2000 Infiniti I30: under $2000 these are a steal

[@mikeware69]

Bro.......you sold the shid outta this car....GIVE THIS MAN A RAISE HE IS THAT GOOD👍

[@jamezwoodz9217]

Lmao..

[@pukipoochman]

Just bought one three months ago from a friend in great condition. It's olive green and has surpassed my expectations. Great car.

[@SayWtfiWant]

I got the same color but my 01 take 93

[@monicaknight1221]

I just got one (in 2016) for $1300! Only 130,000 miles (mostly hwy miles) WELL maintained, and I just LOVE it! A beautiful car that rides like a dream! :)

[@everycarSeattle]

+Monica Knight That was a great buy Monica!

[@dltbaudio2883]

I got mines in august this year 2016 mine has 145,000 miles mine was well maintained too

[@mydecember1985]

We've owned a 2000 I30 for almost 12 years. 170k miles with nearly no issues. We're buying a 75k mile I35 tomorrow. Love them!

[@everycarSeattle]

I35's are one of the secret amazing cars of the decade. Stylish, comfortable, lots of power and excellent gas mileage...oh, and they cost nothing, have amazing resale value from here and are incredibly reliable.

[@mydecember1985]

Agreed. I'm actually still looking to find another pristine one with 50k miles or so under $7-8k just to hold onto it til one of our others dies. We only get 24-26 mpg on our aging i30, but the "new" i35 is getting between 27-28 after 2 tanks so far. Bigger engine but better mileage. Whhaaaaatttt?? I think the bad O2 sensor is causing the lesser mileage. Downstream rear sensor has been throwing a code for 4 years and i'm finally replacing it Friday. Along with the first time I've done a trans, power steering, and coolant flush in almost 80k miles. Long overdue but still going great.

[@mustafakabiruolowolagbamko5340]

I have the Infiniti i30 2001 one owner car with 253,000 + miles on it. I bought it for $600 at the auction and drove it on a 32 hour trip from Boston to College station Texas without a stop except to buy gas and little rest time. Its amazing how smooth and great this car drives, The AC is out of this planet, all functions work and paint still great. i am loving it right now and will be keeping it for a longer time to come.

[@everycarSeattle]

Mustafa Kabiru Olowolagba MKO $600, dang. It makes you wonder why anyone ever buys new cars.

[@user-z3r0187]

Picked up a 2001 i30T with 97k miles for 2500. Owner took are of it and the undercarriage looks brand new aside from the regular wear such as the clear coat, some cracking on the driver's seat, minor scuff and scratches on the body. I'd say I did good.

[@nightmathzombieethan]

Drove a 1999 across the country, always comfortable and silky smooth 6 never broke a sweat. I still remember being impressed by it at one point going through Arizona, doing 90 up a steep hill in 120+ degree weather, AC on full blast. That was the only time it ever felt like it was under any sort of load.

[@everycarSeattle]

Other than the Toyota Avalon there really isn't a car like the I30 any more. It was genuinely a perfect car that lasted forever

[@robertwalker7010]

I have a 2002 i35 and it’s the best car I ever owned including the 2005 maxima wich I bought brand new I bought the I 35 used 14 years old. Very durable and I like driving it

[@justinthematrix]

Nice man I just bought a i35 sport with 168k on it for $1700. Everything works on it. Runs pretty smooth just some shaking above 40mph.

[@Marvinflores]

great review. i bought this vehicle in silver and black leather interior... Smooth driving to work. Great vehicle.

[@everycarSeattle]

Great choice...down the road you might want to take a look at an I35 as well...both are really underrated sedans!

[@slmdsdn351]

I have a 1997 Infiniti i30 that I've owned for 3 years. And it's been great these past 3 years. I've barely started having transmission problems this week. I'm going to try and service but might be upgrading to a newer Infiniti...maybe a Q50S. Love your videos very good detail and you know what you're talking about.

[@everycarSeattle]

Sorry about the transmission problem, but an inexpensive option to replace you I30 is to take a look at an I35...they cost nothing, have 255hp and get 30 mpg on the freeway.

[@liblib89]

This might sound weird, but I want to own another 2001 I30 just because I loved the way the interior smelled on them lol

[@everycarSeattle]

I know exactly what you mean liblib89! Audi's are the same in that they have a unique fragrance that rocks.

