Used G37?

[pullin_high_gees]

Starting to see some used G37s come on the market. I might be interested in purchasing, I will not buy new, can't stand to take the depreciation hit.

I can't seem to find what I want:Journey, Automatic NO sport package and standard wheels. Looking for the smoothest ride possible. Color: Blue Slate, Black Obsidian, Platinum Graphite, or Liquid PlatinumInt: Wheat with or without RosewoodPremium and Nav packageSeems like the MSRP for this configuration new is about $41,815. But all the dealers are asking mid 40's for vehicles with Premium and Nav (new). I think it sucks you have to buy the prem. just to get Nav, all I want is nav.

I'll probably end up waiting another six months. maybe the economy will really tank and I can get what I want for about $32 - $33.

[rn79870]

I going to make a guess here. If you find a used G37 at a dealer, they are not likely to want to let it go for much less than a new one. If you can find an individual that bought one and has to sell it, you might make a deal.

On the other hand, if you look at a new one, you'll be entitled to any dealer/manufacturer incentives, like lower interest rate, or even lease rates.

My opinion would be to go the new route. You'll have the same or less payment, and in the worst case scenario, you would have the same payment for 6 months longer. BUT, you would know everything the car had been through too.

Go with a new G37, and give it the correct 1200 mile break in.

[pullin_high_gees]

I going to make a guess here. If you find a used G37 at a dealer, they are not likely to want to let it go for much less than a new one. If you can find an individual that bought one and has to sell it, you might make a deal.

On the other hand, if you look at a new one, you'll be entitled to any dealer/manufacturer incentives, like lower interest rate, or even lease rates.

My opinion would be to go the new route. You'll have the same or less payment, and in the worst case scenario, you would have the same payment for 6 months longer. BUT, you would know everything the car had been through too.

Go with a new G37, and give it the correct 1200 mile break in.

I'm paying cash, so I have no incentive to go for a cheaper lease / int payment. Time value of money, you always get a better deal offering cash, over the long haul. And you Always lose money buying new.

[rn79870]

I'm paying cash, so I have no incentive to go for a cheaper lease / int payment. Time value of money, you always get a better deal offering cash, over the long haul. And you Always lose money buying new.

What you say is true. But there are still a few problems. You may be buying someone elses problem, as you will never really know what the car has been through. The second issue is that a dealer with a used car would rather finance it as they receive a kick back from the financing. And you really are limited in choice between what you want and what is available - rephrased, you'll be lucky to find the color you want in a used G37.You can't look for a 2006 or 2007 G37, you have to find a 2008 model. unless you find someone who has to sell it, you're going to pay more than you think for it.

I just searched the Autotrader for used G37's in Los Angeles (large G population there) There are 3, from 37k to 41k. You can do the same new.

[pullin_high_gees]

yeah, I've been

What you say is true. But there are still a few problems. You may be buying someone elses problem, as you will never really know what the car has been through. The second issue is that a dealer with a used car would rather finance it as they receive a kick back from the financing. And you really are limited in choice between what you want and what is available - rephrased, you'll be lucky to find the color you want in a used G37.You can't look for a 2006 or 2007 G37, you have to find a 2008 model. unless you find someone who has to sell it, you're going to pay more than you think for it.

I just searched the Autotrader for used G37's in Los Angeles (large G population there) There are 3, from 37k to 41k. You can do the same new.

yeah I have been on AutoTrader too. If I were willing to arrange delivery, I could get what I want eventually, but that seems complicated. I am hoping that premium gas hits $4+ per gallon this summer, I think that might put downward pressure on the price of a high performance luxury coupe that seems to be giving people 15 mpg city, real world. That alone is disturbing, if not for the financial aspect, but this car does seem like a bit of gas hog what with Peak oil apparently here. so many dillemas...

[rn79870]

You've hit that one squarely on target. Actually, the G37 is supposed to deliver better mileage than the G35. My G35 has 2100 miles on it, and the gas computer has not been reset since new. Overall, with about 70% in town, and 30% Highway, and it is stuck on 16.4 overall MPG since new. I've been told that they start delivering better mileage by about 10k but I'm not holding my breath.

