1998 Infiniti Q45

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Arriving in fall 1989 alongside Toyota's Lexus division, Infiniti represented Nissan's ambitious leap into the luxury car segment, aimed squarely at established players like Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Cadillac. The brand's flagship Q45 sedan was a radical departure from Nissan's existing lineup, featuring distinctive design choices like a grille-less front end and wood-free dashboard that challenged luxury car conventions. In 1997, Infiniti shifted its focus from performance to comfort with a redesigned Q45 that featured a smaller 4.1-liter V8 engine making 266 horsepower, dropped the active suspension option, and followed more closely in the footsteps of the segment-leading Lexus LS400. This second generation, known as the Y33, showcased new styling with an inverse curve C-pillar, a conventional grille, and full-length horizontal beltline, while offering increased rear legroom despite its shorter wheelbase. Thanks to exceptional Nissan build quality, early Q45s remain compelling even with higher mileage examples. 

Highlights 

• Consignor reports that he is only the third owner from new 

• Finished in metallic beige over beige leather upholstery 

• 4.1-liter VH41DE DOHC V8 rated at 266 horsepower and 278 lb-ft of torque 

• Four-speed automatic transmission 

• 16-inch aluminum alloy wheels 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features 

• Automatic power antenna 

• Power-operated sunroof 

• Wood interior trim 

• Power-adjustable front seats with memory and lumbar support 

• Power windows, locks, mirrors, fuel-filler door, and trunk releases 

• Power tilt/telescoping leather-wrapped steering wheel 

• Power rear sunshade 

• Automatic climate control 

• Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror 

• Center armrest with dual cup holders, front and rear  

• Rear A/C vents and heater ducts 

• Analog clock 

• Cruise control 

• Bose 200-watt audio system  

• AM/FM/CD/cassette stereo 

Known Imperfections 

• Scratches on both corners of the front bumper 

• Scuff on front passenger’s-side door 

• Scratch on passenger’s-side rearview mirror cap

• Minor surface rust on undercarriage and exhaust 

Included 

• Spare A/C compressor 

• Jack 

• Jumper cables 

• Spare wheel and tire 

• Owner’s manual 

• Maintenance log 

Ownership History 

The consignor states that he is the third owner of this 1998 Infiniti Q45, having acquired it from the second owner who purchased the vehicle from the original owner's estate in Tennessee. The second owner added approximately 500 miles during their brief ownership before selling to the current owner, who has since accumulated an additional 800 miles. The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report shows previous registration history in North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and Ohio.