MotorTrend G35S long term update - Page 2 - G35Driver - Infiniti G35 & G37 Forum Discussion

Sep 12, 2007 | 10:13 AM

#16

mbonus

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Originally Posted by bruddahmanmatt

I'm sure it has something to do with the way those morons over at M/T drive. Otherwise they would have learned that it's most likely their fat feet that's responsible for a "jumpy and jerky car off the line." 18 mpg is an indication of this. Either that or the car never leaves the city. Yes the throttle tip in is aggressive but FFS, adapt your driving style to the car or go home.

I guess I a super duper moron then, because my life of vehicle gas mileage is 17.11. Granted, I drive with a huge smile on my face, so I probably am a moron.

Sep 12, 2007 | 10:51 PM

#17

G35Now!

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Originally Posted by KJC5050

Uh... my post was an attempt at humor, apparently unsuccessful.

Fair enough - considering that some people get REALLY wound up about that, didn't see it.

Oh, and mbonus, my avg. mileage is around 15 - no hwy miles, and a HUGE smile on my face

Sep 13, 2007 | 12:03 AM

#18

RCK

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I agree with Sound Man. Foot at the top of the accelerator pedal reduces lurching. As I've posted here and elsewhere, the pedal is hinged at the top, not the bottom as are most pedals. Hence the need to push toward the top of the pedal.

Sep 14, 2007 | 11:59 PM

#19

silverG2007

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Originally Posted by st1sj

for the sensitive throttle, try driving without shoes. you'll have more feel in your toes to control the throttle.

I can see it now.......

Getting into the car, your friend asks why you're taking your shoes off..... "to drive the car properly.... duh"

Sep 15, 2007 | 10:15 AM

#20

SPEEED

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And they call themselves professional car reviewers?

The car has a drive-by-wire system, which suppose to interpret deeper depresses as a request for quicker take offs. What good is a car with 306hp if you can't launch it properly? I've never had a single issue with any jerks or anything of that sort. But then again, I never tried to put mascara on while launching the car...