[@FLJAMESFL]

We had a I30t, it was a dream. Still on the road with 288000 miles. And lets not talk about the handling. It was a great car to us.

[@everycarSeattle]

FLJAMESFL Great car...stylish, practical and fun to drive. It's crazy that Infiniti discontinued the line. I love the G series but there was still room on the showroom floor and in customer's hearts for the I series. As much as I love the I30, the I35 was one of the high points ever for Infiniti as a brand...and they never advertised that car.

[@boomanhill9758]

I miss my old 1998 Infiniti that car been through hell with me but held up for its age 😂💯💪🏾

[@everycarSeattle]

They really are amazing cars and the best part is that you can sell them for pretty much what you bought them for.

[@videosandmore5277]

Purchased a 2000 i30t black on black for $1999 with 147k miles. Fully loaded. A few door dings and a few scratches (which you really have to look for) using as a winter backup while Cadillac is in storage. I'm happy with it!

[@everycarSeattle]

Great choice Timothy...when you sell it for what you paid years from now you'll wonder why everyone doesn't have an I30 for a second car.

[@PmPbreeze]

I own one at the moment using regular gas will ruin the Cadillac converter and regular gas will also burn faster so having regular gas is not good use only premium if you can't afford go as low as super only still a good review i watch this guy all the time.

[@4UVideoGames]

Pmpbreeze Ogah thanks for the heads up

[@WestCoastPCbuilder]

I'm buying a 2001 i30 on Sunday for $2500 canadian *$1800usd) with only 168,000km (100,000 miles). My first nice car ! My friends dad had a 1998 i30T and I never forgot how nice these cars were. Oh, great review btw !

[@harvident5703]

I feel like I got a steal..I just bought this car for 800$...The only thing wrong with it is it needs a rear strut and a good cleaning

[@haledwardbarnes3503]

I own a 2001 Infiniti I30 that’s Mahogany Pearl Metallic with a Buff (light tan) interior. I’m the second owner. I bought mine February 14, 2006. At purchase my “I” had 32,428 miles on the odometer. Now it’s September 2019 and my I30 has 64,164 miles. I have always used Premium Unleaded 93 Octane Gas. One of my best friends bought a new 2001 Millennium Green I30 in late 2001. When I drove that car I was amazed by the handling, power, the attention to detail, the fit and finish, how incredibly plush and luxurious that car was inside and out. I decided I would own one ASAP! I bought one as soon as it was within reach and was in as near as new condition as possible. I still think the exterior and interior design is stunning and fresh. The Bose stereo remains crisp and powerful. All Power Amenities function as if new. My local Infiniti dealer tells me they believe my I30 to be the finest “specimen” on the road. It is in EXCELLENT CONDITION inside and out. My car has always been maintained by the local Infiniti dealership. I still have a Infiniti battery under the hood. I have had many cars - new and classic. This is my favorite car. I have no plans to part with this pristine beauty. Other than wanting to share my opinions and experiences with this magnificent automobile and reviewing it from an owner’s perspective, I want to know if there are any Infiniti Car Clubs in the USA? Maybe the South?

[@everycarSeattle]

Best review ever. In many ways they are the end of an important generation of Japanese cars and though I don't know if they'll ever be collectible, they'll definitely start appreciating in the next few years...and then you'll start seeing early Maxima and I30/I35 clubs.

[@22358]

I bought a 2000 Infiniti I30 on Apr 2015 with 205k miles. So far, it is the best car I ever have! It has 271k now(Oct 2016). The engine is smooth, powerful, it sounds good and got 28 mpg all the time(90% highway) and have seen 33 mpg on long road trip! Looking forward to make the 300, 500k or even 1 million miles mark! And Infiniti should make a new one this day.

[@everycarSeattle]

How they discontinued this car boggles the mind. The I35 was just as good as the I30, then "poof," it's gone.

[@SistaHattie]

Anson Chow b

[@MrT-nh6di]

Back when vehicles had actual keys to stick and turn in the ignition.

[@everycarSeattle]

I miss keys...

[@michaelgill5186]

A VERY Underated car many Here in Australia still going great , Great on fuel 38mpg on long trips , does over 220 k/ph top speed, very comfortable a great touring car and very well built !

