EraVerdict: The affordable VQ coupe/sedan with Z33 bones. Rev-Up oil use and gallery-gasket / oil-pressure health are the buy filters — same family lessons as the 350Z.
At a glance
Risk 3/5 Market: Skyline DNA, sedan or coupe
Must-have records:
- Oil consumption history
- Gallery gasket / oil-pressure test
- VTC / timing cover work
- Suspension bushing refresh
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Buy-risk rundown
| Issue | Symptom | How to check | Typical cost (as of Nov 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oil consumption (esp. Rev-Up / mid-years) | Low oil between changes | Check level; ask about top-offs | Not yet verified as a shop fix price [1][2] |
| Oil gallery gaskets / low oil pressure | P0011/P0021; hot-idle pressure drop | Mechanical oil-pressure gauge before buying | Timing-cover job; cost not yet verified — get a quote [3][4] |
| Front suspension bushings / ball joints | Clunks, wander, inner tire wear | Lift inspection; shake-down drive | Not yet verified [1] |
| CV joints / axle noise | Clicking on turn | Listen on full-lock turns | Not yet verified |
Cost figures checked against the sources below in Nov 2026. Bracketed numbers refer to the source list.
Notes
- 2007+ HR engines share gallery-gasket concerns with late 350Z/early G37/370Z family cars.
- Manual coupes are the enthusiast picks; automatics need a shift-quality check.
Before you buy
Use our printable pre-purchase inspection checklist and get a PPI from a marque specialist.
Sources
- CarGurus, Infiniti G35 buying guide (accessed Nov 2026)
- Grassroots Motorsports, G35 buyer's guide thread (accessed Nov 2026)
- Z1 Motorsports, VQ35DE gallery gasket kit (accessed Nov 2026)
- DTX Performance, VQ gallery gaskets explained (accessed Nov 2026)
Last updated 2026-11-05. Costs vary by region and shop.
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