why g35?
Rollin On Dubz
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Honest break down....There is truth to what everyone is saying...
The G offers a lot of performance value, big v6, RWD.
At the same time it also offers a fresh look, beauty is subjective, but most would agree a beautiful car. It is Japanese so it will offer reliability, but still not a Lexus.
You will find some issues with the car like occasional rattles, the car is definitely not built with the same interior quality as other cars in it's class or close to; such as...BMW, Audi, Lexus, etc.... But it does deliver every time on the gas and the wheel. The G35 is the type of car that is reliable and sturdy engine wise, but the interior is something the competition does better on. But the interior is decent...instruments are decent, leather is decent, your still driving a luxury car with standard luxury amenities..blue tooth...power/heated/leather seats and other things of this nature.
The key point that makes this car the winner for all of the members here and myself is the fact that is offers a Beautiful looking car, lots of performance value, decent luxury amenities, and THE MOST important is the PRICE!!!
The key point is other cars in it's class cannot offer the same value. This car has the right amount of features to make it a true contender and a joy to drive...while still remaining the "Deal".
Another guy on this forum went from an Infiniti G35 to a Pontiac GTO. The GTO offers even more performance than the G with its EXTREMELY powerful v8. But at the same time lacks the same sexiness luxury and look that the G35 is. The extreme opposite is BMW for example...you'll pay more and recieve a slower car that might handle better and has better luxury components like it's better quality materials used...leather...sound deadening materials...instruments...steering wheel. etc...
But it handles and performs close to the BMW, and the value of the G35 outweighs the more money you spend on the BMW for it's superior build quality.
The G offers a lot of performance value, big v6, RWD.
At the same time it also offers a fresh look, beauty is subjective, but most would agree a beautiful car. It is Japanese so it will offer reliability, but still not a Lexus.
You will find some issues with the car like occasional rattles, the car is definitely not built with the same interior quality as other cars in it's class or close to; such as...BMW, Audi, Lexus, etc.... But it does deliver every time on the gas and the wheel. The G35 is the type of car that is reliable and sturdy engine wise, but the interior is something the competition does better on. But the interior is decent...instruments are decent, leather is decent, your still driving a luxury car with standard luxury amenities..blue tooth...power/heated/leather seats and other things of this nature.
The key point that makes this car the winner for all of the members here and myself is the fact that is offers a Beautiful looking car, lots of performance value, decent luxury amenities, and THE MOST important is the PRICE!!!
The key point is other cars in it's class cannot offer the same value. This car has the right amount of features to make it a true contender and a joy to drive...while still remaining the "Deal".
Another guy on this forum went from an Infiniti G35 to a Pontiac GTO. The GTO offers even more performance than the G with its EXTREMELY powerful v8. But at the same time lacks the same sexiness luxury and look that the G35 is. The extreme opposite is BMW for example...you'll pay more and recieve a slower car that might handle better and has better luxury components like it's better quality materials used...leather...sound deadening materials...instruments...steering wheel. etc...
But it handles and performs close to the BMW, and the value of the G35 outweighs the more money you spend on the BMW for it's superior build quality.
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Originally Posted by duhprez
The G35 (in my case, it's the coupe) was one of those cars that as soon as I saw it, I knew it was what I wanted. It's hard to beat the value of what the car offers. Going for a test drive was a mere after-thought as I was already sold even before I got in the driver's seat.
After owning the G35 for two and a half years now, I still feel as good driving it now as I did the first day I got in the driver's seat.
But then that's just my impression and maybe also alot of the owners here feel the same.
After owning the G35 for two and a half years now, I still feel as good driving it now as I did the first day I got in the driver's seat.
But then that's just my impression and maybe also alot of the owners here feel the same.
BTW, I did my research for over 8 months, just thought I put that in.
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Originally Posted by MikeyMike
You will find some issues with the car like occasional rattles, the car is definitely not built with the same interior quality as other cars in it's class or close to; such as...BMW, Audi, Lexus, etc.... But it does deliver every time on the gas and the wheel. The G35 is the type of car that is reliable and sturdy engine wise, but the interior is something the competition does better on. But the interior is decent...instruments are decent, leather is decent, your still driving a luxury car with standard luxury amenities..blue tooth...power/heated/leather seats and other things of this nature.
The key point that makes this car the winner for all of the members here and myself is the fact that is offers a Beautiful looking car, lots of performance value, decent luxury amenities, and THE MOST important is the PRICE!!!
The key point is other cars in it's class cannot offer the same value. This car has the right amount of features to make it a true contender and a joy to drive...while still remaining the "Deal".
Another guy on this forum went from an Infiniti G35 to a Pontiac GTO. The GTO offers even more performance than the G with its EXTREMELY powerful v8. But at the same time lacks the same sexiness luxury and look that the G35 is. The extreme opposite is BMW for example...you'll pay more and recieve a slower car that might handle better and has better luxury components like it's better quality materials used...leather...sound deadening materials...instruments...steering wheel. etc...
