Hey guys, I know I said it came w a VR30, that is wrong, I meant to add a “VG30*” when I said that part but I must’ve forgot, it was just a slip up pls don’t take it too seriously I’m aware the car from 03 didn’t come w a 400z motor lol
400z isn't a thing. Youre digging the hole deeper! I came to represent the VG30E, VG30DE, and VG30DETT, which was not done correctly either, even in this pinned comment.
O I KNOW…The fact that it’s stolen looks come from a classic American Monte Carlo ss G body. Yea, we all know that those body lines look good on a car, thanks 4 a remake lol!!!!
@@youtubescholar The M56 was the last gen M that that @infadelakinf is probably referring to. I owned a 2011 M56S. I had to let it go in 2018 at around 90k miles when the engine failed. I loved that car. It was the ultimate sleeper. Nobody knew that they even existed and much less the fact it could run sub 5 second 0-60 and a low 13 second quarter mile stock. Having owned one, my opinion is that everyone slept on that car considering the performance gap between it and the M45. I think the most recognizable M45 was the early 2000's model. It was easily distinguishable from the rest of the Infiniti line up.
My 07 M45 Sport is a beast. Stillen Exhaust, intake system. Heated and cooled seats. Very reliable, and all the bells and whistles. I get compliments daily.
In 2006 I had a 04 M45 Black on Black and in 2016 I get another 03 M45 Black on Black, so my favorite M model is the 03/04 Y34. The most classic look of all. The truly Sleeper.
My '07 M45S was the best car I have owned in 30 yrs, great A/C seats and even had intelligent cruise. Only bad I recall was the brakes, had to play around with rotor and pad combos to find one that would not warp rotors but still gave great stopping power. Helluva golf sedan with lux back seats and huge trunk.
The M45 was gorgeous! I always sought out weird and obscure cars because I HATE driving a car that is a common sight on the road. I bought a Q45t years ago not knowing much about Infiniti. Unfortunately the car had a lot of issues so I spent a lot of time on forums trying to fix them. I learned a lot about Infiniti during that time and that's how I became aware of the M45. M45s are extremely rare here in the Detroit area but the Q45 and M45 will always hold a special place in my heart.
@yeb7997 Your right, they didn't make alot of those vehicles. I wish I had kept mine. I also had a Infiniti J30 I should have kept as well. At the time I didn't think I would appreciate these older Japanese brands but now I have alot of respect for them now. Every time I see a clean 90's or early 2000's JDM it catches my eye.
@@350zlover2I’m about to buy one any tips on the maintenance and just how to take care of them over all . How to gets parts and what oil to use on them ?
I was tempted to sell mine a few years ago when someone side swiped it while it was parked. So glad I got the repairs done and held on to it and kept it in good shape
The Infiniti J, Q, I and M were 4 of my favorite cars that have ever been produced. special mention goes to their corporate cousin the Nissan Maxima. All of these cars unfortunately are sadly no longer in production. Rest in peace
Nice vid. I owned an all black '03 M45 back in '09 at Ft Bragg NC and it was so baller with the wood trim inside. Had to sell it tho, broke my heart. Hope it lives on out there. I had no idea how rare that car was at the time.
I had a fully loaded 2012 m56x, when on cruise control the car practically drove itself. It had actual cooled seats not just ventilated which is very rare. I could go on and on about that car. I ended up trading it in for a 2017 Q60rs when they had just came out in late 2016.
@Michael lol I know. I currently have a 2022 Jaguar Fpace SVR, it's a beast but it still doesn't have all the bells and whistles my 2012 M56 had. I miss that car.
Much as I hate to say it, I think the Q60 was a downgrade. I used to be an Infiniti tech and I recently got a 06 M35 base model. Wishing I had the M45S. If I had to choose between a fully loaded M56 or a Q60RS, I’d have to choose the 56. More tech than the Q and I like having rear seats for just in case. Fairly positive it also has a heated steering wheel and collapsible rear sunshade. Was also never a fan of the usually laggy screen the Q60 has. Tho if you want power potential VR30 all day.
Good video on an underrated gem. You bring style and info to those cars people sometimes forget about. Being Italian I'd love to see a video on some lesser known "Pasta-Rockets"!!!
Those early 2000s ones are my favorite body style for sure and I'd still like to get a hold of one...even though I remember how bad the V8 model allegedly burned oil.
