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I bought a Passport G-Timer and I'm getting consistent 5.2 / 5.3 second 0-60 times with my mods (approx $2000). The G-Timer isn't fully accurate, but I think it's within a 10th of a second. I am not the best at launching either, so 5.1 seconds should be possible. I've only done about 13 runs and I'm learning as I go.
All I can say is test drive the G and the new 3 series. Let me know how they stack up. It should be pretty close, since the '06 330 will have 255 hp. it gains some weight though too, so the G35 6spd will still have the slight edge on raw speed. Of course, beyond that all of the personal likes/dislikes will come into play.
Ive driven both, but didn't really get a feel for the cars. I will drive again before I finally choose. The 330 does 0-60 in 6.0 sec but Im concerned about looks, I dont like the rear man... I need to like EVERYthing to shell out this kinda money u know? Aight hope you come back around_
What modifications(not too expensive) would you recommend?
TL 0-60 is 6.7 seconds, 95
Not much difference. What is the special package for the G35?
And about the TL, the 6MT is about the same price as the TL, the auto G35 is a lil cheaper. Well the cars are that different, you driven them both? They're both great cars, I jus know the G35 is more fun to drive, thats what matter to me, I gotta enjoy (to the max) what I drive if I am to spend that much on it, u know??
Its pretty much an excellent sedan vs an excellant coupe...
Been browsing the forum, and it's nice to see knowledgable owners share their experiences. I've been "lusting" for a G35 ever since it came out, but since I'm a big noob, I can't drive stick yet. Considering buying the car finally, but I have two quick questions. I read the other G35 board, and I don't know if this is accurate, but I assume a stock 5AT G35 does 0-60 in 6.8 sec? Are these times the same for a sedan style? I envy alot of you guys hehe, thanks in advance!
Thanks!
Other than that, don't you guys hate how the 298hp came with a torque loss!? I mean, if some of you don't notice the difference in power from the older engine then why did Infiniti tune it to bust out more HP? MARKETING moves sucks, (but i did draw me in, haha) wish they would have taken a good amount of weight off or Torque AND hp, u know? Anyway, this is the car im prefering right now. Anyone here from SoCal? I wanna know what dealers are good cuz Ive been to 2 and they don't take me too seriously. I know exactly what I want, jus crossing my fingers cuz I need a good deal!
and yeah, the accel. is NICE, jus havent broken the car in so im not really flooring it (its so tempting tho!!!)
Congrats bro! I envy your ... status I've begun the process by getting some quotes. It's amazing how 2 of the dealers were amazed at my price of $28,835 initially for the base sedan. "Wow, you got that and you didn't buy it?" I can't tell if they're trying to say I'm lying about the price (which I'm not) or trying to dissuade me from believing its real so they can offer me at MSRP. Me and you are probably in the same boat! I don't really care about the extra features, just want a base model. Jay, do you mind sharing your selling price & out the door price? I still love the coupe, but I have to see if it's worth the extra....
And yeah, the extra features, if you got money to burn, get em! You really really dont need them, the cars got good stock options (heated seats on the Coupe, power seats which BMW doesnt give you, climate controls are fine w/o dual zones, 6 disc CD changer, tho the system needs more bass.) So yeah, its jus a pain negotiating (at least with the Coupe it was) cuz dealers give you a whole scenario where they DONT wanna discount. But you jus need to be real serious and dont show like you NEED the car (tho its hard to resist, haha)
As for my pricing, if you could get the Sedan at 29K, you might be able to get the Coupe down to 32 or 33K all base. I got a discount of about 1200 dollars (aero kit, side mouldings, and plain discount) and they jus WOULD NOT budge for more. Now, mine was about 33.5K (cuz they tricked me into gettin a dealer installed alarm) and MSRP was about 35K with the alarm (alarm was like 350 bucks) That said, the Coupe REMEMBER, was 6MT, so its a lil more than the auto but its worth it!! well... itll cost you like 3K more at the minimum. Least you get the sports package, lowered n bigger rims? not sure.
