Is the Infiniti FX 45 a better value than a Porsche Cayenne or BMW X5? are they the same?

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[@orbeengaapine2740]

...its 2022 thats 19 years later but Ive still yet to see a cross over that looks better and sounds thank the fx, for ,me the fx is a collectors car...and is timeless.

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

I agree!

[@lambster85]

well spoken I own a copper 2003 fx45 with 70k I always get nice complments and looks!

[@thedailybeatyt5065]

2022 it’s my daily driver best choice I’ve ever made

[@ACLMSC]

Agreed! I had a 2004 and still have a 2010 fully loaded. I love my vehicle. The used QX70 prices are holding firm.

[@Adrianwesker]

I bought my 04 Infiniti FX45 for $1000 yes for that price with 128k miles. I only did the wheel bearing. I am so happy! Its a steal price! The Dr who sold it to me was mpving to Italy the next day so he sold it to me for $1k. I put a straight pipe exhaust and sounds so nice. Been happy for a month now. Keeping it till it breaks!

[@khmerbraveheart]

Mine had 265,000k miles on it. Had it for 5 years. Used it to go on long trip every weekend. I sold it and got a QX60 2018. I had to watch your video 'cause I actually miss my old FX haha

[@ClassicInvestments1]

such a great car.....

[@khmerbraveheart]

@@ClassicInvestments1 haha yeah, but with over 200,000k miles.. It was time for something new. I kind of had all the fun in that car. So I had no regrets.

[@mk3mo578]

@@khmerbraveheart Any major problems?

[@khmerbraveheart]

@@mk3mo578 fx? Or qx60? Fx none. QX60 nothing so far. It's performance can't beat the MDX but the quiet cabin makes it up when you have a kids.

[@mk3mo578]

@@khmerbraveheart fx50

[@chasewashatko8562]

this car was way ahead of its time and the engine in the 45 is shared with Q45, but the car it based on the Nissan Z car and the Infiniti G, same wheel base in length and then ofcourse FX35 would share the VQ engine with the 350Z.

[@samthecarguy1143]

I bought a 2004 FX35 in 2018, but wanted the V8, so last year I drove 980 miles to trade my V6 for the V8. I have a 2007 FX45 in sapphire blue metallic. It was in pretty rough shape when I bought it, but even in rough shape with 106k miles, it still became my favorite car 😂. I’m at 129k right now and love driving it. The sound is out of this world and I love it

[@ClassicInvestments1]

They really are great cars! Enjoy!

[@samthecarguy1143]

@@ClassicInvestments1 definitely do! I need to do some work on it to fix the rust issues, but other than a few things here and there from it being abused by previous owners, it’s an awesome car! I was thinking about trading my two vehicles in on a Genesis GV70, but I can’t part with the FX. It’s the only car I’ve ever had that I couldn’t sell because it’d hurt me too much to lose it

[@Official4x-iz9jc]

@@samthecarguy1143 still got it? And had any issues?

[@samthecarguy1143]

@@Official4x-iz9jc i do still have my Fx45 and still love it. It parks next to a CX-50 in my garage now

[@samthecarguy1143]

@@Official4x-iz9jc i’ve had a few issues. Had to replace The cam and crank sensors in 2020, and I had the alternator fail on me last year. Also had a cel for a bad fuel cap. Still runs like a bat out of hell at 130k miles. It was also abuse pretty hard by the previous owners and Ohio winters they used it in.

[@dboyq329]

Great job kid! I'm planning to invest in an 06' 45 model next week, so this look into ownership from someone that claerly knows and appreciates quality makes me just that much more comfortable in purchasing such a seasoned car. Really, you have me all excited and tingly inside! I hope that your F is still treating you well, she's a beauty! Bless

[@slighwentwalking2024]

I picked up a 2008 FX45 about 6 weeks ago. Its been great...went on 2200 mile round trip Florida to Delaware and back along the Blue Ridge Parkway for a bit and then back home. I have no issues and love its relatively unique appearance...only ting that looks dated is the 90's cell phone looking antenna...I can live with that. I like to hike bike and kayak and my 12yr old SUV gets me to the trail-head in style and comfort....even has navigation.

[@ClassicInvestments1]

Awesome! such a great vehicle!

[@Phillipe254]

I love my fx 35 2005 120 on the dashboard 💪💪

[@lcsighteken2248]

I currently daily drive one of these. I can confidently say I agree with everything you mentioned in the video. This car sounds amazing for stock exhaust and looks timeless. Mine is black and I also covered the chromes in black (chrome delete), including the grill, thereby making it all black down to the stock wheels. Everything on my car is stock. I have seen people staring a few times and strangers have told me how much they love my car. I have only had to change the brakes, front rotors and do the regular oil change. ( It consumes a lot of oil so oil change is more frequent than other cars I've owned. I'm wondering if you noticed this in your car as well). This is a very rare car, you will find the fx35 anywhere but not the 45. Sometimes I think I am the only fx45 owner in my city. Great video. subscribed.