I almost bought one but back then the aftermarket support was solely from Japan and expensive. I was big in the LS400s and the support for those was massive. That said, I'd still love a M56s
Owned a 2006 M35. Man that was a nice car. These are so slept on. JDM Market name is Nissan Fuga. Had the opportunity to buy an 04 M45. But couldn't give up the 06 at the time. Probably the nicest car I've owned. Now have a 2017 2SS Camaro that is a tad more feature rich. But yeah 12 yrs newer.
Hey Mark, keep the videos going they're great! I have a request, could you possibly do a video on the Infiniti G20 aka the P11/P10 Primera? Very underrated and a great daily driver if you find a good example.
The JDM Leopard and USDM M30 have different taillights, rear bumper cover, and a entirely different front clip. The hood, front fenders, headlights, grille insert, and bumper cover are all different.
A deer totaled my Murano so I searched for the 390hp VK50 powered Infiniti FX50 as a replacement Dad mobile. Flew half way across the country to find the right one for me but was totally worth the $220 flight and 2.5 day drive back home.
As a JDM RWD Fan and prospective buyer, this opened my eyes up. I have a G37 Coupe 6MT which I drift and I'm looking for a fun powerful JDM 4-door to daily. I was planning on importing the JZX100 but shii I didn't realize how dope the M45, and especially the M56 is. I may stick with Nissan/Infiniti on this one haha.
Just found one in my price range and just worried about the oil and it having a lot of Maintenance. How was it in your experience and do u recommend it?
@Alex Rojas the maintenance was fine but parts and labor are a bit pricey. It didn't eat too much oil and it ran smooth. I definitely recommend it so long as it's in good shape. Little things start to go bad on it but once its sorted out its a damn decent car that is different than the rest. Not many around. In my opinion, they have a lot more character than the newer generation.
@@georgeboyd4619 definitely looks better than the newer ones in my opinion and I appreciate it a lot gonna go look at it tomorrow and hopefully buy and keep it running for a long time .
Hi Mark, is it possible for you in the future to do a deep dive on the mk4 or mk5 golf? I love these cars and would like to see you cover one of them. Also vids are great and keep up the amazing work.
One of your best videos yet - I buy and fix and sell these cars in florida I’ve had 4-6 m35s and about 10 g35s so I can definitely say unbiasedly that they are great cars JUST KEEP OIL IN THEM AND CHANGE THE 3 SEALS & WATCH YOUR TRANNY FLUID LEVELS IF YOUR AUTO
Seeing all these positive comments is fantastic. I personally own one as well, and wouldn't even think of selling it, it's a jewel. A testament to how great the model line was, and how obscure cars can even be better than more sought after ones. But hey, lower prices and more fun for the few of us 😉
Very good video on , like you said, a car that didn't get its props. I currently own a y34 2003 m45 and I have an S500 2003 I can tell you , this Infiniti , to me makes Mercedes seem way overrated. This Infiniti is faster and has way less problems than the Benz. Keep up the good work on the videos .
@@markroden yeah there wasn’t enough of them made to really make an impact on the car world but that’s why I have it , no one else has it … only seen one besides mine in the street here in Washington state… and one for sale in Tacoma
Got my 04 g35 coupe 6 speed with the brembos 7 years ago off the original owner with 30k miles. Got 90k on it now and still going strong. The amount of people that ask me about it is crazy. Have times really changed this much
I just thought of a funny story. I purchased my 2005 G35 new. My friend at work had a 2004 G35 with the sport package. This was before the "S" designation came out. The early sport packages had the brembos. For 2005 the sport package came with asymmetrical 19" rims. I searched SoCal for a manual. Only about 3% of the G35s being produced were manual. The manuals were being sold at a premium. I find my car. Test drive an automatic because they did not allow test drives on the manuals. I go to a parking lot and peel the wrapping off of my car which had never even been test driven. I get home and it was several days before I realized that I did not have Brembos! I thought there was a mistake. Then after some research on the internet I found that they had dropped the brembos due to too many complaints about the fast brake pad wear. In 2009 I got rid of the car for about $18k. This was a few thousand less than the wholesale price on the automatics because the dealers did not want to deal with manuals because nobody was buying. Let's not forget that I paid about $3k more than an automatic when purchasing it for the manual option. Five years later, around 2015 I happen to be in an Infiniti dealer looking around and considering an FX for my wife when I see a sign in which the dealer is actively looking for a 2003-2006 G35 manual and is willing to pay $25k!
