Sold My 04 Coupe After 2mos. Was Not Impressed!
i have to agree with you on the interior. that's why I didn't have a problem taking it apart because it was cheap looking anyways. haha
also the buttons on the center console are pretty cheapy compared to the lexus. when you press the buttons it clicks pretty loud .. When you press the buttons on the 05 g35 and the lexus it's very soft and smooth. No loud clicking noise. a very luxury feel...
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also the buttons on the center console are pretty cheapy compared to the lexus. when you press the buttons it clicks pretty loud .. When you press the buttons on the 05 g35 and the lexus it's very soft and smooth. No loud clicking noise. a very luxury feel...
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Originally Posted by KAZAM
Before I begin, by no means am I bashing the G35 Coupe. This is just my opinion! Now, back when I was researching the coupe, I originally thought the coupe was one of the best looking cars on the road. This was until I purchased my coupe in Dec. My original intentions were to sell my Lexus GS400. Well that didn't happen. I have compiled a short list of adverse remarks with regards to the coupe.
1. Seating position.
a. It felt like my back was laying against wood. Very uncomfortable.
b. Very narrow shoulder and hip room. (maybe because I'm 6' 3"?).
2. Cheap interior feel.
a. I couldn't stand looking at the interior in the daylight. Strangely enough, I was much relieved with the night time look(instrument panel, navigation, etc..). This kept me from looking at the cheap/fake and easily scratchable aluminum panels.
3. Odd body look from different angles.
a. Hard to explain, but whenever I would see a G on the road, I would say to myself thats what I'm driving? The coupe just seemed a little weird from different angles.
And lastly, even though I'm only 26yrs old, I felt like the coupe is more suited for a someone a little younger(IMO). This is maybe because of the cheap interior feel(which has a big impression). Anyway, I think the culprit was the fast transition from the Lexus GS400 to the coupe. And yes, I do understand the coupe and the GS are in different classes. I just set my expectations way to high(smoothness, ride, overall integrity). Oh and by the way, my coupe was loaded.(6K,navi,18" rims, etc..)
To sum it all up, I recently sold my coupe at a heavy loss and kept my Lexus.
Thanks all, I had a great time on the board.
1. Seating position.
a. It felt like my back was laying against wood. Very uncomfortable.
b. Very narrow shoulder and hip room. (maybe because I'm 6' 3"?).
2. Cheap interior feel.
a. I couldn't stand looking at the interior in the daylight. Strangely enough, I was much relieved with the night time look(instrument panel, navigation, etc..). This kept me from looking at the cheap/fake and easily scratchable aluminum panels.
3. Odd body look from different angles.
a. Hard to explain, but whenever I would see a G on the road, I would say to myself thats what I'm driving? The coupe just seemed a little weird from different angles.
And lastly, even though I'm only 26yrs old, I felt like the coupe is more suited for a someone a little younger(IMO). This is maybe because of the cheap interior feel(which has a big impression). Anyway, I think the culprit was the fast transition from the Lexus GS400 to the coupe. And yes, I do understand the coupe and the GS are in different classes. I just set my expectations way to high(smoothness, ride, overall integrity). Oh and by the way, my coupe was loaded.(6K,navi,18" rims, etc..)
To sum it all up, I recently sold my coupe at a heavy loss and kept my Lexus.
Thanks all, I had a great time on the board.
perhaps a TEST DRIVE would have saved you a lot of time & money.
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Originally Posted by fastedy1
perhaps a TEST DRIVE would have saved you a lot of time & money.
what factors in the first place made you chose this car?
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BASE ACURA TLX NOW WANT A G35 AGAIN THOUGH
Actually thought about selling my 2004 6mt...but I know I'll lose money...only had it for a year and it's very costly with our high gas prices of $2.35-$2.75 in SF.
New rear tires at 19K $550.00, Registration = $289.00 Insurance $781.00 one year, 15K service and new front brakes was another $500.00+...GEEESH and oh yah payment $616.00 all in the month of March...!
