Possible G37 owner, need feedback.

[Ivoidwarranties]

Hello, my name is Kevin.

The girl that lives with me wants a new car and we're leaning hard towards an 08 or 09 G37. I'd really like to hear what current owners like and dislike about the G37.

I've been surfing this site a little and I am learning quite a bit of stuff.

I'll take any feedback you want to give but also have a few more direct questions if you can answer them:-Are there any factory options you wish you had?-Are there any factory options you wish you hadn't gotten?-How well does the 3.7L responds to mods?-Does the 3.7L need tuning when modified, if so, how is it done?

If anyone is more comfortable talking on the phone I am willing to call.

[zozoka1212]

Kevin,

Welcome to Nico

To be honest with you. The g37 comes well equiped. I did not go for the navi. The reason is I would not use it much and I have one portable that does the job. All the reviews are really good on the factory navi so if you would use it a lot go for it. Other thing is if you need the update that will cost you as much as you pay for a small portable unit.

Infiniti/nissan knows how to press out most of the engine. So from that point it is hard to gain more power. If you need a little more faster car you should look into the new 370Z. It is faster. Does 0-60 in 4.7 seconds. That's what motor trend got out of the test Z.

G35/G37 have a 5 star depretiation value. That is good.

https://www.alg.com/DepreciationRatings

Not too many American car manufaturers made it to the top.

zozo

[audtatious]

-Are there any factory options you wish you had?-Are there any factory options you wish you hadn't gotten?-How well does the 3.7L responds to mods?-Does the 3.7L need tuning when modified, if so, how is it done?

- The only factory option I sometimes wish I had is NAV. Usually this is simply because my Garmin can be a pain in the butt sometimes.

- No. Mine is a Journey with Sport package and comes well equipped

- Don't know about mods yet.

The only negatives are a low drivers-side arm rest and lack of space in the console and glove box. Trunk is small but once you know how to pack it you can get a ton back there (at least a whole cart of groceries as I do).

Welcome to NICO

[Ivoidwarranties]

Thanks for the replies. I like to mod for horsepower, so to hear the engine is already tapped out is a little discouraging but it is "her" car. And being her car, she can decide on the Nav or no.

I drove one today and immediately noticed the armrest problem. Good thing I usually drive with my left hand.

Good info, keep it coming.

[Sentientbydesign]

Zozo has the 08 G35, not G37.

I can't speak for too much regarding the car because I have the G35, but I know that Stillen and JWT already have intake systems for the car and there are a few exhaust systems as well.

I saw a g37 with the Stillen intakes that was pushing 332 hp to the rear hubs.

I'd say the G37 still has some room for improvement. Depends on what you plan on doing. Realistically, if the car has good power and handles well, the need for mods is subjective.

[Ivoidwarranties]

Subjective is a good point, but let's just say I will not be happy with stock. I doubt I'd go as far as needing forced induction but that's only because it is her car. I also doubt she'll want any suspension mods even though I'll want to lower it. Honestly, most changes will be done to the exterior and interior but a little more power as a must.

[G37 Man]

If I were you,I would be looking at the 2009 G37 Sedan or coupe with AWD based on where you live.

If your winters are rough,you don't want to get the 2008 G37S and I don't thinkyou will be happy with the basic 2008 G37.

[audtatious]

Thanks for the replies. I like to mod for horsepower, so to hear the engine is already tapped out is a little discouraging but it is "her" car. And being her car, she can decide on the Nav or no.

I drove one today and immediately noticed the armrest problem. Good thing I usually drive with my left hand.

Good info, keep it coming.

The VQ37VHR is nowhere near "tapped out" from the factory. Right now there are simply not that many aftermarket parts for it other than intake, cat-backs and free-flow cats. That will change pretty quickly when the 370z is fully out with the same engine. I expect Turbo and SC's being available my mid-year (or earlier) that will work just fine with the stock internals.

[Ivoidwarranties]

If I were you,I would be looking at the 2009 G37 Sedan or coupe with AWD based on where you live.

If your winters are rough,you don't want to get the 2008 G37S and I don't thinkyou will be happy with the basic 2008 G37.

