rosewood trim not available on Sport? 18 inch rims not available on non-sport?
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On many luxury cars, it is real wood. (Although it is a thin veneer laminated onto the plastic trim.) But, with the smooth, glossy laquer finish on it, I think most people probably think it is plastic. From the pictures I've seen of the matte finish on the Infiniti rosewood trim, it is one of the most real looking wood trims I've seen in a car.
#17
Originally Posted by Mr_Ryte
The rosewood trim and Sport package combo may not be available now, but that may change in a year or two.
#18
Originally Posted by canuck
Maybe, but I doubt it. Sport packages are tyically associated with aluminum trim or CF, while luxury packages offer wood. I am a big fan of a nice wood grain interior and wish I could of gotten it on my G35 Sport, however I doubt you will see this change in the future.
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#19
Originally Posted by mikepro
On many luxury cars, it is real wood. (Although it is a thin veneer laminated onto the plastic trim.) But, with the smooth, glossy laquer finish on it, I think most people probably think it is plastic. From the pictures I've seen of the matte finish on the Infiniti rosewood trim, it is one of the most real looking wood trims I've seen in a car.
When you peel the plastic off (warped due to heat or sun), what you literally have left is something that looks like wood, but glued onto a cardboard backing, and flexible. The "wood" is about as thick as paper. I bet it's the same for all the cars--just think, would a craftsman be making these dash pieces in a workshop? Of course not! It has to be something thin enough to be trimmed by a machine. My guess is since there are no FTC laws regarding what constitutes genuine wood on a dash, perhaps a paper-thin veneer qualifies? That's my guess....just picture how laminate flooring compares to hardwood flooring, that's what I'm thinking, with the dash being the laminate...
#20
Well, I want the wood trim so I guess the sport is out. I really like the front bumper on the non-sport better too. So that's 2 points for the non-sport.
But I'll lose the paddle shifters that I wanted and the 18 inch tires I wanted if I get the non-sport.
The Lexus IS350 is out of the question (no back seat). The new BMW 3 series is out of the question (hate the Bangle'd body styling & the local dealer's service is so bad I would not consider one for that reason alone).
But I'll lose the paddle shifters that I wanted and the 18 inch tires I wanted if I get the non-sport.
The Lexus IS350 is out of the question (no back seat). The new BMW 3 series is out of the question (hate the Bangle'd body styling & the local dealer's service is so bad I would not consider one for that reason alone).
#22
Originally Posted by Railgunner
Well, I want the wood trim so I guess the sport is out. I really like the front bumper on the non-sport better too. So that's 2 points for the non-sport.
But I'll lose the paddle shifters that I wanted and the 18 inch tires I wanted if I get the non-sport.
The Lexus IS350 is out of the question (no back seat). The new BMW 3 series is out of the question (hate the Bangle'd body styling & the local dealer's service is so bad I would not consider one for that reason alone).
But I'll lose the paddle shifters that I wanted and the 18 inch tires I wanted if I get the non-sport.
The Lexus IS350 is out of the question (no back seat). The new BMW 3 series is out of the question (hate the Bangle'd body styling & the local dealer's service is so bad I would not consider one for that reason alone).
I was truly looking forward to having a G35 sedan with the regular bumper, sport seats with adjustable thigh bolsters and rosewood trim. If it's not available on the sedan then hopefully it will be on the coupe....
...we'll see.
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On a side note, maybe the sport seats(with the thigh bolster adjustment) will be available in a few on all other Infiniti models as well.
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#23
Looks like someone got wood trim on a sport
Note the paddle shifters...
Was this some kind of prototype or something?
http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread/181809
Was this some kind of prototype or something?
http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread/181809
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#25
Originally Posted by Railgunner
Note the paddle shifters...
Was this some kind of prototype or something?
http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread/181809
Was this some kind of prototype or something?
http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread/181809
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Last edited by Garnet Canuck; 09-10-2006 at 03:56 PM.
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Did I read correctly that someone said above that the sport wheels are not available on a base/journey? If so, then what is the purpose of the Performance Tire and Wheel Package? I was hoping I could get my Rosewood dash and sport wheels by getting a Journey with Rosewood and buying this wheel option.
#27
Originally Posted by SammyWah
Did I read correctly that someone said above that the sport wheels are not available on a base/journey? If so, then what is the purpose of the Performance Tire and Wheel Package? I was hoping I could get my Rosewood dash and sport wheels by getting a Journey with Rosewood and buying this wheel option.
Performance Tire and Wheel Package ( Availability ): G35 Journey
Wood Trim ( Availability ): G35 Journey, G35x AWD
#28
This lack of wood trim in the sport package is really bothering me. I wonder how much it would be to just buy the wood trim pieces and replace it on a sport package equipped G.
If it's too pricey, I hope someone comes out w/ carbon fiber overlays to go over that aluminum. IMO, Infiniti should have just stuck w/ the brushed aluminum which looks so much more classy than the faux washi-paper look aluminum which really seems more like that spray on texture you can buy in an aerosol can.
If it's too pricey, I hope someone comes out w/ carbon fiber overlays to go over that aluminum. IMO, Infiniti should have just stuck w/ the brushed aluminum which looks so much more classy than the faux washi-paper look aluminum which really seems more like that spray on texture you can buy in an aerosol can.
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