Don't sit in the G35 coupe...
11-27-2002, 12:16 PM
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Don't sit in the G35 coupe...
Went to the SF Auto Show this past weekend and had the opportunity to sit in a silver G35 coupe. I wanted to trade in my '02 SE right then and there. Damn you Infiniti! If I would have just waited a year to buy a new car
11-27-2002, 12:20 PM
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Re: Don't sit in the G35 coupe...
Originally posted by MaximaDisciple
Went to the SF Auto Show this past weekend and had the opportunity to sit in a silver G35 coupe. I wanted to trade in my '02 SE right then and there. Damn you Infiniti! If I would have just waited a year to buy a new car
Went to the SF Auto Show this past weekend and had the opportunity to sit in a silver G35 coupe. I wanted to trade in my '02 SE right then and there. Damn you Infiniti! If I would have just waited a year to buy a new car
11-27-2002, 12:32 PM
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Re: Re: Don't sit in the G35 coupe...
Originally posted by vito1281
Well, isn't the G35 coupe significantly more expensive? Considering it's a new intro and there's high demand, they will be selling those for over MSRP, which will make the Maxima about $7000 cheaper (at least) than the G35 coupe (that diff. is the ACTUAL amount you can save, not based off sticker). $7000 is a lot of money in my opinion.
Well, isn't the G35 coupe significantly more expensive? Considering it's a new intro and there's high demand, they will be selling those for over MSRP, which will make the Maxima about $7000 cheaper (at least) than the G35 coupe (that diff. is the ACTUAL amount you can save, not based off sticker). $7000 is a lot of money in my opinion.
11-27-2002, 12:36 PM
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g35 coupe vs. Z
the big issue w/ G35 coupe vs the 350Z. nissan is really slicing the market VERY tight here. the g35 is a legit competitor to the max + altima (even price is close to loaded max) and the g35 coupe looks, smells, and drives the same as the Z. interesting article in car-n-driver on how nissan is really taking a gamble since the g35 coupe will be selling just 2-3K more than the 350Z.
11-27-2002, 12:39 PM
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Trying to avoid that feeling
I have a 2001 AE, getting the mod itch again and/or 2002 6-sp. Sat in the coupe several weeks ago very nice. For all the money and time and warrenty issues I will face, I should just do it.
As far as price, the dealer here and most are doing MSRP which is a good thing, that's part of the reason the Max has poor resale value now.
A loaded max at invoice is about $26K -NAV
A G35C 6-sp leather goes from 32K - 35K -NAV
A G35c auto non leather ~29K
Hard to beat that, but we aren't comparing apples to apples here, many things that the G35C/G35S have are better FWD vs RWD ...
As far as price, the dealer here and most are doing MSRP which is a good thing, that's part of the reason the Max has poor resale value now.
A loaded max at invoice is about $26K -NAV
A G35C 6-sp leather goes from 32K - 35K -NAV
A G35c auto non leather ~29K
Hard to beat that, but we aren't comparing apples to apples here, many things that the G35C/G35S have are better FWD vs RWD ...
11-27-2002, 12:40 PM
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Re: g35 coupe vs. Z
Originally posted by jerdubois
the big issue w/ G35 coupe vs the 350Z. nissan is really slicing the market VERY tight here. the g35 is a legit competitor to the max + altima (even price is close to loaded max) and the g35 coupe looks, smells, and drives the same as the Z. interesting article in car-n-driver on how nissan is really taking a gamble since the g35 coupe will be selling just 2-3K more than the 350Z.
the big issue w/ G35 coupe vs the 350Z. nissan is really slicing the market VERY tight here. the g35 is a legit competitor to the max + altima (even price is close to loaded max) and the g35 coupe looks, smells, and drives the same as the Z. interesting article in car-n-driver on how nissan is really taking a gamble since the g35 coupe will be selling just 2-3K more than the 350Z.
