http://www.jalopnik.com/assets/resources/2007/01/infiniti_g35_sketch.jpg
Ever since Infiniti trademarked "G37" last year, car watchers have been waiting for the new badge's manifestation. Now, the company announced the G37 coupe, and a new EX Concept, will both debut at the New York auto show next month. The '08 G37 coupe is expected to go on sale by year's end, potentially sporting a 3.7-liter version of Nissan's VQ powerplant. Word is, that's the same engine that'll be used in the Nissan Skyline GT-R, minus the twin turbos. – Mike Spinelli via jalopnik

Looks nice :thumbup:

can't wait to see the real car, but looking at this pic, doesn't seem like it's a dramatic change from the current one.

http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2007/03/infinitig37.jpg


http://www.autoblog.com/2007/03/13/next-infiniti-g-coupe-officially-named-g37/

Looks great! :thumbup: Hopefully the finished product will be very close to what that drawing shows.

The current G35 is already a great looking coupe. If Infiniti can improve on the styling, it'll have a winner on its hands.

3.7L V6.. Anyone want to speculate on how much power it'll have? I say at least 325hp and 285ft-lbs :D

The first thing I like to see with the production car is the tail-lights, that's the only part that's iffy about it on the concept car for me. Other than that, it's going to be a great looking coupe for sure :thumbup:

3.7L V6.. Anyone want to speculate on how much power it'll have? I say at least 325hp and 285ft-lbs :D

And still run 14s :D :D Kidding of course.

Hopefully it starts running similar times as the IS350, because the sedan sure isn't doing it. And I hope they fix the interior. Its not even the layout honestly, but its just the materials now. If they'd even use similar quality stuff thats in my 12 year old lexus, they'd be uptown.

And still run 14s :D :D Kidding of course.

Hopefully it starts running similar times as the IS350, because the sedan sure isn't doing it. And I hope they fix the interior. Its not even the layout honestly, but its just the materials now. If they'd even use similar quality stuff thats in my 12 year old lexus, they'd be uptown.

It's probably safe to assume that the interior in the 08 G Coupe will be pretty much the same as the 07 Sedan........which is a HUGE step up from the 1st gen G.

If the production car is close to that sketch, I give it a :thumbup:

Hopefully the rumors of the 500hp version aint true because ... man oh man ... bye bye M3 lol and everything else on the market lol

The rumors of a 500hp version were a TT debuting in 2010. I'm going to go on record now as saying - call me in 2010 when it happens. :D

That rumour is highly questionable, and it's too far away to start speculating.

T It's much nicer than even the "whaleskin" Lexus back then.

Are we talking about the same whaleskin that appears in the 2nd Gen GS? :D

The material feels like the same one in my parent's 1993 Camry.

The only gripe i have with the G35's interior is the steering wheel feel (cheap) and the leather is too stiff. If it was just a bit plushier, I wouldn't mind. But the stiff leather makes me feel like I'm riding on cardboard.

The rumors of a 500hp version were a TT debuting in 2010. I'm going to go on record now as saying - call me in 2010 when it happens. :D

if you're impatient then you can always go for the 450+ hp skyline that will appear in 08 :)

You mean the GT-R? Ya, I'm sure it'll be a monster. But I am content. :)

The first thing I like to see with the production car is the tail-lights, that's the only part that's iffy about it on the concept car for me. Other than that, it's going to be a great looking coupe for sure :thumbup:

+1 for that. It sure seems like there are a lot of cars out there that have ugly back ends. Almost as if the designers ran out of ideas when they reached the back. I mean come on, as you pull away from someone, that's all they're going to see. ;)

The closer it is to the Concept Coupe from NAIAS 2006, the happier I am. Of course, I also love the G35 Coupe as it is, so anywhere in between would be enough for me.

Looking forward to seeing this car.. I think infiniti is on the right track.. I hope it look close to the concept.. :thumbup:

Here's a new spy pic of the G37 Coupe.

http://images.leftlanenews.com/content/1-mar14-g37.jpg

Source: http://www.leftlanenews.com/spied-infiniti-g37-coupe.html

wow that looks very strong. A lot of similarities with the G35 cpillar and stance...this car will be LOOKER! :thumbup:

I can't tell anything from those images.

I just put a deposit down for the new g37coupe for $500 becasue i am VERY interested in this coupe. I am #8 on the list. Im actually not sure if im going to get this or not...

if i decide not to - ill just auction my place in line on ebay. Some guy got $5000 for his number 1 place in like on the audi R8 at the local dealer. Maybe someone will give me some money for my place in line for the coupe :p

worst case, if nooone bids at least ill get my money back since its fully refundable.

I just put a deposit down for the new g37coupe for $500 becasue i am VERY interested in this coupe. I am #8 on the list. Im actually not sure if im going to get this or not...

if i decide not to - ill just auction my place in line on ebay. Some guy got $5000 for his number 1 place in like on the audi R8 at the local dealer. Maybe someone will give me some money for my place in line for the coupe :p

worst case, if nooone bids at least ill get my money back since its fully refundable.

I really doubt we'll be seeing this on the G37 since its nowhere close to being a low production model. The G35 is Infiniti's w h o r e (money maker) and they make TONS of them.

Infiniti did a good job concealing this car. One will hope they have something up their sleeves performance wise in light of the emergence of BMW 335 turbo as the leader in that aspect.

Will this also debut as the new Nissan Skyline coupe in Japan?

Will this also debut as the new Nissan Skyline coupe in Japan?

Yeah this will be the Skyline V36 Coupe in Japan.

3.7L V6.. Anyone want to speculate on how much power it'll have? I say at least 325hp and 285ft-lbs :D

im Guessing 340 Hp and 300 LBs of torque. either way im keeping an eye on it when it comes out. :thumbup:

they claim it will actually boast 335-340Hp

they claim it will actually boast 335-340Hp

Who's they?

The current G35 is already a great looking coupe. If Infiniti can improve on the styling, it'll have a winner on its hands.


They also will need to give the interior a redo since the current one looks way to cheap for a supposedly luxury car.

Glad Infiniti stepped it up with this hope it's a 13 second car.......

Enter the rumormill: 500HP Infiniti G37 twin-turbo on tap for 2010
Posted Mar 13th 2007 2:57PM by John Neff
Filed under: Coupes, Sports/GTs, Infiniti

May we first present to you a grain of salt, which you should take with what we're about to say. A comment left on an earlier post today confirming the G37 Coupe's new name led us to the Freshalloy forums where a member had recently posted some tantalizing information.

The Freshalloy forum member relays information he obtained from the owner of his local Nissan/Infiniti dealership that includes not only confirmation of the new G37 name four days before today's official announcement, but also speculation that the larger engine will produce 325 horsepower "out of the box". On a follow up visit, the forum member learned that a possible 330-hp variant of the G37 is also currently being tested at sea level. Finally, the owner said that the new G37 will be in dealerships this summer around July or August.

The real nugget of speculation that interests us, however, is the possibility that Infiniti will produce an all-wheel drive, twin-turbocharged version of the G37 in 2010 that will produce 500 horsepower. Such a car sounds a lot like the Nissan GT-R, the first production Skyline ever to be sold in the U.S. Even though this news come from a forum post written by a guy who talked to some dealer, and its validity can in no way be confirmed at this time, we have to admit that it makes sense to us.

We're well aware that Infiniti dealers were not happy when one Carlos Ghosn announced the GT-R would be badged a Nissan, so an ultra high-performance version of the G37 is one relatively easy way to appease those dealers. We also presume that the G37 Coupe and GT-R will share a good deal of hardware, which makes us wonder if the GT-R's powerplant will turn out to be a twin-turbo version of the G37's 3.7L VQ V6, rather than the 3.5L version. That would certainly explain the blistering lap times a prototype was turning at Laguna Seca last month.

Oh yeah, the dealer is expecting a G37 convertible in 2009. You may now exit the rumormill.

http://www.autoblog.com/2007/03/13/enter-the-rumormill-500hp-infiniti-g37-twin-turbo-on-tap-for-20/

i typed it in wrong..330hp thanks for bringing it to my attention

Glad Infiniti stepped it up with this hope it's a 13 second car.......

Don't get me wrong, but this is a no brainer.

If the 2007 G35 Sedan does anywhere from 13.9-13.7, then its fairly obvious a 3.7 would be in the low 13's.

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Don't get me wrong, but this is a no brainer.

If the 2007 G35 Sedan does anywhere from 13.9-13.7, then its fairly obvious a 3.7 would be in the low 13's.

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.5 to .7 is a lot of time in the 1/4 and a 25-30hp difference wouldn't guarantee that much of a faster time in a car as heavy as the G.

It looks pretty good to me. I hope the int. looks similar to the sedan

I thought the new G35 sedan was faster than IS350?

I thought the new G35 sedan was faster than IS350?

Nope, the IS350 is a little quicker than the new G Sedan. The G will out handle the IS in the twisties though.

Don't get me wrong, but this is a no brainer.

If the 2007 G35 Sedan does anywhere from 13.9-13.7, then its fairly obvious a 3.7 would be in the low 13's.

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I guess if you mean 13.4-13.5 as low 13's. 30hp will not net you 7/10ths of a second in the 1/4 mile. A very clear example of that is any car with a turbo. Take a turbo car and chip it to add 30hp; unless it weighs 1500lbs it isn't going to get even half a second from that sort of gain. There are a ton of real world examples of this.

In my old G coupe I'd added every bolt on I could find; net result was 21hp/25tq, and my 1/4 mile time was ~0.2-0.3 better with traps 4mph higher. Heck, in my current car people are adding *80hp/90tq* and getting 5/10ths-7/10ths.

