The Secret Nissan Everyone Is Sleeping On! G35/V36 Bargain!

[@Vitoskux]

I had a 08 350GT sedan as well. Was a awesome cruiser. Everyone loved the back seats, would always hear " feels like I'm in a movie theater" with how comfortable they were especially when they recline.

[@RossReviewsau]

The Japanese know how to make epic daily’s 😮‍💨🇯🇵 this is a bargain

[@jrxundadze1490]

now i have 2006 350 stroker and its fast and comfortable

[@G3n3ralN0ns3ns3]

I've had the pleasure of owning mine from new in 08. Silver G35s Sedan in the states. I STILL love it, it has been reliable and fun to mod. Great Review Ross! Wonderful car and a bargain if you can find a clean one in today's market.

[@RossReviewsau]

Thanks glad you agree.. definitely a lot of car for the money now

[@G3n3ralN0ns3ns3]

@@RossReviewsau Indeed with today's inflation. Bargains are where you can have a decent ride and have some fun while staying within a reasonable budget.

[@jolinjunhe2684]

When I first bought this car honestly was thinking only to use to go to work because my Camaro is drinking too much on fuel, but now I have to say, I have completely fall in love with V36, it’s absolutely amazing car to drive, so much fun and it goes bloody fast too, I love that VQ35 engine. Honestly I am now more enjoy driving it than my Camaro 😂

[@RossReviewsau]

I definitely feel you on that one mate! The VQ grows on you and the car is very capable.. lots of people have no idea

[@jolinjunhe2684]

@@RossReviewsau So true! and I don’t get it why many people told me they don’t like it bla bla bla, they never drive it themselves, man honestly never judge if haven’t try it. I’m sure they will change mind straight after test drive it, it’s so comfortable especially when you have a long drive on the hwy. I think this car deserves respect for sure, $15k on the market with 6 cylinders and low kms, powerful and comfortable, I mean what else you are after? 😂

[@Jezza_C_WT]

Hell yeah. Just copped one of these puppies. Blue slate, leather, paddle shift. Love it! Such a nice car to drive 💯

[@RossReviewsau]

Good choice!

[@Paul-mq5yn]

I've driven a 370gt Fuga, I agree - excellent value these things. If you were looking at a NA falcon or v6 commodore these make a bloody good alternative.

[@RossReviewsau]

Absolutely mate! Very competitive against a SV6 or NA falcon

[@DEVILTAZ35]

If you don't factor in reliability anyway lol. Still far easier to get a Falcon or Commodore back on the road if something goes wrong compared to one of these.

[@Paul-mq5yn]

@@DEVILTAZ35 very true

[@theglassarrow_]

In the states its the infiniti m37, its my daily and I love it at 195k miles. Only down side is it only has an open diff, no oem options.

[@rambojonj1838]

I had a GT350 sp, got a commodore, my 4th, and the holden handles like a baked bean can tied to a skateboard, compaired to the nissan. Again, had to get a car the other week, got a GT370sp , first Aust owner, only done 80k, Its awesome.Luxury.

[@xECxkArNaG3]

Dude finally someone giving credit to these cars. Like you my first car was the 350gt manual coupe and was absolutely amazing to drive now I own an auto 370gt coupe and it’s a dream. Where you based you can review it if you want.

[@RossReviewsau]

I’m based in Perth man! They deserve credit

[@qwertosip2473]

Nothing like the 450gt

[@YoDabbaDabba_]

I recently bought this exact spec Infiniti G35s and the amount of joy it has brought me has been immeasurable.

[@RossReviewsau]

Good to hear

[@superspit]

Hi. I have had my GT350 (2dr) V35 for about 17-18 years (imported, first Oz user). Only my weekend car and summer drive to work car. Never had a major issue. 6 speed box is 'sporty' and has never been a super smooth box, but reliable. The car cost me almost 50k back then, and I've been watching (heart breakingly) as the prices dropped away to almost nothing. Hopefully videos like this can change that! I can't actually understand the haters of this model. I've owned 33's, Silvia and others, but their build quality compared to the V's was almost laughable. Don't get me wrong, those Halcyon days of Turbo Lines were great, so much fun, they're just silly expensive now. Anyways, ace review, so thank you!

