Got an Infiniti ready for the end of the road? We buy every Infiniti across Chicago and the suburbs — G35 and G37 coupes and sedans, Q50 and Q60, QX60 family haulers, massive QX56 and QX80 full-size SUVs, FX35/FX45/QX70 crossovers, M35/M37/M56 sedans, old I30/I35, classic Q45 flagships, the JX35, EX35, and QX4. Cash For Junk Cars LLC pays $500 to $20,000 depending on vehicle, with same-day free towing across the Chicago metro.
Infiniti is a distinctive brand in the junk car market. As Nissan’s luxury arm, Infiniti inherits Nissan’s VQ and VK engine families — some of the most over-built V6 and V8 engines ever put in production cars — along with Nissan’s chassis platforms. That combination of luxury trim plus durable drivetrain means Infinitis retain significant parts value deep into six-figure mileage territory.
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Infiniti in Chicago — Tuner Icon, Dealer Consolidation, and Long-Hold Luxury
Infiniti’s story in Chicago is a mix of three overlapping markets:
The G35/G37 tuner market. Chicago has a serious import-tuner and drift-car community, and the G35 coupe and sedan (2003–2008) plus the G37 coupe, sedan, and convertible (2008–2013) are icons of that scene. The VQ35HR (2007+) and VQ37VHR (2008+) engines produce strong power, rev well, and respond to tuning. Chassis is RWD with a limited-slip diff. Result: even badly-crashed G35/G37 shells bring serious money from builders, and the engines/transmissions from wrecked examples move immediately.
The dealership contraction aftermath. Infiniti closed or consolidated multiple Chicago-area dealerships over the 2015–2022 window. Customers who bought certified pre-owned Infinitis expecting easy warranty work found themselves driving further or using independent shops. Independent Infiniti expertise is thinner than Toyota/Honda/Chevy, so when a 2011 QX56 throws an RE5R05A transmission code, the diagnostic pathway is longer and more expensive. That dealer-network issue alone has pushed hundreds of Chicago-area Infinitis into the junk market earlier than they otherwise would have gone.
The family-hauler QX60/QX80 market. Chicago families who wanted a three-row luxury SUV but didn’t want an Escalade or a GL-Class often chose QX60 (2013+, rebadged Pathfinder) or QX80 (2011+, rebadged Armada/Patrol). When these hit 150,000+ miles with transmission or CVT issues, they come to us.
Three reasons Infiniti sellers do well in our market:
- VQ and VK engines carry resale value. VQ35DE/HR, VQ37VHR, VK45DE/VK56DE/VK56VD — all have active used-parts markets, and cats are valuable.
- Nissan parts interchange. QX56/QX80 = Armada. QX60 = Pathfinder. FX/QX70 shares suspension with 350Z/370Z. G35/G37 shares platform with 350Z/370Z. Parts buyers know these overlaps.
- Premium wheels and electronics. Infiniti ships upgraded wheels, premium audio, and more extensive electronics than Nissan equivalents — all of it parts-out value.
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Top Infiniti Models We Buy in Chicago
- G35 (2003–2007 sedan, 2003–2008 coupe) — VQ35DE V6. Drift/tuner icon. Manual and auto versions both in demand.
- G37 (2008–2013) — VQ37VHR V6. Coupe, sedan, convertible. IPL trim brings extra money.
- Q40 / Q50 / Q60 (2014+) — Replaced G sedan and coupe naming. VQ37 continuing, plus VR30 twin-turbo V6 on Red Sport 400 trims (very valuable — call us).
- QX56 (2004–2013) — Full-size SUV, rebadged Armada/Patrol. VK56DE V8. Massive scrap weight.
- QX80 (2011+) — Replaced QX56. VK56VD V8. Continues as one of the largest luxury SUVs.
- QX60 (2013+ / rebadged JX35 2013–2014) — Mid-size three-row SUV, rebadged Pathfinder. VQ35 + CVT (known weak point).
- FX35 (2003–2008) / FX45 (2003–2008) — First-gen crossover. VQ35 or VK45 V8.
- FX35 (2009–2013) / FX50 (2009–2013) — Second-gen, renamed QX70 from 2014. VQ35 or VK50 V8.
- QX70 (2014–2017) — Continuation of FX. Low production volume.
- EX35 / EX37 (2008–2014) / QX50 (2014+) — Compact crossover.
- M35 / M45 (2003–2010) — Mid-size sedan, RWD. VQ35 or VK45 V8.
- M37 / M56 (2011–2013) — Renamed Q70 from 2014. VQ37 or VK56 V8.
- Q70 / Q70L (2014–2019) — Final M-platform flagship sedan.
