What makes the G better then other cars?
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I own one, and I love it, but... it's not an investment. It is an entry-level luxury-sport sedan. The mileage sucks. 20mpg is not great. Replacement tires are expensive. The car wants premium fuel. You might get nailed by your insurance company with the "high-performance vehicle" penalty. You mentioned your parents, so I'll also mention that dealerships won't give you a loaner car if you're under 21 -- and even then, the loaners are only for service with 2 hours of labor or more. No loaner for brake jobs or oil changes.
On the other hand.. the car has a traction/stability control system that won't let you spin the car in the rain, 6 airbags, very good brakes with ABS and EBD, active headrests, etc.. basically "the works" in safety equipment. And it's a hoot to drive. I autocross my car. If you're in the market for a sport sedan, to me it's either this or the BMW 3-series, and this car is thousands cheaper.
On the other hand.. the car has a traction/stability control system that won't let you spin the car in the rain, 6 airbags, very good brakes with ABS and EBD, active headrests, etc.. basically "the works" in safety equipment. And it's a hoot to drive. I autocross my car. If you're in the market for a sport sedan, to me it's either this or the BMW 3-series, and this car is thousands cheaper.
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Originally Posted by mpgxsvcd
Just curious, if you struck it rich what sedan would you replace your G with? Personally the only 4 door car I think I would trade in my G for is that Mercedes CLS. That is one spectacular car even with its spectacular price.
The CLS has a very nice look but can get cramped as far as headroom is concerned in the back seat and there is nothing worse than a cramped multimillionaire.
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Originally Posted by Corgidog
I want to say the BMW 545 or is it now the 550i 6 spd, but it is just awful looking. That is it for the non exotics in a stick and I don't even know if the exotic sedans- Bentley, Massaratti, and that ilk, come in a stick. If you want an exotic in a stick, you might have to go with 2 doors. If I was to pick a car with an automatic trans, I probably would go for the Audi A8 in the S version because of all wheel drive. I'd stick snows on the 545/550 or move south with my millions if I hit the big one, err excuse me "when" I hit the big one.
The CLS has a very nice look but can get cramped as far as headroom is concerned in the back seat and there is nothing worse than a cramped multimillionaire.
The CLS has a very nice look but can get cramped as far as headroom is concerned in the back seat and there is nothing worse than a cramped multimillionaire.
I can't believe you did not say BMW M5, Why not?
This is the most powerful performance saloon ever produced. The numbers reveal the story: 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds (this is a luxury saloon, remember); a top speed of 155mph, as long as the speed limiter isn't bypassed though if it should happen to be, you'd be looking at something North of 200mph. This stellar performance is delivered by a 5-litre 10 cylinder engine which can rev in excess of 8,000 rpm and give you 507 brake horsepower should you be feeling brave enough to rise to the challenge. The engine also has variable valve timing and each of the 10 cylinders has its own electronically controlled..................
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Originally Posted by Texan1
I can't believe you did not say BMW M5, Why not?
This is the most powerful performance saloon ever produced. The numbers reveal the story: 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds (this is a luxury saloon, remember); a top speed of 155mph, as long as the speed limiter isn't bypassed though if it should happen to be, you'd be looking at something North of 200mph. This stellar performance is delivered by a 5-litre 10 cylinder engine which can rev in excess of 8,000 rpm and give you 507 brake horsepower should you be feeling brave enough to rise to the challenge. The engine also has variable valve timing and each of the 10 cylinders has its own electronically controlled..................
This is the most powerful performance saloon ever produced. The numbers reveal the story: 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds (this is a luxury saloon, remember); a top speed of 155mph, as long as the speed limiter isn't bypassed though if it should happen to be, you'd be looking at something North of 200mph. This stellar performance is delivered by a 5-litre 10 cylinder engine which can rev in excess of 8,000 rpm and give you 507 brake horsepower should you be feeling brave enough to rise to the challenge. The engine also has variable valve timing and each of the 10 cylinders has its own electronically controlled..................
http://www.mbusa.com/amg/model-inc.j...delsection=CLS
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Originally Posted by ryoken
I own one, and I love it, but... it's not an investment. It is an entry-level luxury-sport sedan. The mileage sucks. 20mpg is not great. Replacement tires are expensive. The car wants premium fuel. You might get nailed by your insurance company with the "high-performance vehicle" penalty. You mentioned your parents, so I'll also mention that dealerships won't give you a loaner car if you're under 21 -- and even then, the loaners are only for service with 2 hours of labor or more. No loaner for brake jobs or oil changes.
On the other hand.. the car has a traction/stability control system that won't let you spin the car in the rain, 6 airbags, very good brakes with ABS and EBD, active headrests, etc.. basically "the works" in safety equipment. And it's a hoot to drive. I autocross my car. If you're in the market for a sport sedan, to me it's either this or the BMW 3-series, and this car is thousands cheaper.
On the other hand.. the car has a traction/stability control system that won't let you spin the car in the rain, 6 airbags, very good brakes with ABS and EBD, active headrests, etc.. basically "the works" in safety equipment. And it's a hoot to drive. I autocross my car. If you're in the market for a sport sedan, to me it's either this or the BMW 3-series, and this car is thousands cheaper.
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Originally Posted by Corgidog
The G is not the best car on the road, far from it, but it does represent excellent value and it is known for being very reliable. For 30K you can get a taste of life in the 50+K range and have less problems. If I hit the lottery my G will be toast, but for now its the best compromise out there.
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Originally Posted by ABQ_G35
Actually, when I bought my first G35, my insurance dropped a lot from my Mustang GT Convertible, saved me a bunch, and as far as the loaners go, my dealership will loan it for anything, even just an oil change if you want, if you purchased the car there. So, some dealers do go the extra on that.
My dealership doesn't go that extra mile.. they don't really have to. They own both Infiniti dealerships within a 100 miles of my place. I just change my own oil, it's less of a hassle.BTW, if you're looking to buy a G35, and you want to know how your dealership is going to handle that situation.. make sure you go to the service dept. and talk to a service advisor. The salespeople may lie or may just flat not know the policy, and they'll make something up.
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Originally Posted by ryoken
Going from a Mustang GT.. yeah, I can see a drop. However, going from a 4-cyl Accord... my insurance went up a bit. My dealership doesn't go that extra mile.. they don't really have to. They own both Infiniti dealerships within a 100 miles of my place. I just change my own oil, it's less of a hassle.
BTW, if you're looking to buy a G35, and you want to know how your dealership is going to handle that situation.. make sure you go to the service dept. and talk to a service advisor. The salespeople may lie or may just flat not know the policy, and they'll make something up.
My dealership doesn't go that extra mile.. they don't really have to. They own both Infiniti dealerships within a 100 miles of my place. I just change my own oil, it's less of a hassle.BTW, if you're looking to buy a G35, and you want to know how your dealership is going to handle that situation.. make sure you go to the service dept. and talk to a service advisor. The salespeople may lie or may just flat not know the policy, and they'll make something up.
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Originally Posted by htn
????? isn't it 50k?????????? btb
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Originally Posted by Corgidog
The G has a 60K warranty at least the 05s and 04s do. For your sake I hope you do not own an 05 or 04 as it is sad not to know the warranty on your car.