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Old 01-13-10, 10:54 AM
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Don't forget that on a Maxima you can only get a CVT transmission. I'm not sure if I'm sold on that setup....
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Old 01-14-10, 08:20 PM
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Maxima is definitely sick but I need the luxury name, status, etc. The only thing that I'm worried about the G37 is that Infiniti really isnt a recognized luxury brand. Whereas the C300 is a benz, so ill get recognition and respect...hmm this is tough
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Old 01-14-10, 09:11 PM
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Originally Posted by lxslvr2500
Maxima is definitely sick but I need the luxury name, status, etc. The only thing that I'm worried about the G37 is that Infiniti really isnt a recognized luxury brand. Whereas the C300 is a benz, so ill get recognition and respect...hmm this is tough
And before anyone tries to jump on you, those are legitimate concerns. Good luck and thanks for keeping us updated.
 
Old 01-14-10, 09:41 PM
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G37 gets my vote. Better power and handling and still has that sport feel. The benz has no ***** and the ES350 isnt for me. It really depends on what you value most in your cars
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Old 01-15-10, 05:43 AM
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Originally Posted by lxslvr2500
Maxima is definitely sick but I need the luxury name, status, etc. The only thing that I'm worried about the G37 is that Infiniti really isn’t a recognized luxury brand. Whereas the C300 is a Benz, so ill get recognition and respect...hmm this is tough
Trust me bro, once you step foot in that G, and give that puppy a spin you'll be sold.

Originally Posted by Milla...
Oh yeah better go check the back seat on that C300....... on your way to the Infiniti dealer.
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Old 01-15-10, 09:03 AM
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Originally Posted by lxslvr2500
The only thing that I'm worried about the G37 is that Infiniti really isnt a recognized luxury brand. Whereas the C300 is a benz, so ill get recognition and respect...hmm this is tough
I think you need to get therapy before buying a car.
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Old 01-15-10, 09:07 AM
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reality is people do consider the make of the car before buying it. also reality, is that people dont consider infiniti's up there with lexus, bmw, and merc. i tend to agree.
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Old 01-15-10, 09:12 AM
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Originally Posted by RXSF
reality is people do consider the make of the car before buying it. also reality, is that people dont consider infiniti's up there with lexus, bmw, and merc. i tend to agree.
Which is why I posted that is the "reality" of it and a legitimate concern not just for the O.P but a lot of potential buyers. Fans and owners should not get butthurt over that reality.

Only in Utopia does image/brand not matter.

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I think you need to get therapy before buying a car.

Knock off the personal insults. He has a legitimate concern.
 
Old 01-15-10, 08:33 PM
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Which is why I posted that is the "reality" of it and a legitimate concern not just for the O.P but a lot of potential buyers. Fans and owners should not get butthurt over that reality.

Only in Utopia does image/brand not matter.




Knock off the personal insults. He has a legitimate concern.
Thanks for backing me up man haha
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Old 01-16-10, 11:27 PM
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Wow check this out guys!!! I just found pics of the 2010 G sedan and have to say im impressed...C300 def had the exterior looks going for it before, not so sure now haha

http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1...-sedan-preview
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Old 01-16-10, 11:32 PM
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Originally Posted by lxslvr2500
Wow check this out guys!!! I just found pics of the 2010 G sedan and have to say im impressed...C300 def had the exterior looks going for it before, not so sure now haha

http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1...-sedan-preview
It looks nice, but it does look a little dated both inside and out
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Old 01-16-10, 11:57 PM
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My vote gets the G37....then the C350 sport. I'd just completely scratch the ES off the list
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Old 01-17-10, 12:11 PM
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I didn't go through the complete thread but why the ES350 instead of an IS? The benz and infiniti that your comparing are compeitiors to the IS. Over the three that you have chosen, I'd say the G37, good looking car that has a nice interior.
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Old 01-17-10, 02:13 PM
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If you are after respect for your car choice, you won't get much respect for a C class Mercedes from anyone who knows much about cars. More like "you paid that much for a compact car with no rear seat room and plastic seats?" Any car enthusiast will be impressed with the G37 for its combination of handling, performance, room, reliability, and most importantly value.
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Old 01-17-10, 02:44 PM
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If your most important criteria is looks and brand (with back seat room of course), then get a BMW 323i and make it look like a 335i. I believe the space in the back is a bit more decent than the IS...
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