[@RossReviewsau]

The lack of big power easily is why it gets so much hate I feel unfortunately.. they don’t want a NA V6 but the VQ is a nice engine that sounds good and has enough go for a fun car.. prices are ridiculously low for what they offer!

[@ChristopherWhite-yg4hh]

How available are v35 parts in Australia. I'm looking at a clean looking automatic one at the moment

[@keno88]

For sleeper status, you should give a Toyota Aurion a review if you have the opportunity. Keep up the great work 👍

[@RossReviewsau]

I have been looking for years! So hard to find

[@keno88]

@@RossReviewsau aw sucks, but good luck with the search 👍

[@georgisgeorgis5535]

@@RossReviewsau trd is more interesting

[@KIN350O]

Fast in a straight line but sooo boring to drive.

[@thatpersiandude7386]

@@KIN350O that's very true I owned 3 aurions, just boring as hell

[@dazzaas4184]

I agree I have a 2007 Spec s 350gt myself since February 2019 done 80000 km and I'm yet to have any mechanical issue at all has never failed to warrant of fitness at for anything other than tyres and break pads it's faster than my friends old r32 gtr it has more power than my old v35 by atleast 100hp and it's got a nice limited slip diff in it too and the flappy petals are really quick wasn't the skyline meant to be equivalent to the Toyota crown and you can have your entertainment system converted to English I did

[@RossReviewsau]

they are pretty good if you take care of them! really solid dailys and for the money. not much can beat these

[@stuwhyte479]

You are so right Ross..These things are a huge bang for ya buck.Rear wheel drive, chain drivn' factory twin intakes. I got mine tuned added hi flow filters.280 at the wheel. Yeah I know doesn't sound much in this day and age.But I tell ya what I've embarrassed more than a few V8s.

[@RossReviewsau]

They really are slept on.. great cars

[@cyraxnzed578]

love your tamoko bro

[@RossReviewsau]

Thanks brother 🤘😝

[@jordanscarreviews6164]

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[@RossReviewsau]

Halloween video is out tmr but in the extra channel! Thanks for the support jordan! The real 40k vid is something even cooler

[@jordanscarreviews6164]

@@RossReviewsau can’t freaking wait for the Halloween video and 40K and 20’000 Kilometre SS’ they are some exciting videos to look forward to and I’ll keep my eyes open for those videos. Thank you very much for the sick content Ross Reviews. To Ross Reviews From Jordan’s car reviews

[@codenameFourtySeven]

Had V35 skyline coupe (350gt) , definitely an awesome car.

[@RossReviewsau]

Great vehicle

[@tomr3319]

Nissan 370GT Skyline // Infiniti G37s 330HP (Better and improved engine - 3.7 L)

[@danielhansen8310]

VQ37VHR Yeeehhhaaa

[@jacobchesley5375]

G37's are getting to be a bargain too. I just picked up a g37s sedan 6 speed for 7k. A well taken care of example at that.

[@RossReviewsau]

they really are eh! great value

[@zaamuro8408]

Infiniti left Australia a long time ago (for the second time).

[@RossReviewsau]

Yup rip 🪦

[@oscarkabowski8413]

Owned a Japanese imported Nissan Skyline 370GT V36 for about five years. It was a brilliant car but it kind of feels like a jack of all trades, master of none. I had mine tuned making about 200kw to the rear wheels. Felt pretty damn fast for a kinda hefty v6.