[@everycarSeattle]

They're a great car for Australia, sporty and comfortable for commuting yet plush and refined for long trips....with great economy as well.

[@tembaniphiri5485]

Own one although badged as a cefiro VQ20. Very good cruiser and reliable.

[@roccolove4797]

I just bought a 2000 infinity i30 w. Only 90,000 miles forest green, moonroof for only 3000.00 dollars what a rare find, low miles and garage kept in absolute beautiful condition inside and out, what can I say ,a car that is 23 years old with low miles and flawless...

[@everycarSeattle]

What a dynamite find! I'm so jealous. They are the perfect commuter

[@MartinDChao]

I got the 2000 Infiniti i30 from my parents. It still runs great. The power is phenomenal for me. Although there are more exterior dings and interior scratches (such as the broken compartment door on the dashboard) than the one in the video, I feel like I can drive this car forever. That said, it is creeping toward 150,000 miles, do you recommend any big service on the car?

[@zjones9876]

I had an 2001 i30 which at 263,000 miles I let somebody borrow and they totaled it. I took excellent care of that car and could probably have gotten another 100,000 miles out of it.

[@everycarSeattle]

One less I30 on the road...what a bummer. They might very well be the longest lasting car (other than older Mercedes diesels) I've ever come across.

[@jerronebenton7160]

582xxx 2001 i30

[@ramonebills9318]

I think it's a great car... I still own that car only mine is an i30t....The only difference, that I find with the 't' version is 1) the leather seats are black which look much nicer. And mine has an extra glove box above the clock. That and mine has mud flaps. I only stopped caring about mine after my tire fell off and Effed up part of the body like 1 year ago...... It was a great car imo....

[@Nosalez]

Did it fall off while driving????

[@nicselectronics81]

Recently bought a 96' i30 for $1700 with only 83k miles I love it solid performing car

[@TheTechCguy]

Who doesn’t love luxury that never eats up your cash? That’s cars like this. I love these older Japanese luxury sedans. 👌💯❤️❤️😎

[@ornim1]

I have one, I live in Bangladesh, it's called the nissan cefiro (1st gen) with the 2.0L VQ20 engine

[@everycarSeattle]

***** Infiniti (Nissan) didn't sell too many of them in the United States. They are a great car but hard to find.

[@408treyvonn9]

2001 with 243xxx miles and my infinity still drives like a champ 💪🏽

[@everycarSeattle]

One of the best built cars ever made.

[@ScorpioBeauty]

I'm going to look at one tomorrow. It has 75,000 miles on it for $4,900. The dealership initially wanted $5,900 but they reduced it because it hasn't sold.

[@everycarSeattle]

Rachel Stoutamire You have great taste Rachel.

[@ScorpioBeauty]

everycarSeattle thanks! I just parked it in my driveway. now some of the wood grain interior is pretty dinged up and the silver metal is showing from underneath. Would I be able to buy a wood grain interior kit and have it replaced? I know it's not a big deal but it is kind of bothering me. ha!

[@davidhenriquez9562]

Rachel Stoutamire i love that smile

[@nacholbre]

don't forget about the fog lights.

[@jayman7037]

One of the last super durable Nissan products.

[@everycarSeattle]

That's a good observation Jay Man, it might be the last Nissan of them all to regularly see 300k+ miles.

[@jamezwoodz9217]

Yes. That's what I heard also

[@chrisogg7115]

I just bought one of these. Sold as the Nissan Maxima here in Australia. Such nice features for a car of its price!

[@everycarSeattle]

Chris Ogg You have great taste. I didn't know they called it the Maxima in Australia. It's interesting because Nissan sells the Maxima here as well, but it's a different car.

[@davidsanford6084]

Excellent review but definitely needs premium Gas dont use regular gas in it.

[@lucianotovar1332]

I have one and it will run on regular but if you want its maximum performance I would recommend that you use premium fuel

[@neilbhagwandeen4670]

I still have may dad's 2003 Nissan Cefiro with 103k on it and I'll say it's a work horse. NB the Cefiro name was used for the rest of the world instead of Infiniti I30 it usually came with the same VQ engine but with a 2.0L-2.5L displacement making 200-220hp

[@TheHerreraEra]

Everyone that says use premium is a clown. Used regular for 6 years not one damn problem.