Would you get rid of your G to get yourself a new home? I'm going to be 32 this year and it's time I seriously look into that...That amount of money I spend on my G each month would be 1/2 mortage...!
Who would sell their ride for a house? I know of one person who has so far...!
New rear tires at 19K $550.00, Registration = $289.00 Insurance $781.00 one year, 15K service and new front brakes was another $500.00+...GEEESH and oh yah payment $616.00 all in the month of March...!
Would you get rid of your G to get yourself a new home? I'm going to be 32 this year and it's time I seriously look into that...That amount of money I spend on my G each month would be 1/2 mortage...!
Who would sell their ride for a house? I know of one person who has so far...!
Originally Posted by fastedy1
perhaps a TEST DRIVE would have saved you a lot of time & money.
Agreed. One test drive, hell just even sitting in the car, and he would have made up his mind regarding the cheap feeling interior in his opinion. Are people that apathetic nowadays where they won't even test drive a car before buying it?
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Originally Posted by j12baller
lol. again.
my parents have a 745 li. (can drive it any time)
i'd take the g any day.
my parents have a 745 li. (can drive it any time)
i'd take the g any day.
My old man just bought himself a "used" 745 and I've only driven it once...Just doesn't do anything for me...However, I can see where your coming from...My family has a 99 GS300 and the interior and ride comfort is top notch...And thats a 225hp motor, I can def understand your not appreciating the 280hp VQ when you have the 300hp V-8 in the GS...G'luck with your ride, by the way what type of resale did you get on your G?
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Originally Posted by dklau33
Agreed. One test drive, hell just even sitting in the car, and he would have made up his mind regarding the cheap feeling interior in his opinion. Are people that apathetic nowadays where they won't even test drive a car before buying it?
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Refer to Prolix comments. That is exactly right. Also, while I was purchasing the G, my GS was in the body shop for quite some time and I relied mostly on beautiful pics of the G coupe via the internet. Anyway, I did test drive the G, and considering I'm the most impatient person I know, I felt like needed to buy it right then. Also, the black on black looked beautiful in the showroom! Oddly enough, most of my negative thoughts were realized after a 200 mile trip.
I recently was in a 05 coupe, and the interior was GREATLY improved(especially the speedometer cluster). the 03-04 speedometer cluster had a similar look to the mid to late 80's Toyota Celica. No? Check it out, if you can find one on the street.
I recently was in a 05 coupe, and the interior was GREATLY improved(especially the speedometer cluster). the 03-04 speedometer cluster had a similar look to the mid to late 80's Toyota Celica. No? Check it out, if you can find one on the street.
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Originally Posted by RaySur350GT
I totally agree with you about the interior. It's really bad compared to an Audi and BMW. I'm really thinking about selling my G in the next couple months and getting an M3.
as far as exterior, i think the coupe's lines are some of the most elegant/sporty out there; and i get daily unsolicited feedback to suggest the same...
guess it's a good thing i bought one
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Well Kazam I guess you have not been in the '05 coupe lately. Its like night and day compared to the '04s interior. They totally changed all the materials in the '05 to real alluminum and no fake looking plastic. You should have waited to buy the '05 I think your opinions would have been drastically different then. The leather seats are of higher quality and did I mention the new ***** and not the loud buttons. Plus the nav is now 7 inches which automatically pops up when you turn the ignition on, that is "Tight to Death". 
Only problem is reaching for that damn seat belt.
Only problem is reaching for that damn seat belt.
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Oh forgot to mention about the exterior, are you freakin' kidding me. Take a look at your Lexus and see all the odd angles it has. The G35 coupe in my opinion has the best lines of any vehicle on the road except when you get to exotics but thats another story. Im sorry but there is no lexus that can compete with the looks of the coupe my friend. "Holla Back" 
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Benbo5, refer to my recent reply with regards to the 05 interior. I actually love it! Anyway, everything is said and done. My G is gone.
About my Lexus. Yes you are right to a point. But, If you don't have all the right options on the GS(stock spoiler, 17" stock chrome rims, etc...) then the car does look plain and sorta odd from different angles. If I didn't have these options, I would not have given the GS a 2nd look.