It's impossible to predict, but since we're trying. I'll say 330hp/300lb/ft of torque, manufacturer rating of 5.0s (Infiniti is aggressive with those) to 60mph. C/D will pull a 4.8-4.9s (maybe a 4.7) and a 13.3-13.5 1/4 mile @ 104mph.

They also will need to give the interior a redo since the current one looks way to cheap for a supposedly luxury car.

Have you even been in a 2007 G35 sedan? The interior is very very nice

Have you even been in a 2007 G35 sedan? The interior is very very niceThe Int. did come a long way from the 1st G35. Why didn't Infiniti put the 3.7 in the sedan and the M35:uh: I don't understand automakers these days

can't wait to see the real car, but looking at this pic, doesn't seem like it's a dramatic change from the current one.Didn't Lexus do that to the 1st LS changed the car A lot but it still looked the same.

I guess if you mean 13.4-13.5 as low 13's. 30hp will not net you 7/10ths of a second in the 1/4 mile. A very clear example of that is any car with a turbo. Take a turbo car and chip it to add 30hp; unless it weighs 1500lbs it isn't going to get even half a second from that sort of gain. There are a ton of real world examples of this.

In my old G coupe I'd added every bolt on I could find; net result was 21hp/25tq, and my 1/4 mile time was ~0.2-0.3 better with traps 4mph higher. Heck, in my current car people are adding *80hp/90tq* and getting 5/10ths-7/10ths.

It's impossible to predict, but since we're trying. I'll say 330hp/300lb/ft of torque, manufacturer rating of 5.0s (Infiniti is aggressive with those) to 60mph. C/D will pull a 4.8-4.9s (maybe a 4.7) and a 13.3-13.5 1/4 mile @ 104mph.

30whp with a better powerband and gearing can definitely give you 7 tenths on the 1320'

regardless i agree with all your numbers but think the trap speed will be a few mph more.

to put it another way, at 280whp with good torque i expect it to relatively match the e46 m3 in terms of acceleration...

Comparing it to a M3 really isn't fair. It's not the same car.

There are several factors make the M3 different than the G35 sedan as far as 1/4 mile times. Some of these are:

HP/Weight ratio
Traction (weight distribution =/ traction)
Gearing
Tires
Drag

I have been to the track a lot in my day and .7 is a big deal. Is the gearing in the G37 really better? Is that an established fact? Will the powerband really be more 1/4 mile friendly?

335 - 340HP from a 3.7L VQ V6? First off, it would have to rev high, likely above 7000 RPM in order to achieve that. Either that, or use some new technologies on the engine. Also, that number would be embarassing for Nissan's 4.5L VK V8 engine, which has around the same output. That is of course, unless Nissan is planning an all-new V8 soon, which I highly doubt.

335 - 340HP from a 3.7L VQ V6? First off, it would have to rev high, likely above 7000 RPM in order to achieve that. Either that, or use some new technologies on the engine. Also, that number would be embarassing for Nissan's 4.5L VK V8 engine, which has around the same output. That is of course, unless Nissan is planning an all-new V8 soon, which I highly doubt.

Im not going to speculate on HP, 1/4 mile times, 0-60, etc., but I will say this, I wouldnt be suprised to see this engine rev to 7k. The current VQHR revs to 6,800, so I would thinkg 7,000 is feasible. As for a new V8, I will not speculate here either, but it seems about the right time for a new one - remember, many people also doubted the new coupe would get a 3.7L.

have they release officla pictures yet?

have they release officla pictures yet?

Nope, no official pics will be released until the NYIAS.

Comparing it to a M3 really isn't fair. It's not the same car.

There are several factors make the M3 different than the G35 sedan as far as 1/4 mile times. Some of these are:

HP/Weight ratio
Traction (weight distribution =/ traction)
Gearing
Tires
Drag

I have been to the track a lot in my day and .7 is a big deal. Is the gearing in the G37 really better? Is that an established fact? Will the powerband really be more 1/4 mile friendly?

first off, i was referring to the g37... apologies for any confusion.
having said that, both the g37 and m3 will likely have similar weight...and although the whp is likely to be similar, the g will torquier (sp?) due to engine design differences. regardless, hp wins races and i expect the g37 to easily match the s54d m3.

regarding tires, id say the G comes with competent tires.. and the car is far from a brick- i wouldnt be surprised if it werent more aerodynamic than the e46. on launching , the FM platform isnt a bad platform and on its own with 280whp in a Z/G can rival an M3 in terms of acceleration... and the FM platform has allegedly been significantly stiffened in the G37.

I wouldnt be suprised to see this engine rev to 7k. The current VQHR revs to 6,800, so I would thinkg 7,000 is feasible. As for a new V8, I will not speculate here either, but it seems about the right time for a new one - remember, many people also doubted the new coupe would get a 3.7L.

the move is only a surprise since the introduction of the vq35hr... no one really thought theyd still do a 3.7L car so quick after just releasing the 3.5L HR. that the engine was coming wasnt a huge surprise though- nissan had trademarked the names g37/m37/fx37 some time ago.

FYI the VQ35HR revs clean to 7,500rpm and delivers roughly 265whp in stock trim, with single exhaust. the final drive is a very lazy 3.5:1. there's no reason why a 3.7L version of the engine with dual exhaust (99% likely based on the fact that even the 2.5L altima has dual exhaust..and the new G sedan has equal length headers+dual exhaust) can't do 280whp+. And if they decide to step up the gearing (to be as aggressive as the vq35de nonrevup was, on a relative basis), cars like the E46 M3 won't be able to match it on the open...

http://www.nissannews.com/multimedia/infiniti2007/800px/07_sedan_13.jpg

My 2 cents, as the speculative posts and mag racing is cute :)
I not only drag my GS, I help HOST drag events twice a year
http://www.southeasttrackday.com/
So here are real world results at the best 1/4 mile track in GA.
1st gen G35s do high 13s to mid 14s in the 1/4
We just had a 2nd gen come out to the last one, doing high 13s to low 14s in the 1/4.
M46 M3s, mid to low 14s in the 1/4 mile
IS 350s, low to high 13s in the 1/4. We just had a STOCK IS 350 do the 1/4 mile in 13.4 seconds at 103 mph! We were shocked.

With the track, your first run is more than likely going to be your best, its early (cooler), hopefully you prepped the tires (warmed them up) and your engine is coolest. An automatic is going to be easier to launch as well, especially to those of us who are not semi-professional drivers.

The mag racing and speculative results seem to be best conditions, best car used.

As for my, my GS 430 feels slow in comparison:( my best run in my new GS 430 is 14.5 at 98 mph in the 1/4 mile...Amazingly the IS 350 is a full second FASTER!! I've raced them side by side and seen my newer, smaller brother car whoop my behind!!!!

Last fall, I hooked up the East Coast AMGers to come. Mercedes even brought a E63 and CLS 63 out there.

The E55s, as stated on the internet, were faster in the 1/4 than the E63. E55 in low 12s, E63 in mid 12s.

Just when we thought INFINITI was going to add refinement, instead they choose more vibration by enlarging the already not too refine VQ. However, I just test drove the new Altima 2.5s AND IT IS VERY REFINE and Drives more like a coupe. There is still slight vibration from engine upon throttle dipin, but smooths out and pulls cleanly and makes nice noise towards redline. Camrys 2.4L was much noisier in comparison.
I won't speculate on the new engine's refinement yet but I will say Nissan has a big challenge. The SKYLINE in Japan is a huge name, and people have high expectations for it. Thus, it has to remain a little "rough" b/c that is what they want in Japan. However in America, it is a luxury badged car, so it has to provide what luxury car owners want. Its a tough blend with one car but I think they can pull it off again.

Case in point, the Brembo's. The JDM guys loved them in Japan, true race bred brakes. Of course the enthusiasts loved them here in America but enthusiasts makes up the minority of G35 sales (and most luxury car sales). People in America that were not enthusiasts were complaining they wore to quick and were too aggressive. Thus Nissan dropped them here, b/c the majority had spoken.

I am sure this engine will eventually make its way into other Nissan products.

30whp with a better powerband and gearing can definitely give you 7 tenths on the 1320'

regardless i agree with all your numbers but think the trap speed will be a few mph more.

to put it another way, at 280whp with good torque i expect it to relatively match the e46 m3 in terms of acceleration...

Ya, I just don't think it'll have a better powerband. The powerband on the G has been getting worse as they revise the engine. The added displacement (and if they add DI) will help, but as mentioned it will not be surprising to me if this car revs well past 7k, and required 5k of those to hit peak torque. But ya, I guess we'll see. Maybe it'll run 12's. :D

Oh, and the guys talking about track time; you guys aren't the only ones that track your cars. When we talk about magazine times we do it because 90% of people are going to look at those rather than tracking the cars themselves.

Regardless of whether it runs low 13s or not, it is impressive Nissan is adding that much more hp in its 2nd generation car. It seems that they are definitely going the more performance oriented route. Too bad they chose more displacement rather than a turbo motor. Oh well, I guess we will have to wait for the GTR. It would've been nice to see a Turbo version of the G to compete with the 335i however (in the same price range as the current G).

Infiniti.....I respect what you guys are doing. More power to an already beautiful car. Another reason to look forward to the NY auto show. Though in all honesty I'll probably spend about 5 minutes at the Infiniti booth. Too much to see that day.:D

FYI the VQ35HR revs clean to 7,500rpm and delivers roughly 265whp in stock trim, with single exhaust. the final drive is a very lazy 3.5:1. there's no reason why a 3.7L version of the engine with dual exhaust (99% likely based on the fact that even the 2.5L altima has dual exhaust..and the new G sedan has equal length headers+dual exhaust) can't do 280whp+. And if they decide to step up the gearing (to be as aggressive as the vq35de nonrevup was, on a relative basis), cars like the E46 M3 won't be able to match it on the open...

http://www.nissannews.com/multimedia/infiniti2007/800px/07_sedan_13.jpg

I know it revs that high, but my post was in response to another and I think the other person was referring to peak power rpms; I know I was anyway.

