed!
Had the same problem with my 2013 it overheats every time I put on the ac
Check your core heater hose, mines did the same but just ordered the part.. get a METAL one!!
These are issues that most owners do not experience it’s a very reliable vehicle I had a G 35 and now I am in the market for a G 37+ this guy says he wishes he owned one which means he doesn’t have personal experience with the vehicle
No personal experience with the G37, you are correct. But, I do with the G35. However, from the hours spent researching owner complaints and issues that pop up most commonly, these were the culprits.
The video is a guide for potential owners, so they know what to look for. Like you! Definitely not saying don’t buy the car.
I still want it
facts
They’re still hella reliable. Ofc the things that go bad are just petty things. Mechanically they rarely fail. The electrical shit is the problem
@@ericwhite9189 I can’t wait im trading my mazda 6 for one
@@0to60_ worth it man I got a 08 g37
@@barxweight nice 😈
I’m Considering Buying A 2011 G37x Limited Edition With 134K Miles
Would It Be Worth The $10,800???
@@ItzMagec no that’s miled out.
2012 and under have gallery gasket issues
It’s sad because I want a 335i but if it’s not as reliable with bolt ons and tunes as a g37 then in my head it’s not a reliable car
Didn't mention the flashing airbag lights and costly repair! I personally think the manufacturer is responsible for the cracked dashboards and should replace them free of cost
Yah if my car was sitting at 12k rpm at idle I to would think there is a problem