Aight i wrote a lot, i think the coupe is worth the extra, it was a hard choice but i couldnt pass it up. ill show u pics of the car when i get em!! Its very sexy, haha
I just got a 2005 6mt coupe. Sticker was $37k. It has the premium package, spoiler, mud flaps, mats, etc. Price I paid was $34k (pre-tax, etc.) w/ 3.49% over 60 months. This is great considering that dealers will not budge on the coupes...they sell themselves. If you can get $1000 off MSRP on a base coupe w/o VPP, that'd be REALLY good. I'm guessing it'll be hard to do that though since a) option-less coupes are hard to find and b) dealers tend to be willing to negotiate more if there are more options on the car.
Good luck!
and also i would like to tell you that the insurance for this car is expensive. $3,500. I am 20. What about you guys, how much do you pay?
So I got SOME discount and im very happy with my car. Now as for how I'll pay for it, THATS another story. I forgot about gas money, (how high insurance can be) etc, but thats the price for this amazing vehicle. I jus like that my hard work has and will continue to pay off!!
I'll probably make an offer. But the only thing i am worried about is the acceleration. when i test drove that car i expected faster acceleration. If it is really 5.5 seconds then i would get it. I think that above 5.5 is not good enough for the money you pay (36 K).
as for insurance, WHOA, is that anually or what?? Most ppl my age for 'lesser' cars (fords, hondas, etc) pay like 200 to 250 a month, so i know the Coupe would be more but that much more?? I will have it under my dads name and expect to pay no more than 160 a month. If i had it under my own name then YEAH, it would prollie be about 300 or more a month!
you are right about bose system. it sucks. I am planning to install a professional sound system if i buy a car. Two focal speakers and 2 jl audio subwoofers. the only thing i like about premium package is the sunrooof and telescoping steering wheel. believe me, if the i get the car for 36,000$ i think it will be worth it because it has premium pkg, navigation, aero package, aerodynamic body kit.
My brother is going to buy a G35X in a few weeks using the VPP deal as well. He's getting $3k under MSRP as well...with 2.9% over 60!!! I'll have to be sure to get my friend at Nissan some pretty good Christmas gifts this year!
As for credit scores, we're both tier 1.
As for insurance, I'm 29, single, and carry full coverage w/ $500 deductibles for $110/month. That's through esurance.com though, so take it for what it's worth! haha.
The $1200 off MSRP for a base coupe is really a good deal. Perhaps they gave you the good selling price in exchange for a high APR. Next time try telling them you're gonna shop for rates through a credit union. The original rate they offered me was 4.9%. I had to negotiate it down to 3.49%.
As fot the other user looking at tht $39k coupe....Shoot for $1800-$2k off and that'll be good. As for the 0-60 speed. Remember any published time is based off of perfect track conditions and super sticky tires. Realistically, in normal driving conditions, I think 0-60 in 6.2 is more realistic. Also, wrt to 2nd gear, I think the manual said that peak power is achieved once you hit 3800 RPM. So maybe take it up to 4k RPM in 1st before dropping the hammer!
Have fun!!!!
And yeah, you gotta upgrade the sound system, (sounds like youd install a real nice system too) thats the first thing imma do (after window tint! haha) And yeah the premium package give you the sunroof *its like 1K by itself) but you dont really need the telescopic wheel (its on my dads 05 maxima and i rarely use it) plus the manual controls that come standard give you a good amount of movement (since the entire console parts move altogether) And yeah, for 36K youd be getting a very good deal, good luck on your negotiating. Keep coming around, this will be like a community, not jus a forum!
As for insurance, thats a real good amount, I hope I can get something near that (tho i prollie wouldnt get fully coverage IF i want money to add things to the car!)
You're credit scores are at the top, i co signed wit my dad and his were a lil below Tier 1. See, the sales manager BSed us sayin he'd get us a better rate. The 1200 off MSRP was jus our hard negotiating skills! He sold us with "ill try and get you the lower rate" sure... but im happy the difference isn't too much and i hope to pay it off early to save on financing! But i still got a Nice deal, n a Nicer car...
As for acceleration (I dunno about the 350Z, isnt it lighter with almost the same HP? For a 2 seater, id say itd have to a be a lil faster but ill RACE ONE and tell you who WON, haha) yeah getting real good times means near perfect conditions. But ill get good times, i jus gotta be careful!
seeyahround fellas_
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The traction and stability control systems on the G35 operate in all conditions, snow and ice included. On the coupe in particular, it's not these systems that are lacking, but the available traction with the road--via the tires--that challenges them. Hence, the best way to tame winter is by investing in winter/ice tires and swapping them during the winter months.