Is the G35 the new skyline ?

[KoukiS14]

But the appearance has nothing to do with platform choice. . it's just . . brand identity.

[Onizuka]

yeah, i mean, i could be wrong, but the similarities are just striking, if someone has hard evidence please do tell

[jEzTeR]

G35\350z pics-

[KoukiS14]

yeah, i mean, i could be wrong, but the similarities are just striking, if someone has hard evidence please do tell

Exactly. . it's called brand identity. They're supposed to look similar. . sort of like how the the B12 Bluebird has a similar frontend to the Silvia of the times, the S13. (to put things in 240sx speak hehe)

It's built on the same platform. . under the sheetmetal, it's the same car. (just like how the Buick Rendezvous and the Pontiac Asstec are the same, despite having an ENTIRELY different body)

It wouldn't make sense to recycle any parts from either car, while making the body or interior, since the dimensions aren't the same.

Saying the G35 coupe is a 2+2 version of the 350z is almost accurate, tho. . same platform. . but then again. . the Infiniti J30 and the 300zx Z32 are ALSO the same platform. They look nothing alike, do they?

[Onizuka]

those are some sweet pictures jezter!

[jEzTeR]

those are some sweet pictures jezter!

Check out some of my other album's.

[Chingon]

from what i understand, the old fairlady, the s13, and the skyline were also built on the same platform, that's why the engine swaps and some parts interchange....i may be wrong though..

[KoukiS14]

I'm not sure that's right, but i'm not sure it's wrong, either. .

The Z31 was on the same platform as the Nissan Leopard (Infiniti M30).. much like the Z32 was on the NEW Leopard (J30) . .

I doan believe the Skyline was on the same platform as the S13. .

Part of Nissan's financial problems was the enormous number of different platforms and engine choices they offered. . they've tried to cut it down considerably in recent times to prevent bankruptcy. .

I could be wrong, but I'm pretty sure those three cars are three different platforms.

[Chingon]

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[lessthanjakejohn]

the J30 has a longer wheel base than the 300zx I believe...totally diff car, similar components.

[hannibal]

I think our G35 coupe, sedan, and 350Z share a common platform. The G35 is the US version of the JDM R35 Skyline. I think this is the first time the Skyline and Fairlady use the same platform.

Jay

[KoukiS14]

the J30 has a longer wheel base than the 300zx I believe...totally diff car, similar components.

Yep, just like the Avalon has a longer wheelbase than the Camry. But like the Avalon / Camry, the 300zx and J30 share the exact same platform.

[KoukiS14]

I think our G35 coupe, sedan, and 350Z share a common platform. The G35 is the US version of the JDM R35 Skyline. I think this is the first time the Skyline and Fairlady use the same platform.

Jay

Ahh gotcha. . yeah, Nissan has cut back a lot on the # of dif. chassis they use. . And yes, it's the same FM platform that the 350z uses. . so yes, you are correct

[NISTECH]

I'm not sure that's right, but i'm not sure it's wrong, either. .

The Z31 was on the same platform as the Nissan Leopard (Infiniti M30).. much like the Z32 was on the NEW Leopard (J30) . .

I doan believe the Skyline was on the same platform as the S13. .

Part of Nissan's financial problems was the enormous number of different platforms and engine choices they offered. . they've tried to cut it down considerably in recent times to prevent bankruptcy. .

I could be wrong, but I'm pretty sure those three cars are three different platforms.

This is correct. Nissans over bearing problem for years was having multiple platforms on top of having multiple parts for the cars there could be as many as 3 or 4 part numbers for the same part on the same model built on the same production date. this was due to multiple parts suppliers. each suppliers part had it own part number. This brought on an enourmous cost in production and parts storage. Nissan has decided to streamline the entire operation by reducing platforms and suppliers. Therefore they will have 2 or more cars built on the same chassis. The difference will be me mostly options and finsih parts.

as far as the S13,Skyline, 300z fairlady being built on the same platfrom that is incorrect.

Today the line is as follows

1 Murano,Quest,Altima,Maxima same platform I think the fx's are in this bunch 2 350Z,G35 same platform which is very close to the first. 3 Frontier,xterra same platform 4 Sentra all by it self(for now) 5 Titan,Pathfinder Armada, QX56 same platform

[KoukiS14]

This is correct. Nissans over bearing problem for years was having multiple platforms on top of having multiple parts for the cars there could be as many as 3 or 4 part numbers for the same part on the same model built on the same production date. this was due to multiple parts suppliers. each suppliers part had it own part number. This brought on an enourmous cost in production and parts storage. Nissan has decided to streamline the entire operation by reducing platforms and suppliers. Therefore they will have 2 or more cars built on the same chassis. The difference will be me mostly options and finsih parts.

as far as the S13,Skyline, 300z fairlady being built on the same platfrom that is incorrect.