I like the way you think. If the AWD Coupe would have been out three or four years ago, we would not be having this conversation. She would have already had the car and I probably would have been on here years ago. But, she currently has a 2000 Maxima and that would stay with us and take most of the winter wrath while the G stayed warm in the garage. As of right now, that's the plan and rear wheel drive is so much more fun.

The VQ37VHR is nowhere near "tapped out" from the factory. Right now there are simply not that many aftermarket parts for it other than intake, cat-backs and free-flow cats. That will change pretty quickly when the 370z is fully out with the same engine. I expect Turbo and SC's being available my mid-year (or earlier) that will work just fine with the stock internals.

Thank you. That is exactly the stuff I was looking for. What about tuning issues?

[audtatious]

There should be none. Anything that is an "issue" will be resolved by the aftermarket industry in order to sell product. The 370z will have strong aftermarket support for the engine which can be used on the G as well. It's completely a non-issue.

What type of mods do you think your girl will need? It already does 13-sec 1/4 mile times with a stock automagic....

[zozoka1212]

What type of mods do you think your girl will need? It already does 13-sec 1/4 mile times with a stock automagic....

I thought you had 13.5 sec on the 1/4.

The VQ37VHR is nowhere near "tapped out" from the factory. Right now there are simply not that many aftermarket parts for it other than intake, cat-backs and free-flow cats. That will change pretty quickly when the 370z is fully out with the same engine. I expect Turbo and SC's being available my mid-year (or earlier) that will work just fine with the stock internals.

Technosquare has a ecu flash for the 2nd generation G35 sedans. Somebody got that plus intake and exhaust. 3k out of packet to get 304hp at the wheel. He got .2 seconds faster on 1/4 with this. That's the most gain I've seen on the 2nd generation G's. 3k for around 20+ hp. That's over 100 bucks per hp. Don't know if it worth.

If you check Terry's tt set up on the sedan it pushes 466 hp and 333 torque.

zozo

[audtatious]

I thought you had 13.5 sec on the 1/4.

13.835 (13.75 @ 102.55 corrected) with a bad launch and 10mph headwind

Technosquare has a ecu flash for the 2nd generation G35 sedans. Somebody got that plus intake and exhaust. 3k out of packet to get 304hp at the wheel. He got .2 seconds faster on 1/4 with this. That's the most gain I've seen on the 2nd generation G's. 3k for around 20+ hp. That's over 100 bucks per hp. Don't know if it worth.

If you check Terry's tt set up on the sedan it pushes 466 hp and 333 torque.

zozo

There will be tons of aftermarket support for the G37 now that the Z has the same motor. I remember when the G35's first hit it took the Z to come out before things started popping in the aftermarket.

[zozoka1212]

13.835 (13.75 @ 102.55 corrected) with a bad launch and 10mph headwind

LOL

You are just like my father used to be. LOL

I used to go fishing with him. But somehow over the years all the fish he cought got bigger and bigger as the story got older. My father was so honest to everybody but somehow the fish got bigger each year. Me and my mom were just laughing on him.

There will be tons of aftermarket support for the G37 now that the Z has the same motor. I remember when the G35's first hit it took the Z to come out before things started popping in the aftermarket.

I am sure about that. I just don't see to much gain over the small mods. Same with the g35 all these small mods end up with little or no gain. Some just for more feel or sound. How much people gain with exhaust,intake,z tube ,etc. All together maybe 30 hp. How much all would cost? Now if you think this way since everything dual for the hr engine. You pay close to double what you would pay for a single. Just see the intakes for the hr engines.

Most people moding there car to costumize their car to each of their own taste. That makes people happy. Happiness is important.

Happiness is not a station you arrive at, but a manner of traveling.

That's what I think anyways. Than I could be wrong. Would not be the first time and most likely not the last.

zozo

[Kendahl]

I live in Omaha, too, and have a 2008 G37S. It is generally agreed that the OEM high performance summer tires are worthless on ice or snow. If you don't have a winter car with better traction, you need real winter tires such as the Bridgestone Blizzak. I drive my car through the winter, but only when the roads are clean and dry. I took delivery in mid November, 2008. To give you an idea how little it got used over the winter, it took me more than 5 months to accumulate 3,500 miles.

