Infiniti G35 07' - Good Deal? Help!?

[quietstorm83]

I am close to closing on a 07' G35 with 45K miles. The car is listed as $22,999. The process was going smoothly until I asked for the CarFax Report that revealed the personal owner was in an accident.

It was reported that she hit another car. (front right passenger: bumper, light and side stated the salesperson) the report states it is extensive damage...salvage..may have an effect on operation...may not. This was a big concern but the salesperson states that the car did not suffer any internal damage it was all cosmetic, and it could not be auctioned and brought to the lot until it passed inspection and could not be certified. I'm paying for certification to get an extended warranty and a lower interest rate.

My questions are: Can a car be certified being in an accident like this?

The car was not listed as being certified online? How do I know it was certified before I am paying for it?

What important checks(inspections) are done in the certification process? Need some reasurrance.

Would you consider this a good buy?

Where can I find a reputable and knowledgeable mechanic of Infinities to inspect the vehicle?