Good luck with your hunt.

[J-Owner]

If I can afford a G I can afford $4 a gallon. You are banking on the US economy tanking and your thoughts on the economy is quite strange.

I personally am never scared by the state of economy. I continue to operate the same as I always have. If gas goes to $4 a gallon then I spend $4 a gallon for gas.

If I had a G37 to sell, I would not just give it to you because you think you deserve to pay less based on an issue with way too many variables. You are clearly targeting people who are desparate. Perhaps you will find that person who has just lost a job, or had a baby and needs a bigger car or hit financial hard times. Then you can swoop in for the kill. A dealer will likely laugh at you.

[avanti5010]

Well, I bought a new Amethyst graphite 6MT Sport/Wheat with everything except 4ws and it will probably be for sale in June. I bought the G37 before I was able to order a Nissan GT-R at a sane price. I now have one preordered (#1 on my dealer's list) and it's supposed to be in by June.

The G37 has <200 miles (yes 200) on it now and probably won't have 500 on it by June. If I could I'd keep both, but I can't.

I will either trade it (will get less, but will have the new car sales tax reduced) or sell it outright if I can get enough to cover the sales tax advantage of trading it.

It's in sunny dry AZ, in a garage and has not seen rain.

[sunny81]

Well, I bought a new Amethyst graphite 6MT Sport/Wheat with everything except 4ws and it will probably be for sale in June. I bought the G37 before I was able to order a Nissan GT-R at a sane price. I now have one preordered (#1 on my dealer's list) and it's supposed to be in by June.

The G37 has <200 miles (yes 200) on it now and probably won't have 500 on it by June. If I could I'd keep both, but I can't.

I will either trade it (will get less, but will have the new car sales tax reduced) or sell it outright if I can get enough to cover the sales tax advantage of trading it.

It's in sunny dry AZ, in a garage and has not seen rain.

I'm all for standing by and supporting people who decided to partake in the same driving experience as me, and I hate to do it, but I have to call you out and say BS. First off, the 6MT is NOT offered w/ the wheat interior. Secondly, even if you got the Journey, the Amethyst Graphite exterior is not offered w/ the wheat interior. It puzzles me as to why people lie about their ownership.

[avanti5010]

OK, fool.. I made a mistake. It's stone interior. Do want the VIN Number to prove it?Jerk!!!

[jabain]

really dude? There are so many problems with what you posted. wow!

[avanti5010]

What the hell is your problem?Are you in a mental hospital?

[jabain]

I was replying to that Sunny guy for needlessly pointing out some minor error in your car description, and then trying to say you didnt actually own the car. I was saying that his comment was a little excessive.

[avanti5010]

OK, sorry for the misunderstanding. I can't figure out what his problem is. If I were going to lie about a car, it would be something more exotic than the G37.Thanks, Bill

[jabain]

hahahah, no doubt. Its all good man.

[sunny81]

really dude? There are so many problems with what you posted. wow!

Name one thing that is inaccurate in my post. Also, I find it hard to believe you don't know what color the interior of your car is. Grey and yellow don't exactly look similar enough to mistake.

[jabain]

The post is accurate, just a little excessive and unnecessary.

[avanti5010]

Man, if you aren't in a mental hospital, you belong in one. Since when is Wheat considered yellow?Stop wasting everybody's time, idiot.

[$tevenG37]

stop lying ho! 8=========D------, you have a maxima

[Dodgeyaussie]

I'm paying cash, so I have no incentive to go for a cheaper lease / int payment. Time value of money, you always get a better deal offering cash, over the long haul.

Wrong. The dealer gets the money whether it comes directly out of your pocket, or from the bank. So there is no incentive for the dealership to offer you a better deal. In fact the opposite is true. Dealerships make money by providing financing, so they are always more interested in having you finance than pay cash.