Aloha!

I am a long time reader first time poster. Just got my 05 graphite/graphite 6spd coupe last week. Wanted to say hi and also thanks to the forum for all the information that helped me in the decision and purchase. I went to RC at Infin of Honolulu and got a great price and incredible service. He is also probably one of the nicest guys I've ever met. I would recommend him to anyone interested in an Infiniti.

It's been almost a week, and I am really enjoying the car. So far only 2 minor things are bothering me. Gonna get em checked at 1st oil change.

I have an annoying dash rattle/buzz that seems to be coming from the far left rotating a/C vent. Only seems to occur when I drive on really rough roads which is way too often in town.

And my clutch makes this weird high pitched humming occasionally. I can't describe it too well, except that it makes the sound sometimes when engaging the clutch. There's no gear grindage or clunking though so I hope it goes away after the car loosens up.

Other than these 2 things, the car is great. Some things I really love:

Stock stereo sounds great and plays MP3's.

Exhaust note is intoxicating.

Handles like its on rails. Lots of grip and very little roll.

The driver seat is very comfortable. I read somewhere that it's not comfortable for taller drivers. I'm 6'2" and it's very comfortable for me.

The interior has a lot of storage pockets and nooks. I have way too much crap in my car already.

I haven't gone past 4k rpms yet, but the power seems to be abundant. After break-in I'll have to compare against my other car-05 TL.

Well, that's it for now. See ya guys/gals on the road. All this talk about my car makes me want to go drive. Aloha!

Paul C.

^ congrats man. welcome aboard. the G will KILL your '05 TL hands down. where are you from?

good to meet you...and congratulations. hope you can make it to the cruises.

Welcome to the Familia!!

Thanks for the welcome. I'm in Nuuanu. My TL is auto. It is a nice car for my dad though.

Welcome aboard...

Yeah I noticed the humm/whine too... It's usually around 2-4k when your off throttle...

They said to wait till break in to see if it goes away, i'm 300 miles from breakin heh...

My gf wants a TL or MDX. Told her to get another job if she wants live with such luxuries. I was leaning more towards a Chevy SUV for her. TL's are nice tho, but I think the new M's are bad ****!!

Yeah those new M's are incredible. If I had known about them, I might have waited on the TL, but I think price is gonna be high than the TL.

If you change your mind and decide on a Acura, I have a friend there that can get you a good price without hassles. If you need the info, let me know.

Thanks for the info Frostya. I was somewhat worried that it was just mines. Unfortunately I am 1000 miles til break in is done. I can't wait. I better go drive right now. Laters.

Paul C.

Hello from another new G'er!

I used to have a (heavily) modified 30ZX twin turbo. My G is not as fast as it (though close), but handles quite a bit better than my Z ever did. I love the complete lack of body roll around the corners!

I too am happily suprised with the Bose system. I thought it would be poor, but it is much better than I was expecting. I still plan on eventually upgrading it, but I might come up with a solution that involves leaving the head unit stock.

About the only complaint is the seat. Being tall is not a problem, but I am of a 'stocky' build (too much gym time) (also, too many plate lunches) and the seat is just slightly too narrow for me. Other than that, I love the car.

Dave

LOL!! Too much gym time but too many plate lunches...Youre going to the gym for nothing bro. I know how it is to resist the temptation of those plate lunches....discipline!!

NP... Hopefully they'll have a TSB for the whine... Or maybe they'll just give me some cheese for my whine and boot me out the door. =P

LOL, plate lunches!!! all you Pearl Harbor employees knows that plate lunches takes a toll on you!!

Hey, I use plate lunches as part of my bulking stage. The only problem is I never got off this stage.
My theory: The more you eat the stronger you get......