Your Good Friend Tells You He's Buying An Infiniti G37 Tomorrow-How Would You Talk Them Out Of It?

He's your good friend....don't mess anything up with him by making him think you don't like his choices anymore.

Agree. If this the car he wants he has my support all the way! Stupid blog by the way.

"Here are the keys to my BMW, see you in 30 minutes."

All done.

why the hell would i stop my friend from making a great choice? what a stupid question oo1. if anything, i'll try to convince him to get the manual over the auto. again, what a stupid question oo1

Why stop him, he made a great choice.

Agreed. All I'd do is ask to drive it when he got it.

Man, you guys are no fun...

001

It'll be more fun if you change G37 to 3 series. I bet you'll get more responses and traffic flow, which you desperately need, isn't it?

Or Lexus. OMG there would be 180 comments in like 2 minutes!

I guess we're supposed to say that he shouldn't buy it because it's not a BMW 3-Series? However for some, this is probably a reason TO buy the G37.

Nope. But there must be things about the G that are a turnoff to you.

There are turnoffs to me in EVERY car, no matter what brand or what price.

There is NO perfect vehicle.

NONE.

001

I don't know much about the G, so can you tell me the turnoffs that the car has? Big or small... I really want to know. I could never really explain why I wouldn't get a G.

And we will be doing this for popular BMW models so you will have your chance.

We just chose to start with Infiniti first.

001

I'd tell him to visit Autospies for a few days and soak up the scene. That ought to do it.

lol

You're spot-on with that comment "222max".

If I did, he'd just say that I gotta get over with being a stubborn Lexus fan. I'd say stuff that probably don't qualify anymore such as a stiff clutch, which some people actually prefer for a track day. I personally don't think it looks all that good, if not a little bland. But overall, it's still a good looking, offense-less car, and the interior has inproved considerably since the original G35 although the GPS controls might be a little confusion, in my opinion. (kinda ironic that the EX has the best balanced and most sumptuous interior of all Infinitis)

The exhaust note is cool, but he'd have to watch out when he goes to his girlfriend's parents' house for dinner. You know those parents and the unfortunate prejudice towards anything that makes noise.

The G37 is the best car in its class, i would also consider a IS350. If they came with a MT!

Don't buy G37! it's japanese. remember ww2?
well.. and i think g37 costs little too much.

If its new, I would tell him/her to buy a used one. Especially the sedan. Not sure of the differece between my previous 07 G35 and the current G37 sedan. But for resale purposes, Its better to buy the sedan used. Prob can find one for around 24k

Transmission problems - lots of discussion on the forums. Went on a test drive with a friend and he complained about the strange transmission. I found the local Infiniti dealer in Albuquerque to be very customer unfriendly. Bought a BMW (5 series do not all have runflats and they have a spare.) instead.

I've driven both the G37 and the 3-Series and the one thing that sticks out in my mind that I would use to encourage a decision away from the G is the overall lack of refinement when compared to the BMW. Judged solely on its own merits, without the influence of the 3-Series the G37 is a phenomenal car, however there are some refinement issues that come into play when the G is pushed towards its redline that makes the engine sound a little course and gritty, and the clutch and gearshift engagement (assuming a manual transmission choice) is not up to par with what BMW offers with the 3-Series.

Now, on the flip side if the G was being compared against the Lexus IS or Acura TL, although the TL is still more refined in the engine compartment, I would strongly support the decision to purchase the G.

Finally, and this is a personal opinion of the beholder is looks. I don't think the G is the best looking of the bunch, I actually think that when compared with the 3-Series, Acura TL, Lexus IS and G, I think the Lexus is the best looking of the cars, but that look alone doesn't sell the car.

Even if unable to talk out of buying a G, I don't think the decision to purchase one is one that would be regretted as the G is a decent car capable of standing on its own.

-00J

hey ooj, why do you still have an M3 engine as your icon? didnt you lose that car or something?

The M3 was totaled and at the moment I am not driving a BMW but that doesn't mean I can't still be a fan of BMW.

-00J

What kind of a useless and pointless topic is this?

I would say good decision. Price difference between G37 and 335i here in Middle East is roughly DHS 100K (USD 26K). And Performance wise both cars are pretty close so i can see and have seen some BMW owners going for G37.

Other Alternative here in Middle East is IS300 with 228BHP. It costs the same as G37 but 100BHP short so i am not going to recommend.

C350 is even more expensive than 335i, so not recommended unless MB fan.

I think in this sport luxury category it's hard to beat G37 as an overall car. It's got beautiful design, good engine, nice interior and above all best value(which everybody is looking for nowadays).

JUGNU

The Cadillac CTS is also worth mentioning since I think it costs barely more and offers similar performance and a great interior.

I actually have a freind who is on his second G. When he told me he wanted one, I was relived because it is by far the best value in its class. You cant come close in any other car with performance, that price and that tehnology.

