New G37 or go for 200k miles on the G35

[telcoman]

I'm going to reach the 100k mile mark on my G35 before the end of this year.

So thoughts of a new G have entered my head.

Is there anyone out there who had a G35 prior to getting a G37?

Telcoman

[telcoman]

Item 3 should read

You are happy with your G37 purchase.

Unable to edit the typo

[greg_atlanta]

I think your signature answers the question: "Mods unnecessary, Money goes to 401K plan."

Only reason to get a G37 now is if you want what may be the last of the big engines. I suspect next gen G will have a smaller engine with better fuel economy (but similar power with direct injection, super/turbo-charging, etc.). The displacement wars are nearing an end.

[Tampa G35 Sedan 6MT]

I think you should take it to 200k miles...

the new g37 is nearing its end of the body style. 2011 should bring a new revised body style. I would wait for that or just keep your G unti it dies!

DJ

[zozoka1212]

Telco you know me. I like new cars with warranty. Never know what goes wrong and when. As my DD car I need it everyday. I know you are in the same shoes. If you can get a good deal go for it. If can't wait till you run into one. Maybe new years eve

[G_whizz]

Telco you know me. I like new cars with warranty. Never know what goes wrong and when. As my DD car I need it everyday. I know you are in the same shoes. If you can get a good deal go for it. If can't wait till you run into one. Maybe new years eve

Besides Telco...I would HATE to see you using REg octane in a G37..

[Poyzinous]

Besides Telco...I would HATE to see you using REg octane in a G37..

Howard, If it was me, I'd wait to see what the 2011 G37 comes out like. I haven't been able to get much info, but it looks like it will be the 2012 that gets the next gen 350hp DI VVEL motor. With that in mind, I would probably hold on one more year and either get a 2011 new, or get a great closeout deal on a 2010.Either way, you won't be able to use 87 on those!

[marlin29311]

Besides Telco...I would HATE to see you using REg octane in a G37..

+1.

But you only live once, right? It's always nice to have something new if you have the means to do it....

[Tampa G35 Sedan 6MT]

I don't know.. I like the new ones but I am still in love with my V35

I know what you need... Put a few mods on it! at least a coupe Mid-Pipe and you will love it!



DJ

[370Z/28]

the new g37 is nearing its end of the body style. 2011 should bring a new revised body style.

DJ

PERFECT! That will be my 30th anniversary. I have told my hubby that the 30th is going to cost him. Now I know what it will be!

[SVTCOBRA]

There should be some great deals about now. Dealer Cash was $2,500. So, you're looking at > $2,500 below invoice

However, the nice thing about our G35 Sedans is that it does run on 87. If I'm not mistaken, the G37 Sedans REQUIRES prem......

With that said, it really depends on how much that new car itch...itches...

My itch quickly went away when I learned that our insurance went up $188 per month adding my 16 SON this July!!!

[tollboothwilley]

With all your talk on being smart with $$ and stuff, I would think that you would at a minimum push your car til 200K. I'm at 150K now and still running strong.

[telcoman]

With all your talk on being smart with $$ and stuff, I would think that you would at a minimum push your car til 200K. I'm at 150K now and still running strong.

In my younger years yes. Got 246k on the 1980 Diesel Rabbit, over 200k on the 1988 Mazda 929, and over 100k on my 92 Lexus ES300

Making a few trips a year to Florida from NJ could ruin a vacation if a breakdown occurs.



Telcoman

[SVTCOBRA]

OK, time for update.Have you been out test driving???? If so, what and how did you like it????

[telcoman]

OK, time for update.Have you been out test driving???? If so, what and how did you like it????

Hey Rich

Have a little patience!

You know that from reading my posts over the past few years updates from me on a possible new purchase will take months.

You know of course that I happen to prefer the month of December for any new purchases with Christmas and New Years eve as my favorites.

It took over three months and many visits to many dealers with the wife before she chose the Altima.

Stay tuned and don't hold your breath

Telcoman

[SVTCOBRA]

OK OK, just got a little excited!!

Hey, have you thought about that new SHO ???

Actually, I sat in it today for the first time and was disappointed....seat didn't sit well with me.

[telcoman]

OK OK, just got a little excited!!

Hey, have you thought about that new SHO ???

Actually, I sat in it today for the first time and was disappointed....seat didn't sit well with me.

No but here is one thing that concerns me about the G37G37 Tire Size--------------------------------------------------------------------Tires / Wheel Size P225/50WR18 Rear Tires / Wheel Size P245/45WR18 --------------------------------------------------------------------

I suppose this means the tires cannot be rotated?