My $.02
11-27-2002, 12:45 PM
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Re: g35 coupe vs. Z
Originally posted by jerdubois
the big issue w/ G35 coupe vs the 350Z. nissan is really slicing the market VERY tight here. the g35 is a legit competitor to the max + altima (even price is close to loaded max) and the g35 coupe looks, smells, and drives the same as the Z. interesting article in car-n-driver on how nissan is really taking a gamble since the g35 coupe will be selling just 2-3K more than the 350Z.
the big issue w/ G35 coupe vs the 350Z. nissan is really slicing the market VERY tight here. the g35 is a legit competitor to the max + altima (even price is close to loaded max) and the g35 coupe looks, smells, and drives the same as the Z. interesting article in car-n-driver on how nissan is really taking a gamble since the g35 coupe will be selling just 2-3K more than the 350Z.
11-27-2002, 12:55 PM
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Re: Re: g35 coupe vs. Z
Originally posted by vito1281
I think Nissan has their marketing all messed up. They're taking way too many chances with most of the new cars they're putting out. First it was the nearly-identically priced Maxima and Altima, and the Altima ended up eating away at Maxima's sales. Now it's the G35 coupe and the Z. For a company that's coming out of bankruptcy, these seem to be VERY risky moves.
My $.02
I think Nissan has their marketing all messed up. They're taking way too many chances with most of the new cars they're putting out. First it was the nearly-identically priced Maxima and Altima, and the Altima ended up eating away at Maxima's sales. Now it's the G35 coupe and the Z. For a company that's coming out of bankruptcy, these seem to be VERY risky moves.
My $.02
11-27-2002, 01:02 PM
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Maxima has been forced to ...
They have forced the Max to become higher priced, larger, ... just to seperate it's self, who in there right mind would pay big $$$ for a Max when the G35,Altima,I35 ... are less
They MUST make the Max a "super" lux sport sedan to justify the $$$ price diff (assuming the new Max is more than the current because of the Alt).
Truth or Dare Nissan, you should have redesigned the Max first and let the Altima follow, now the "flagship" may look like a follower, well done!!!
They MUST make the Max a "super" lux sport sedan to justify the $$$ price diff (assuming the new Max is more than the current because of the Alt).
Truth or Dare Nissan, you should have redesigned the Max first and let the Altima follow, now the "flagship" may look like a follower, well done!!!
11-27-2002, 01:12 PM
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Re: Re: g35 coupe vs. Z
Originally posted by vito1281
I think Nissan has their marketing all messed up. They're taking way too many chances with most of the new cars they're putting out. First it was the nearly-identically priced Maxima and Altima, and the Altima ended up eating away at Maxima's sales. Now it's the G35 coupe and the Z. For a company that's coming out of bankruptcy, these seem to be VERY risky moves.
My $.02
I think Nissan has their marketing all messed up. They're taking way too many chances with most of the new cars they're putting out. First it was the nearly-identically priced Maxima and Altima, and the Altima ended up eating away at Maxima's sales. Now it's the G35 coupe and the Z. For a company that's coming out of bankruptcy, these seem to be VERY risky moves.
My $.02
11-27-2002, 01:18 PM
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Re: Don't sit in the G35 coupe...
Originally posted by MaximaDisciple
Went to the SF Auto Show this past weekend and had the opportunity to sit in a silver G35 coupe. I wanted to trade in my '02 SE right then and there. Damn you Infiniti! If I would have just waited a year to buy a new car
Went to the SF Auto Show this past weekend and had the opportunity to sit in a silver G35 coupe. I wanted to trade in my '02 SE right then and there. Damn you Infiniti! If I would have just waited a year to buy a new car
11-27-2002, 02:45 PM
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Re: Don't sit in the G35 coupe...
Originally posted by MaximaDisciple
Went to the SF Auto Show this past weekend and had the opportunity to sit in a silver G35 coupe. I wanted to trade in my '02 SE right then and there. Damn you Infiniti! If I would have just waited a year to buy a new car
Went to the SF Auto Show this past weekend and had the opportunity to sit in a silver G35 coupe. I wanted to trade in my '02 SE right then and there. Damn you Infiniti! If I would have just waited a year to buy a new car
11-27-2002, 02:58 PM
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well.. the first thing I thought when I sat in a G35 is how the tranny and drivetrain eats up so much interior room. I know thats the price of RWD car, but honestly, I'm just so used to the open feeling of the maxima. Plus, I dont like being so close to the doors. In a side impact, I like how much room the maxima gives. I mean comparatively. I'd drive a g35 in a second, but its those things that help me keep happy in my current car.