[@jerronebenton7160]

Mid grade

[@mardr7461]

Does it matter which state? Because in California at the catalytic converter is important when needing to get a smog check oh, and someone else was saying low octane gasoline can damage the catalytic converter.

[@rogermartin1944]

I agree, i predominantly use regular, once and a while in summer, i'll run some mid-grade, or premium thru it. Runs smooth as silk. Have not changed the plugs at 103k. Also, occasionally run some Techron, or Chevron/Texaco gas, where the Techron is blended right in.

[@thekidbart4528]

I30...i35....2000-2003=same as the 2000-2003 Nissan Maxima...if you own any Maxima of those years you know what to expect from this i35 ENGINE AND TRAN 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@raquelhardy6415]

Do you have one? If so, is it reliable? I'm thinking of purchasing a 2002 I35 with 140k miles.

[@gato_gc821]

great review.... i just bought one today for $3,000 147,000 miles...that is why i Utube it... like you mentioned it,no timing belt.. yeahh!!!

[@nickdaboii]

Damn dude. Good find. How's the exterior? I'm thinking of buying one for $4000 with 140k miles. Exterior is like a 7.5/10 but interior is 9.5/10

[@gato_gc821]

nick arndt exterior like 8.. interior like 9 for the year .. good on gas,considering is a V6....what i like about it is that there is no need for timing belt maintainance which can be very co$tly... and by the way the BOSE SOUND IS amazing that subwoofer in the back sounds like a big after-market woofer.

[@richandretti995]

nick arndt I bought one in April 2016 for $1400 Salvage title with 140,000 miles, and have recently thought of selling it. I think I won't anymore lol

[@4UVideoGames]

I'm going to be getting one soon. My great uncle will be handing it down to me. His is in almost new condition

[@4UVideoGames]

He had purchased it new

[@motleydude73]

Nissan Maxima. Brilliant cars ,and great value for money. A sedate looking sleeper. 157kw when you need it.

[@ezeooo]

good review I like the style of presentation please do more

[@everycarSeattle]

I'm on it Ezekiel, we'll be up and running full time within the next few days! Thank you SO MUCH for taking a look!

[@DerSpiess11]

I've been lucky in that I've owned 2 , 1 owner, of these cars, they are exceptional, very hard to fault.

[@everycarSeattle]

Not one but two, that is so cool. I always crack up when someone has an amazing experience with a car and it gets totaled or what have you and they don't go right back and buy that same car. I guess we're all on the hunt for a little variety

[@backseatdriver4833]

Why so many service records? Did it break down that much? And how expensive is it to fix?

[@RPD91]

they released it in the Middle east, Austrelia and Asia I believe as the Nissan Maxima. these were rockets on the roads.

[@brianzak]

I just bought one...Love it.

[@improductreview5063]

Great video great car.. I've been scrapping money to buy this car, particularly cefiro bougham vip 2003. I know nothing about the engine and maintenance stuff. Could you give some pointers for me? Or it'd be great if I can show you the video of the car condition i wish to buy. Thanks a lot

[@everycarSeattle]

IM Product Review The best advise is to get a buyer's inspection before you buy at an Infiniti dealer, not an independent mechanic, an Infiniti dealer. Infiniti uses a proprietary data system that allows them to see every record of every Infiniti everywhere in the country. This information is so invaluable in a buyer's inspection. Trust the dealer to tell you what the car needs and you are good to go. Don't be afraid if a car or two fails the inspection. Losing $129 to avoid buying a bad car is the best money you will ever spend.

[@monaesopretty9231]

That's the kind of car I have WOW

[@everycarSeattle]

You have great taste Tierra!

[@BrendsMelvin]

Do you still have the Infiniti 2000 I30 if you do what's the price

[@davidcruz3174]

Where could I find a good deal on this car? Really caught my interest.

[@noncustody]

A warning regarding I30/Maxima. They often have issues with error codes involving the upper and lower catalytic converter. I have owned my 2000 I30 for 12 years.

[@everycarSeattle]

David Cruz They are fairly common on ebay, auto trader, etc...just make sure you get a buyer's inspection at the Infiniti dealer. It's the best $129 you will ever spend.

[@marnel1121]

EXCELLENT JOB ON SELLING THIS VEHICLE!!!

[@everycarSeattle]

Thank you so much Marlon, I appreciate you taking a look!

