New Member :D and a few questions about the Altima Coupe

[Pablo.A]

hey guys i've been planning to get a new Altima Coupe 3.5 SR and I've been reading around this forum and i liked it so i just registered .But I just have a few questions for you guys.

I'm trying to get a manual but when I build it on the website it doesnt allow me to add any packages. Is this because its impossible or they just have problems with the website?

I was thinking tho that most of you end up switching the bose system and navi so im guessing its not worth it to add the technology package and the sound... is it better to just get the basic 3.5 manual with nothing on it and add aftermarket sound and navi?

Also if you have any advice or any thoughts you'd like to share on some upgrades that i should do to the car id be glad to hear it

thanks guys

[elfenlied8]

buy a manual 3.5. CVT is no fun

[DAAN.]

Don't repeat our mistake and get it new, buy it used
If you want more than looks - look into more performing platforms - eg Genesis coupe

[LongBeachCoupe]

Don't repeat our mistake and get it new, buy it used
If you want more than looks - look into more performing platforms - eg Genesis coupe

If you are so unhappy with the coupe, sell it Daan!

I would go with less from the factory, more from aftermarket...
Welcome to the Cliub!

[DAAN.]

no one bites western canada is german cars oriented

speaking of those, there was a member on here who was about to buy the GLK from Mercedes ... haven't seen him around. anyone got his contact info ?

[obstacle]

if i could do it all over again, i just might consider getting a genesis in lieu of an AC for the sole fact that they have more extensive aftermarket stuff.

but, a 3.5 MT altima coupe is a pretty unique automobile... i see more genesises (??)? than ACs, which makes it all the more unique.

btw, it seems like either nissan's site is not operating correctly when selecting packages for the 3.5 MT OR they dont offer any. i assume the latter. When i got my 2.5, I couldnt get ANY package bc nissan doesnt provide it for 2.5 MTs.

Maybe go to 1 or 2 dealers and ask around?

[Pablo.A]

Thanks for the responses guys. Now i guess im gonna have to take a look at the genesis. Apparently its #1 in affordable sports cars in US News. Ive never really been a fan of hyundai tho so im not so sure. im torn between the two now ..

[Sam1ch]

Buy a 370Z!

[devilmagic]

if you care little less on design and the look but want performance from a sportier car, i highly recommend the Genesis. But if you like me who care little less on race somebody and more on wanting people turn heads for your car, then i would go with the AC. Its personal preference

[Mattv609]

Thanks for the responses guys. Now i guess im gonna have to take a look at the genesis. Apparently its #1 in affordable sports cars in US News. Ive never really been a fan of hyundai tho so im not so sure. im torn between the two now ..

Exactlyyyy itsssss a HYUNDAI!!! go with the Altima coupe broo... go 2 a dealer n speak to a salesman tell him everything you want and let him find it... might take lil longer but he will get it shipped trust me.. im sry but the Genesis is nice but my opinion.. 1) its a Hyundai 2) i think its a grls car 3) Atlima Coupe is bettter lol ... dude they make and emblem to to replace the hyundai one! like cmon.. lol right there ppl know they dont want ppl to look at it b like ohhh its a hyundai they want to change the emblem n b like wow! whats that car.. (obvi talkin about ppl who dont really kno cars but obvi will notice a good lookin 1)

[angelbones]

As a new member, let me tell you my experience. Their site is working correctly but it took me a while to figure out the packages. In essence if you order the manual, it comes with the premium package and leather package preinstalled. So, if you order the manual you avoid the additional packages on the CVT. So you get more car for less money. That said, you do sacrifice some mileage. I personally was tring to find a good compromise between mileage and performance. The bigger problem is that unless you special order it, you're not going to find any 3.5 coupes with a manual on any lot. I'm in Florida and I know the closest I found was about 500 miles away in a color I didn't want.

I've only had the car two weeks and I'm still adjusting to the CVT but coming from a six speed RX-8, I'll adapt.

Wanted to comment on other cars people have recommended. Drove the Genesis coupe (but not the track version). Very interesting but it felt cheaper and much more plasticy. Granted my A/C is loaded (minus the NAV system). Although I wish the Altima had better performance, the Genesis was not as refined as the Altima. (Personal prefernce also is I think the A.C is better looking, and looks like the Infiniti minus the extra 12,000 dollars.) Also drove the Accord coupe (again cheaper feel), a V6 Camaro (not bad but I could feel the extra 300+ pounds) and the BMW 128i (great car but by the time you get the options the Altima has then you're up to $37,000.) Hope this helps.