If your girl friend wants an all weather car, I suggest the 2009 G37X coupe or sedan, both of which are all wheel drive. Avoid the high performance summer tires unless you want to buy winter tires. The sedan has more room than the coupe and is actually a little bit lighter, but the coupe looks better. The all wheel drive models come only with an automatic transmission. This doesn't bother most people (I'm the exception) and the 2009 transmission is a seven speed. (Previous automatics were only five speed.)

I almost always drive my car with the stability system (VDS) turned on. There is enough torque that, without it, it's very easy to get power oversteer, even on dry pavement with good traction. The one review I have read of the 2009 G37X coupe mentions that, due to the all wheel drive, this is no longer an issue. A manual transmission is supposed to be available in 2010. If I were shopping then, I would get a manual G37X coupe.

My car is a G37S coupe which means manual transmission, stiffer suspension and different size tires front and rear. There are only a few options for this model. The two I picked were premium and navigation. The premium package includes sun roof, climate control, Bose audio and seat position memories. My justification for the navigation package was the rear view camera that comes with it. Without the camera, you can hardly see to back up. I also got the splash guards to keep from beating up the paint just behind the wheels. All cars seem to come with a trunk mat whether you want one or not. I skipped the add on spoiler, although it isn't bad looking. I very deliberately rejected the technology package and the active four wheel steering. In general, I don't like to surrender control of throttle, steering and braking to a computer and that's what both of these packages do.

Given the weakness of new car sales, you should be able to get a better deal than those of us who bought last year when the G37 coupe was introduced. I bought my car from Donovan Campbell at Infiniti of Omaha and recommend him to you. I am pleased with their service department. So is a colleague who has an Infiniti SUV. As long as you give them a few days notice, they give you an Infiniti loaner. Included in any service is a free car wash.

Before ordering my G37S, I test drove Porsche Cayman and 911, Audi TT coupe, two 3 series BMWs and two G35 coupes. For me, the G37 was better than any of them. Your girl friend should also look at an all wheel drive Lexus IS250. It isn't as exciting as an Infiniti, but might be fine for her.

When shopping, I was treated very well at the Infiniti, Porsche and Lexus dealerships. Salesmen at Audi and BMW behaved more like you would expect at Ford, Chevy or Dodge.

[Tampa G35 Sedan 6MT]

You will love the car if you get a 6MT

[audtatious]

LOL

You are just like my father used to be. LOL

I used to go fishing with him. But somehow over the years all the fish he cought got bigger and bigger as the story got older. My father was so honest to everybody but somehow the fish got bigger each year. Me and my mom were just laughing on him.

My base _is_ 13.835 and that is non-adjusted for altitude and temps/humidity and such. There was the headwind too

Just trying to make myself feel better for not actually getting into the 13.7's that day on that track

I am sure about that. I just don't see to much gain over the small mods. Same with the g35 all these small mods end up with little or no gain. Some just for more feel or sound. How much people gain with exhaust,intake,z tube ,etc. All together maybe 30 hp. How much all would cost? Now if you think this way since everything dual for the hr engine. You pay close to double what you would pay for a single. Just see the intakes for the hr engines.

I may do intakes for looks and sound but that's about it. I know all about "potential" hp increases, that's for sure. When the car is paid off in 2 years I will probably look into SC as an option and skip most of the rest.

[audtatious]

You will love the car if you get a 6MT

Not necessarily. The auto shifts firm without lag which is probably why I have not seen any major time differences between the 6mt and base sport.

[CrackaLackin]

...The girl that lives with me...

[Ivoidwarranties]

That's what she goes by.