Enter the rumormill: 500HP Infiniti G37 twin-turbo on tap for 2010
Posted Mar 13th 2007 2:57PM by John Neff
Filed under: Coupes, Sports/GTs, Infiniti

May we first present to you a grain of salt, which you should take with what we're about to say. A

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Oh yeah, the dealer is expecting a G37 convertible in 2009. You may now exit the rumormill.

http://www.autoblog.com/2007/03/13/enter-the-rumormill-500hp-infiniti-g37-twin-turbo-on-tap-for-20/


The info for this article came from Freshalloy? Then you can pretty much take it as false... unless its info coming from the 240sx section, 99% of the members on that site are a bunch of kids and wannabes.

340hp in a RWD coupe would be nice though. IF it truly makes that much power (350zs don't make 300hp for instance) and doesnt weigh a billion pounds, then it would be a pretty nice DD. Would give my current Nissan DD a run for its money, on low boost of course. Keep it at $30k ish? That'd be even better. Might be on my list of cars to get when I graduate next year.

That's a good point actually - will it be closer to 30k or 40k? I'm splitting the difference and saying ~$34,995 MSRP. :)

massive bargain over the 335 coupe, looks a million times better, more hp stock

massive bargain over the 335 coupe, looks a million times better, more hp stock

:agree: Yes sir!! $35K doesn't sound to bad. Inifiniti IMO has the best looking coupe on the market for under 50K new. I'll be looking forward to the new interior to match the already fine exterior.

Are you guys guessing a base price of ~$35k? Im guessing it will start more around $36.5-37 and hit $41-42k loaded. The current G coupe, when new was going for right around $40k; Im sure this new one would have to cost a little more.

Are you guys guessing a base price of ~$35k? Im guessing it will start more around $36.5-37 and hit $41-42k loaded. The current G coupe, when new was going for right around $40k; Im sure this new one would have to cost a little more.

I am guessing the new Coupe will start at $35-36k. Much like the updated Sedan, I am thinking only a marginal increase in price will happen (3-4%). Of course we are talking base models here too. Even with a 3.7L in it, I don't think Infiniti will price the Coupe significantly higher than the 07 model. Time will tell.

Really? Last I checked the original G35 coupes started at $28k or so? Or did that price recently go WAY up?

Really? Last I checked G35 coupes started at $28k or so? Or did that price recently go WAY up?

The last generation was very cheap, starting at $28k. The new sedan I believe starts at $31k.

Their pricing is very aggressive still, I think the G35 sedan now trumps the TL as the best "Value" in this class.

Current Coupe starts at 33k

Really? Last I checked G35 coupes started at $28k or so? Or did that price recently go WAY up?

I dont believe the G Coupe ever started that low. Maybe you're mistaken with the 350Z? I know base they start around $28k and have since the beginning.

I guess if you mean 13.4-13.5 as low 13's. 30hp will not net you 7/10ths of a second in the 1/4 mile. A very clear example of that is any car with a turbo. Take a turbo car and chip it to add 30hp; unless it weighs 1500lbs it isn't going to get even half a second from that sort of gain. There are a ton of real world examples of this.

In my old G coupe I'd added every bolt on I could find; net result was 21hp/25tq, and my 1/4 mile time was ~0.2-0.3 better with traps 4mph higher. Heck, in my current car people are adding *80hp/90tq* and getting 5/10ths-7/10ths.

It's impossible to predict, but since we're trying. I'll say 330hp/300lb/ft of torque, manufacturer rating of 5.0s (Infiniti is aggressive with those) to 60mph. C/D will pull a 4.8-4.9s (maybe a 4.7) and a 13.3-13.5 1/4 mile @ 104mph.


Yes, in other words, mid-to-low 13's.

Ofcourse, im being optimistic.

It's highly possible, but like you stated, impossible to predict.

We should find out shortly.

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The last generation was very cheap, starting at $28k. The new sedan I believe starts at $31k.

Their pricing is very aggressive still, I think the G35 sedan now trumps the TL as the best "Value" in this class.

The coupe never started at 28k. The previous gen sedan in the very beginning started at around 29ish fully stripped with no sunroof, etc.

If the interior is close to this concept interior, Infiniti nailed the hammer on this one. Dealerhip contacts say the center stack it iwll be like the sedan but more "inclined". I think the interior center stack for the sedan is deent..FAR better than the previous model, but still lacks finesse cuz of the big knobs etc.

Im hoping this new G coupe interior takes on the concept interior. Besides, to me it looks production ready for the most part.

I would be surprised if the coupe didn't have the sedan's interior exactly.

If the interior is close to this concept interior, Infiniti nailed the hammer on this one. Dealerhip contacts say the center stack it iwll be like the sedan but more "inclined". I think the interior center stack for the sedan is deent..FAR better than the previous model, but still lacks finesse cuz of the big knobs etc.

Im hoping this new G coupe interior takes on the concept interior. Besides, to me it looks production ready for the most part.

I would say that that concept interior is pretty representative of the production car's if only in the broad strokes. It won't have gauges like the concept interiors, and the sterring wheel will likely be a variant of what's in the G sedan. Also, the amount of chrome will likelybe toned-down. But I expect it will be this swoopy in production form.

I would say that that concept interior is pretty representative of the production car's if only in the broad strokes. It won't have gauges like the concept interiors, and the sterring wheel will likely be a variant of what's in the G sedan. Also, the amount of chrome will likelybe toned-down. But I expect it will be this swoopy in production form.

If so, this is good thing. :thumbup: :thumbup:

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/FirstDrives/articleId=120061#8

I have mixed feelings about its new styling, but its performance seems very impressive... 330 HP & 14 Inch Rotors.


Opinions?

that's one sweet ride, I'm sure C&D will continue to proclaim the 335i is still the best, even while it's overheating.

Hmmm I like the current style better guess this one will grow on me........

But anytime the going gets twisty and you're driving in the upper reaches of the power band, the G will leave the 3 Series in its wake with better top-end punch and a more performance-focused chassis.:eek2::eek2:

http://a332.g.akamai.net/f/332/936/12h/www.edmunds.com//media/roadtests/firstdrive/2008/infiniti.g37.coupe/08.infiniti.g37.f34.500.jpg
http://a332.g.akamai.net/f/332/936/12h/www.edmunds.com//media/roadtests/firstdrive/2008/infiniti.g37.coupe/08.infiniti.g37.r34.500.jpg
http://a332.g.akamai.net/f/332/936/12h/www.edmunds.com//media/roadtests/firstdrive/2008/infiniti.g37.coupe/08.infiniti.g37.int.500.jpg

The exterior doesn't look as sporty as I would like but the interior and 330hp is pretty good.


More pics and info here:http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/FirstDrives/articleId=120061#4

:eek2::eek2:

Lol the bmw fanboys are not going to like that one

WTF????? I thought the concept was WAY nicer :cry: HUGE letdown.

Edit : I may go to the NY Auto Show again this year to check it out
in person and make a better judgement...

http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/2007_new_york/0703_2008_infiniti_g37_coupe/


automobile mag

Infiniti has set its sights squarely at BMW, and the new G37 is a shot that hits the 3-series square in its Angel Eyes
:thumbup:

I hope they come out with a "sport" bodykit because for the expected money...this one looks like a$$. I prefer the sharper edged look of the last model over this bubbly one.

I've got to say, like the sedan, the specs are nice (even nicer with the upped power) but man, that car is ugly. Especially in comparison to the classic 1st gen.

WTF????? I thought the concept was WAY nicer :cry: HUGE letdown.

Edit : I may go to the NY Auto Show again this year to check it out
in person and make a better judgement...
Judging just from the pics from Edmunds & Automobilemag, I think the current G35 coupe looks nicer overall too, & especially the rear.
The performance sounds pretty tempting though, & I think I still like it more than the E92 3 series coupe overall already . . .

I guess Infiniti is the first major japanese company to come out with a car that can actually hang with the BMW's 3-series.

Didn't Nissan already try and fail with the 4 wheel steering on the 300zx? Why would they want to bring it back for the G37? That changes all the dynamics of the vehicle!!!:egads:

I don't think I am imagining things... The treatment on the concept tail lights
and exhausts was MUCH better. The wheels are also pure aggression. The
new G37 is a clumsy evolution of the current design. :sad:

Just another example of an auto maker "playing it safe".

Infiniti I believe is figuring out a way to dethrone the Mighty 3 the performance is there.

Im not sure how i feel about the redesign. As of yet, i dont like it as much as the current coupe, but the initial pictures of the sedan werent that great either. Now, the sedan looks very appealing. These glossy pics make it look really good though

http://www.leftlanenews.com/infiniti-g37-coupe.html

Kinda difficult to top such a great first gen design. IMO the exterior is nowhere near as aggressive as the first gen or the concept (and I wasnt even a big fan of the concept car either, but it clearly looked better than this). They replaced the sharp aggressive lines with feminine like curves. Its nice (mediocre), but the front lower fascia is KILLING the entire front end for me. It just doesnt seem to flow with the rest of the car. And for some reason it has a tall stance.

Tons of folks will love it though, and I'm sure its performance will make people forgive/forget that it doesnt look as good as the last gen. The stats do look awsome. +24hp and +2lb-tq increase with a flatter torque curve sounds really promising. :thumbup:

And the interior is about 30times better than the first gen. :thumbup:

Cant believe I actually prefer the sedans design over the coupe.