But it handles and performs close to the BMW, and the value of the G35 outweighs the more money you spend on the BMW for it's superior build quality.
The key point that makes this car the winner for all of the members here and myself is the fact that is offers a Beautiful looking car, lots of performance value, decent luxury amenities, and THE MOST important is the PRICE!!!
The key point is other cars in it's class cannot offer the same value. This car has the right amount of features to make it a true contender and a joy to drive...while still remaining the "Deal".
Another guy on this forum went from an Infiniti G35 to a Pontiac GTO. The GTO offers even more performance than the G with its EXTREMELY powerful v8. But at the same time lacks the same sexiness luxury and look that the G35 is. The extreme opposite is BMW for example...you'll pay more and recieve a slower car that might handle better and has better luxury components like it's better quality materials used...leather...sound deadening materials...instruments...steering wheel. etc...
But it handles and performs close to the BMW, and the value of the G35 outweighs the more money you spend on the BMW for it's superior build quality.
The downside of the G35 is the build quality which is surprisingly mediocre for Infiniti. There's no question that Lexus has surpassed Infiniti in that department. Also, the performance is very mediocre. With 300 HP you would think the G35 would be around a half second faster in the 0-60 and 1/4. I know that there are some who go with FI systems to improve performance, but the extra $10K+ for these systems puts the G in the C6 and M3 price range.
I think the G35 is a fine choice for those who want an inexpensive commuter, but for those who have the money, BMW is a much better choice: not the 330 but the M3. About the only thing I don't like about the M3 is that dam shark fin on the roof.
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Originally Posted by FAST1
I think you said it all concisely. The transition from G35 to GTO surprised me since I expect most G35 drivers to move up to M3s.
The downside of the G35 is the build quality which is surprisingly mediocre for Infiniti. There's no question that Lexus has surpassed Infiniti in that department. Also, the performance is very mediocre. With 300 HP you would think the G35 would be around a half second faster in the 0-60 and 1/4. I know that there are some who go with FI systems to improve performance, but the extra $10K+ for these systems puts the G in the C6 and M3 price range.
I think the G35 is a fine choice for those who want an inexpensive commuter, but for those who have the money, BMW is a much better choice: not the 330 but the M3. About the only thing I don't like about the M3 is that dam shark fin on the roof.
The downside of the G35 is the build quality which is surprisingly mediocre for Infiniti. There's no question that Lexus has surpassed Infiniti in that department. Also, the performance is very mediocre. With 300 HP you would think the G35 would be around a half second faster in the 0-60 and 1/4. I know that there are some who go with FI systems to improve performance, but the extra $10K+ for these systems puts the G in the C6 and M3 price range.
I think the G35 is a fine choice for those who want an inexpensive commuter, but for those who have the money, BMW is a much better choice: not the 330 but the M3. About the only thing I don't like about the M3 is that dam shark fin on the roof.
PS Who needs BMW assist?
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Originally Posted by FAST1
I think you said it all concisely. The transition from G35 to GTO surprised me since I expect most G35 drivers to move up to M3s.
The downside of the G35 is the build quality which is surprisingly mediocre for Infiniti. There's no question that Lexus has surpassed Infiniti in that department. Also, the performance is very mediocre. With 300 HP you would think the G35 would be around a half second faster in the 0-60 and 1/4. I know that there are some who go with FI systems to improve performance, but the extra $10K+ for these systems puts the G in the C6 and M3 price range.
I think the G35 is a fine choice for those who want an inexpensive commuter, but for those who have the money, BMW is a much better choice: not the 330 but the M3. About the only thing I don't like about the M3 is that dam shark fin on the roof.
The downside of the G35 is the build quality which is surprisingly mediocre for Infiniti. There's no question that Lexus has surpassed Infiniti in that department. Also, the performance is very mediocre. With 300 HP you would think the G35 would be around a half second faster in the 0-60 and 1/4. I know that there are some who go with FI systems to improve performance, but the extra $10K+ for these systems puts the G in the C6 and M3 price range.
I think the G35 is a fine choice for those who want an inexpensive commuter, but for those who have the money, BMW is a much better choice: not the 330 but the M3. About the only thing I don't like about the M3 is that dam shark fin on the roof.
As far for performance goes? the new IS 350 is pretty close to the G35, but how about the IS300? S4 with it 340Hp are just bearly half sec. faster than G35, how about BMW 330? which they are 5K~ish more than G35.
Of course I and most of ppl will perferr M3 over G35 but for 20K more? It might be better, but they are not excatly trouble free either, far from it
Last edited by limeg35; Sep 21, 2005 at 07:07 PM.
