I was looking up prices on used coupes, and the prices I saw were all over the board. So, from you guys with experience, what is the cheapest you think I could locate a used coupe for these days? With say, less than 35k miles?

Are the ATs cheaper than MT? Any info is appreciated

 

You can get a bangin deal on an AT than you can with MT, especially used. I'd go with a private seller since a dealer will molest you dearly. Now why are the prices so high for a used car you ask? Well the G35 is in 3rd place for car that holds its value (i.e. high resale value). I think Acura TL holds first place according to a study (look on MSN.com).

 

I spent a few months looking for a used coupe also - and the automatic is usually cheaper than manual. The prices will fall around $32k - $35k usually....I was lucky and found someone selling it for $30k. Depending on the options you want, it may be hard to find one with exactly the right color and options...

 

I found my 03 for $36k Canadian Funds = $30k US Funds

 

Actually, the list was in alphabetical order therefore the TL was first (Acura TL) The G35 coupe holds the best resale value of any car under $45k. It depends on what region you live in...I bet warmer states have higher resale value. Becareful on buying used sports cars...they tend to be a bit abused

 

I know you can get a used 2004 6mt with sport/aero/nav packages with 11000 miles for around $31-32K from private sellers. Wholesale is around $30K.

 

Here in the midwest, finding a used 6mt like I wanted it did take me a few months. Eventually though, I found it. It's an 03 with every option except Navi. It had about 29,000 miles and got it for under just $26k.

Best thing is, the full factory warranty and all the "perks" that come with it (like loaners & road side assistance) come over with the vehicle at no cost to you.

 

oh & I forgot to mention I did get it from a private seller.

 

My coupe is for sale hit me up for more details if you're interested. It will come with all the mods plus all the original parts just incase you want to put it back to stock.

 

Can you post pics....I've never seen a modded CB.

 

Yea, they are holding their value very well over here. That's due to the fact that there are only 2 Infiniti dealership here and they have the monopoly. The problem is that the used one don't sell anyways as people prefer to get brand new one since price wise they are so close.

 

I'm planning on purchasing a used G finances and depreciation willing. I think used G's are over priced at the moment. The 2005s hitting the market in December helped, but owners are still asking too much most of the time.

This is a common problem not limited to the G, but it seem particularly bad with them. Just look at eBay. My informal monitoring shows 1 in 50 G35 listings sell. BMW, Acura, etc average more like 1 in 3. I know eBay is a horrible to draw statistics from, but I can't think of a better resource.

Cars typically loose 60% of their value in 3-4 years. That should put a 2003 G Sedan even with good resale at ~$16K (28K - 40%). In reality, its hard to find a 2003 with normal miles for less than 23K. Basically the used G market is very constrained and people are buying new instead because the gap isn't large enough.

 

Which means prices should start dropping.

 

Hopefully they'll drop in the next 5-6 months

 

Lets not hope they drop in 5-6 months I want my G to keep it's value. And I'm sure you would want the same when you have the car also.