Teens First Car: 2000 Infiniti I30 or 1996 Infiniti Q45?

[Jaehyun]

I'm having a hard time deciding on which car to get, a 2000 Infiniti I30 or 1996 Infiniti Q45. The 2000 Infiniti I30 has 156,000+ miles on it where the 1996 Infiniti Q45 has 96,000+ miles. I much prefer the 2000's in/exterior compared to the 1996, but I'm worried that it would be bad to get a car with 156,000+ miles.

The cars aren't very different in their prices; the 2000 Infiniti I30 is about $4,000 and the 1996 Infiniti Q45 is about $3500. I'm hoping a could negotiate them down a bit, though, especially the 2000 Infiniti I30.

How long should I expect either of these cars to last me, I'm hoping to keep the car I choose for the next 4/5 years.

Opinions are greatly appriciated! :]
I don't plan to drive it too much, mostly to and from school, work, home, and the store; all of which are not more than 30mins from eachother.

 

[esqueue]

The i30 uses the vq30dek engine. These engines are know to be very reliable if taken care of. Fail to maintain any vehicle and it will fail.

I have no information on the v8 though.

 

[Infiniti & Beyond]

I vote I30

I have a 99 I30 a 2002 Q45 and my daughter now in a 97 I30. All have been great cars. I am approaching 300,000 miles on the 99; my Daughter at 150,000 on the 97 and we are at 125,000 on the Q - none have had any serious repairs needed. The Q is terrible on gas especially on short trips. However if you live in a colder area - the Q is amazing in the winter. I travel throughout New England and the 4 wheel drive on the Q has always gotten me through any storm we have encountered.

That being said - I love my I30 - how can I not at 295,000 + plus miles with nothing more than brakes and oil changes.