[@slhines7]

How much do you think a 2000 I30 Touring model with 72k one owner miles sell for?

[@everycarSeattle]

$3000 and it would be a great buy.

[@yobabyfresh8492]

2001 i30...180000...800$...should I get it?

[@leongjohn]

I like this Car

[@everycarSeattle]

One of the best, affordable luxury cars ever made.

[@KingdomUploader]

i thought all year models had the same engine and they all use a timing chain....right?

[@everycarSeattle]

I30's and I35's have different engines but both engines have timing chains as opposed to timing belts.

[@captigaular]

i own 1 of this car..its great car although its cheap.

[@everycarSeattle]

Cheap and great...the perfect combo!

[@Mr.Phoreskin]

I still daily a 1996 I30

[@doughiggins6801]

I have a 96 maxima 230,000 miles loved it great car. Son has it now just got a 2000 infiniti i30 100,000 miles. Needs some work lets see if I can get it 300,000

[@chili_boi2537]

Looks like a Lada sovient car

[@everycarSeattle]

I haven't seen a Lada in years...do they even still make them?

[@leongjohn]

Cefiro A33 /Maxima qx

[@CharcoalJoe]

Thank you, Joe!

[@everycarSeattle]

Thank for taking a look CharcoalJoe, I appreciate it!

[@CharcoalJoe]

@@everycarSeattle SURE!!!

[@lendaryreviews]

I bought it. Twice !

[@everycarSeattle]

You have great taste le93ndary!

[@therv5000]

I have the exact same car, in the exact same condition.. Only Mine's an i30t(not sure what the difference is), has a black leather interior as opposed to the grey color and 175kms as opposed to 175 miles and mine has mud flaps as well... How much would this car be worth in Canada at this moment in time? Thanks...

[@everycarSeattle]

+Ryan Bills $4000, maybe a click more if it's super nice

[@classiql]

Dope video!

[@everycarSeattle]

Thanks BrothaAshyknees, I appreciate you taking a look. Have a great 2019!

[@classiql]

@@everycarSeattle 🤜🏿💥🤛🏿

[@CharcoalJoe]

@@classiql LOL, I know you walk into a lot of jokes with that name!! LOL!!

[@classiql]

@@CharcoalJoe def a convo starter 😂 😂 👍🏿

[@MymRockero]

this is not a 2000 model its a 2001, the steering wheel its different

[@edsmith4903]

Dude you said it was 3 minute vid but it's 9

[@everycarSeattle]

+Ed Smith My boss and my wife would be quick to tell you that I never shut up.

[@jamezwoodz9217]

Lmao.like right

[@qanononabong8491]

It takes Premium gas.

[@everycarSeattle]

You can use either one. We went through this a lot back in the day...the owner's manual reads: "Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 96). If unleaded premium is not available, unleaded regular with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Research octane number 91) can be used."

[@kingdarius5252]

100 service records? It must have been a piece of shit!

[@everycarSeattle]

Keep in mind that a car driven 18000 miles a year for 15 years has 90 receipts just in 3000 mile oil changes. It's not a piece of poop, just a car with higher miles the next owner should feel comfortable buying.

[@kingdarius5252]

LOL! Oil should never be changed every 3,000 miles! Now we know Infiniti has been ripping its customers off on oil changes all this time. @@everycarSeattle

[@LegalZephyr]

I watched for 3 minutes, and all I learned was that you are a commission paid salesman

[@everycarSeattle]

+Legal Zephyr I'm actually not, but I will always be a car salesman at heart. I think car salesmen have about the toughest job in the world and I respect how much determination it takes to be successful in car sales.

[@LegalZephyr]

everycarSeattle Well, maybe you should become a car expert or have some sort of car background knowledge before you come on here and "make us experts"... Because, let's be real here, all you really told us was that the paint color is white and it has leather seats. I really don't consider myself an expert knowing that...

[@motleydude73]

​@@LegalZephyr What a muppet 😂

[@speedtime2834]

going to buy one from a retired guy for 1700

[@JamesUnger-y6u]

This is 2014 W.T.F. why?????

[@brianmiranda2659]

My infinity takes premium i30 2000😅

[@jeffkeni]

What does Edmunds really know anyway... Thanks for the real scoop on the i30, Joe.