Hey guys, I know I said it came w a VR30, that is wrong, I meant to add a “VG30*” when I said that part but I must’ve forgot, it was just a slip up pls don’t take it too seriously I’m aware the car from 03 didn’t come w a 400z motor lol
ppl gonna read this and still correct you lmao
400z isn't a thing. Youre digging the hole deeper! I came to represent the VG30E, VG30DE, and VG30DETT, which was not done correctly either, even in this pinned comment.
O I KNOW…The fact that it’s stolen looks come from a classic American Monte Carlo ss G body. Yea, we all know that those body lines look good on a car, thanks 4 a remake lol!!!!
Early 2000’s m45 is a gorgeous body style. I’m surprised more people didn’t buy them
I'm glad 👍
They are! Im looking for one. I've been likimg them more lately
I love it too, thanks to Street Supremacy game.
i’m boutta buy one i found on marketplace 😮💨
I just got an 03 and I can't stop staring at it. I absolutely love this car.
Yo the last gen M was super slept on. So much better than just a dressed up Maxima. The Q45 was a beast too
I feel that so much
Yes sir! 💯 I have a 05 Q45S different animal for its size.. 340HP 333 Torque💪🏽
What about the m56? I’m waiting until those are a bit cheaper
@@youtubescholar The M56 was the last gen M that that @infadelakinf is probably referring to. I owned a 2011 M56S. I had to let it go in 2018 at around 90k miles when the engine failed. I loved that car. It was the ultimate sleeper. Nobody knew that they even existed and much less the fact it could run sub 5 second 0-60 and a low 13 second quarter mile stock.
Having owned one, my opinion is that everyone slept on that car considering the performance gap between it and the M45. I think the most recognizable M45 was the early 2000's model. It was easily distinguishable from the rest of the Infiniti line up.
@@shawnqjackson definitely a fan of the 4 door v8s. What happened with your engine?
My 07 M45 Sport is a beast. Stillen Exhaust, intake system. Heated and cooled seats. Very reliable, and all the bells and whistles. I get compliments daily.
me too💯
In 2006 I had a 04 M45 Black on Black and in 2016 I get another 03 M45 Black on Black, so my favorite M model is the 03/04 Y34. The most classic look of all. The truly Sleeper.
Buy mine located in Middle Tennessee
My '07 M45S was the best car I have owned in 30 yrs, great A/C seats and even had intelligent cruise. Only bad I recall was the brakes, had to play around with rotor and pad combos to find one that would not warp rotors but still gave great stopping power. Helluva golf sedan with lux back seats and huge trunk.
I’ve always had a soft spot for these. Keep up the great vids man! 🤘🏽
I will bro thanks so much
The M45 was gorgeous! I always sought out weird and obscure cars because I HATE driving a car that is a common sight on the road. I bought a Q45t years ago not knowing much about Infiniti. Unfortunately the car had a lot of issues so I spent a lot of time on forums trying to fix them. I learned a lot about Infiniti during that time and that's how I became aware of the M45. M45s are extremely rare here in the Detroit area but the Q45 and M45 will always hold a special place in my heart.
I owned a 2004 M45 and it was a blast to drive! Very reliable as well. Wish I had kept that vehicle instead of selling it 😕
So are those v8's on those realible? Any issues?
@yeb7997 Definitely, yes! The only issue is brakes but I blame myself for putting 22 inch wheels on my car.
@@350zlover2 I see. It's kinda hard to find them. Def looking for one.
@yeb7997 Your right, they didn't make alot of those vehicles. I wish I had kept mine. I also had a Infiniti J30 I should have kept as well. At the time I didn't think I would appreciate these older Japanese brands but now I have alot of respect for them now. Every time I see a clean 90's or early 2000's JDM it catches my eye.
@@350zlover2I’m about to buy one any tips on the maintenance and just how to take care of them over all . How to gets parts and what oil to use on them ?
Love these vids, keep up the good work and I love my daily G37
i should've bought my friend's 2003 M45, i just didn't have the space to keep it.
I feel that bro that’s happened to me before too sadly lol
Они выпускаются с 2005 года чувак)
Then shouldn't have
The 05 and newer modles of the m45 are the best
I was tempted to sell mine a few years ago when someone side swiped it while it was parked. So glad I got the repairs done and held on to it and kept it in good shape
That quick plug to subscribe caught me spitting my food.