.......................................i like this picture a lot

Like many have said, this one is a poor evolution.

damn whyd they make the front like the IS, concept was way better

Track Video

http://www.automobilemag.com/multimedia/video/0703_2008_infiniti_g37_coupe/

It looks good in these pics. The one thing that needs to be changed is the front bumper. The concept front bumper looked alot better

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v600/IvoryGT/Coupe%2008/2-2008-infiniti-g37-coupe.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v600/IvoryGT/Coupe%2008/1-2008-infiniti-g37-coupe.jpg

very happy about the vastly improved interior and nice power upgrade (still 7500rpm!) but the exterior is definitely a mixed bag. The test track shots make the car looks like shiz but the glossy ones do it much more justice.

This just might be like the case with the bmw 335i coupe. I thought the front of the car was eh from the pics but wanted to test out the engine and after test driving the car and seeing it in person, it grew on me alot. In the week since the 335i test drive, I have seriously been wrestling with leasing a 335i coupe with bmw promotional leasing rate and doing the Euro delivery. Now thanks to the fortunately unveiling of the G37, I will hold off deciding until August and just stick with my GS430 in the meantime :(.

p.s., the G37 better blow my socks off (both in looks, and driving feel) cause thats the only way it'll make me decide against a Vishnu tuned 400hp/450ft/lb 335i sport! ...Either that or a 10k price advantage ;)

Well those pics are certainly nicer, though the front end is just dowdy and the side is straight-up Altima. Seems like this will be a car that will have to be beholden in real life, though the general consensus on the G35 forums is already to keep their G35 coupes or just skip to the 335i.

wow I thought Infiniti would get this right from looking at those concept pics...it's alright, but something just isn't right...dang

Track Video

http://www.automobilemag.com/multimedia/video/0703_2008_infiniti_g37_coupe/

Looks better in motion :)

Having owned an '04 G35 coupe and currently own a '06 G35 coupe. The new styling is a bit disappointing - seems confused and mixed compared to the concept. Theres a reason why some of you like it - its "Lexus-Like" - Infiniti has loss its identity and reverted towards the IS350 market hoping to pickup some customers from Lexus.. As much as I want to love the new G37 - its just hard to see Infiniti in this car...I'll leave my final judgment until I see this car in person.......It should be in dealerships this August...

First it was the 306 hp...now the 10 spokes?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v600/IvoryGT/Coupe%2008/2-2008-infiniti-g37-coupe.jpg
http://chrispoblete.com/gallery/albums/DAS07/IMG_5933.sized.jpg
http://chrispoblete.com/gallery/albums/DAS07/IMG_5891.sized.jpg

i believed nobodies mentioned this but with infiniti struggling to keep up in the MPG war also. With the increase in the 3.7 i bet this thing will avg less than 20 MPG. with that being the case i think infiniti has to price this coupe more on the premium side to attack the market for those who can afford to pump.

i believed nobodies mentioned this but with infiniti struggling to keep up in the MPG war also. With the increase in the 3.7 i bet this thing will avg less than 20 MPG. with that being the case i think infiniti has to price this coupe more on the premium side to attack the market for those who can afford to pump.

Very Good point..

Didn't Nissan already try and fail with the 4 wheel steering on the 300zx? Why would they want to bring it back for the G37? That changes all the dynamics of the vehicle!!!:egads:

The GT-R does pretty well with its HICAS 4 wheel steering........

Am I the only one who likes the new look?

i believed nobodies mentioned this but with infiniti struggling to keep up in the MPG war also. With the increase in the 3.7 i bet this thing will avg less than 20 MPG. with that being the case i think infiniti has to price this coupe more on the premium side to attack the market for those who can afford to pump.

maybe, maybe not...

The biggest news about the engine, however, is that it is the world's first application of Nissan's VVEL (Variable Valve Event and Lift) technology..... By having infinite control over both valve lift and timing, Nissan was able to flatten the VQ's torque curve at both the bottom and top of the rpm range. The result is that while the 3.7-liter's 270 lb-ft peak torque is only 2 lb-ft higher than the 3.5-liter's, the curve shows improvements of about six percent down low and four percent up high.....And as a result of VVEL, it should beat the 3.5-liter's EPA fuel economy ratings. Now that's progress.

But it did gain some weight and the EPA MPG ratings have been revised for 2008.


http://www.automobilemag.com/auto_shows/2007_new_york/0703_2008_infiniti_g37_coupe/

I think this new G37 is ok looking car. The first gen G35 was a nice surprise and it looked amazingly good for that price range. Probably the best looking coupe under 90K. This new one tho, having a hard time trying to match the previous gen.

Am I the only one who likes the new look?
No, I can't say I don't like it, just that the current G35 coupe looks a lot better, so it's disappointment. Still, the improved performance & the nicer interior may eventually convince me to trade for the new one a couple years down the road (I don't buy first year models BTW). I hope it will look better in person & will grow on me . . .

BTW, I think there may be a reason the IS hardtop convertible/coupe are delayed, I think Lexus may already have anticipated a G37 & realize they can't just throw in the current sedan's 3.5 V6 as is, they need to step up again to look good with the new competition from Infinti & BMW . . .

No, I can't say I don't like it, just that the current G35 coupe looks a lot better, so it's disappointment. Still, the improved performance & the nicer interior may eventually convince me to trade for the new one a couple years down the road (I don't buy first year models BTW). I hope it will look better in person & will grow on me . . .

BTW, I think there may be a reason the IS hardtop convertible/coupe are delayed, I think Lexus may already have anticipated a G37 & realize they can't just throw in the current sedan's 3.5 V6 as is, they need to step up again to look good with the new competition from Infinti & BMW . . .

If you notice, the IS' 3.5 has more torque than the G's 3.7 (probably due tu higher compression + direct injection)... The current rev limit is what? 6600? Bump that to 7500 and it on

First it was the 306 hp...now the 10 spokes?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v600/IvoryGT/Coupe%2008/2-2008-infiniti-g37-coupe.jpg
http://chrispoblete.com/gallery/albums/DAS07/IMG_5933.sized.jpg
http://chrispoblete.com/gallery/albums/DAS07/IMG_5891.sized.jpg

haha

the similarity in the wheels was one of the first things I noticed

First it was the 306 hp...now the 10 spokes?


Yes, I'm so sure they "copied" the amount of horsepower from IS350. It's too bad this car has 330 hp.

And are you seriously going to say they copied the 10 spoke design? Honestly? Especially when the Coupe Concept had the exact same wheel design a year ago?

http://eur.news1.yimg.com/eur.yimg.com/xp/naiaspic/20060113/14/290353415.jpg

Seriously now.

I think we should look at the potential: a nice lower body kit to even out the curvy round body uptop, a nice drop, and more aggressive staggered wheels and it will make a nice car :thumbup:

however stock :thumbdn:

Yes, I'm so sure they "copied" the amount of horsepower from IS350. It's too bad this car has 330 hp.

And are you seriously going to say they copied the 10 spoke design? Honestly? Especially when the Coupe Concept had the exact same wheel design a year ago?

http://eur.news1.yimg.com/eur.yimg.com/xp/naiaspic/20060113/14/290353415.jpg

Seriously now.The Infiniti concept coupe rim is 9-spokes ;)

but I agree with you, I don't buy this copy thing . . .

Holy crap, I was gonna post how much I hated it until I saw the vid. Car does look much better in motion and sounds nice too!

Yes, I'm so sure they "copied" the amount of horsepower from IS350. It's too bad this car has 330 hp.

And are you seriously going to say they copied the 10 spoke design? Honestly? Especially when the Coupe Concept had the exact same wheel design a year ago?

http://eur.news1.yimg.com/eur.yimg.com/xp/naiaspic/20060113/14/290353415.jpg

Seriously now.

1-those are different

2-they look like the rims on the LF-C concept :p

Yes, I'm so sure they "copied" the amount of horsepower from IS350. It's too bad this car has 330 hp.

And are you seriously going to say they copied the 10 spoke design? Honestly? Especially when the Coupe Concept had the exact same wheel design a year ago?

http://eur.news1.yimg.com/eur.yimg.com/xp/naiaspic/20060113/14/290353415.jpg

Seriously now.

The LF-A v.1 concept was first introduced in 2005, a year prior to the G Coupe Concept. Everyone copies each other. It is what it is. Seriously. :) :dunno:

http://www.avto2005.com/img/gallery2/71/Lexus%20LFA%20Concept/b425.jpg
http://www.avto2005.com/img/gallery2/71/Lexus%20LFA%20Concept/b437.jpg

BTW, I think there may be a reason the IS hardtop convertible/coupe are delayed, I think Lexus may already have anticipated a G37 & realize they can't just throw in the current sedan's 3.5 V6 as is, they need to step up again to look good with the new competition from Infinti & BMW . . .

i agree. the IS coupe should be sported out. i bet the IS-F is a pretty good handling car and probably better than the IS350 by a margin, so by taking some of its suspension component and putting it in the coupe then we'll be talking. in terms of HP i dont know how lexus will approach it. they have to improve on the IS350 somehow. they could go the route of the hybrid option but that could defeat some of its sportiness appeal. they could also retune the 3.5 and just kick it up another 10 hp by changing the minor components. either way i expect a 7k which perfectly situates the coupe in between the IS350 and IS-F. not to mention it'll be half the price of the SC430.

The LF-A v.1 concept was first introduced in 2005, a year prior to the G Coupe Concept. Everyone copies each other. There's always going to be similarities. :) :dunno:

http://www.motorauthority.com/wp-content/uploads/Nissan/g35/Resize_of_02_coupe_concept.jpg
http://www.avto2005.com/img/gallery2/71/Lexus%20LFA%20Concept/b425.jpg
http://clublexus.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=101304&stc=1&d=1174413582
http://www.avto2005.com/img/gallery2/71/Lexus%20LFA%20Concept/b437.jpg

Zomg -.-

http://www.avto2005.com/img/gallery2/71/Lexus%20LFA%20Concept/b425.jpg
http://www.canadiandriver.com/news/02images/fx45_1.jpg
FX Concept, from a really long time ago. (2002) Note how the Coupe Concept apes the straight spokes of the FX, not the twisting spokes of the LF-A.

http://www.musclecarclub.com/other-cars/classic/ford-model-t/images/ford-model-t-1a.jpg

THEY BOTH HAVE FOUR WHEELS!!!