[@Donald_Trump123]

Best Australian based car reviews 👌

[@RossReviewsau]

To kind brother 🙏

[@Coz2196]

This one makes me proud, all facts, they’ll surprise you

[@RossReviewsau]

Will surprise all haters

[@samthestoryman3757]

My car is the later model hybrid of this car with the same engine plus the electric and man it goes! they designed it for speed and good fuel economy but I would happily sacrifice the fuel economy for how nice they are inside and out, how quick it is and how cheap they are to buy! I picked mine up for 11k in nz, the same price as an fg na falcon at the moment, and it shits on it in every department. I do miss my 300rwkw bf turbo though but not the falcon regular break downs

[@RossReviewsau]

For a daily it’s a no brainer eh.. it’s nice than a falcon or Holden to sit in and cheaper 👌

[@adamcai1102]

What is the fuel consumption of the car? I'm in NZ as well as looking for a performance and spacious car😢

[@samthestoryman3757]

@@adamcai1102 it would get 13ish kms per litre. Great car, beautiful in and out but those hybrid batteries and transmissions are getting dated, I sold it just out of concern because a few people had there transmissions crash and it was 8k fix.

[@Sirenz187]

Best car money can buy for less than 10k (if you find one for that price). I love the fact that RB skyline fanboys drove the price of these so low 😆 I used to own an R33 and it doesn't compare at all to the V36 as a daily. Another sweet vid man. But you gotta practice those 0-100's, they're definitely quicker than 6.5 😂

[@RossReviewsau]

Bro it’s was an Auto 😅 just mash the pedal.. it’s probably got a 5.9 in her.. but this one ain’t a rocket ship. Fun well kitted out car tho eh.. epic daily

[@Sirenz187]

@@RossReviewsau yeah they're all autos for the V36 350gt. Still should be quicker than 6.5 if well kept 😉

[@LifeOfTuners]

@@Sirenz187 the intakes with no tune usually cause these cars to loose a bit of power from what I've heard

[@izzy031096]

Corolla Sportivo (2zz 6spd) should be in that conversation

[@justggeorge]

@@RossReviewsau I know Im late but its 5.5seconds, and its much faster than being said here. I've been with my uncle in his (bone stock besides an exhaust) it beat a SSV, worked WRX, and worked Evo

[@watchful.7083]

Congrats on the 40k mate 🥳

[@RossReviewsau]

Thank you 🙏

[@mahangaberryman6763]

Gotta test the 370gt sedan.. first time I drove on I fell in love. But I only have a 250gt 😂😭

[@pete508]

For an older car she definitely seems to have the goods Mate,but the 7 speed would be the go if buying one & if you didn't spin at the start I reckon you would of got 6 seconds man,nice review Johnny take care bro.

[@RossReviewsau]

100% on the 7spd.. all n all nice car for the money thi

[@rambojonj1838]

7 speed on the GT370

[@ozwasp]

That's pretty quick, I got under 6s timing it off the speedo. My LS1 Calais is quicker (just) and just has an OTR, eBay tune and full exhaust

[@RossReviewsau]

It’s not to bad for a NA V6 that’s 15 years old!

[@vinny6_9]

2:00 dude, take the header wrap off the intakes lol put some hvac or metallic tape instead. you want to keep the heat out not in. those are hot air intakes, btw. stock ones work just fine with a nice k&n or some other reusable drop-in.

[@EdricScherpen]

G35 is actually an early Nissan GTR prototype clearly this is a GTR with G35/V35 Panel not a G35/V35 wit a GTR drivetrain no its clearly a V35 test mule with the GTR drivetrain its just need to be Turbo Tuned and ECU its on 309 HP AAM Twin Turbo Competition Complete System is Nice but pricey

[@dylangarcia2644]

I have an 06 g35X It’s a sedan automatic all wheel drive And do I like any of that. No. I don’t like the sedan I want the coupe and I don’t like or necessarily need the AWD. I live in Southern California. Where I go and live does not need awd. And mine stock has the dual exhaust mounted together. If I keep the car I can change the exhaust. Mine in particular also has issues I need to fix. I don’t like the front end (bumper and grill) either As far as things I don’t technically like I love the car It runs great healthy engine etc has enough power. So although I don’t like it It’s my car it’s growing on me and I love it

[@RossReviewsau]

The coupe looks the best 100% but still great cars for the money

[@Kyle2Krazy]

06? Confused. I have a 07 sedan 6mt in the same k23 colour. Do you know if they made any rhd manual v36 sedans?

