G35 Sedan V35 2003-06 Discussion about the 1st Generation V35 G35 Sedan

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Old 08-07-2005, 01:33 AM
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The dealer is replacing the tranny in the coupe. So I got a loaner 04 G35 sedan. I've never driven a G sedan so I didn't know what to expect. But boy, this thing feels more nimble and easier to toss around than the coupe. The funny thing is it feels a lot lighter too And I think the auto trans is great on this car. I might gotten an auto if I test drove one before puchasing the 6mt . I just wanna let you sedan owners know I got new found respect for the sedan
 
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Old 08-07-2005, 03:24 AM
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A lot of the coupe guys like to bag on the sedan, but the truth is most of them probably haven't even driven one. I'm glad you were pleasantly surprised.

PS - The sedan is lighter than the coupe. I don't know the exact numbers, but the coupe is a bit heavier.
 
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the sedan weighs the same as the coupe. next time you pull up to a traffic light next to a sedan, you may have your a$$ handed to you. RESPECT!
 
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'04 sedan = 3,369 lbs
'03 coupe = 3,435 lbs
 
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Old 08-07-2005, 09:54 AM
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Umm..less than 100 lbs, the sedan felt noticebly lighter than that.
 
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Old 08-07-2005, 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by SinG35c
The dealer is replacing the tranny in the coupe. So I got a loaner 04 G35 sedan. I've never driven a G sedan so I didn't know what to expect. But boy, this thing feels more nimble and easier to toss around than the coupe. The funny thing is it feels a lot lighter too And I think the auto trans is great on this car. I might gotten an auto if I test drove one before puchasing the 6mt . I just wanna let you sedan owners know I got new found respect for the sedan
Yes the sedan is a performer too. It feels lighter because it's 200 lbs lighter which has a big effect on the steering along with slightly smaller tires.
There's many a happy sedan owner out there, even with the A/T - I liked mine.
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Old 08-07-2005, 10:27 AM
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my cousin recently traded in her 04 6mt coupe due to back probs and picked up an 05 AT sedan. i drove it on the highway a few times and let me say the car has potiential.
 
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Old 08-07-2005, 11:59 AM
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The sedan also has a better drag coefficient than the coupe. I've owned both now and I actually like driving the sedan better. Don't get me wrong, I love the coupe too - and you can't beat it's exterior styling, but in terms of drivability I just enjoy the sedan's handling better.
 
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Old 08-07-2005, 12:19 PM
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The G sedan is a great ride. My brother's '04 6MT sedan is one of the main reasons, which lead me to look into the Infiniti cars. My current needs were just a bit different at that time, so I went with the coupe.

The ride is much more comfortable and affords an excellent experience on road trips.
 
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Old 08-07-2005, 02:13 PM
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Nice to see coupe owner(s) appreciate the potential of sedans... It definitely surprises many that aren’t aware of what they can do.
 
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Old 08-07-2005, 11:22 PM
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Hell, if my coupe keep on giving me problems I will trade it in for the sedan. It's my 3rd day with the loaner now. And I'm liking more and more. It just seems more of a practical every day car. Are they giving great deals on sedans?
 
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I like this thread !!
 
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Old 08-08-2005, 08:35 AM
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It just seems more of a practical every day car. Are they giving great deals on sedans?
Exactly why the guys over here bought one!

I had paperwork for a 2003 coupe on the table ready to go - walked away because I couldn't convince myself I'd be able to live with the car. Wasn't crazy about the sedan back then.

When the 05 refresh hit I was sunk. It's a really nice car.

Now don't tell anyone or all the coupe guys will end up over here.. LOL.

 
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Old 08-08-2005, 08:42 AM
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Me too

I just traded my 04 6mt Coupe for an 05 SedanX. It was had to make the decision to leave the manual and the great looks of the coupe but after 2 weeks with sedan I'm very happy. The sedan is more comfortable, more useable space, performs great (I really like the auto) and I'm actually looking forward to getting snow (almost).
 


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