:P

This is where everyone starts analyzing the 0-60 times ,1/4, my car is still faster, .2 faster, no! .4 faster, etc..... :D :D Car looks hot and I am sure it will be a fantastic little Coupe. I have no plans on buying one, but many here are probably shaking the piggy bank. Infiniti is on a nice roll with the G series.

i believed nobodies mentioned this but with infiniti struggling to keep up in the MPG war also. With the increase in the 3.7 i bet this thing will avg less than 20 MPG. with that being the case i think infiniti has to price this coupe more on the premium side to attack the market for those who can afford to pump.

And I believe you did not read the whole article, as GFerg pointed out. Also, as GFerg pointed out there were EPA MPG revisions and I do believe that many Lexus vehicles went down in MPG. So, if I may ask the question, exactly which MPG war are they struggling to keep up with? I think for the class its MPG should now be very competitive.

I am with many others, however, the styling is a bit of a shock and not in a good way. That rear end looks virtually untouched, aside from the wing and the front is just ok. The interior, while it may be of better quality, as many sedan owners have mentioned, its still boring! It almost seems that Nissan/Infiniti were so hung up on the performance aspect they forgot about some others...

And I believe you did not read the whole article, as GFerg pointed out. Also, as GFerg pointed out there were EPA MPG revisions and I do believe that many Lexus vehicles went down in MPG. So, if I may ask the question, exactly which MPG war are they struggling to keep up with? I think for the class its MPG should now be very competitive.


you are correct i did not read that article i read the edmunds article... the MPG struggle being that the G is still last in its in class in fuel efficiency. i think every car's MPG went down in the revision not just Lexus' so that point is still moot cuz the scale just moved laterally. but theres no point in bickering over something so trivial because we wont know wassup until the official numbers are out. However i do believe the coupe will not beat out the sedans MPG. or else what is the incentive is still selling the g sedan when a better engine is out.

That is so ugly. Back looks exactly like the current model.

It's not ugly, but it definately is unoriginal and uninspiring.

Infiniti does sooo much marketing talking about design (such as "the brushstroke"), and now that we're seeing their products, I have to ask:

"Where are the original breathtaking designs?"

However i do believe the coupe will not beat out the sedans MPG. or else what is the incentive is still selling the g sedan when a better engine is out.

It has four doors. There's an AWD option.

Personally, I think the G37 coupe will be more of a threat to the IS350 sedan than the G35 sedan.
If I think I need a sedan, it would be for practical reasons, i.e. be able to have back seat passengers ride in it in comfort for long trips. I would be looking at the G35 sedan (mid-size) & not even cross shopping it with the IS350 sedan(compact). However, I would cross shop the G37 coupe with the IS350 sedan.

Can someone post pics of the new Altima coupe, and the 2 generations of G35 coupes together?
The concept flowed much better. This looks like
1. Take the M45/G35 sedan face
2. Slap it on the side of the ALtima coupe
3. Keep the rear the same as the previous gen (did the designers give up)?

Think back to when we saw pics of the first G35 coupe back in 2002. EVERYONE was like "wow" or that is beautiful. Reading a few different forums, the reaction is not even close to the first one.

I must say it looks like the HARDWARE is there, 330hp and a chassis that might be better than the 335.:thumbup: :thumbup:

Styling wise, I am very very underwhelmed. Styling was a HUGE selling point for this car before. You take the styling away, and I don't know what to think.

Styling was a HUGE selling point for this car before. You take the styling away, and I don't know what to think.

I agree with this. Take away styling, give it a superb powertrain and a superb chassis to match and what do you have...? A Bimmer??? haha

I should clarify though that I am not hating on Bimmers in any way, shape, or form. I personally like BMW just not the fact that as of late all of their cars seemingly are all starting to look alike. Im a huge fan of the E46 and E39 BUT, the newer ones just have not grown on me.

Alot of people thought the the initial pictures of the 07 G35 sedan were ugly and that it looked exactly the same as the previous generation. Now that more people have seen it from different angles and in person, their opinions totally changed. I bet the pictures currently dont do this car justice. Like i said, those glossy pictures make it look really good. They should have kept the concept front bumper though. Also, if it can outhandle the 335i, infiniti sure accomplished something. I believe this car will sell better than the current coupe. Something that kept people from buying the current coupe was the interior. But now, the interior looks and feels great.

3. Keep the rear the same as the previous gen (did the designers give up)?.The new tail lights look much worse to me . . .

More competition:

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/FirstDrives/articleId=120061#8

I don't know if you guys have seen this but this seems to be the final look of the G37
http://www.topspeed.com/cars/infiniti/inifiti-g37-ar30037.html

There's a thread about it in car chat.


http://clublexus.com/forums/showthread.php?t=270509

in 2IS why?

midlife crisis.

the interior is horrible. what's with the disconnected steering wheel / instrument cluster? maybe you can switch it out to fit your personal taste!

Infiniti G37.

I think it looks like poop. I love the first gen and this car just doesnt do it for me.

Here's another link: http://www.topspeed.com/cars/infiniti/inifiti-g37-ar30037.html

yeah not a fan of that car either. rather do the audi A5/S5

Looks like a Taurus to me.

I think the front kinda resembles an eclipse, weird lol

http://www.nissansportmag.com/images/831_G37-side_view_for_web.jpg

Looks like it has the chrome spoiler in this pic. Very much resembles the concept in this angle

Does anyone know if Nissan is still using the old SAE NET horsepower rating? (I know honda and toyota revised their hp ratings for the stricter ratings and hence, their numbers dropped) As far as I can tell, Nissan never changed their ratings...

Looks too much like the sedan and not like the concept renderings. I am glad I didn't wait for it.

I am a fan of the way the 1st gen G coupes, but man this 2nd gen is hideous. I contemplated waiting around till its release before buying my IS....soooo glad I didnt.

if you guys head over to e90post.com and read the reactions of them to the edmunds test, its all too predictable and funny. of course theres the usual ringer car and tampered 335i comments, but there are some that said that bmws were not designed for the track out of the box. i find that funny considering that the new ultimate driving machine is now an infiniti. just an omen for the upcoming GTR...

i think the current g35 looks better..

What a disappointment compared to the Coupe concept - which was so hot:

Concept:
http://ttd.cache.el-mundo.net/elmundomotor/especiales/2006/01/salondetroit/coches/infiniti/coupe_concept/g/4.jpg

Production:
http://www.autospies.com/images/users/Agent001/SNAG-0312.jpg

Man did the bean-counters at Nissan rip this one apart. What we have here is the Infiniti Altima Coupe unfortunately [look wise].

Does anyone know if Nissan is still using the old SAE NET horsepower rating? (I know honda and toyota revised their hp ratings for the stricter ratings and hence, their numbers dropped) As far as I can tell, Nissan never changed their ratings...

No, they are indeed using the new SAE ratings as I understand it.

Does anyone know if Nissan is still using the old SAE NET horsepower rating? (I know honda and toyota revised their hp ratings for the stricter ratings and hence, their numbers dropped) As far as I can tell, Nissan never changed their ratings...

Yes, Nissan has, as far as I can tell. When I was looking at the M35, the 2006 was advertised at 280hp, while the 2007s were at 275hp. Same engine from what I understand.

Now that I actually see the production new coupe, I am VERY happy that I didn't wait for this coupe.

I'm absolutely loving my 2IS 350 even better now because the fugly new G"37" coupe.

Infinity is really messed up on this new coupe. :cry:

I agree that the 1st gen looks better. If they somehow kept the concept look, it would've been 10x better.

http://www.nissansportmag.com/images/831_G37-side_view_for_web.jpg

This pic makes the car look a lot different imo. The lines look much more defined. I hope the real thing looks much more like this.

if you guys head over to e90post.com and read the reactions of them to the edmunds test, its all too predictable and funny. of course theres the usual ringer car and tampered 335i comments, but there are some that said that bmws were not designed for the track out of the box. i find that funny considering that the new ultimate driving machine is now an infiniti. just an omen for the upcoming GTR...

Ya, I hate that crap. Like they used a ringer... Anyway though, a lot of guys are giving props Infiniti for coming out with a car that will give the 335i a run even if we only have one review so far. Personally I'm psyched that Infiniti is pushing the bar with a track oriented suspension. The e90/e92 suspension is great, but with the rft's there is no question it's more a cruiser than a track burner. I don't know about the styling, it'll probably grow on me. I will reserve judgment until I see it in pics. Oh, did anyone else notice the weight?

FWIW, a little info for you guys that you may or may not find interesting. The 335i is supposed to come equipped with an external air to oil engine cooler that is located in the passenger side fender. All manual transmission cars, and all auto's with sport package are supposed to have this. For whatever reason (probably money or a part supply problem) BMW omitted this cooler from auto cars w/sport (which the Infiniti 335i test car was) built between June '06 and Dec '06. These cars run ~10C hotter on average, and are obviously more prone to overheating after much track flogging. BMW dropped the ball on that one, not sure if they will step up and fix it or pull a typical German arrogant "whatever" on it. Luckily though, a manual car or auto w/the cooler likely would not have overheated. There's going to be egg on BMWs face if a bunch of non-cooler equipped cars start dropping during mag testing though.

Oh, and for 1sicklex, from g35driver:

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/165/428953468_cc3f26739a_b.jpg

to me, the rear looks too stretched out.

old G35 coupe:
http://www.mgzhome.com/blog/images/data/i_g3505.jpg

versus new G37 coupe:
http://a332.g.akamai.net/f/332/936/12h/www.edmunds.com//media/roadtests/firstdrive/2008/infiniti.g37.coupe/08.infiniti.g37.act.3.500.jpg

And they increased the compression ratio to 11.0. That's getting closer to our range. I'm going to guess that the new G37 is going to be harder to boost.

