I'm fairly certain my motor is shot (2002 i35 200,000mi). It was bound to happen after all the problems I've had with the car.

Looking to replace it. I see a vq35de from a 6gen Maxima (05 06) is about $900.

Will this work? Anything additional needed to bolt right on? I have a quote of $1200 for the labor, so I might be able to do it if it comes in under 2k.

If not, I may part out the car.

 

Won't work the car will burst into a million flames and cause a hole in the ozone layer.

Kidding.

https://maxima.org/forums/all-motor/664908-help-guide-help-i-need-vq35-ones-will-fit-my-car.html

If you're located near Houston and can spend a weekend down here I'd be down to do it.