I subscribed for that.
I have 2003 And 2004 M45,my favorite car in the world, thanks for this video Mark
The Infiniti J, Q, I and M were 4 of my favorite cars that have ever been produced. special mention goes to their corporate cousin the Nissan Maxima. All of these cars unfortunately are sadly no longer in production. Rest in peace
Same here g models boring basic and bland
Love my M45 sport!! Love everything about it!
I had one about 10 years ago and absolutely loved it
I've been wanting one! Glad I stumbled upon this video
Nice vid. I owned an all black '03 M45 back in '09 at Ft Bragg NC and it was so baller with the wood trim inside. Had to sell it tho, broke my heart. Hope it lives on out there. I had no idea how rare that car was at the time.
THE MADLAD DID IT LETS GO M45
I love my 06 M45! It truly is luxurious and fun!
Lmaoooo yessirrr
Got a 06 m45 sport had it for years in the garage still runs like brand new 💪
Thank you for this video it makes me want an infiniti now
I was a little uneasy and I'm sure about buying it my 2003 M45 is the greatest car I've owned so far
I had a fully loaded 2012 m56x, when on cruise control the car practically drove itself. It had actual cooled seats not just ventilated which is very rare. I could go on and on about that car. I ended up trading it in for a 2017 Q60rs when they had just came out in late 2016.
I owned a 2008 Infiniti m45x and now a 2011 Infiniti m56x did you prefer the m or the Q?
lucky mf, Im searching everywhere for a m56 and there's none on the market, they're so rare
The M56 for sure.
@Michael lol I know. I currently have a 2022 Jaguar Fpace SVR, it's a beast but it still doesn't have all the bells and whistles my 2012 M56 had. I miss that car.
Much as I hate to say it, I think the Q60 was a downgrade.
I used to be an Infiniti tech and I recently got a 06 M35 base model. Wishing I had the M45S.
If I had to choose between a fully loaded M56 or a Q60RS, I’d have to choose the 56. More tech than the Q and I like having rear seats for just in case. Fairly positive it also has a heated steering wheel and collapsible rear sunshade.
Was also never a fan of the usually laggy screen the Q60 has.
Tho if you want power potential VR30 all day.
Awesome video. I had a 05 Nissan Fuga 450GT ( Japan's version). Best car I've ever owned! So fast and fun drive.
I still look for these every now and then, even though I’ve said I’m done w/ 4 doors.
Good video on an underrated gem. You bring style and info to those cars people sometimes forget about. Being Italian I'd love to see a video on some lesser known "Pasta-Rockets"!!!
Awesome man I can look into some for sure
I rented one years ago and thought it was the best car I had ever driven.
Great video! I ❤ my Q70L 5.6
It was only at half way through the video when i noticed the the black ops theme song 🤣 nice vid
I’ve owned two. Have one now. Love it.
Those early 2000s ones are my favorite body style for sure and I'd still like to get a hold of one...even though I remember how bad the V8 model allegedly burned oil.
I own a 03 m45 and I love it so much because no one knows what it is. Most of the time people think I swapped lol
I almost bought one but back then the aftermarket support was solely from Japan and expensive. I was big in the LS400s and the support for those was massive. That said, I'd still love a M56s
I love my y34 m45, 150k miles and still feels brand new
Well no were never going to be able to find them lol. Sweet not like I'm ways looking for one to pop up. Been a great run 👌
I wonder why there wasn't strong aftermarket support for the 5.6 because swaps would've been cooler for us G/Z owners.
Always liked these v8s...classy yet powerful.
I LOVE THE BO1 BACKGROUND MUSIC!!!!!!
M45 is one of my favorites the first model year
Love the jungle camp black ops 1 music. Had flashbacks
I love the MW2 theme music in the background
I've always loved the 2002 m45
Owned a 2006 M35. Man that was a nice car. These are so slept on. JDM Market name is Nissan Fuga. Had the opportunity to buy an 04 M45. But couldn't give up the 06 at the time. Probably the nicest car I've owned. Now have a 2017 2SS Camaro that is a tad more feature rich. But yeah 12 yrs newer.
Always wanted this one and the older Lexus looking one
I’m happy I own a 07 m35 and 2015 q50, now I gotta work on getting a g37 and m56
I love the BO1 background music!