More competition:

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/FirstDrives/articleId=120061#8As an Infiniti owner, please be reminded that Infinity only makes audio systems. :rolleyes:

Styling was a HUGE selling point for this car before. You take the styling away, and I don't know what to think.

I am not sure if the styling was the only selling point, IMHO, the 1st gen G35 drives very nice. I hate to admit it, but I think it drives nicer than my IS350.

actually, i don't think infiniti ever had an identity in the first place. I always thought their designs at bits and peices from all over the place. They need to realize that they are selling LUXURY sportscars, not just sportscars with a blend of luxury.

actually, i don't think infiniti ever had an identity in the first place. I always thought their designs at bits and peices from all over the place. They need to realize that they are selling LUXURY sportscars, not just sportscars with a blend of luxury.
They are in a tough position b/c this car is the highly revered Nissan Skyline in Japan, which is a sports car.

I am not sure if the styling was the only selling point, IMHO, the 1st gen G35 drives very nice. I hate to admit it, but I think it drives nicer than my IS350.
I didn't say it was the only selling point, I said it was a HUGE selling point. At this point, just give me the 335.
As an Infiniti owner, please be reminded that Infinity only makes audio systems. :rolleyes:
You cannot get mad at him, b/c the brand has not done their job. People remember how to spell highly desirable things.

People remember how to spell highly desirable things.

What's about Lesucks:D

I'm just kidding :p

Truthfully, I don't think the car looks as good as the old one. When the old coupe debuted, everyone, on every internet forum and chatroom...was pretty much astounded. The old coupe is basically regarded as one of the best looking cars in the last few years.

This? I just don't know. That picture of the rear shows some like 8 inches of ground clearance for some reason which looks really awkward. More than that, I just don't like the front end of the car. They need some foglights or something to make the lower front fascia look more...complete. It looks like a stripper model or something without fogs IMO. Aside from that, I just don't think the lines on this car look as good as the old one...plain and simple.

IMO, right now, in the rear end, G35 > G37 > IS
front, G35 = G37 ≈ IS

Interior, IS ≈ G35

Straight line, IS350 ≈ G37 > G35
Twisties, G35/37 > IS350

6 spd manual, G35/37 >> IS

rear room, G35 >> IS

Reliability IS > G35/37 (first yr model)
Value: G35 > IS

IMO, right now, in the rear end, G35 > G37 > IS
front, G35 = G37 ≈ IS

Interior, IS ≈ G35

Straight line, IS350 ≈ G37 > G35
Twisties, G35/37 > IS350

6 spd manual, G35/37 >> IS

rear room, G35 >> IS

Reliability IS > G35/37 (first yr model)
Value: G35 > IS

that sums it right up..except maybe for the interior part. Infiniti improved the interior for the G35, but the plastic still feels cheap compared to Lexus. Even my dad's old 93 camry feels better :sad:

IMO, right now, in the rear end, G35 > G37 > IS
front, G35 = G37 ≈ IS

Interior, IS ≈ G35

Straight line, IS350 ≈ G37 > G35
Twisties, G35/37 > IS350

6 spd manual, G35/37 >> IS

rear room, G35 >> IS

Reliability IS > G35/37 (first yr model)
Value: G35 > IS

Haha You're kidding right? Already starting this...?

My expectations for this coupe were quite low styling was, and yet Infiniti still managed to dissapoint. There is very little change styling-wise from the 1st gen to 2nd gen coupe, and yet they still somehow managed to make this new gen coupe look worse than the 1st gen.

Interior is same as the sedan basically.

The dynamics of the car will probably be very good, and the HP is certainly nice, but only 270 lb-ft? Even with a 0.2L displacement increase, and the addition of VVEL, this engine still makes less torque than the IS350, 335i, and even Acura's 3.7L V6. We have yet to see what the IS Coupe brings, as it could have a power increase from the IS350.

I'm also dissapointed Infiniti did not fix that awful-looking slab-sided rear bumper from the 1st gen.

A little teaser

http://img145.imageshack.us/img145/8476/myg37coupe2vd4.jpg

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man that looks amazing! great work! :thumbup: i wanna see one in a black!

.....Yawn...

A little teaser

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that looks nice.......

My version

Rear end, 06' G35 C > IS > 07' G35 Sedan ~ 03-05 G35 C > G35 Sedan

Front, IS > 07 G35/37 > 03-06 G35

Interior, IS > All infinitis

Straight line, IS350 ≈ G37 > G35

Twisties, G35/37 > IS350

6 spd manual, G35/37 >> IS

Rear room, G35 > IS > G35 C/G37 for obvious reasons

Reliability IS > G35/37 (Will probably hold up throughout this gen but Infiniti's reliability isnt shabby its just Lexus is superior)

Value: G35 > IS

Name brand/Bling factor Lexus > Infiniti

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Do you have a hi-res of this?

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http://www.clublexus.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=101437&stc=1&d=1174629997

Do you have a hi-res of this?
If I have, I would have posted it already ;) , sorry.

yay or nay on the chrome spoiler? nay for me

Nay. I don't like it on the sedan or this. Those pics Robarapta posted look better than the previous ones though.

The tailights remind me of the current Maxima stretched out a little and the Altima's remind's me of the tC. Overall I think the sedan looks better.

mixed on looks. i think the pics are just poor.

regarding performance, i gotta imagine it will outperform everything in class. itll probably edge out the 335i and walk from is350s and 07 G sedans.

IMHO Infiniti dropped the ball in the styling department..Looks like they are having an identity crisis...its definitely nothing to write home to mom about, though the 330hp should make it quite interesting....but at the same time the car has gained weight as well so Iam really interested in seeing some performance stats..there have been claims of 0-60 in 5.2...This looks more like a refresh than a new car!!!!!

The new G35 sedan still is not faster than an IS350. I'm also surprised that the G37 Coupe's (estimated) curb weight is 3682 lbs. This is a coupe, and yet it weighs more than the IS350, 335i sedan, and even more than the G35 sedan.

Usually, a coupe is supposed to weigh less than it's sedan counterpart. So while it has more power than a G35 sedan, it's also heavier, and still lacks torque compared to the 335i and IS350. Edmund's made mention of the lack of torque.

I messed around on Paint for a second, and think that the incorporation of fog lights actually DRASTICALLY helps the front end. It looks a lot like the front end of a CLS now, with the fogs. Whatta you guys think?

I messed around on Paint for a second, and think that the incorporation of fog lights actually DRASTICALLY helps the front end. It looks a lot like the front end of a CLS now, with the fogs. Whatta you guys think?


I appreciate your attempt but that is not better. In fact, none of the photoshops anyone has done are better than what's really there.

There is a new series of photos going around which looks tons better than the first shots we saw. Based on those I think Inifiniti did a fine job of bringing the concept to production.

http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/112_0705_2008_infiniti_g37/index.html

PRESS RELEASE:

AT A GLANCE: INFINITI G37 COUPE

The all-new 2008 Infiniti G37 Coupe, which makes its world debut at the 2007 New York International Auto Show, combines the exhilarating performance, stunning styling and modern, sporty interior of the original Infiniti G Coupe, accelerating each to new levels. The new, second generation G Coupe is set to arrive at Infiniti retailers nationwide in August 2007.

Leading the enhancements to the G37 Coupe is the first-ever application of the new 3.7-litre V6 engine with VVEL (for Variable Valve Event and Lift). Estimated at 330 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque, the VQ37VHR contains approximately 35 percent unique parts content from the new VQ35HR engine introduced in the 2007 G35 Sedan last year.

Along with utilising a larger displacement than the previous 3.5-litre powerplant, the VVEL system combines hydraulic-controlled variable valve timing and electronically controlled variable valve lift on the intake side, helping to improve not only performance and response but also emissions and fuel efficiency. Overall vehicle fuel economy improvements are estimated to be nearly one mpg better than the G35 Sedan and nearly two mpg better than the previous generation G35 Coupe (actual EPA ratings will be announced at a later date).

The engine is backed by a choice of an upgraded electronically controlled 5-speed automatic transmission with available paddle shifters or a significantly revised and more refined 6-speed manual transmission.

The G37 Coupe's enhanced platform and chassis also includes an available advanced 4-Wheel Active Steer system (4WAS), which helps improve vehicle handling performance by adjusting both the front steering gear ratios and the rear suspension geometry according to steering input and vehicle speed. Braking and handling is targeted to be among the best in the luxury sport coupe class.

All of these advanced performance systems are wrapped in an all-new seductive skin. The G37 Coupe exterior design features flowing front fender curves, a wave-style hood, smooth front fascia with Infiniti's signature double-arch grille and L-shaped headlights. The side character line and side sills, as well as large wheel and tyre packages transmit an added sense of power and vibrancy.

Inside, Infiniti-levels of craftsmanship are apparent throughout the all-new interior design, including the use of unique materials and finishes with traditional Japanese design cues. The new G Coupe also includes an extensive list of available technological features – a touch screen navigation system with XM® NavTraffic™ real-time traffic function, RearView Monitor and an available 11-speaker Infiniti "Studio on Wheels"™ by Bose® audio system with 24-bit Burr Brown DAC, 3-way door speaker arrays with 10-inch woofers and a 9.3-gigabyte Music Box hard drive.

