Credov's researched list of the 3 faults the Nissan Skyline V35 is known for (2005–2007), 2 of them serious or costly. Each one says what to look for when you check the car, so you can spot it before you buy. Not every car has these faults: they are the ones worth checking on this model.
What to look for: Start the car and check the ABS, VDC and SLIP warning lights go out within a few seconds.
Why it matters: US owners of 2006 G35 sedans and coupes reported ABS module burnout with replacement units of US$1,400-2,100 and long waits for parts. Used or rebuilt units are the usual NZ fix.
What to look for: Check the dipstick cold and ask about oil top-ups between services, watching for blue smoke on a rev.
Why it matters: A car run low on oil also wears its timing chains and cam bearings. Fix ranges from rings and a rebuild to a used engine.
What to look for: Shine a torch through each headlight lens to tell outer coating haze from a milky inside haze.
Why it matters: Hazed or peeling lenses cut beam output at night and can fail a WoF, and inside haze cannot be polished out, so the lens or the whole headlight unit may need replacing.
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On top of the faults above, every Credov inspection covers the basics: fuel smell, leaks or filler rust, engine oil leaks, power steering fluid leak, drive belt cracks or squeal, rust underneath: chassis and mounts, engine mounts, engine oil level and colour, coolant level, colour and leaks, head gasket failure signs, cold start: rattle, knock or smoke, rough or hunting idle, engine running hot on gauge, gearbox or diff oil leak, swapped gearbox without lvv and more.
Researched by Credov from manufacturer recalls and service bulletins, owner reports and workshop sources. Repair prices are typical ranges, not quotes. See also fault codes and repair costs.