Kendahl, thanks for taking the time to write all that. Since it is her car, it will have to be an automatic. Her Maxima will be her Winter car and all wheel drive is not necessary. We will probably want to buy some nicer wheels with a dish right away and the stock wheels will be used with some winter tires (we do that with most vehicles). At the risk of offending a few people on this site, I do not like four-doors and the sedan is out of the question. We have driven many cars including probably five BMW 3 series this year. Not impressed. The Infiniti dealer here in Omaha has been nothing short of great. We have driving probably six cars over the last year from them and we even had an FX for two days to see if she really wanted it.Also, we (meaning I of course) have came to the exact same conclusion when it comes to options. The four wheel steering option doesn't even make sense to me. It's a short wheel base car, why is that even an option? And the technology package looks like a waste to me.

Here is what we are looking for as of right now:2008 or 2009 new or used (low low miles) G37Vibrant Red w/ Graphite leatherPremium packageSports packageNavigation package

As far as customizing goes, that's what I like to do. I'm sure most people are ignoring this post by now so I'm going to post a link to my current truck.http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2299721

[Tampa G35 Sedan 6MT]

Don't like Dodge but That is a sweet truck!

Gwoods is going to **** his paints!

DJ

[Tampa G35 Sedan 6MT]

Oh and if you will be getting the autotragic wait and get the 09 so that you can get the 7speed trans. It will be much better over the 5 speed and better MPG's for when gas goes back to 4 bux a gallon!

DJ

[Ivoidwarranties]

Gwoods is going to **** his paints!

DJ

Is that a good or bad thing?

Is the 5 speed auto problematic?

[Tampa G35 Sedan 6MT]

Is that a good or bad thing?

Is the 5 speed auto problematic?

It is a good thing.. He had a hemi ram all tricked out and he had 4.56 gears!

The 5 speed I would say is a very good trans and not many people have had problems with them!

The 7 speed is newer, more responsive, and has more gear choices to keep the motor in the peak hp range for longer! That makes it faster, but you already knew that lol

Better, newer, faster, smoother, and more MPG's... Sounds like a win win win win win to me!

DJ

[audtatious]

Nice truck

Realize that we are primarily a Nissan site first and a car enthusiast site second so there are not many cars that members usually bash on unless they are rice. As for the G37 it has its little quirks but in general it's a great car. Here's a couple articles I've written on it:

http://www.nicoclub.com/reviews/g37-roa ... onth.shtml

What year Maxima does your girl own? My other car is a 2k2 Max SE.

[audtatious]

The 7 speed is newer, more responsive, and has more gear choices to keep the motor in the peak hp range for longer! That makes it faster, but you already knew that lol

Better, newer, faster, smoother, and more MPG's... Sounds like a win win win win win to me!

DJ

Maybe. The current new 5AT is a strong transmission from a performance standpoint. In general I would think the 7AT would be better on road courses where additional gears would ensure it is in a better range than the 5AT in DS mode. I would not really expect it to have better 1/4-mile times tho.

[Ivoidwarranties]

I understand the logic that newer is better but that logic doesn't always hold true. That is why I was wondering if the 5 speed automatic has problems. If the five speed is a good transmission that opens up the 08's as a possibility. Honestly, I'm not always a fan of more gears. I like to go for a broader torque curve rather than high peak horsepower.

Thanks for the compliments on the truck. I want to start on a G now.

[Ivoidwarranties]

What year Maxima does your girl own? My other car is a 2k2 Max SE.

She has a 2000 Maxima SE.

[zozoka1212]

At the risk of offending a few people on this site, I do not like four-doors and the sedan is out of the question.

Well I guess that's why you need some mods just to keep up with the sedans.

About the 7 speed auto. Not sure how Infiniti managed it but it got around 160lbs heavier then the 5 speed. Since the coupe is already heavier now it will be even heavier with the 7 speed. Now if we put the AWD in the coupe that sounds good but it will be soooooo damn heavy. Just the 7 speed auto and the awd will put probaby 300lbs on the car. AWD going to make up for some of the weight but hell 300lbs!!!

zozo

[audtatious]

Yeah, weight will be an issue. From what I have seen via online testing the G37 sedan is not faster than the G37 coupe.

[Tampa G35 Sedan 6MT]

C&D got the G37 sedan to do the 0-60 in 5.0 flat!

That is faster than the Coupe! and also faster than the 07-08 sedan!

DJ