Debadge the emblems.....

[CYO44Baseball32]

Well I don't see a problem with debadging and/or putting something else like the 370gt. I like the Infiniti badging a lot more than the nissan badging so I decided to keep that badging. I took off the Infiniti lettering however and put the 370GT sign on where the G37 was. I think it looks cleaner...and yes the 370GT and the G37 is one and the same so I think the badging can be interchangable IMHO. I also just dechromed and repainted the stock lip spoiler to match the car so it looks less gay. haha

Post some pics please, I was thinking of doing the same

[CYO44Baseball32]

The reason why you wouldn't 'rebadge' the Mona Lisa is because it is a one of a kind. The reason you rebadge or debadge a car is to separate yourself from everyone else with the same car. It's a part of personlization/customization.

Debadging in this case in addition to adding a custom look - often allows you to focus more, visually, on the lines of the vehicle.

Debadging can also be used to suggest you have a higher line model - I used to notice it a lot on S and E class benzes which can have either a 6 or 8 cyllinder engine. 6 Cylinders would be in the 300 series (E or S 320) while 8 cylinders would be in the 500 series (E or S 500). Owners of the 300s often remove that emblem - so you can't easily tell if it is the 6 or 8. Some might even add the 500 emblem to a 6 cylinder car. To each his own - If i were buying a re/debadged car used I could care less about the emblems - all I need to know is the condition of the car.

Skyline is a legendary name for Nissan. BTW if you look at all of your replacement parts (besides the infiniti emblems) - they all are stamped NISSAN.

If the association with the Nissan Skyline is a stretch remember that the Infiniti G35 is essentially a 4-seat NISSAN Z.

I personally don't think the Gs are prestigiuos. They are nice, don't get me wrong - I love my car but prestige is the substance of the car not the cosmetic emplems on it. I get my G serviced at the Nissan dealer - no need to pay additional "prestigiuos" Infiniti Labor rates.

My car before this was a Lexus LS400 - for what it is worth all the parts including the glass was stamped Toyota - and that car BTW - for me is more prestious than the G - have you seen the new LS460s - OMG!! Infiniti doesn't even make a big sedan anymore.

For my situation - I've considered keeping the Infiniti Emblem but replacing the INFINITI letters with SKYLINE. My car didn't have the G35 emblem - not sure if that was how it came stock in O3 but I dont miss it at all.

Good Luck.

Modified by Cali 2 Balti G at 8:39 AM 2/14/2008

Modified by Cali 2 Balti G at 8:49 AM 2/14/2008

Modified by Cali 2 Balti G at 8:52 AM 2/14/2008

+1 but Infiniti has does have a big sedan M35/45

[Magellan]

Well, if you want to make sure your G37 looks like none other, if that’s what important to you, I can think of other ways to personalize your car:

• Paint it pink with purple polka dots• Put on a 5 foot high spoiler• Get a large tattoo on your left arm that says Nissan and drive with it hanging out the door• Get one of those exhaust kits that shoot out flames when you accelerate• Take the letters you peeled off and put them back spelling FITING IN

[Cali 2 Balti G]

+1 but Infiniti has does have a big sedan M35/45

I've always thought that the Infiniti M is a midlevel car - like a BMW 5 Series or Mercedes E class. The Q used to be the premium car for Infiniti - are you saying that the Q was replaced by the M. Wasnt the first generation M out at the same time that the Q was on its tail end?

Either way - good luck to you guys with your emblem decisions.

[CYO44Baseball32]

Post some pics please, I was thinking of doing the same

[sunny81]

You know if our cars were the Nissan 370GT Skyline, I could see debadging and converting to Infiniti symbol and G37S to improve the looks. The infiniti, aka mt. Fugi Symbol is attractive.. the nissan..isn't and there's nothing special to me about the word Skyline. Corvette, Mustang, Jaguar, Firebird ect.. appealing.. Skyline..., might as well put Horizon...just don't get it. Also, just like Acura is to honda and Lexus is to Toyota, Infiniti is the higher level Nissan brand in America.

Lastly, branding to be something your not.. is like stuffing your pants... the truth is obviously evident and therefore pointless. Just my 2c on the topic.

I agree that the Infiniti symbol is hands down more attractive than the Nissan emblem. But for those knocking the Skyline name and seem to have no sense of history of it, it rings in the ears of just as many people as the word Corvette and Firebird. Honestly, Firebirds can't hold a candle to Skylines. The Nissan Skyline historically has been one of the most highly modded/tuned cars in Japan and is held in as high regard as the Supra by some. FYI, the GT-R was originally a trim level of the Skyline.

The 1989 HR32 Skyline GT-R had a 2.6L inline 6 twin turbo that put out 320hp, which was understated/underrated at 280hp.

The last Skyline to be badge w/ the GT-R trim was created in 1999. It also ran an inline 6 twin turbo but tuned to 332hp. Nismo tuned one to put out 500hp, but it was bored/stroked.

The G35s and G37s are the first Skylines created without the intent of offering it as a GT-R. As you're all well aware by now, Nissan decided to make the GT-R it's own car.

I agree, the current Gs are a lot more luxuries and hold higher 'status' than your everyday Nissan, and I personally would never re-badge my G37, but honestly, even though it's selling under the Infiniti name, it is inherently a Skyline. Japan didn't even offer cars under the Infiniti name until 2007.

So, I'd strongly encourage those that knock the Skyline name to do a little research and learn a little about the heritage of the car you liked enough to put down the money to buy.

[J-Owner]

The Q was not replaced by the M. The M was introduced about the same time as the Q began taking a nosedive in sales and the M was well received so they decided to stop making the Q and the M35/45 then became the Infiniti flagship until a new Q is introduced, which is in talks but nothing definite.

There was an earlier M in the early 90's but it was an M30 and it was a coupe and convertible and was not well received.

On the topic of emblems, I say do what makes you happy. I will say while some of you are spending upwards of $7M for mods and cosmetic changes to an already well-equipped beautiful car, I have spent the same amount of money on a new Sony XBR5 flat screen and new audio system for my family room. I am REALLY enjoying it. To each his own!!

[flowtime]

I found this debaged G37 looks alright not really my taste

[IP37]

[nismodan69]

Took infiniti off myself... prefer it better. Just use a torch welder to cut them off they are welded... J/k.. simple 3M tape, heat with a dryer used floss and clear coat cleaner to take off the glue, wax and done.

how did you get the tailights tinted like that? thats how i want my g35 lights tinted!!!