Highlights of the 2008 Infiniti G37 Coupe include:

Body
· All-new exterior design, featuring seductive and muscular shapes, including flowing front fender lines with low silhouette roofline, strong side character lines and side sills, wave-form hood Aggressive zero-lift front end styling with smooth front fascia, integrated fog lamps and double-arch grille

· Infiniti signature L-shape High Intensity Discharge (HID) bi-xenon headlights, available Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS)

· Large LED Infiniti G-style taillights, large trunk opening and available integrated RearView Monitor

· Standard rear underbody air diffusers

· Large diameter dual exhaust outlets with chrome finishers

· New 18-inch or 19-inch wheel and tyre packages

· Unique front fascia and side sills on G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT

· Available rear spoiler on G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT model, achieving zero rear lift

· Available sliding glass moonroof with tilt and one-touch open/close feature

· Available heated outside mirrors

· Eight exterior colours available

Engine and Driveline
· New 3.7-litre VVEL 24-valve DOHC V6 producing an estimated 330 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque

· Variable Valve Event and Lift (VVEL) intake camshafts, incorporated with the Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS), allows for 7500 rpm redline

· Ram air dual intake, equal length exhaust manifold and dual exhaust system with laser-welded rear mufflers produce an authentic performance sound

· Choice of electronically controlled 5-speed automatic transmission with Downshift Rev Matching and quick-shift DS mode and ASC (Adaptive Shift Control), or newly revised close-ratio lightweight 6-speed manual transmission

· Rear Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD) on G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT model

Suspension, Steering and Braking
· Enhanced FM platform, 36 percent stiffer than previous generation, lower in overall height, with increased front and rear track width

· 4-wheel independent multi-link suspension (front single pivot double-wishbone design) with extensive use of lightweight aluminium components and large front and rear stabiliser bars

· Power-assisted twin-orifice vehicle-speed-sensitive rack-and-pinion steering

· Exclusive Infiniti 4-Wheel Active Steer (4WAS) (available on G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT model) – includes unique chassis configuration, adjustable geometry rear suspension and automatically variable front steering ratio

· Standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)

· 4-wheel power-assisted vented disc brakes, 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)

· G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT model brakes feature 14-inch rotors with 4-piston front callipers and 13.8-inch rotors with 2-piston callipers rear with "Infiniti" lettering

· Available Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) with Preview Braking

· Standard "split 5-spoke" 18x8-inch aluminium alloy wheel design with 225/50VR18 all-season tyres

· New 10-spoke 19x8.5-inch front wheels and 225/45WR19 front tyres and 19x9-inch rear wheels with 245/40WR19 rear tyres (available on G37 Coupe Journey, standard on G37 Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT model)

· Standard Tyre Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)

Interior Features
· Driver-oriented sporty interior with luxurious passenger space

· Infiniti signature "double-wave" instrument panel and Infiniti-signature analogue clock

· Dramatic, full-length centre console with a leather and aluminium-clad shifter

· Available magnesium automatic transmission paddle shifters

· Special aluminium-alloy accents, inspired by elegant, handmade Japanese "Washi" paper, on centre console, instrument panel and door panels; available genuine African Rosewood trim

· Standard 7.0-inch colour monitor display, available RearView Monitor

· Standard leather-appointed seating, available in Wheat, Graphite or Stone

· Standard 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat and 4-way power-adjustable front passenger's seat (G37 Coupe); 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat and 8-way power-adjustable front passenger's seat (G37 Coupe Journey); 14-way power-adjustable driver's seat and 8-way power adjustable front passenger's seat (G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT model)

· G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT model feature sport-styled seats with thigh extensions, driver's power adjustable torso and thigh bolsters and aluminium pedals

· Hand-stitched leather-wrapped steering wheel with steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise control switches, tilt and telescopic steering column with unique stitching on G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and Sport 6MT model

· Electroluminescent instrumentation with white and violet illumination

· Standard Infiniti Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition

· Available 11-speaker Infiniti "Studio on Wheels"™ by Bose® audio system with 24-bit Burr Brown DAC, 3-way door speaker arrays with 10-inch woofers

· Standard audio system featuring in-dash CD player with Radio Data System (RDS), auxiliary audio input, mp3 playback capability and 6 speakers; standard XM® satellite radio

· Available Infiniti Navigation System with available XM® NavTraffic™ real-time traffic information; voice activation for navigation, audio and HVAC functions; 9.3-gigabyte Music Box hard drive with compact flash drive slot

· Available Bluetooth® hands-free phone system

· Digital automatic temperature control with standard micro filtration and rear floor heater vents, available dual HVAC control with available centre rear air conditioning vents (not available on Sport 6MT model)

Safety and Security
· Standard Infiniti Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage front supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor

· Standard front-seat and roof-mounted front and rear curtain side-impact supplemental air bags

· 3-point ALR/ELR seat belts (driver's seat ELR only)

· Front seat belt adjustable upper anchors with pretensioners and load limiters

· Available pre-crash seat belts with motion sensor on the brake pedal

· Front seat Active Head Restraints

· Zone Body construction with energy-dispersing side structure

· Engine mount breakaway design with breakaway driveshaft

· Retracting brake pedal to help reduce lower leg injuries in a severe crash

· LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) child seat anchorage system

Models and Manufacturing
· Available in G37 Coupe, G37 Coupe Journey and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT models

· Assembled by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. In Tochigi, Japan


ALL-NEW INFINITI G37 COUPE DEBUTS AT NEW YORK AUTO SHOW
SETS NEW STANDARDS FOR STYLE, PERFORMANCE AND LUXURY

– Highlights Include New 330 Horsepower* V6, Seductive Styling and Luxury Appointments –

The all-new 2008 Infiniti G37 Coupe, which makes its world debut at the 2007 New York International Auto Show, combines the exhilarating performance, stunning styling and modern, sporty interior of the original Infiniti G Coupe and accelerates each to new levels. Among the key enhancements to the new second-generation G Coupe are a larger, more powerful 3.7-litre V6 engine, available advanced 4-Wheel Active Steer system, a dramatic new exterior design and a refined interior with intuitive, integrated technology. The G37 Coupe joins the recently introduced, all-new 2007 Infiniti G35 Sedan in Infiniti showrooms nationwide in August.

"The new G35 Sedan, which has been named to both Car and Driver's '10 Best Cars' and Automobile magazine's 'All-Stars' list, has set the stage for the introduction of the new G37 Coupe," said Mark Igo, vice president and general manager, Infiniti Division. "The new Coupe builds on the styling, performance and interior enhancements of the G Sedan, adding the dynamic style, sporty atmosphere and expressive driving character expected of a class-leading luxury sport coupe. The line starts here."

Exhilarating Performance From a New Engine Design

Leading the enhancements to the 2008 Infiniti G37 Coupe is the first-ever application of the new 3.7-litre V6 engine with VVEL (for Variable Valve Event and Lift).

Estimated at 330 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque, the new "VQ37VHR" contains approximately 35 percent new and unique parts from the new VQ35HR engine introduced in the 2007 G35 Sedan just last year. Both the Coupe's VQ37VHR and the Sedan's VQ35HR engines are based on the award-winning VQ engine series, named one of the "Ten Best Engines" by Ward's Auto World magazine for 13 consecutive years.

Along with utilising a larger displacement than the previous 3.5-litre powerplant, the G37 Coupe's new VVEL system combines hydraulic-controlled variable valve timing and electronically controlled variable valve lift on the intake side to help improve performance and response. The VVEL system is also expected to improve emissions and fuel efficiency. The VVEL intake camshafts, featuring continuously variable lift control teamed with the Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS), allow for a 7,500 rpm redline.

The engine also features increased cylinder block height (from the previous 3.5-litre design), ladder frame construction for greater rigidity, large crank journal and pin diameters, asymmetric piston skirts, twin knock sensors, an electronically controlled "drive-by-wire" throttle system, molybdenum coated lightweight pistons, Iridium spark plugs and a symmetric twin air intake system.

A new, specially tuned dual exhaust system has been designed with equal length exhaust manifolds and low muffler exhaust backpressure to help improve engine breathing. Both intake and exhaust enhance driving pleasure with their authentic performance notes.

Rated at an estimated 330 horsepower, the new engine is not only considerably more powerful than the previous generation G Coupe (rated at 275 hp with 5AT, 293 hp with 6MT), but is expected to offer increased fuel mileage and reduced emissions levels. Overall vehicle fuel economy improvements are estimated to be nearly one mpg better than the G35 Sedan and nearly two mpg better than the previous generation G35 Coupe (actual EPA mileage estimates and emission information to be announced at a later date).

"The new 3.7-litre V6 is a true powerhouse – becoming more enjoyable as you drive it," said Igo. "And, this powerplant also features Infiniti's trademark "Swell" acceleration – introduced on the new G Sedan last year – with special tuning that builds horsepower almost continually to the redline like a building wave."

The G37 Coupe engine is backed by a choice of an upgraded electronically controlled 5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode, downshift rev matching, DS mode and ASC (Adaptive Shift Control) that allows for quicker shifts in sporty driving situations and available genuine magnesium paddle shifters; or a newly revised, lightweight 6-speed manual transmission.

Performance Platform and Suspension

Developed at test circuits throughout Europe – including the famed Nürburgring – the G37 Coupe was conceived as a performance thoroughbred. Handling and ride performance increases come from the G37 Coupe's enhanced FM (Front Mid-ship) platform, which has been stiffened 36% from the previous generation, is lower in overall height and has a wider front and rear track width.

The G37 Coupe's 4-wheel independent suspension design features lightweight aluminium components and large front and rear stabiliser bars, increased spring rates and optimised suspension damping.

The front suspension is a double-wishbone design, with a single pivot lower wishbone and a long upper link. The multi-link rear suspension separates the shock absorbers and springs, locating the shock absorber inline with the wheel centre. These designs help minimise alignment changes and reduce suspension friction for nimble handling and smooth riding characteristics.

Steering is provided by a twin-orifice vehicle-speed-sensing design, which provides optimum steering effort at both high and low vehicle speeds. Standard on all G37 Coupes is Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), which assists in enhancing vehicle stability under a variety of driving conditions.

