Bought a used FX50S then drove it home 1,700 miles (oh the adventure)

I recently purchased a 2009 Infiniti FX50S from the small town of Russell Springs Kentucky, two hours from the nearest airport and zero transportation available. Ended up booking a one way drive with an NSX buddy's friend who drives for their auto dealerships.
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[@imkona87]

I bought my 2010 FX50S brand new and still love driving it with 112000 miles on the clock. These cars were way ahead of their time. Mine has 4 wheel steering, radar cruise control and even headlights that swivel while cornering.

[@fatsmile77]

Love the FX50…infinity was at the peak of their time….until they decide to rename the FX and the G. The Q badging confuse the people and confuse all infinity owner. There should only be one Q….and it’s the Q45. They should all be fired!!! Worst move ever.

[@VidaLatinaTVUSA]

wow!! this is amazing!! i did the same !! i went to Sacramento, CA for my Infiniti FX50S and then drove back to Phoenix, AZ!!! and this is my favorite toy absolutely!!! LOVE IT!! God Bless you Bro!!

[@HardParking]

We gotta connect!

[@t0pqt754]

Hey Vida Latina TV, what year was your fx50, when did you buy it and how many milage was it when you bought it? Also if you don't mind telling me, how much did you buy it for? thanks!

[@blewprent]

I have a 09 FX35 with 180k miles and i love it!! Its a deep chocolate brown/purple color with dark brown interior. Its now 2024 and the body style on these just doesnt age! Super beautiful. Im just now realizing how ahead of the times this vehicle was having driver assist sensors, backup camera, among other things that cars just didnt come with in 2009. Mine is 16 years old and Im just now experiencing the dreaded "the manufacturer has stopped making parts for this car ma'am" situations so im thinking of getting a newer one. Im keeping this one of course. Lol!

[@HardParking]

You have arguably the most beautiful color of the 09+ FX/QX! Crazy how a lot of newer crossover mid size SUVs have the same shape as these 03-17 Infinitis!!! We also have a 2023 MDX lease and it doesn’t even have the overhead camera because we didn’t get the upper trim levels. I’m like even my old 07 FX35 had that stuff!! The screen resolution and camera clarity sucks, but at least I can park confidently in the old 07 and now the 09. Thanks for stopping by.

[@blewprent]

@@HardParking Yeah, I love to show out backing into parking spots like its a piece of cake. Lol. Having had 2 Mercedes SUVs in the past, I'd never go back. The only other SUV I would consider is the Genesis GV80....it's a fine machine!

[@HardParking]

@@blewprent I haven’t driven a GV70 or 80 but I’ve heard nothing but amazing things about them. I used to drive cars and do reviews on this channel but my Infiniti stuff and studio stuff always got the most views and interactions. 😂

[@blewprent]

@@HardParking I'll have to subscribe and check out more of your content. Thanks for the posts!

[@pescarolo126]

I have a 2013 FX50s, and a 2017 Q70s(this one bought new) for years owning the Q70s I didnt realized it has audio bluetooth, pair with your phone and look around it will play music with your phone, I only notice the FX50s has it because the previous owner who sold me the car it said audio bluetooth. I like that feature bc I only thought the Q70 you have to download music into USB storage then listen from there

[@HardParking]

FX50 didn’t have Bluetooth audio pairing until 2010 or 2011. I have the GROM unit in there now though.

[@katherinecox6044]

Thanks for taking us with you Jhae. Loved the music and the bottles!

[@HardParking]

You’re the bestest

[@toonsvision23]

I miss my 09 fx50s 😞 beast sleeper crossover suv had for 1 year and got hit 🤦‍♂️

[@markellison7501]

I got the same SES light on my dash a few weeks ago, got the current version of the replacement part from the dealership because the Autozone after-market replacement was almost 2x the dealership price (go figure)! Anywho, here's the part number Nissan part number, valve under gas tank, that cleared up SES dash light issue up for my 2009 FX50S, {14935-JF01C}.

[@HardParking]

Yeah I ended up fixing mine shortly after the video. Still rocking the bank 1 efficiency sometimes even with extenders but no other issues.

[@vinnymarino7132]

What was that module for the Apple CarPlay

[@reyesromero7121]

im about to do the same drive over 1k miles to get mine any suggestions?

[@bigjoewebb]

Just picked up an 09 fx50S, LOVING IT!!!!!