- I30 (1996–1999) / I35 (2002–2004) — Rebadged Maxima. Cheap, common, everyday parts cars.
- Q45 (1990–2006) — Original flagship. G50 (1990–1996), FY33 (1997–2001), F50 (2002–2006) generations. VH45DE and VK45DE V8s.
- JX35 (2013–2014) — Renamed QX60. Short production run.
- QX4 (1997–2003) — Rebadged Pathfinder. Body-on-frame SUV.
If your Infiniti model isn’t here, call (773) 939-3333 — we buy every Infiniti.
Infiniti Junk Car Prices in Chicago
Typical 2026 Chicago-area pricing.
| Model Tier | Running + Title | Non-Running + Title | No Title / Totaled |
|---|---|---|---|
| QX56 / QX80 | $1,800–$12,000 | $900–$5,500 | $650–$3,800 |
| QX70 / FX45 / FX50 | $1,200–$8,500 | $600–$3,800 | $450–$2,500 |
| QX60 / JX35 | $1,100–$7,500 | $600–$3,500 | $400–$2,200 |
| Q50 / Q60 (Red Sport 400) | $2,500–$15,000 | $1,400–$8,500 | $900–$5,000 |
| Q50 / Q60 (base/sport) | $900–$8,500 | $500–$4,000 | $350–$2,400 |
| G35 / G37 Coupe | $1,000–$6,500 | $600–$3,200 | $450–$2,200 |
| G35 / G37 Sedan | $900–$5,500 | $500–$2,800 | $350–$1,800 |
| G37 Convertible / IPL | $1,400–$8,500 | $800–$4,500 | $600–$3,000 |
| M35 / M37 / M45 / M56 / Q70 | $800–$6,500 | $500–$3,200 | $350–$2,000 |
| FX35 (2003–2013) | $700–$4,500 | $400–$2,200 | $300–$1,400 |
| EX35 / EX37 / QX50 | $700–$5,000 | $400–$2,400 | $300–$1,500 |
| Q45 (all generations) | $600–$4,000 | $400–$2,200 | $300–$1,400 |
| I30 / I35 / QX4 | $400–$2,500 | $250–$1,200 | $200–$800 |
For a specific price on your exact Infiniti, see how much is my junk car worth or call directly.
Common Problems That Send Infinitis to Chicago Junkyards
1. VQ35DE / VQ37VHR Oil Consumption (2007–2013 G35, G37, FX35, M35, EX35, QX60)
The VQ-series V6 has a well-documented oil consumption problem on 2007–2013 models — often a quart every 1,000 miles, sometimes worse. Nissan/Infiniti extended the warranty but didn’t fix the underlying design. High-mileage examples frequently burn oil badly enough to foul catalytic converters, which then throws P0420/P0430 codes. Catalytic converter replacement is $1,500+ and doesn’t solve the root problem. Many owners let the car ride until it fails emissions or the cats clog, then sell to us.
2. RE5R05A 5-Speed Automatic Transmission Wear (QX56, FX45, M45, Q45, Titan-family)
The 5-speed automatic behind VK-series V8s has known wear patterns — torque converter lockup issues, 3-4 shift flare, eventual failure. Rebuild: $3,500–$5,500. On 10+ year old QX56 and FX45, owners often sell to us instead.
3. JATCO CVT Failure (QX60, JX35, early Q50 hybrid)
QX60 and JX35 use the JF017E CVT — the same family that’s plagued Nissan Altima/Pathfinder/Murano. Failure modes include shudder, loss of drive, total CVT death around 100,000–140,000 miles. Replacement is $4,000+. CVT-failed QX60s come to us weekly.
4. Continuously Variable Valve Timing Failures (VQ37VHR)
The VQ37VHR’s variable valve timing system has solenoid and actuator failures — timing ladder rattle on startup, eventual engine damage if ignored. Repair requires engine teardown.
5. Rear Active Steer / HICAS / DAS Failures (G37, Q50, M37, Q60)
Infiniti’s electronic steering and active-rear-wheel-steer systems are expensive to repair when they fail. Dead HICAS alone won’t junk a car, but combined with transmission or engine issues, it tips the math.
6. FX Continuous Damping Suspension (FX35, FX45, FX50, QX70)
Hydraulic continuously-damped suspension on FX/QX70 leaks, loses pressure, and fails modes. Replacement per corner is $800–$1,400.
7. Timing Chain Wear on High-Mileage VQ35 (first-gen G35, 350Z-family)
VQ35DE timing chain guides wear past 180,000 miles. Repair requires engine teardown. Combined with oil consumption and transmission wear, typical first-gen G35s with 200k+ miles make more sense to sell than to repair.