[@RossReviewsau]

i think there were rare manuals from memory

[@brianobrian9334]

I've heard many stories of the oil gallery gasket and cam servos taking a crap in these hr 3.5 engines.

[@RossReviewsau]

if you take care of them they generally are pretty good

[@mrmiagi6052]

The gallery gasket issue was fixed around 2012-2013

[@brianobrian9334]

@@mrmiagi6052 but this vid is referencing the g35 2nd gen ..at least in USA ,which only went 2007-08

[@mrmiagi6052]

@@brianobrian9334 I realize that, the original post was about the gallery gasket issue which was a problem amongst most VQ motors until 2012-2013. So if someone wants to avoid that they can purchase a newer g37

[@brianobrian9334]

@@mrmiagi6052 that is true..these vq35hr engines also continued in the ex35 suv xover thingys..then superceded by the qx50 that came with the vq37. Edit: Failed to mention the ex37 was released in-between the ex35 and qx50(all g35/37 based j50 platform). Also the 2nd gen fx35 used the hr as well.

[@ameraboukoura6091]

Skyline fans gonna be mad when they find out that after the r34, skylines have been rebadged infinitis the whole time 😂😂

[@RossReviewsau]

Only in North America tho

[@Jezza_C_WT]

Other way around. The V series skylines came out about a year before being rebadged and sold as an infinity in the US. 👍

[@patrickmarcello5103]

Congrats on 40k!

[@RossReviewsau]

Cheers Patrick!

[@Asksum1]

Yep, totally agree but got dem bills yo'll. My 2003 coupe 4 sale. 15 yrs back I sold my HK Monaro (11.5s) for $45K now worth...what....$200k an up, thinking this early model car will be highly sort after, easerly modified Muscel

[@YouTuber707_]

In America we have those to but they are called Infiniti g35 or g37?depending on the year

[@RossReviewsau]

Yes your right

[@firstnamelastname6239]

great video man! would you say the paddle shifters are a necessity I'm looking at a nice one right now but it doesn't have the paddles? it's an SP so it has the luxury additions, but yeah.

[@RossReviewsau]

i would say its better to have the paddles.. but honestly not curtail.. if at all possible try n get manual if you want it more engaging.. but the auto is fine

[@firstnamelastname6239]

@@RossReviewsau ok, yeah. A Manuel would be awesome, but I think they’re pretty rare, so. It’s just going to be a daily I reckon, a daily I put some nice wheels on and lower. I’ll just get made fun of for driving an automatic😖 I do wonder if there’s a way to install the paddle shifters in it though…

[@smokey2842]

I love my 2008 G35 sedan sport 6 M/T👍🏻

[@RossReviewsau]

Beautiful mate gotta love the manual

[@boredaf9944]

Nice not a nissan fan but I'm getting attached to these

[@RossReviewsau]

These for the money are super impressive

[@LifeOfTuners]

I use to have one, made some videos on it. Definitely a really nice luxury cruiser, super refined to drive, while they do handle really good, it's defo no corner carver, like my MPS is, that being said, it'll blow a Falcon out of the water around the bends. Really reliable, but fuel economy is @$$, I got 16L/100km. I'd totally reccomend one as a luxury cruiser. They are rated at 5.5 seconds 0-100

[@RossReviewsau]

I’d be surprised if this would get 5.5 maybe a absolutely perfect launch.. it’s quick enough but no rocket.. awesome handlers and daily’s tho👏 great value for money