Hey Mark, keep the videos going they're great! I have a request, could you possibly do a video on the Infiniti G20 aka the P11/P10 Primera? Very underrated and a great daily driver if you find a good example.
I will for sure and thank you man
I see G20's all the time and always point them out. They seem to be iron horses.
FOR REAL i just got one recently ive. never seen it before then when i popped the HOOD I SAW A DAMN SR20DE
I love the G20 as well. Very rare on the East Coast.
Yes I had 3 p10s man I miss those I have a wrx but doesn't measure up to the fun I had in those sr20s
Block ops 1 baby🤟 wicked sound track
keep at it brother!
Thank you for this! These cars are soooooo underrated #infinitifam
I have a 2003 M45 and I Love iT!!! 💖💯
Love the m45. I tried for years to find a low mileage one but never found one. The Q45 was another one. It really should have been a hit.
the q45 was a hit young in everyone had one back then. the m45 looked outdated but the Q was a spaceship for sure.
The JDM Leopard and USDM M30 have different taillights, rear bumper cover, and a entirely different front clip. The hood, front fenders, headlights, grille insert, and bumper cover are all different.
I got an 03, stock as hell but so much fun
Y34 owner with a JDM front end conversion! Love this car !!
How did you do that? Do you have any pictures?
I've had THREE a, '96 I30, an '02 I35 and an ' 03 M45, which was sadly totaled in a hit and run shortly after I purchased it. GREAT cars.
rl & m45 so slept on
I fell in love with the looks, but never in a position to buy one!
My coworker just bought one with 80k miles on it cleanest m45 interior I've ever seen
The bo1 theme playing in background giving too much nostalgia😭
That damn bo1 soundtrack brings back so many memories🫡
A deer totaled my Murano so I searched for the 390hp VK50 powered Infiniti FX50 as a replacement Dad mobile. Flew half way across the country to find the right one for me but was totally worth the $220 flight and 2.5 day drive back home.
As a JDM RWD Fan and prospective buyer, this opened my eyes up. I have a G37 Coupe 6MT which I drift and I'm looking for a fun powerful JDM 4-door to daily. I was planning on importing the JZX100 but shii I didn't realize how dope the M45, and especially the M56 is. I may stick with Nissan/Infiniti on this one haha.
M56 is a bargain for what you get
Lol literally me had a g37 sedan and wanted to import a jzx100 Lmaoo
Had a 2003 M45 in red and fully loaded! Loved that thing!
Just found one in my price range and just worried about the oil and it having a lot of Maintenance. How was it in your experience and do u recommend it?
@Alex Rojas the maintenance was fine but parts and labor are a bit pricey. It didn't eat too much oil and it ran smooth. I definitely recommend it so long as it's in good shape. Little things start to go bad on it but once its sorted out its a damn decent car that is different than the rest. Not many around. In my opinion, they have a lot more character than the newer generation.
@@georgeboyd4619 definitely looks better than the newer ones in my opinion and I appreciate it a lot gonna go look at it tomorrow and hopefully buy and keep it running for a long time .
I've owned a J30, an I30, and an M45. All of them were awesome. If I could find another 2004 M45 with low miles... I would 100% snatch that up.
What would be a good year m45 to get ?
Loveed my 09 g35 and my 2015 3.7 q 50 and now my 2011 m37x
Great vid
I had an infinit m56s 2012 and it was one of my best cars no issues reliable and 420hp. I wish I could find one now.
I need to get my 45 running again.... One of the best sounding V8s you'll ever hear
Yep soon as I get room I'm doing a delete muffler has two resonators and a cat as well little much in weight.
Check out mine guys tell me what you think! Type 2008 m45 sport part 1 and watch part 2 video. Thanks
I am Honda through and through, but I love those Infinit's from the early 2000's.
Hi Mark, is it possible for you in the future to do a deep dive on the mk4 or mk5 golf? I love these cars and would like to see you cover one of them. Also vids are great and keep up the amazing work.
Yessir I will for sure
@@markroden Ay lets go. Your vids are the best if i haven't mentioned it enough
I’d love to get one of these but I’m goin with the g37 sedan I need something with awd
The Y33 Leopard you actually show in your video is my car! Lol! I bought it from Driver Motorsports. 💪
Y33s need more love
2003 version looks the best to me. So much character.