I currently have 49.6k miles on my 1st replacement OEM Bridgestone Turanza's and will hit the 50k mile mark within a week. I still have 6/32 left on all 4 of them.

Besides Telco...I would HATE to see you using REg octane in a G37..

I already checked that out with one of the local Infiniti service advisors.

Yes you can with a slight decrease in performance is what I was told.

If I do end up with a new one I will be trying it and reporting my results here. I will do a similar test as this one.



I'm still waiting for someone else to also perform a comprehensive three grade gasoline test to match my results.

I may be test driving perhaps this coming week?

Telcoman

[Kenrik]

I'm at 106k.. Still have 18 months before it's payed off.

I will be buying a new car in four years.. Not a G...

Porsche is calling my name... Cayman.. yum..

[zozoka1212]

Kenrik I thought you are saving for a GT-R. Did you scrap that plan?

[Poyzinous]

eew. frogs. Howard, get your new car when you reach 123,456 miles.

[zozoka1212]

I love Porsche. They are proper sport cars with really good reliability.

[Kenrik]

Kenrik I thought you are saving for a GT-R. Did you scrap that plan?

I just bought a house...

Porsche is not a bad compromise though.

[zozoka1212]

I just bought a house...

Porsche is not a bad compromise though.

Nice, congrats buying a house.

Yeah I guess Porsche would do it. LOL

I even like the old ones late 60's early 70's 911. They super sexy.

[Kendahl]

When I picked up my G37S, I gave away a 23 year old Mazda RX-7 that was still running strong at 190k miles. We still have a 1998 Subaru wagon with 192k miles that I have no plans to replace. I expect to keep the G37S at least as long as I did the RX-7.

Having test driven 2004 and 2005 G35 coupes, I know that my G37S is a better, more refined car. That was important for me even though it cost substantially more than the used G35s. It all depends on what you want to do with your money.

[LuckyLuke]

I am getting a Ferrari Italia 458 in 20 years.. I hope my G will last that long..

[telcoman]

When I picked up my G37S, I gave away a 23 year old Mazda RX-7 that was still running strong at 190k miles. We still have a 1998 Subaru wagon with 192k miles that I have no plans to replace. I expect to keep the G37S at least as long as I did the RX-7.

Having test driven 2004 and 2005 G35 coupes, I know that my G37S is a better, more refined car. That was important for me even though it cost substantially more than the used G35s. It all depends on what you want to do with your money.

I had a 74 RX4 that had over 100k miles on the rotary engine. Sold it in 1991

[pippen99]

I've had 3 RX-7's and they were flat the best cars I have ever owned especially my 86. If i'm still able to drive in 20 years you will have to outbid me for that 458 Italia!

[telcoman]

OK, time for update.Have you been out test driving???? If so, what and how did you like it????

Did some test driving today. 2009 G37 6 speed manual with Navigation.

VERY IMPRESSIVE!

Pros

Improved the flimsy dipstick

powerful

corners and handles very well

Ipod integration works great and displays title and artist on the nav screenBlackberry pairs easily and can download the entire phonebook compared to 1 at a time in my 06.Nav includes the backup camera

Cons

Different size tires on front & rear prevent tire rotation which has given me 50k miles on my present set of Bridgestones.

It seemed a little hard getting it into reverse but could be just because its new?

Having to come up with $$$$

I'm sure I'll be getting phone calls next week.

Telcoman
Modified by telcoman at 5:41 AM 9/27/2009

[Tampa G35 Sedan 6MT]

Howard... Don't be such a cheap A$$

You can not rotate your tires

You just have to buy new ones... and seing as you have so much in your 401k you should have plenty to buy them lol...

You know you could get the Base Auto and get all 4 same size tires



DJ

[telcoman]

Howard... Don't be such a cheap A$$

You can not rotate your tires

You just have to buy new ones... and seing as you have so much in your 401k you should have plenty to buy them lol...

You know you could get the Base Auto and get all 4 same size tires



DJ

Well by rotating my current Bridgestone Turanza 235-45-18 every 6k, I am getting over 50k miles out of them.

I followed the owners manual rotating the the original set every 7500 mi and got rid of them at 47k.

So much for following the owners manual. It also says something about using premium.

I asked about premium and regular in the G37 while at the dealer. I was told that during the peak gasoline prices many used regular with no ill effects.

My question though is if tires on the G37 cannot be rotated and wear out more frequently could my present tires be used on a G37?

If not why not?

What is the advantage of different size tires on the front & rear?

225-50-18 front

245-45-18 rear

Telcoman