DarKnight

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So after 2 years of ownership the LS just started breaking down on me so I ended up trading it in for a 2015 Q70. I would have liked to go with another full size sedan but the newer LS's are out of my price range and I didn't want to go German. I've had experience with Infiniti so I decided to go that route for something newer with less mileage and some more modern features. I may come back in the future but I'll enjoy the Q70 for now. I always have lots of love for this community so I'll drop every so often and contribute.

dlbuckls10

Congrats and I hope you are happy with your Q70. When my LS starts breaking down I will upgrade to something better.

writes123

something better than an LS.....?!?!?!

all jokes aside, grats on the new car!

Chaos236

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Almost just bought one, got a GS instead. Love to hear your thoughts.

Nospinzone

DarKnight

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I actually was debating between a GS and the Q. Honestly, it came down to price. I couldn't find the year and mileage in a similar GS so I went with the Q.

SW17LS

Congrats! I like the Q70s a lot. Did you get the V8?

What sort of issues were you having with the LS?

DarKnight

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Unfortunately the V8 Q70's were also out of my price range. I considered the M56 but that would have defeated the purpose.

I honestly forgot how many things they said needed replacing but I had already purchased all front control arms (I'll be posting them up for sale soon) to replace after I got it back from Lexus and the last thing they tried to charge me for was to change the air fuel ratio sensor for $1k . So that was the last straw. I would have preferred to pay it off and keep it for a lot longer but I decided to get something newer. The only thing I'm kicking myself for is not removing the BC Racing coilovers so that they could go to a fellow member.

SW17LS

Yeah the refresh on the Q70 is what really makes it appealing.

Nothing lasts forever, an 11-12 year old car is an old car to dump a bunch of money in to.

jrmckinley

Sad to see you go. Thanks for the tip on the place to do vinyl wrapping on armrests in Orlando. Keep me in mind for your control arms. Hope the Q70 treats you well - great looking car with nice interior. I really like the L version of those as well. Cheers,

DarKnight

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Glad I could help. I just have to take photos of everything.

DarKnight

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After now owning the Q for about a month I have to say I really enjoy the car. Maybe it's the fact that the LS was spending so much time at the shop towards the end of my ownership of it but I have to say I don't miss it. I wouldn't say I like one car over the other because they're 2 different types of cars and if I had to choose between the 2 I'd be happy with either one. I used to call the LS my old man car so I think the Q suits me better in regards to my age but I love the quietness, smoothness and refinement of the LS. I would have preferred to get the V8 model of the Q but I'm happy with the V6. Hopefully I can supercharge it in the future.

Nospinzone

One of my all time favorite cars was my 1995 Infiniti Q45a ('a" for active suspension). I had the car up until 2011 when I finally had to part it out (it's amazing how many fans of this car are out there). I wanted to keep it but the problem was significant rust throughout the car. We have winter salt here, during the winter I would take a hose and spray the underside, but to no avail. A top notch mechanic I know said he sees Infinitis/Nissans with serious rust all the time. He showed me a rusted out frame that he replaced on a car.

I'm disappointed that they never really replaced the flagship Q45. I'm glad you're enjoying your Q70.

Doublebase

COOLIS

I've always loved the Q and have had two of them. My first was an 05, which I loved, but someone who was a Q fanatic offered me about $4k more than I paid, so I took the money and ran. Last year, I saw a 2002 Q45 pop up that I jumped on. It's a one owner with super low miles and I paid next to nothing for it. My sister-in-law has been driving it while she searches for a car, as it's a third car for me. They're great cars, although parts are starting to become a chore to find. I'm sure it's much worse for the previous generations.

The big selling point to me for a used Infiniti is if the car is still under the 7 year/70k mile powertrain warranty, you can extend the factory coverage for like 5 more years for a reasonable amount. You can even do this if you buy the car via a private party. The warranty is impressive and covers most components of the car. Infiniti forums recommend Infiniti of Scottsdale or Circle Infiniti in New Jersey for the most competitive pricing on the warranty. The OP should consider this warranty for his Q70 if you want peace of mind beyond the original factory warranty.