I've always considered the G35 Coupe THE best looking car. It's the only car that looks good at all angles and views. I thought I was set on the TL, but it's not really the car that I want. The IS350, A4, and 2007 G35S were my other choices.

So before I make a more serious decision on which car to get, I'd like to see what isn't so good about the car.

Here's my list:
-tacky orange stiching
-power assist to let rear passengers in
-mileage



(There are usually one of these threads for each car forum, haven't been able to find one for this one)

 

you don't like the orange stitching? man, i love how that looks on the G.

only thing i probably don't like it the craptacular mileage if anything. i dont see anything else i would dislike about this car.

 

I can't stand the interior rattles. Looking back, if I had known, I would not have bought this car. Its unfortunate, because the car has so many good things to offer. I know most cars do have rattles, but not like this.

 

2 things... not having a seat cooler for the hot days and the glasses holder next to the dome light. none of my glasses fit in it.

 

thats why they have test drives...maybe you would be happier in some eco friendly tree hugger demasculating hybrid

 

^hahahahahahaha

 

My only real gripe is with the soft paint

 

my only complaint is when my passengers shyt themselves when i drive like a madman hahaha

 

I love the orange stiching! If you get it I will trade steering wheels with you if you want lol.

 

100% Agreed.

 

I know what you're saying. Back in October 2006, I was down to the same selection of cars in the following order of preference: G35 coupe, BMW335, Mitsubishi Evo, Lexus IS, Acura TSX, and Audi A4.

The first thing I did was test drive all those vehicles with a knowledgeable friend. We drove the **** out of those cars to test every aspect (braking, acceleration, stability/floatiness, redlining the engine, cornering, and all the practicality stuff).

The reason why I chose the G35 coupe is because that was the car I've always loved, and it didn't take much from the other cars to ruin their image compared to the G. The BMW didn't have a coupe version and just came out with the 335. Those are minor, but ends up $10K more expensive than the G, which is why I passed. The Lexus is out since they don't have a manual. The Mitsubishi dealership was too cheap to let me test drive their Evo, and their interior looked very cheap. Acura TSX is FWD with little HP compared to the other cars, although I'd have to say it's a great car. I like the looks better than the TL. Finally, the A4 had a bit of turbo lag and is too expensive and not worth the money like its Bavarian brother.

After 6 months (that sexy look is still there), I've been very happy with my G35, but if you want to pick bones out of an egg, I'll say gas mileage can be better and trunk space can be bigger. I love everything else.

 

-Soft paint
-Blose stereo
-Headlights not bright enough
-Too much road noise resonates through the cabin, even with new tires
-Headlight switch design (auto should not be the first detent away from off)
-Engine thrashy at higher revs- always seems like it will throw a rod if you get on it too hard

 

I agree the paint chips very easily and my other issue is its expensive to mod!!

 

+1000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 00000000

I cannot stand that paint on the g35. I was thinking about taking it to a paint shop to have it it repainted in black again except with the paint used on like chevy 2500 super duty trucks.

As for the rattles, get a front strut bar. It will help with the rattles alot.

-Sean

 

I have an 03 with 20K miles

The paint blows! And the leather is real crappy. My VW had great leather and paint... The G is a better looking car though!