[@Paul-mq5yn]

falcon will toast this thing pal lets not get carried away

[@LifeOfTuners]

@@Paul-mq5yn around the bends for sure, Falcons are boats in comparison ( I still think the v36 is a bit boaty). Sure in terms of power an xr6 turbo will smash it. Ofc a xr6 won't

[@LifeOfTuners]

@@RossReviewsau yeah, def not the fastest thing that's for sure, personally I don't think they handle that greatly, but then again, I'm used to smaller cars, not Falcons and commies

[@vinny6_9]

@@RossReviewsau your wheel/tire setup is probably not right for 1/4 mile runs on unprepped street surface. this car does mid 5s 0-100(0-60mph) all day. in this video, it's clear as day that you let off once it started losing traction and then romped on it again, losing that 1s easily. turn the traction control on at the launch and then turn it off after the 1-2 shift.

[@aikidohumphreys]

Vq power!

[@RossReviewsau]

It’s good 👌

[@onyaa9879]

I’m planning to buy one of these but I hear that parts are hard to find for them?

[@James-zj3ud]

They're not the most visually appealing car going around, to me at least, but I've heard a few people over the years describe them as wolves in sheep's clothing as far as aspirated 6s go..

[@RossReviewsau]

100% inside is nice to sit and they Handel very well.. pretty fun for a NA 6

[@rcast3763]

This or 1st gen or 2nd gen is350?

[@rafitolamatito8203]

faster 0-100 then the new WRX I just watched you review 😆

[@RossReviewsau]

Haha 100% this is absolutely matching that car in almost every way for a fraction of the cost

[@killakam123321]

Soon the v35/v36 will skyrocket in price tbh .

[@RossReviewsau]

I’m sure they will go up

[@Arrozconchopsticks]

Would love to get my hands on one.

[@RossReviewsau]

Very nice car to have

[@rhhf7685]

Nice cars to drive..

[@RossReviewsau]

Agree really nice cars

[@kevsteiner6239]

Bro can you please do a liberty 3.0r

[@RossReviewsau]

I’m still looking

[@takhayc]

My brother has the 2010 G37x. It is a fast car no doubt, but I hate the transmission (AT). Way too jerky.

[@RossReviewsau]

They are quick.. is that the 7 speed

[@takhayc]

@@RossReviewsau I believe so.

[@64-bitMicro]

As someone who has owned multiple Nissan Skyline, R30, R31, R32, R33, and R34 among others such as Laurel, Silvia, and Cefiro JDM imports in New Zealand. My interest of Nissan stops dead around 1999 model years, everything after that is just not what those before that were. These cars are just not "Skylines", I think they would actually have done better not being badged as a Skyline. Intentionally or not, I think those who had owned "old" Nissans just put thier noses up at these and didn't buy them.

[@AlyssaMaree]

If you are such a skyline fan, then you would know why these are named a skyline.

[@RossReviewsau]

I can understand n I to sometimes have said they should be just called infinity’s but it’s a skyline regardless.. I don’t think it’s as inspiring as the old ones of course but the build quality is better, they are a reliable daily and for the money they are almost impossible to beat!

[@Perry....]

Cry about it

[@Mistabushi]

Actual JDM nissans are amazing. Partnership with Renault kinda fcked them but financially helped them I drive Elgrand with VQ35DE and this thing is mental.

[@kashsres1064]

@@AlyssaMaree tell ‘em 😄

[@DEVILTAZ35]

Renault has finally abandoned Nissan too haven't they?. There might now be a chance for quality to improve again going forward.

[@RossReviewsau]

quality in this is pretty epic for the time

[@solar3309]

Stop ppl will raise prices soon

[@RossReviewsau]

It’s gonna happen eventually

[@solar3309]

@@RossReviewsau hopefully not anytime soon.