The only thing I can complain about is the styling. Not that it looks bad, it tends to burn out very quickly. Other then that, great car, highly reccomend.

Should I buy the G37

Cons:
- Drive train still not as refind as it should be.
- Some think previous model was prettier (I do)
- Infiniti doesn't have the benefit of being a "tier one brand"
- Not the top car at 9/10's driving, ride some time compromised

Pros
- Wonderful, Strong engine.
- One of the best looking cars in its class
- Quality, reliability, and Infiniti’s reputation
- Best bang for your buck in the class

Don't think twice buy the G37!

Not the top car at 9/10's driving.... Well, up to personal driving style. I like the car that rotates, and over 7/10 BMW in fact understeers more and is harder to drift. (I can feel it but cannot understand how BMW dials that steering assist) So, even BMW may be slightly faster in lap time due to better suspension setup(if same horsepower), it's less fun on street.

Tier one brand? People here seem never heard of 1. Ferrari, 2. Aston Martin, 3. Porsche.... and even though I own a 3 I think MB is at higher tier, at least the latter has spupercar, not just many sports sedan and sports SUV.

Wait, how is this car news?

dlin

I hear what you mean about Ferrari,Aston,RR, etc... the seem to be in an "uber class". The automotive press seem to consider BMW and Mercedes tier one world-wide the other brands vary per country. I also believe that Mercedes still has a prestige edge over BMW.

Tell him only traitors of our country buy a Jap car? No, that doesn't work anymore. Almost all cars coming into our country come from some former enemy.

Ummmmmmmmm. Tell him it's ugly? No, that doesn't work it and most of its competitors have turned into psychologically deranged looking art projects.

Tell him it's too expensive? No, that doesn't work because it is actually less than many competitors.

Tell him to have another drink and be glad he can afford one these days!

Sigh...........as evidenced by the first posts some people are too politically correct to tell their friends anything other than what they want to hear. How sad many have become.

How to talk a friend out of a G? That would depend on why he likes it and what your motives were. If you've actually tested or at least looked at the other offerings out there than speak your mind. One thing is for sure- this is all entirely subjective based on personal preference. I think a better topic for the article would be- How do you talk your friend out of a bad deal (lease or purchase) on a G37?....

Tiny glove box,road noise,tight back seat,stiff ride,dont like all the buttons by the navi.

I wouldn't talk him out of it, because it is an amazing machine. I had the pleasure of test driving the G37 and 3 series and I would take the G37 all day long. So I would say go for it, because you will have one of the best looking and performing cars in its class.

I forgot to add to my comments - the G37 has very skinny seats. 200 pounders will wind up sitting on the seatbolsters which stick up and are uncomfortable to sit on.

Audi is just as bad with their seats. I've got to say between Infiniti, BMW, Audi and Mercedes, I think Mercedes has the best seat geometry, with BMW a close 2nd.

I would then tell my friend to go on a diet and LOSE SOME WEIGHT so that he/she can fit in the darn seat of any car!!!

How about "Someone you hate is looking to buy a _______. How would you convince them to buy something crap?"

it's a great choice. i don't think anything beats it for the money.

if i knew he had the means to buy a 335i, i tell him to drive it before buying the g37. while the g37 a great car and a great value, it's not a 335i.

A few years ago, a friend purchased a Hyundai GX350 and put Infinity Q45 badges on it....most people couldn't tell the the difference..

Save some money...buy a Nissan...and some Infinity badges

I would ask him, Are you prepared to see your exact car pass by you three to four times a day? Of as you walk across a parking lot wonder if "that one" is yours or just a another clone?

If he is happy with a cookie cutter luxury car, then by all means blend in with the crowd.

Yes, Smoke, Q45 sedan of 1997 to 2001 (not to be confused with the QX45 SUV)and the XG350 (my mistake) are very much alike in appearance if you look at the front end and side view

both are more kitchen appliance than automobile...

Luckily I'd never be forced into this scenario, since my friends know enough about cars that they wouldnt even consider one. Nice effort nissan, but you're not going to unseat the Benchmark with this thing. Maybe in 2 or 3 more generations you'll finally figure out something called Refinement, and apply to your cars.

Ive driven every available model of the g line, and I just do NOT see the appeal and would NEVER consider one over the 3. From the moment you fire it up to the moment you hit a bumpy road, it's obvious why it's cheaper than the competition; they cut plenty of corners.

I would say only get it if you're getting the 7spd automatic, because the manual shifter/clutch combo is awful. Also, the ride is a little bit stiff, so test drive it first. Also, the interior is a bit cramped considering the physical size of the car. That probably doesn't bother people that aren't 6'7" though.

I would tell him to get the G37 and order a stillen twin turbo kit for it, and call it a day.

This "good friend" must be 6'2" or shorter. Otherwise he wouldn't be able to fit in the car.

I didn't test-drive one because I was too tall to fit in it. However, it's gotten good reviews from the automotive press, so I assume it's a good car. Looks nice, too.