I wonder how much they will give the Z if they are increasing the G35 Coupe from 280 to 295.

http://nissannews.com/infiniti/news/...03122210.shtml

Infiniti G35 Sport Coupe and Sport Sedan Offer Enhanced Performance, Refined Interiors For 2005 [June 3, 04]


SAN FRANCISCO (June 3, 2004) – Infiniti, Nissan’s luxury division, today announced a number of significant enhancements to its popular G35 sport coupe and G35 sport sedan for the 2005 model year in North America. The changes include the introduction of a new coupe Sport model, a redesigned exterior appearance for the sedan and a redesigned instrument panel and console area with aluminum trim or optional wood trim on both the 2005 G35 coupe and G35 sedan.

Another major enhancement for the new model year is an increase in power for all G35 sedans to 277 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque (from 260 hp/260 lb-ft). The G35 sedan lineup, which added a new all-wheel drive version in the 2004 model year, also receives new exterior styling for 2005 – featuring a new hood, grille, bumpers, side sills, taillights and wheels.

The G35 coupe’s new Sport model will be available in an advanced 5-speed automatic transmission or with a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission. The Sport 6MT model receives an additional 15-plus horsepower over automatic-equipped G35 coupe’s standard 280 horsepower, bringing its power to the 295-horsepower range (final figures to be released later).

In addition, the manual transmission design on both coupe and sedan models has been improved to provide a lower shifting effort.

The 2005 G35 sedan will be offered in four models, each equipped with a standard 3.5-liter V6, 4-wheel independent suspension and the refined exterior. For 2005, the sport-tuned suspension package has been upgraded with 18-inch lightweight cast aluminum wheels with 235/45R18 tires and drilled aluminum pedals.

The G35 coupe will be offered in three models for 2005, Coupe, Coupe Sport A/T and Coupe Sport 6MT. Both Sport models include a new sport-tuned suspension, Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (V-LSD), 19-inch forged aluminum-alloy wheels and drilled aluminum pedals.

“Infiniti built its reputation on a stunning combination of powerful rear-wheel and all-wheel drive vehicles and outstanding customer service,” said Mark Igo, vice president and general manager, Infiniti Division. “The G35 has been a key element in our recent product line expansion and with the enhancements for 2005, our product momentum remains strong.”

The 2005 Infiniti G35 sedan and coupe with automatic transmissions are scheduled to be available at Infiniti dealers in North America beginning in October 2004. Manual transmission equipped models will go on sale in December 2004.

The announcement came during the Nissan 360 news media event, a three-week program in San Francisco featuring the automaker’s current and future worldwide product and business plans. At the event, about 500 reporters had the opportunity to drive nearly 70 Nissan and Infiniti vehicles to familiarize themselves with the breadth of Nissan’s global product lineup.

 

they should make it atleast 300HP...

Btw what does everything think they are doing to get the extra 15HP? Something we can add to our cars easily? Or do you think its internal modifications?

 

you get like 8hp just from adding the z intake tube to the g35....maybe for the rest of the power there's an ecu adjustment and better exhaust?

all i know is whatever it is they do to the 05' z in terms of power...the mods better fit my 03!

 

15hp that you probably cant feel the difference from the previous 6mt...hahaha

nissan and their marketing scheme...BOOO!!!!!!

i still want a G or a Z though..lol

 

SharpST77 u've been saying that for more than a year now, where is ur 350z/G35/WRX??!?!?

 

Lets look at this as a blessing, because im sure whatever they do differently someone will find out how to apply it to our cars and probably extract even more power out of it. We shall see...

 

The auto trans G35C stays at 280 ... 6MT Coupes get 295hp.

I'm just hoping that they improve the interior materials of the Z ... I don't care if the car doesn't get a HP bump.

I want one so badly

 

Now if the coupe is getting close to 300hp. Then Z should bet getting what closer to 310hp? If so this now both cars are a serisous chalenger for the M3 and should be doing around 60 in 5.0 to 5.8 depending on model.

 

I wonder if there's going to be any exterior changes on the '05 Z? Maybe some suspension changes as well?
I'm very anxious to see what Nissan does with the Z for '05

 

i guess everyone will be want a set of these OEM 19" g35 wheels instead of the current 18" style for their z.

 

300hp for the Z no I think it be more like 305 at least. I also think that the seats will get an update to something better and more comfy. Also I think that the the audio and navi system will get a FX tech pack style update.

 

310 hp would be great. Also, the model lineup should be narrowed down to enthusiast and track. Enthusiast would have leather and 18" Rays wheels. Track would have 19" Rays with the current brembos and aero package w/diffusers(leather included). No Bose!!! Price for enthusiast--$27,000, Track--$32,000. Wishful thinking, maybe.

 

there should at least be a base model. For key marketing reasons. But you do bring a good point. Also I think the auto track with sport package or something get the brembos too.

 

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I doubt any modes will be made to the Z, since nothing has been said yet. Besides lets think of the various reasons why the luxury line of cars is getting special attention................

 

I am interested in the new 6mt tranny G35c is getting.. wonder how good it will be..

 

Interesting thought, but I doubt it. I think they will just have amber lights for singals this time like in Japan.


Umm...what new tranny? Its the same 6 speed they are using from current G35c