One of your best videos yet - I buy and fix and sell these cars in florida I’ve had 4-6 m35s and about 10 g35s so I can definitely say unbiasedly that they are great cars JUST KEEP OIL IN THEM AND CHANGE THE 3 SEALS & WATCH YOUR TRANNY FLUID LEVELS IF YOUR AUTO
Yep best IAA flippers
@@jordanrodriguez5043 you're joking, right?
Instagram ?
Great Vid! Just minor correction @2:48 you mentioned VR30(This is from Q50/Q60/New Z) , I think you mean't VG30, cheers!
Looking for a low mileage M56xS at the moment. Hard to find the sport model in awd
Love seeing Charlie 😂
My M45 is still one of my favorite cars I've ever owned. Above my E class and 7 series. Definitely above this damn RLX.
I have an 08 m45x and I love it
Second Gen M45 when lowered on nice wheels chiefs kissed
Mm just slaps
Yes!!!! The M45! Finally! I would love one but the G37 is faster and newer and the M37/M56 is too expensive so I’m torn between the two 😬
Yeah I do like the g37s better tbh but these are more luxurious
M56 are extremely rare to find
@@markroden it only takes a few mods to make M45's faster.
@@coleviney4740 yes they are ! Try finding a Q70 with the 5.6. Almost impossible!
@@fredwilliams7893 what year ? Why so harr to find
Seeing all these positive comments is fantastic. I personally own one as well, and wouldn't even think of selling it, it's a jewel. A testament to how great the model line was, and how obscure cars can even be better than more sought after ones. But hey, lower prices and more fun for the few of us 😉
The J30 in Japan (Leopard) also came with V8.
Is that the call of duty Home Screen sound track playing in the background ?..
I love my m30 always the only one at drift events
That sandy colored J30 at 4:25 or so actually has a LS1 swap. Video on here somewhere. Awesome setup
still the most elegant looking and imo best looking Infiniti.
Very good video on , like you said, a car that didn't get its props. I currently own a y34 2003 m45 and I have an S500 2003 I can tell you , this Infiniti , to me makes Mercedes seem way overrated. This Infiniti is faster and has way less problems than the Benz. Keep up the good work on the videos .
Thanks so much bro and yeah it deserves more love for sure
@@markroden yeah there wasn’t enough of them made to really make an impact on the car world but that’s why I have it , no one else has it … only seen one besides mine in the street here in Washington state… and one for sale in Tacoma
@@thomasshankings4557 any issues with the v8 . Saw one selling here with 220k miles
Love my 07 M45s such a good mix of speed and luxury but the avg of 14mpg is rough
That last generation of M was one of the most beautiful cars ever made.
Anyone know of aftermarket rear shocks/strut assembly for 03 M45 Y34 ? Be a huge help . Thanks. I hear 350z rear shocks will work . Help please.
A house near me always has a super clean silver J30 parked out front
Lolol the Black Ops 1 menu music
03 m45 owner here absolutely love my car and the fact I’m the only one with it on the street
'07 M45 owner here. Love the car and if I could find a '03 in good shape I would buy it in a heartbeat...ultimate sleeper. V8 baby
Got my 04 g35 coupe 6 speed with the brembos 7 years ago off the original owner with 30k miles. Got 90k on it now and still going strong. The amount of people that ask me about it is crazy. Have times really changed this much
They’re really cool cars I want one so bad but I got the z instead lol
I just thought of a funny story. I purchased my 2005 G35 new. My friend at work had a 2004 G35 with the sport package. This was before the "S" designation came out. The early sport packages had the brembos. For 2005 the sport package came with asymmetrical 19" rims. I searched SoCal for a manual. Only about 3% of the G35s being produced were manual. The manuals were being sold at a premium. I find my car. Test drive an automatic because they did not allow test drives on the manuals. I go to a parking lot and peel the wrapping off of my car which had never even been test driven. I get home and it was several days before I realized that I did not have Brembos! I thought there was a mistake. Then after some research on the internet I found that they had dropped the brembos due to too many complaints about the fast brake pad wear.
In 2009 I got rid of the car for about $18k. This was a few thousand less than the wholesale price on the automatics because the dealers did not want to deal with manuals because nobody was buying. Let's not forget that I paid about $3k more than an automatic when purchasing it for the manual option. Five years later, around 2015 I happen to be in an Infiniti dealer looking around and considering an FX for my wife when I see a sign in which the dealer is actively looking for a 2003-2006 G35 manual and is willing to pay $25k!