11-28-2002, 07:50 AM
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Re: Re: g35 coupe vs. Z
Originally posted by vito1281
First it was the nearly-identically priced Maxima and Altima, and the Altima ended up eating away at Maxima's sales.
First it was the nearly-identically priced Maxima and Altima, and the Altima ended up eating away at Maxima's sales.
11-28-2002, 08:17 AM
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Why does everyone complain about Nissan producing new models that compete with other Nissan models. Nissan has to introduce new models, make old models better and take risks. Look at Ford they are struggling because they haven't taken risks with the Taurus or produced new models to get people into the show room. In the past people always said Nissan/Infiniti. Well fellas Nissan is getting away from that and giving there respective companies new products to get people talking and most importantly buying. With that being said platforms need to be shared to reduce cost.
The 350Z and G35c aren't carbon copies one has a back seat and more trunk space. The Z is Nissans halo-car were as the G35C is Infiniti's sport coupe targeted towards the BMW crowd and giving the G35 more credablity in it's class.
The 350Z and G35c aren't carbon copies one has a back seat and more trunk space. The Z is Nissans halo-car were as the G35C is Infiniti's sport coupe targeted towards the BMW crowd and giving the G35 more credablity in it's class.
11-28-2002, 10:32 AM
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I went to the SF autoshow. I wasnt to impressed. I expectd to see more concept type cars. Nissan was ok but they could of had a much better set up and display of cars. Then Murano is ugly IMO but the interior is kinda nice and comfortable. I loved the G35 I know what you mean makes me want one to.
11-30-2002, 10:01 AM
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Re: Don't sit in the G35 coupe...
Originally posted by MaximaDisciple
Went to the SF Auto Show this past weekend and had the opportunity to sit in a silver G35 coupe. I wanted to trade in my '02 SE right then and there. Damn you Infiniti! If I would have just waited a year to buy a new car
Went to the SF Auto Show this past weekend and had the opportunity to sit in a silver G35 coupe. I wanted to trade in my '02 SE right then and there. Damn you Infiniti! If I would have just waited a year to buy a new car
OMG ! My exact feelings ! I went to Infinity, and I would lose 6k by trading in my car for it..
11-30-2002, 11:06 PM
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...tested G35 coupe and sedan and looked at the I-35's. Ended up getting (for my wife) a Maxima GLE. The G-35 sedan felt too claustrophobic and bulky inside, not open and airy. Didn't care for it too much, which was a big disappointment. I wanted to be wowed by it, but wasn't. The coupe was a beast! Awesome and for some reason that doesn't make sense, the interior "felt" different. However, not a practical car when you may still need to transport adults...
I-35...do not like the way the Nav was designed into the dash...looks like and add-on. Otherwise, I still prefer the exterior of the Max, although the interior of the I-35 was dressed up just a bit more (real wood vs. fake).
So, ended up looking at Max's and got her a loaded up GLE!. Now we have "his and her" Maxima's in the garage, i.e., my 02 SE and now her 03 GLE! Since I was buying a Max...I definitely wanted an 03; don't think I'll be interested in the 04 based on what I read.
srm
I-35...do not like the way the Nav was designed into the dash...looks like and add-on. Otherwise, I still prefer the exterior of the Max, although the interior of the I-35 was dressed up just a bit more (real wood vs. fake).