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

I agree! I sometimes think that I will sell it....then I just dont know what I could replace it it with and enjoy as much!

[@syedhussain3810]

10 FX35 1 FX45 that's the ratio, thats why you don't see FX45 as much as FX35.

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

@@syedhussain3810 That I why I still have mine! I just waxed it.....

[@lcsighteken2248]

@@BlackSlacksGarage I think the FX50s might be a worthy replacement. I personally dont think the 50 looks better though, not bad but definitely not better. However, considering it has more power and more refined ride and tech, one might reach a compromise. In my opinion, 2003 to 2008 was the best design of the series. Yes, i am cosidering the fx50 as a worthy replacement, but im not ready to let go just yet.

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

@@lcsighteken2248 Agreed.......styling is just not there for me on the 50

[@michaelking4578]

What a freaking awesome vehicle. I too had a QX4 but am looking for one of these if I can find one that is still in decent condition. Getting close to 20 years old now. Great video broseph.

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

good ones are really tough to find now....good luck!

[@ThePtballa087]

Get a year 2008. I love mine. Japanese know what they’re doing.

[@SupremeKid98]

I love the “do not attempt in a fx45” 🤣😂😂✅

[@syedhussain3810]

I love the design, way ahead of its time I notice some brand new suv's copping infiniti FX. I bought mine Nov 2016 @220000KM, one owner vehicle he was using Regular gas since brand new, he never changed spark plugs, transmission oil was black but the SUV was in great condition, Driver seat wasn't going back n forth. I already changed the tranny oil twice, fixed the driver seat, changed spark plugs, K&N air filter premium gas since I bought it, I also cleaned mass air flow sensor, Throttle body, last week I changed wheel bearing (SKF bearing) cost me $165CAD I changed it myself 2 hours job, broke the ABS wheel speed sensor $320CAN dealer price, I got mine amazon $25CAN works fine. I changed brake pads (mistake) must change pads n rotors brake works fine around 70-80 km speed, but on a high speed it shakes cause of the old rotors, goona be buying new rotors soon.

[@lcsighteken2248]

You are the type of owner i would like to buy a used car from, i like how you take care of your car. There are not many DIY videos on the fx series and that makes it difficult for a guy like me (who needs guidance) to fix somethings myself. Changing the air filter sounds like something i should consider doing at this stage.

[@syedhussain3810]

@@lcsighteken2248 working on your own car rewards a lot, saves u money,makes u think about buying good quality parts for ur car, you start looking at ur car like ur real baby and above everything u start knowing ur car in a different way.

[@lcsighteken2248]

@@syedhussain3810 Very well said!

[@zoidzoid87]

These where actually based off the g35 sedan. This is why they handle so good I have a 02 Q45 and I'm looking for a fx45 now. I just love these trucks.

[@ClassicInvestments1]

I so agree!

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

It is STILL a Bionic Cheetah!

[@spyplus7260]

Loved mine until my car accident, its solid. Walked away without a scratch!

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

OH Man! It really is such a great car!

[@krasimirdinkov497]

Hey great video! Have you had any other issues except the wheel bearings? Is it expensive to support the FX45. I will greatly appreciate if you share some experience with the car. I am also planning on getting one so probably will need some info what I should be aware of. Thanks in advance! :)

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

I have not had any problems at all......I am about to replace the struts and shocks.........just a great crossover car....please subscribe and share! Thank You!

[@z06king]

love my 2009 35. sorry to interlope, but I love dis car! honks, turns, stops, handles deep snow. Mint condition for 162KMiles!

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

No worries! such great cars! thanks for watching!

[@KimberlyWintory20]

These are actually on the Nissan 350z/g35 coupe platform, pretty much everything underneath is 350z but you could get this amazing v8 in it and AWD! Personally I'm a fan of the v6 one a little better because i love the VQ exhaust note and its a bit more tuneable which is also the exact same engine as the 350z/g35. I'm planning on getting an FX35 in a few months actually for it is my dream vehicle. I was originally gonna get a 350z but its not big enough to fit all my friends, plus not really gonna be good for the weather conditions in Vermont where im from so i did more research and this suv popped up, now i did see the 4 door g35 but i feel it doesn't look nowhere near as nice as the FX. i feel the FX looks like a concept vehicle that went straight into production and it does look just like the 2002 FX concept they had. It keeps this design futuristic even today in 2023

[@JESUSDIAZ-fo9be]

Very happy with my 08 fx35 127.000 so far owsom grate machine

[@ClassicInvestments1]

Infiniti FX cars are just so good. Enjoy!