Another thing Benbo5, keep in mind, there is no G coupe VS GS400. 2 totally different classes! I just sold the car for the following reasons I originally stated. Please everybody, no comparison!!
Thank you!!
About my Lexus. Yes you are right to a point. But, If you don't have all the right options on the GS(stock spoiler, 17" stock chrome rims, etc...) then the car does look plain and sorta odd from different angles. If I didn't have these options, I would not have given the GS a 2nd look.
Another thing Benbo5, keep in mind, there is no G coupe VS GS400. 2 totally different classes! I just sold the car for the following reasons I originally stated. Please everybody, no comparison!!
Thank you!!
Last edited by KAZAM; Mar 12, 2005 at 11:45 AM.
Originally Posted by KAZAM
Before I begin, by no means am I bashing the G35 Coupe. This is just my opinion! Now, back when I was researching the coupe, I originally thought the coupe was one of the best looking cars on the road. This was until I purchased my coupe in Dec. My original intentions were to sell my Lexus GS400. Well that didn't happen. I have compiled a short list of adverse remarks with regards to the coupe.
1. Seating position.
a. It felt like my back was laying against wood. Very uncomfortable.
b. Very narrow shoulder and hip room. (maybe because I'm 6' 3"?).
2. Cheap interior feel.
a. I couldn't stand looking at the interior in the daylight. Strangely enough, I was much relieved with the night time look(instrument panel, navigation, etc..). This kept me from looking at the cheap/fake and easily scratchable aluminum panels. Oh yea, I could've sworn each day I would find a new scratch/scuff mark inside the interior(especially inside of the door by the speaker).
3. Odd body look from different angles.
a. Hard to explain, but whenever I would see a G on the road, I would say to myself thats what I'm driving? The coupe just seemed a little weird from different angles.
And lastly, even though I'm only 26yrs old, I felt like the coupe is more suited for a someone a little younger(IMO). This is maybe because of the cheap interior feel(which has a big impression). Anyway, I think the culprit was the fast transition from the Lexus GS400 to the coupe. And yes, I do understand the coupe and the GS are in different classes. I just set my expectations way to high(smoothness, ride, overall integrity). Oh and by the way, my coupe was loaded.(6K,navi,18" rims, etc..)
To sum it all up, I recently sold my coupe at a heavy loss and kept my Lexus, which is more of a everyday type of car.
Thanks all, I had a great time on the board.
1. Seating position.
a. It felt like my back was laying against wood. Very uncomfortable.
b. Very narrow shoulder and hip room. (maybe because I'm 6' 3"?).
2. Cheap interior feel.
a. I couldn't stand looking at the interior in the daylight. Strangely enough, I was much relieved with the night time look(instrument panel, navigation, etc..). This kept me from looking at the cheap/fake and easily scratchable aluminum panels. Oh yea, I could've sworn each day I would find a new scratch/scuff mark inside the interior(especially inside of the door by the speaker).
3. Odd body look from different angles.
a. Hard to explain, but whenever I would see a G on the road, I would say to myself thats what I'm driving? The coupe just seemed a little weird from different angles.
And lastly, even though I'm only 26yrs old, I felt like the coupe is more suited for a someone a little younger(IMO). This is maybe because of the cheap interior feel(which has a big impression). Anyway, I think the culprit was the fast transition from the Lexus GS400 to the coupe. And yes, I do understand the coupe and the GS are in different classes. I just set my expectations way to high(smoothness, ride, overall integrity). Oh and by the way, my coupe was loaded.(6K,navi,18" rims, etc..)
To sum it all up, I recently sold my coupe at a heavy loss and kept my Lexus, which is more of a everyday type of car.
Thanks all, I had a great time on the board.
1. Lose weight if your fat and cant sit comforbable in sport seats.
2. no comment, becuase I can't see how an interior can change given the point of day you drive it.
3.Every car looks off from certain angles, I cant think of one car that looks perfect every way you look at it.
One thing I do agree with you on, is the G really suits a younger person, I'm lovin mine every damn day!!