So, ended up looking at Max's and got her a loaded up GLE!. Now we have "his and her" Maxima's in the garage, i.e., my 02 SE and now her 03 GLE! Since I was buying a Max...I definitely wanted an 03; don't think I'll be interested in the 04 based on what I read.
srm
12-01-2002, 12:42 AM
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Originally posted by ThisMax2NV
I went to the SF autoshow. I wasnt to impressed. I expectd to see more concept type cars. Nissan was ok but they could of had a much better set up and display of cars. Then Murano is ugly IMO but the interior is kinda nice and comfortable. I loved the G35 I know what you mean makes me want one to.
I went to the SF autoshow. I wasnt to impressed. I expectd to see more concept type cars. Nissan was ok but they could of had a much better set up and display of cars. Then Murano is ugly IMO but the interior is kinda nice and comfortable. I loved the G35 I know what you mean makes me want one to.
12-01-2002, 08:42 AM
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Originally posted by chinaonnitrous1
dont TEST DRIVE IT eieiher, especially with a 24 year old sales guy who is as eager to drive it as you. Its not healthy when your supposed to be a maxima enthusiast....thats experienced the back end of nissan service, and 2 blown mafs. Speaking of which, i cant wait to see the words BROKEN MAF on the G35 forums..
dont TEST DRIVE IT eieiher, especially with a 24 year old sales guy who is as eager to drive it as you. Its not healthy when your supposed to be a maxima enthusiast....thats experienced the back end of nissan service, and 2 blown mafs. Speaking of which, i cant wait to see the words BROKEN MAF on the G35 forums..
12-01-2002, 01:55 PM
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Originally posted by dmbmaxima2k2
that's exactly what happened to me but i bet if you see broken maf on teh G35 forums it will be followed by, they took one right off a car in the lot immediately and washed my car for me and gave me a donut while i was waiting.
that's exactly what happened to me but i bet if you see broken maf on teh G35 forums it will be followed by, they took one right off a car in the lot immediately and washed my car for me and gave me a donut while i was waiting.
12-01-2002, 06:40 PM
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My only beef with the G35 coupe is the Backseat, it's a death trap. I nearly broke my spine in half tyring to get out of the back of it....ouch! I was rather upset because I had a much easer time fitting on to the back of the RSX, surprise surprise.
The G35 is a killer though. But it "is" like 3 tenths of a second slower to 60 than the 350Z, mainly because of weight...and the formentioned back "shelf"
The G35 is a killer though. But it "is" like 3 tenths of a second slower to 60 than the 350Z, mainly because of weight...and the formentioned back "shelf"
12-01-2002, 06:44 PM
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Originally posted by dmbmaxima2k2
that's exactly what happened to me but i bet if you see broken maf on teh G35 forums it will be followed by, they took one right off a car in the lot immediately and washed my car for me and gave me a donut while i was waiting.
that's exactly what happened to me but i bet if you see broken maf on teh G35 forums it will be followed by, they took one right off a car in the lot immediately and washed my car for me and gave me a donut while i was waiting.
12-02-2002, 10:00 AM
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Re: Re: g35 coupe vs. Z
What's even more messed up is that nobody wants to buy I35's anymore.. they're just ignored! My dealer's got a pile of them sitting around on the lot.
Originally posted by vito1281
I think Nissan has their marketing all messed up. They're taking way too many chances with most of the new cars they're putting out. First it was the nearly-identically priced Maxima and Altima, and the Altima ended up eating away at Maxima's sales. Now it's the G35 coupe and the Z. For a company that's coming out of bankruptcy, these seem to be VERY risky moves.
My $.02
I think Nissan has their marketing all messed up. They're taking way too many chances with most of the new cars they're putting out. First it was the nearly-identically priced Maxima and Altima, and the Altima ended up eating away at Maxima's sales. Now it's the G35 coupe and the Z. For a company that's coming out of bankruptcy, these seem to be VERY risky moves.
My $.02
12-02-2002, 10:10 AM
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Re: Re: Re: g35 coupe vs. Z
Originally posted by Jer
What's even more messed up is that nobody wants to buy I35's anymore.. they're just ignored! My dealer's got a pile of them sitting around on the lot.
What's even more messed up is that nobody wants to buy I35's anymore.. they're just ignored! My dealer's got a pile of them sitting around on the lot.
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