3 Steps to Sell Your Junk Infiniti for Cash
Step 1 — Call or Submit
(773) 939-3333 or free quotation form. Year, model, trim (Red Sport 400, IPL, Sport, Journey), mileage, running status, title status. Photos help especially for G35/G37 coupes and convertibles and QX70/FX50.
Step 2 — Accept
Firm quotes in 2–3 minutes by phone.
Step 3 — Paid & Towed
Driver picks up at your address, pays cash or check, loads the car. Free tow anywhere in the metro.
No Title? We Still Buy Infinitis in Illinois
Under the Illinois 10-year rule, most older Infinitis (pre-2016) sell with just photo ID and IL form VSD-190. That covers every I30, I35, QX4, Q45, M35/M45, FX35/FX45 first-gen, G35, most G37s, and first-gen QX56.
Newer Infinitis without title: registration, bill of sale, insurance docs, or affidavit bridges most cases.
Indiana residents (Hammond, Gary, East Chicago, Munster): Indiana requires title or bonded-title process. Ask us.
Service Areas — We Buy Infinitis Across Chicagoland
Same-day pickup covers Chicago, Cook County, DuPage, Will, Lake IL, and northwest Indiana.
- Cicero — West-side, G35/G37 volume
- Naperville — DuPage, QX60 and QX80 market
- Skokie — North Shore, Q50 and FX pickup
- Oak Lawn — Southwest, full range
- Hammond — Northwest Indiana pickup
- Schaumburg — Northwest suburbs
- Tinley Park — South suburbs
- Bolingbrook — Will County
Full list on our service areas page.
Also buying Infiniti’s parent brand: Nissan — identical engines and platforms, same-day pickup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much will I get for a junk Infiniti G35 or G37 in Chicago?
G35 and G37 pricing is strong relative to condition because these cars are drift-culture icons. A running G35 coupe or sedan with a title typically brings $900–$3,500, and a G37 brings $1,400–$5,500. Non-running examples with a good VQ35HR or VQ37VHR engine still bring $600–$2,200 because the drivetrain alone is worth $1,200–$2,500 to tuner builders. Even a stripped shell or drift-crashed chassis pulls $500+ because enthusiasts buy them for track-car builds. Call with photos and we can tighten the number.
My QX80 has 200,000 miles and the V8 burns a quart of oil every 500 miles. Is it worth anything?
Yes. The 5.6L VK56 V8 in QX56 (2004–2013) and QX80 (2011+) is essentially the Nissan Armada/Patrol engine — it's a substantial scrap pull on its own, and the QX80 body carries enormous steel weight. Even with high oil consumption and 200k+ miles, a QX80 typically brings $1,800–$7,500 in the Chicago market. The 7-speed automatic, catalytic converters, 22-inch wheels, and body panels all have independent buyers. Don't scrap a QX80 for steel value — call us first.
Can you buy a non-running FX35 or FX45?
Absolutely. First-gen FX (2003–2008) and second-gen FX (2009–2013, renamed QX70 from 2014) are common in our junk stream. The FX35 with VQ35DE and FX45 with VK45DE had known issues — electronic steering failures (HICAS on early models, continuous damping suspension, and rear active steer on later), timing chain wear on high-mileage VQ35 engines, and the troublesome RE5R05A 5-speed automatic. A non-running FX typically brings $600–$2,500 depending on year and what's failed. Interior is luxurious and salvageable, wheels are premium sizes, and the VK45 V8 in FX45 is especially valuable.
Are older Infiniti models like the Q45 and M45 worth anything?
Yes — and these are underrated in the junk market. The Q45 (1990–2006) flagship, especially the original G50 Q45 with the VH45DE V8, and the M45 (2003–2010) sedan with the same V8 platform, have dedicated enthusiast followings. Even a high-mileage Q45 brings $500–$2,500 because the VH45 and later VK45 V8s are valuable engines, and the full-size chassis carries real scrap weight. I30 and I35 (1996–2004) — rebadged Maxima — are cheaper ($300–$1,200) but still bought every week.
Why are there so many abandoned or junk Infinitis in Chicago specifically?
It's a real pattern, and there's a reason. Infiniti closed multiple Chicago-area dealerships over the past decade — Libertyville Infiniti, Bredemann Infiniti in Glenview, and others consolidated or shut down. That left many Chicago-area Infiniti owners with longer drives for warranty and certified service, which pushed them toward independent shops with less Infiniti expertise. Combined with known failure modes on VQ engine oil consumption, electronic steering, and transmission wear, a lot of 10- to 15-year-old Infinitis become uneconomical to repair. We buy the result — hundreds per year in the Chicago metro.