[@젊은남자청년]

G37 really good for low price

[@RossReviewsau]

Definitely

[@thestoicwhinger]

Fantastic engine, decent handling.. but that gearbox and odd gas pedal calibration became tiresome

[@RossReviewsau]

The 5 spd auto is the weak point

[@nismoztuner34skyline32]

EVC throttle controler and you fix the problem with the pedal calibration

[@nismoztuner34skyline32]

@@RossReviewsau The 5 speed gearbox is a good transmission,never had any problem with it.If you do the service it will last forever,plus if you install a throttle controller works better

[@thestoicwhinger]

@@nismoztuner34skyline32 yeah i did look into it (sold it 3yrs ago) but being in NZ options were very limited and / or expensive. A manual would've been amazing

[@brianrose7864]

Wait what? 5 speed auto, i've never seen one that is a 5 speed. Every single one I have came across is a 7 speed auto.

[@Totoroallright]

I believe it using the same engine as Nissan 350z, Nissan Elgrand. Manual is the better bet for these. It just doesn't look good. Boring car and they do drinks

[@RossReviewsau]

Manual is always the best option with the VQ but still fit daily duties it’s a great car

[@orcs123]

how are these on gas with the 2023 prices

[@RossReviewsau]

Not the best not the worst

[@mikewhitemen4248]

What about Nissan fuga???

[@RossReviewsau]

They are cool

[@AFS1733]

where can i get one for 10k?

[@RossReviewsau]

Old video.. but still possible if you hunt

[@pseudonym4957]

They're out there. They're north of 200,000km on the clock so most of the clutch pack material will also be out there... in a waste oil drum somewhere... They're great cars for what they are but Aussies took a pill during COVID and banged all the bucks out of the economy, and now we're all scratching our heads wondering how to stop the painful inflation...😂

[@adamkhan8906]

ill sell you mine with 70k miles sport package @@pseudonym4957

[@jasetrud]

Yah you can get them but 10k? You'd be looking at 200k plus.

[@Twenty_Six_Hundred]

Very underrated, although the v6 is what kills it for me. One the most unbalanced engine designs besides 3 and 5 pot. Japanese made so thats a plus though

[@RossReviewsau]

It’s not a bad engine tbf but it’s not a rocket

[@Asksum1]

Stupidly fast can't be driven with out being picked on so always remember lads it's power down to the ground that gives you bang for buck. These GT350 allowed to breathe with tune an chip will give you all you want for not much dollars

[@Asksum1]

Mine 4 sale!!!

[@andrewzuiderduyn3159]

If they sold this in Australia how much would it have been from factory

[@RossReviewsau]

Could have been a 80-90k car easy

[@andrewzuiderduyn3159]

@@RossReviewsau higher than I expected to be

[@miseryparty3726]

Can just buy an E 55 AMG instead

[@RossReviewsau]

That’s tempting but for 10k?

[@tdizzle7685]

Its not slept on here in los angeles!

[@RossReviewsau]

I’m America it’s popular 😅 here in Australia tho no one seems to want them

[@uncleguike]

For sure. Street takeover special 😅

[@tdizzle7685]

@@RossReviewsau i have a 2004 and it seems like EVERYBODY is getting their hands on 2006's... Its still a dope car. Bu i guess we gotta take what we can get since we never got the r32, 33,34 or s15 over here

[@tdizzle7685]

@@uncleguike dude! I dont even like driving mine on the weekend anymore bcuz the police always assume im on my way to or from a takeover😂

[@Nixxtrr]

They ain't much chop

[@RossReviewsau]

Not much chop but a lot of cheap😮‍💨

[@_wallnutz_]

Kneeesarn!

[@RossReviewsau]

😉😉😉

[@stinky7866]

It looks just like a infinity G37

[@RossReviewsau]

Similar shape yes

[@stinky7866]

@@RossReviewsau don’t they have the same engines as well?

[@Jigaboo1929]

@@stinky7866 nope infinti has the vq37