Originally Posted by limeg35
Of course I and most of ppl will perferr M3 over G35 but for 20K more? It might be better, but they are not excatly trouble free either, far from it
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I don't know what people are talking about when they say the build quality sucks. I've got an '05 and I've got no complaints. Maybe it's just too new? For the money you're not going to beat it. I could have bought a Mitsu Evo which has more power and all wheel drive, but I can't see myself driving a prop from 2 Fast 2 Furious. WRX is also fast, but it just doesn't look good. BMW is overpriced and my friends with bimmers always complain about taking it to the shop all of the time. Honda S2000 is the only other car I'd consider in this price range.
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Originally Posted by Gee Im Fast
Preach on brotha
As far as quality goes, I'm not sure I believe the statement "The downside of the G35 is the build quality which is surprisingly mediocre for Infiniti.". So far, it's been fine for me, after 3000 miles. So, to sum it up (again), get what you can afford.
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The m3 is truly a flawless car...the only thing that kills it is the PRICE TAG.
The interior on the g35 between 03-04 verse 05 are worlds apart. But you still got to admit the German cars just have better quality materials. Better paint on the outside...better quality leather...those BMW sports seats with the thigh rest that pop out are HARD....better cluster and instruments. I hate how the G is yellow/orange with cheap plastic gauges...while Audi and BMW have red inside and nice steel instrumentations.
The interior on the g35 between 03-04 verse 05 are worlds apart. But you still got to admit the German cars just have better quality materials. Better paint on the outside...better quality leather...those BMW sports seats with the thigh rest that pop out are HARD....better cluster and instruments. I hate how the G is yellow/orange with cheap plastic gauges...while Audi and BMW have red inside and nice steel instrumentations.
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Originally Posted by GrkG35Man
thought about buying a g35!!! what are some good postive reasons buying a g35 and what are some negative reasons.
Get one, in whatever iteration you like. You'll be glad you did.
.......and welcome to G35driver.com. It sounds like you'll be back.
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Originally Posted by MikeyMike
The m3 is truly a flawless car...the only thing that kills it is the PRICE TAG.
The interior on the g35 between 03-04 verse 05 are worlds apart. But you still got to admit the German cars just have better quality materials. Better paint on the outside...better quality leather...those BMW sports seats with the thigh rest that pop out are HARD....better cluster and instruments. I hate how the G is yellow/orange with cheap plastic gauges...while Audi and BMW have red inside and nice steel instrumentations.
The interior on the g35 between 03-04 verse 05 are worlds apart. But you still got to admit the German cars just have better quality materials. Better paint on the outside...better quality leather...those BMW sports seats with the thigh rest that pop out are HARD....better cluster and instruments. I hate how the G is yellow/orange with cheap plastic gauges...while Audi and BMW have red inside and nice steel instrumentations.
Car that don't start, weird random stalling, over-rev'd engines, broken manual gear boxes, weak clutches, and don't even get me started on the SMG... Class-action law suits, chronically weak rear sub-frame assemblies that rip the trunk out in under 50K miles, less than 10K miles per set of tires, alignments that won't stay aligned. Alarms that won't disengage, alarms that fail to engage, coil failures, fuel pump relay failures, sending unit failures, beta software in a six year old platform, mysterious electronic problems that make Lucas Electronics look reliable. Some of you guys get Christmas cards from your tow-truck drivers . Horrendous service, arrogant & ignorant SA's that return your car is worse condition, inept technicians that leave sway-bars disconnected, oil caps off and lug-nuts loose. And you get to pay a premium for the privilege. BMW NA is indifferent. All this fun for the low, low price of $60K?!
. Horrendous service, arrogant & ignorant SA's that return your car is worse condition, inept technicians that leave sway-bars disconnected, oil caps off and lug-nuts loose. And you get to pay a premium for the privilege. BMW NA is indifferent. All this fun for the low, low price of $60K?!
Last edited by limeg35; Sep 21, 2005 at 11:41 PM.
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Originally Posted by MikeyMike
The m3 is truly a flawless car...the only thing that kills it is the PRICE TAG.
The interior on the g35 between 03-04 verse 05 are worlds apart. But you still got to admit the German cars just have better quality materials. Better paint on the outside...better quality leather...those BMW sports seats with the thigh rest that pop out are HARD....better cluster and instruments. I hate how the G is yellow/orange with cheap plastic gauges...while Audi and BMW have red inside and nice steel instrumentations.
The interior on the g35 between 03-04 verse 05 are worlds apart. But you still got to admit the German cars just have better quality materials. Better paint on the outside...better quality leather...those BMW sports seats with the thigh rest that pop out are HARD....better cluster and instruments. I hate how the G is yellow/orange with cheap plastic gauges...while Audi and BMW have red inside and nice steel instrumentations.