[@HardParking]

Awesome Joel, let me know if you want to talk all about it. We can have an FX50S conversation on my podcast

[@bigjoewebb]

@@HardParking I would like to be a part of it, just let me know when!!! 👍

[@t0pqt754]

Hey Joel Webb, what year was your fx50, when did you buy it and how many milage was it when you bought it? Also if you don't mind telling me, how much did you buy it for? thanks! I am also looking to buy a FX50

[@bigjoewebb]

@@t0pqt754 I bought it with 250k miles on it, 09 fx50S with all the options, it now has 263k and still running strong. Since it was higher mileage, I only paid $8k, had to drive to INNER Oklahoma to get it, scary situation 🙄, but it worked out.

[@t0pqt754]

@@bigjoewebb dang 250k mile, anything I should worry about after buying ? Any problems that you faced? Thanks for replying.

[@SuburbanK2500]

I have a 2007 FX35 and an looking to fly out to purchase and drive back a 2010 FX50S, and then sell the 2007 FX35. It's a high mileage car, but supposedly meticulously maintained and other than a cracked windshield, is mint. Hope buddy responds and the desk his through.

[@wgnths]

That was actually dope to watch over my cup of Joe bro

[@crazyone1067]

Heck man, you should have stopped over in Nashville. 😂

[@antoniowilliamson1351]

Just purchased a 2011 FX 50 S from a gent in Navato California had it shipped to my home in Chandler Az

[@HardParking]

Bro that’s awesome. We’re practically neighbors. I’m in Gilbert

[@amirlincoln7183]

Great Video !!!

[@vinnymarino7132]

I have an 09 fx35 love it

[@kevinbarbee5900]

Three months ago flew to Houston and picked up 2017 QX70 Limited and drove it home to Kansas City

[@marcbeebee6969]

Great Video. I did not understand the names of the parts you got for the Radio. You got a list or links ?

[@HardParking]

GROM Vline2, somewhere in my videos there’s a link.

[@HiTechLeague]

FX35 SPORT? 😀

[@Wheels_Tech]

Are you still enjoying the FX50S and are there any issues you encountered since you got it home??

[@blkhrse6]

With Special Guest: Randy Alameda Master of the Gibson SG and the Frontier Roll!

[@sebastianfedorowicz6967]

Very nice movie. How do you like the car So far. I used to have 2007 fx 35 and two days ago i bought 2009 fx 50s and it is waiting for my at my drive yard. Can't wait to drive it.

[@HardParking]

That’s awesome. I bought this 50S to replace my 07 FX35 Sport that I finally sold about a month ago. I had some issues once I got home from this road trip but most of it has been taken care of. The dashboard needs to be replaced and I need a new catalytic converter. Also. The power steering pressure hose is discontinued and that’s what cost me a lot of money to have repaired.

[@sebastianfedorowicz6967]

@@HardParking this is not too bad. As long as there is no power train issues I am happy. I got bmw x6 50i 2010 and after 2 years of light use and only maybe 5k miles I put on i got valve seals to replace, one turbo is leaking and dome other minor stuff. Nevertheless it will cost mi about 5500 USD to fix.

[@Willllotus]

Just as busy as I remember... 👀 ... dead. Lolol

[@mrlebaneseboss]

hey man any way you can let me know what you repaired on your FX? I bought a 2009 fx50 with 1700000 miles. Still looks like a new SUV. Few issues though mine has issues when reaching 3500 rpm it chokes and shakes. The whole dash is lit up as well. Only codes i see are 1. P0430 exhaust”catalyst system efficiency below threshold”which is probably dure to the fact that the previous owner did a shit job with the aftermarket exhaust 2. P0024:” “B” Camshaft position timing over advanced or system performance.

[@mrlebaneseboss]

For anyone interested I replaced the solenoid bank B and the issue went away!

[@SowedCastelli]

Hey @Antonio, thank you for the tip 🙏

[@coreyforte6673]

Yo I think I met you before. I worked at conns Home plus on south blvd in charlotte

[@HardParking]

Sorry Fam, I’ve only been through the Charlotte airport

[@robertdixon5303]

Do you still have the fx50s? Are you overall satisfied or was it a bad buy? Im considering one very similar to yours.

[@HardParking]

I’m sorry for the delayed response. Yes, I still have it and am loving it. I had to dump a couple thousand into repairs once I made it home from this trip, but thank god it didn’t have issues on the long drive at least.

[@bigjoewebb]

@@HardParking what exactly did you have to get done?

[@ChinkyRoz]

@@HardParking What did you have to get done to the vehicle?