[@corlion29]

I bought an 07 fx35 about two years ago. Maint isnt that bad. Since ive had it, outside of regular maint ive had to change a cam shaft sensor. Mine looks exactly like yours except mine has black leather. I live in Cincinnati. We get snow and ice. The fx35 has no problems in either. However, my speedo and tach recently started acting up. Doesnt effect the driving experience. I love my fx35!! Best vehicle ive ever bought!!

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

I still think about getting a Cayenne........then I think about the cost to maintain.....no bueno....

[@corlion29]

Maint on the cayenne is a monster. on any Porsche the maint is a monster. I looked at one, then i said no way. Theyre nice but not so nice to where id give up a house payment to fix it. Might move up to an fx37 tho.

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

corlion29 The maintenance on my 911 Carrera is not bad at all.

[@suaybmuhammedalcan5449]

hi from Turkey. you have great choice i think. i m looking this car for a long time. nowadays i m careing about my cancer unfortunately. İ hope i will have one this summer. i wonder that why did you choose 45 why not 35.

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

I had owned a FX45 in the past and like the torque of the big V8.......gas mileage.....not so much!

[@joundi007]

About cancer u ll beat it dont worry 😄 and infiniti man is a rare amazing value reliable car i bght 1 fx35 2009 unfortunately the original owner beat it it got 55kmiles and already a stuck thermostat i notice when i get it the heat gauge doesnt go up and after a while it got stuck and closed and i almost break the engine the gauge was all up but it still hold with worn struts brakes windshields a broken switchs a bad battery..... the owner was an animal iam fixing important things to less it deserve it such a sexy reliable car

[@candichapman6786]

How are they on insurance? My 2005 BMW x3 is getting more expensive to insure.

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

ALL car rates are getting pricey....homeowners too!

[@rickeyricardomatthews2147]

Mikael Henrikksen I was referring to the Infiniti FX45 I wasn’t comparing anything to the Audi I said the look of the FX45 is legendary Audi has it’s own history You compared your Audi to a Mitsubishi I standby my comment You don’t have to be expensive great to

[@rickeyricardomatthews2147]

You can get better use out of FX 45 than an Audi

[@rickeyricardomatthews2147]

You don’t have to be overpriced and expensive to be great but

[@rickeyricardomatthews2147]

I had an Audi They’re great when running

[@candichapman6786]

Are wheel bearings expensive???

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

Not too bad as I remember....

[@odys3803]

You'd be surprised how much the FX can handle.

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

very likely!

[@kdvytc]

I am watching this becuase i am going to see one of this FX45 for the price less than 1k usd

[@SupremeKid98]

Cool

[@sunnysingh8483]

That’s cheap

[@kareemhewitt2347]

what year!!!

[@dboyq329]

#+SUB

[@rubenoliveros566]

Is there anyone here who thinks these cars are hard to maintain or expensive to maintain?

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

The only issue that I ever had was bad wheel bearings.....

[@rubenoliveros566]

@@BlackSlacksGarage tbh that’s the only issue I’ve heard about these cars sounds convincing I plan to move from LA to Chicago but I wanna avoid paying 4/AWD taxes over there by buying a car here in LA first and I also want something sporty these seem to not hold their value tho I wonder if it’s just a bad market or I don’t know something I should about their costs

[@BlackSlacksGarage]

@@rubenoliveros566 They are very sprty and fun!......It will be very difficult to find a really good FX45......I look all of the time. If you find a good one ....get it.

[@syedhussain3810]

I am driving infiniti FX45 for little over 5 years, (very reliable only wheel bearing front right once) let me tell you something, its not a vehicle or some transporting material that you get in and go to places. It is a dream once you get in the FX it takes you to that dream feeling, even after 5 years I don't miss a single chance to get into my FX45 and drive away, and exhaust sound is like the most beautiful music to your ears. My first FX45 wrecked in 2020 then I bought my second FX45 if anything happens to this one Then I will buy 3rd 4th 5th 6th on and on, I will make sure as long as I live FX45 will be my vehicle. I also own a 1993 Mercedes benz SL(BRABUS 7.3 580hp) very rare car.

[@SlimRetro]

@@syedhussain3810 I think you’ve just sold me. I’ve found a 2003 FX45 for $6,500. Interior is clean, do you think it’s a good buy in 2022?

[@metteojacobs6422]

I own one an this car looks beautiful at every angle 📐🥰😍

[@ClassicInvestments1]

I agree! and the later version body style changes just do not look right to me.....cheers!