Also available on the new G37 Coupe is Infiniti's exclusive 4-Wheel Active Steer system (4WAS), with unique chassis configuration that features automatically variable front steering ratios and rear suspension geometry that adjusts to steering input and vehicle speed via motor-driven controls. The system's electronic control unit calculates the desired vehicle dynamics from a series of sensors, including vehicle speed and steering angle, and separately directs both the front and rear actuators to change steering gear ratios and rear geometry by moving both the front steering gear and rear suspension lower links – thus providing sports car-like agility and secure stability.

Braking performance is provided by standard 4-wheel vented discs with 4-channel, 4-sensor Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA). The standard G37 Coupe adopts the "sport" braking system of the recently introduced G35 Sedan. The G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT are further enhanced with aluminium four-piston callipers (front)/two-piston callipers (rear) embossed with Infiniti lettering and large ventilated rotors – 14.0-inch front and 13.8-inch rear.

Also available on G37 Coupe is Infiniti's Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) with Preview Braking, which provides a precise following distance from the vehicle ahead. It also identifies sudden braking situations with laser sensors to determine distance and relative speed of the vehicle ahead in the same lane and "pre-pressurises" the Brake Assist system before the driver steps on the brake pedal.

A new 18-inch wheel and tyre package is standard on G37 Coupe, featuring a "split 5-spoke" 18x8-inch aluminium-alloy wheel design with P225/50VR18 all-season tyres. A new 10-spoke 19-inch wheel and tyre package, with lightweight cast aluminium wheels and high performance tyres, is also available. A Tyre Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) is standard on all 2008 G37 Coupes.

To enhance the already high level of dynamic performance, the G37 Coupe 6MT and G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package come standard with unique sport suspension, a Viscous Limited Slip Differential (VLSD) and a new wheel and tyre package with 19x8.5-inch front wheels with 225/45WR19 front tyres and 19x9-inch rear wheels with 245/40WR19 rear tyres.

Seductive Styling

The G37 Coupe's advanced performance systems are wrapped in an all-new seductive skin, giving the vehicle a kinetic feeling with emotional surface expression, sweeping character lines and tight panel gap lines.

"Compared with its predecessor, the G37 Coupe is longer, lower and wider – indicative of the power and technology of the vehicle," said Igo.

Exterior highlights include flowing front fender curves, a wave-style hood, expressive front fascia with Infiniti's signature double-arch grille and L-shaped High-Intensity Discharge (HID) bi-xenon headlights with integrated fog lamps. As with the new G35 Sedan, Infiniti developed a specialised production process for headlight installation to impart tight build tolerances and an exacting fit of the complex front fascia. The aluminium hood is secured by dual latches located at the two front corners to ensure an excellent fit.

The strong side character line and side sills integrate with the large wheel wells and the 18- or 19-inch performance-oriented wheel and tyre packages to transmit an added sense of power and vibrancy.

The rear of the G Coupe features broad rear fenders, flowing into the large LED taillights – an Infiniti trademark, refined rear bumper, integrated RearView Monitor camera (when equipped), rear underbody air diffusers and large dual exhaust outlets with chrome finishers.

An available rear spoiler gives the G37 Coupe zero rear lift, matching the standard zero-lift front aerodynamics.

The G37 Coupe Sport 6MT models and G37 Journey with Sport Package add an enhanced performance look, with a unique front fascia, special side sills and standard 19-inch aluminium-alloy wheels with high performance tyres.

Eight exterior colours, including two all-new colours, are offered.

Sophisticated, Luxurious Interior

The 2008 G37 Coupe interior design features sophisticated craftsmanship, with a cockpit-oriented front driver and passenger area, Infiniti signature "double wave" instrument panel design featuring the Infiniti-signature analogue clock and dramatic, full-length centre console with a leather and aluminium-clad shifter. Special aluminium-alloy interior trim, inspired by elegant, handmade Japanese Washi paper, is located across the instrument panel, on the centre console and on the door panels. Genuine African Rosewood trim is also available.

The instrument panel features Infiniti electroluminescent instrumentation with white-and-violet illumination and integrated multi-function information drive computer (average fuel consumption, real-time fuel economy, average speed, elapsed time, running distance, distance to empty, outside air temperature, warning displays, odometer and automatic transmission shift indicator) display.

Drivers grip a double hand-stitched leather-covered steering wheel, designed for maximum comfort and usability with wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls. Available genuine magnesium paddle shifters for the 5-speed automatic transmission fall readily to hand and add control (G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package only).

The 8-way power driver and 4-way front passenger seats (8-way on G37 Coupe Journey, G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT model) are appointed with Infiniti's exclusive premium leather and feature 2-way adjustable head restraints and a unique rear-seat access system, whereby the front seats will move forward automatically at the touch of a button to allow passengers into the rear seat.

The G37 Coupe Journey with Sport Package and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT add special 14-way sport-styled seats with thigh extensions and power adjustable torso and thigh bolsters for the driver, unique steering wheel stitching and high-grip aluminium pedals.

Technological and convenience features abound in the new G37 Coupe. Standard is the Infiniti Intelligent Key with push button ignition, Remote Keyless Entry system, a tilt/telescoping steering column with increased travel, illuminated glove compartment and automatic temperature control.

Also standard is a 6-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system with mp3 playback capability, Radio Data System (RDS) and centre console-mounted auxiliary input, as well as a 7-inch colour display.

Available is an 11-speaker Infiniti "Studio on Wheels"™ by Bose®, combining a 3-way front door speaker array using 10-inch woofers with an audiophile-quality head unit incorporating double oversampling 24-bit 96KHz Burr Brown® Digital Analogue Converters (DAC). Also available is a Bluetooth® hands-free phone system, new touch screen Infiniti Navigation System with available XM® NavTraffic™ real-time traffic information (subscription required), voice activation for navigation, audio and HVAC functions, and a 9.3-gigabyte Music Box hard drive with compact flash drive slot.

Three interior colour combinations are offered – Wheat, Graphite and Stone.

Safety Performance and Technology

Available on the new G37 Coupe is an Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS), which automatically controls the headlight lighting pattern according to steering angle and vehicle speed to help provide better visibility at night.

Standard on all G37 Coupes is an Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage supplemental air bags with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor, front-seat side-impact supplemental air bags and roof-mounted side-impact curtain air bags for front- and rear-seat occupant head protection.

Also standard are 3-point ALR/ELR seat belts (driver's side ELR only) and front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters and adjustable upper anchors, driver and front-passenger knee bolsters, front seat Active Head Restraints and the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system. Available as part of the Technology Package are brake-operated pre-crash seat belts with motion sensor on the brake pedal.

The G37 Coupe features Zone Body Construction with front and rear crushable zones to help disperse crash energy around the passenger compartment. For occupant safety, the engine is designed to move under the occupant compartment in a high-speed frontal collision, while a breakaway construction of the propeller shaft (connected with the engine-drop function) and the double-wall construction of the bulkhead helps to minimise cabin deformation, especially in the lower leg area. In addition, the brake pedal is designed to collapse to help reduce lower leg injuries in a severe crash.

Three Well-Equipped Models

The 2008 Infiniti G37 Coupe is available in three models: G37 Coupe, G37 Coupe Journey and G37 Coupe Sport 6MT. In addition to the long list of standard features on all three models, several options and packages are available.

These include the Premium Package, with a power sliding glass moonroof, 11-speaker Infiniti "Studio on Wheels"™ by Bose® audio system with iPod connection, memory system (driver's seat, steering wheel and outside mirrors) with synchronisation, power tilt and telescoping steering wheel, anti-glare rearview mirror with compass and HomeLink© Universal Transceiver, Bluetooth® hands-free phone system, and heated front seats and door mirrors.

Also offered is the Sport Package (available on G37 Journey model and standard on G37 Coupe Sport 6MT), which includes 19-inch wheels and tyres, Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD), sport-tuned suspension, sport brakes, unique front fascia and side sills, sport-styled seats and steering wheel stitching, aluminium pedals and paddle shifters (G37 Coupe Journey only).

The Infiniti Navigation Package adds an advanced navigation system with touch-screen capability, available XM® NavTraffic™ real-time traffic information (subscription required), voice activation for navigation, audio and HVAC functions and a 9.3-gigabyte Music Box hard drive with compact flash drive slot, and RearView Monitor. The Technology Package includes Infiniti Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) with Preview Braking, Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) and, available for the first time on G Coupe, a "Pre-Crash Seatbelt" system.

Also available is the Infiniti 4-Wheel Active Steer system; Performance Wheel and Tyre Package with 19-inch high performance tyres featuring lightweight cast aluminium-alloy wheels; Moonroof; Rear Spoiler; and African Rosewood interior trim.

"When the original G Coupe was introduced, it proved to the world that exhilarating sport coupe performance doesn't have to come in a machine-like box," said Igo. "This new G37 Coupe, which we're proudly showing for the first time anywhere in New York, is pure G and pure Infiniti – and ready to take centre position on the world automotive stage."

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You know, I like the look of the previous G coupe better. This one has too much soapboxeness to it.

so depressing... depressing!! I thought I gonna get one when I see the rendering... and now this!! :cry:

Available Infiniti Navigation System with available XM® NavTraffic™ real-time traffic information; voice activation for navigation, audio and HVAC functions; 9.3-gigabyte Music Box hard drive with compact flash drive slot

Nice options. Hope the 2008 GS and IS incorporate some of these features.

The specs are fantastic, that thing is going to be the bargain of the century. I just can not warm up to the styling. I have to see it in person, it must look better than these pics portray.... I hope?

I think its kinda funny reading this press release and all this "infiniti" styling cues etc, when this car is a Nissan Skyline. This clearly helps with the performance offered, SKy