[@HardParking]

@@ChinkyRoz So far the trasmission/powersteering high pressure hose (mfg discontinued, they had to rebuild the old one), leaky valve covers, needs bank1 catalytic converter (used foulers to pass emissions but now its always on), the belts needed to be replaced... the low end pressure hose is leaking but have not yet replaced it. And I had a new dashboard installed.

[@cesarg8087]

After 4 months how is the car? I found one but I am little iffy about the age. is it worth?

[@HardParking]

It is.

[@tae7558]

What repairs did you have to do ?

[@HardParking]

power steering pressure hose took a dump on me but at least it waited until I got home. Had to get it rebuilt because mfg discontinued

[@MECACARL]

USB IS IN THE GLOVE-BOX UNDER THE ARMREST

[@HardParking]

Not on a 2009, that’s started in 2010

[@nismonissan87]

how is the mpg on this bad boy given being v8 awd on highway

[@HardParking]

Terrible lol

[@benjamin47able]

I’m thinking about getting a 2012 fx50s

[@HardParking]

Do it

[@kingofuseddurablecars.ls6040]

What Repairs did you have to get done??? FX50 are expensive to fix

[@HardParking]

Yes. Yes it was.

[@mrlebaneseboss]

@@HardParking hey man any way you can let me know what you repaired on your FX? I bought a 2009 fx50 with 1700000 miles. Still looks like a new SUV. Few issues though mine has issues when reaching 3500 rpm it chokes and shakes. The whole dash is lit up as well. Only codes i see are 1. P0430 exhaust”catalyst system efficiency below threshold”which is probably dure to the fact that the previous owner did a shit job with the aftermarket exhaust 2. P0024:” “B” Camshaft position timing over advanced or system performance.

[@Countspankulot]

How is the ride quality?

[@HardParking]

Still loving it. I’ve been terrible at updating with vids on this page but I should be doing a couple more of the FX soon

[@MECACARL]

...I have a Complete Set of 2015 Navigation Disk I purchased New to update my 2010 FX 35. Let's talk. Peace.

[@fatsmile77]

Love the Fx….so rare, sexy, and timeless. A challenger SRT dig me at a right light, and took him like a car length. The fx50 eats the SRT for breakfast! All day every!!

[@7Jayday365]

Must of been a old challenger

[@ragoff]

this video is hilarious actually.

[@HardParking]

I hope in a good way lol

[@ragoff]

@@HardParking yes, in a good way

[@AtegoLSMercedes]

FX 👍⚡☝⚒🌐☝♥️⚒🛠🌐⚡👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@e7bk]

Just I got FX50 2011 60k miles for 9000$

[@sebastianfedorowicz6967]

Wow. Nice price man. I hope car is ok.

[@HardParking]

Awesome on the mileage find

[@e7bk]

@@sebastianfedorowicz6967 like a new

[@e7bk]

@@HardParking because I bought it from copart Auction , nobody sell clean car for this price out of auction

[@t0pqt754]

Hey Ali Kurdy, I am also trying to buy a FX50. Could you tell me how you bought it? thank you!

[@kingofuseddurablecars.ls6040]

How much did you pay for her??

[@HardParking]

$12.5k

[@kingofuseddurablecars.ls6040]

@@HardParking Thanks. After Taxes = $14K. You got her fixed up I say about $16.5 everything.

[@HardParking]

@@kingofuseddurablecars.ls6040 that’s crazy taxes on a $12.5k car. But no, I paid no taxes as I bought it out of state. Had I paid taxes, it would been couple hundred at best. After repairs I’m about $14.5k now, but to make it tip top, it would be about $16-$17k.

[@kingofuseddurablecars.ls6040]

@@HardParking In Philly its 8 cents on a dollar so $12.5 in PA is $1000 taxes. Now I think the Fx50 is cheaper to maintain because the FX50S has the Suspension in the back wheels. Thanks for your time bro 🙏. I'm ready for one but my Budget is only $15K total.

[@thalo9237]

@@kingofuseddurablecars.ls6040 I have a 08 LS600HL. Niemen Marcus limited edition.. Extremely rare car.. Awesome may I add.. Do you have one?

[@michaelbest4356]

Next time get a pre-purchase inspection.

[@HardParking]

Unfortunately it wasnt really an option.

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[@Robelis1]

Osea..., tengo q ver toooda tu trayectoria, q hables con un amigo, lo q cagas, como meas, lo q comes y toda esa pendejada SOLAMENTE para q al final me enseñes el carro de verdad, jajajaja. Please 😒👎🏽

[@FDSeoul]

NOthing and I mean nothing beats a V8 feeling when driving.

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