Today the line is as follows

1 Murano,Quest,Altima,Maxima same platform I think the fx's are in this bunch 2 350Z,G35 same platform which is very close to the first. 3 Frontier,xterra same platform 4 Sentra all by it self(for now) 5 Titan,Pathfinder Armada, QX56 same platform

I've been trying to decide what platform the FX shares. . It's not even a vehicle that can be purchased in Japan, but I'm certain it shares a platform. . however, it's a FR configuration. . Is it based on Cima / Gloria? I'm not certain. .

[NISTECH]

I havent had one in the air yet but have driven one it is very interesting to be looking across the hood of that thing while driving. it kinda has a retro visual through the windsheild with the bubbled hood design. It has the same type of drive train as the murano but its regular drive axel is the rear where as the murano's is the front wheels

[KoukiS14]

I havent had one in the air yet but have driven one it is very interesting to be looking across the hood of that thing while driving. it kinda has a retro visual through the windsheild with the bubbled hood design. It has the same type of drive train as the murano but its regular drive axel is the rear where as the murano's is the front wheels

Yeah the rear wheel vs front wheel is why I'd imagine it's on a different platform, but I suppose that's not necessarily the case. How was driving it? I'd love to drive one. . vehicle

[NISTECH]

its kinda cool its definitly more performance oriented then the murano. It handles well for a high vehicle. its kinda like a Z car (for the infiniti buffs G35) with a suv body. thats the best way I can describe it.

[KoukiS14]

its kinda cool its definitly more performance oriented then the murano. It handles wheel for a high vehicle. its kinda like a Z car (for the infiniti buffs G35) with a suv body. thats the best way I can describe it.

THAT'S awesome. . I was thinking it'd handle pretty well. . If Mercedes can make an SUV handle nicely, I'd figure Nissan could do it better

[SilviaLuvr]

no no no, i think it is BASED on the Z33 CHASSI. Would it really be hard for nissan to change the body panels and redo the interior?

To say the least, they do share the same suspension, motor, brakes, electronics, subframes, exaust, etc...

What does the G35 coupe look like more, the G35 sedan or 350z?

I can understand where you coming from Jspec. When you match teh two (skyline and Z33) togther you can see that it's damn near the exact same car! It's like the 90-94 eclipse's and talon's*(check years) but they where the exact same car with minor changes to suit there respected makers. I commented on this in the past how all the new cars are starting to look like one another. These are two case in points.

[NISTECH]

isuzu rodeo and honda passport same vehiclenissan quest mercury villager same vehicletalon and eclipse as mentioned above same vehiclecar companies do this quite frequently its called joint ventures and badging. the isuzu rodeo is badged chevy blazer in brazil.

[SilviaLuvr]

not to menchen the Escalade* and Avalanche. joint venturing and badging...im not to thrilled wit it in my opinion. To me it just takes away from the other. CIP how many ppl will pick the G35 coupe over the 350Z??? Why is that, it is the same car right? Difference 350 has 8 more hp's then the G35 and the G35 has 2 (lets be serious 1 full size person and a midget) more seats. The two cars are identical to one another, price is roughly the same, but more ppl would pick the G35 over the 350. This tackes away from the 350 sales.

[NISTECH]

the g35 is a more comfortable ride then the 350z and more luxurious. the Z doesnt have all the bells and whistles. It is pure sports car.

[KoukiS14]

I can understand where you coming from Jspec. When you match teh two (skyline and Z33) togther you can see that it's damn near the exact same car! It's like the 90-94 eclipse's and talon's*(check years) but they where the exact same car with minor changes to suit there respected makers. I commented on this in the past how all the new cars are starting to look like one another. These are two case in points.

But those two ARE the same car. The G35 and 350z are not. Just using the same platform.

[KoukiS14]

isuzu rodeo and honda passport same vehiclenissan quest mercury villager same vehicletalon and eclipse as mentioned above same vehiclecar companies do this quite frequently its called joint ventures and badging. the isuzu rodeo is badged chevy blazer in brazil.

again. .same vehicles. Isuzu Rodeo and all variants are made here, 3 miles from my house. . (Rodeo, Passport, Vauxhall Frontera, Opel Fonrtera, Holden Frontera, Isuzu MU, Isuzu Rodeo Sport. . Axiom. . uses same platform. .

comparing a Rodeo to an Axiom is more like comparing a 350z to a G35. . same platform, different vehicle.

I wanna 350z and a G35

[SilviaLuvr]

But those two ARE the same car. The G35 and 350z are not. Just using the same platform.

Ergo the G35 is more comfortable.

[KoukiS14]

Ergo the G35 is more comfortable.

Hence it being two different cars sharing the same platform :o

[SilviaLuvr]

still same engine and suspension

[KoukiS14]

still same engine and suspension

Well, yeah... Because it's the same platform.

[clrkn]

so finally I have a question that has more than 50 replies, thats an acheivement, if I were in a bar, I would order a round of drinks on me ;-). Personally its an achievement.

And about what car I would want a g35 or a 350Z, I think the 350z for me and the g35 for my alter ego.