No more I35?! :jawdrop:

Post by **MinisterofDOOM** » Thu Sep 09, 2004 6:01 pm

I just picked up my latest Car and Driver magazine, seeing the sexy new dodge charger on the cover (not like the ugly concept seen at past car shows, its actually pretty damn good looking). Flipping through, I saw the listing of model changes for the '05 models.Ah-ha!!! I thought, and flipped to the Infiniti section, hoping to find something about what the new I 35 will look like (I couldn't see how one could make the A34 Max look remotely Infiniti-ish). What I found is that it is being axed. No more I35? Why? Is it to be picked up late in '05 or in '06 along with the revamped (and less-aggressive looking) M45? Or is it gone forever? Maybe just gone until the A35? Or perhaps the G is filling that gap. Maybe a new model, as yet unnanounced. But that means only one vehicle will be built on the A-chassis. This seems very unlike Nissan to me. Anyone know what is going on here?
Modified by MinisterofDOOM at 11:05 PM 9/9/2004

Post by **jEzTeR** » Fri Sep 10, 2004 2:14 am

My guess is that the G35 will be sold to would be I35 owners. With the Coupe Sedan and AWD option out it looks like the Infiniti didn't need two 3.5L cars in the lineup.

Post by **MinisterofDOOM** » Fri Sep 10, 2004 4:26 am

I think you are probably right. I figured that, too. But, to me it doesn't make sense. I mean, if you have been inside both the G35 and the Maxima, you know how much smaller the G is. So now you are stuck with a mid size for $35k or a land barge for $62k (The Q45). They need something in between. As I said before, this all seems very unlike Nissan to me. Frankly, I'm getting worried that Nissan is selling out.

Post by **Dust N Bones** » Sun Sep 12, 2004 4:01 pm

I don't think it has anything to do with Nissan being sellouts. The fact is that the I30/I35 have never been great sellers. I think the last time I looked they were selling about 4,000 a year which isn't much. Expecially when compared to the ES300 with sales around 28,000 a year.

Post by **MinisterofDOOM** » Sun Sep 12, 2004 6:28 pm

Ahh I see. That's sad. The I35 is ten times the car the ES 300 is.

Post by **cullenj76** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 10:22 am

ES300=Texus (toyotalexus)

That is all.

Post by **MinisterofDOOM** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 11:48 am

AMEN!!!

Post by **Rex** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 11:50 am

The soon to be re-designed M45 is "supposed" to be offered as an M35 as well, offering the larger size to the 3.5 driver.

Post by **Rex** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 11:58 am

If you go to the infiniti web site, you can build your own 2006 M concept, including a ...

Infiniti M Concept Total Estimated Priceâ€ $42,200.00 Model: V6 AWD Highlights >18-inch aluminum wheels >270+ horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 engine >Intelligent all wheel drive (ATTESA ET-S) >Intelligent key with push button ignition >Rosewood interior trim >Sunroof, leather seats, solar eclipse gauges, voice recognition, Bluetooth wireless connectivity

OR

Infiniti M ConceptTotal Estimated Priceâ€ $39,800.00 Model: V6 RWDHighlights >18-inch aluminum wheels >270+ horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 engine >Intelligent key with push button ignition >Rosewood interior trim >Sunroof, leather seats, solar eclipse gauges, voice recognition, Bluetooth wireless connectivity

Post by **MinisterofDOOM** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 12:06 pm

Wait....so does that mean that there will be a M35 AND a M45? Interesting...I didn't think the M would have a VQ...

Post by **Rex** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 12:13 pm

From Autospies

Quote »Infiniti M Performance Sedan

The 2006 M, available spring 2005, optimizes both luxury and sport styling to create a dynamic visual appeal. The exterior design features a low, aggressive hoodline, which flows into the anchored shoulders and contributes to the sporty, powerful silhouette. Inside, the interior is highly expressive, combining a driver-oriented cockpit with an Infiniti level of luxury and design detail.

At the heart of the Infiniti M is the high-performance power of a choice of advanced V8 or V6 engines, with the vehicles badged M45 or M35 accordingly. The M45 features the 4.5-liter DOHC V8 currently used in the Infiniti Q45 and FX45. For use in the M45, it produces 340 horsepower. The M35 is powered by a 3.5-liter DOHC engine producing 275-plus horsepower. Both the M45 V8 and M35 V6 are mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission with short-throw performance shifter and manual shift mode.

Advanced technology is abundant on the M45 â€“ starting with a new Rear Active Steer system, which helps improve vehicle handling performance by adjusting the geometry of the rear according to steering input and vehicle speed. Also featured on the M45 is a new Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system, which helps warn the driver of a pending, unintended lane departure (LDW makes its North American automotive production debut in the 2005 Infiniti FX crossover SUV).

Highlights of the 2006 M include:

Â· Sporty, luxurious designÂ· Stable posture with long wheelbase (114.2 inches), wide tread and short overhangs Â· Low, aggressive hoodline and anchored shoulders provides a sporty, powerful silhouetteÂ· Enhanced, â€œnext generationâ€? FM (Front Mid-ship) platform

Â· 32-valve 4.5-liter DOHC V8 producing 340 horsepower; 24-valve DOHC 3.5-liter V6 producing 275-plus horsepower Â· 5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with manual shift modeÂ· Enhanced power-assisted steering system with sport ratioÂ· 19-inch wheels and high-performance tiresÂ· Inviting interior feel with use of etched aluminum and leather appointmentsÂ· Large cabin space, able to fit five adult passengers comfortablyÂ· BoseÂ® Studio Surroundâ„¢ audio system with 14 speakers, 5.1-channel decoding with two personal speakers mounted in each front seatÂ· Bluetooth wireless connectivityÂ· Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system with cancel switch[/quote]

Post by **MinisterofDOOM** » Mon Sep 13, 2004 12:21 pm

Very nice. How about this one: I need $56,600, NOW!

Journey Package - Sport $1700 Technology Package (requires Journey Package - Sport) $4000 Options DVD Entertainment System $1500 Infiniti Navigation System Incl. Aerodynamic Body Kit $1300 Satellite Radio Incl. 19-inch Full-Size Spare Wheel/Tire $300 Estimated Starting Price $47,800.00 Estimated Additional Costs $8,800.00 Total Estimated Price† $56,600.00

Highlights 340 horsepower, 4.5-liter V8 engine 19-inch aluminum wheels Sunroof, leather seats, solar eclipse gauges, voice recognition, Bluetooth™ wireless connectivity Intelligent key with push button ignition Aluminum interior trim and pedals Sport-tuned suspension with active rear control (improves handling by adjusting the geometry of the rear suspension using steering and speed sensors) Climate controlled front seats with sport bolstering High-intensity Discharge (HID) xenon headlamps with auto leveling and dynamic adaptive control 5-Speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode Double-wishbone front suspension; multi-link rear suspension; front and rear stabilizer bars 4-wheel power-assisted vented disc brakes w/ anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Brake Assist (BA) and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) Driver and front-passenger supplemental airbags (featuring Advanced Airbag Technology); Front seat side-impact supplemental airbags; Front and rear seat supplemental side curtain airbag Tire pressure monitor with location display 10-way power driver's seat w/ power lumbar adjustment and 2 position memory 160 Watt, 6-speaker AM/FM audio system with in-dash 6-disc CD autochanger with MP3 playback capability Automatic dual-zone climate control Vehicle Information System (VIS) with 7-inch color display

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