But I want a G.....
the performance, price, AWD and comfort are sooo tempting.

Sounds like it's hit and miss which means I'll need to do good test drive before buying (if I buy).

 

I don't have any squeaks or such that I know of. Of course I almost always have the radio on, so they would have to be pretty loud for me to hear them.

You should be able to test drive the actual car you are going to buy, so do exactly that. Take it out and see if anything annoys you.

And the performance, price and AWD are AWESOME!

 

So far no squeaks/rattles in mine either, and I've always been very picky about finding the source of noise and fixing it myself. Having said that, there will always be the possibility of panels rubbing but when you drive this car you should find that it feels and sounds very solid. As you said, the value is there, plus Infiniti service is great.

I know many people with Bimmers, Audi's and MBs, and the main complaint is the amount of time these german cars are in the shop for one thing or another. Not saying that they're not great cars, but there's a tradeoff. If Lexus had a comparable AWD model I would have definitely considered it, but the IS250 is nowhere near the performance and amenities of the Gx.

 

C'mon Max, don't give him such a hard time.

"I agree with PeterUbers -- That darn infiniti dealership never fixed any of my rattles or squeaks. For a $40k car, you shouldn't have to deal with these rattle issues. Go with a Benz, Bimmer or something else."

Earth0 is a great member on the G35driver side...

 

No squeaks or rattles at all in mine. Tight as a drum after 4.5 months.

 

Agreed -- if there was a 6AT IS350AWD -- i would have preferred that over the Nissan...er I mean Infiniti...

 

It's just too small. I have a IS250 manual/RWD and while it's tight with no rattles and fairly fun to drive, it's too small for a family car and not enough power. I'll keep the IS for commuting.

For a family car, I'd like a bit more room, more power, auto, AWD... but no rattles.

 

2600 miles and no rattles whatsoever

 

Bmw=bunch money wasted

 

I live in Nebraska, and the speaks and creaks really show off their color during cold season (even in 50s and 60s degree temp). I suspect that's when all the seals and trims shrinks....etc., and if you have the sport package, you're in for a treat! I also have engine noise during start-up too!