Factory Spoiler v No Spoiler

[angelbones]

I just bought a new 2011 Crimson Black 3.5SR Altima coupe and wanted input on spoilers. All cars I've owned for the last 20 years have had a spoiler on it. This may be the first car that I may prefer not to have a spoiler. Generally, I think spoilers add aggressive looks and more sportiness. My last car was a 2005 Mazda Shinka RX-8 and they looked so much better with a spoiler. With the Altima coupe I actually think I like it without one. It's got such a clean look at the rear end that I think it looks sportier WITHOUT the spoiler. Am I wrong? If you look at the trend of supercars such as the Jag, Aston Martin, even Koenisegg, the spoiler is hidden until you reach a certain speed. Obviously on the Altima it is only for looks, which I never minded paying for on cars in the past. I just think the flow on the coupe is actually better without it. I'd like to hear from both sides of the issue on this; so, either tell me I'm way off or that you agree.

[Samboat]

I think the spoilers give the coupes a more aggressive and sporty look. I am not sure what the new 2011 rear spoilers look like but their are many different options to choose from when it comes to spoilers. In my opinion I prefer having a spoiler over not having one. Here is a link to most of the choices you have:

rear-spoilers-for-the-coupe-t301035.html

[boystar22]

After I bought mine I had to put a spoiler on it. Now I almost miss it being naked. In pictures they look good without spoilers but in person they seem to be missing something. I have the Nissan-Canada Factory Spoiler, so it's smaller than the one offered now. I don't know why it was only offered as an accessory in Canada and not the US.

[angelbones]

Just today I noticed an Infiniti G37 and they look great with a spoiler. For whatever reason, on what is basically the same car, the Altima's FACTORY/dealer-installed spoiler just doesn't seem to add much to its styling and may actually detract. Like I said in the OP, I just bought the car so I might be swayed and end up installing it, but I'm looking for reasons to justify the cost (or reasons to confirm this detraction).

[Coupe12]

I have the infiniti spoiler, looks great

[angelbones]

I have the infiniti spoiler, looks great

After browsing the many threads I've seen photos of people that put the Infiniti wing on it, so that may explain why I liked the G37 spoiler so much. Maybe that's what I need is an Infiniti wing on my Altima. So, where did you get it?

[Desire1314]

The Stillen lip gives it a more clean/unique look in the rear. G spoiler looks a bit whack and out of place IMO....not to trash on those who have it. To each his own

[Coupe12]

I have the infiniti spoiler, looks great

After browsing the many threads I've seen photos of people that put the Infiniti wing on it, so that may explain why I liked the G37 spoiler so much. Maybe that's what I need is an Infiniti wing on my Altima. So, where did you get it?

I got it off of ebay for about 90 bucks unpainted. I couldnt tell you how much it is to paint it, my shop does it free

[Ricko]

I had the infinity one. I like my coupe a lot better with no spoiler

[angelbones]

I had the infinity one. I like my coupe a lot better with no spoiler

Yeah, Ricko. I've been researching different spoiler looks and I think I'm back to no spoiler. I believe I'm going to invest in a hidden improvement instead, aka, upgraded rear sway bar. Racingline seems to have a good one.

[DiamondWVU]

I've always liked my car without a spoiler. I'm never gonna put one on. But I have seen a few that do look clean on them. Just not my style I guess. Just my .02