Hi everyone... currently in the market for a new car, and am on the fence btw a g35 and new Acura TL. Coming from a 2000 TL I am naturally leaning torwards a TL, but I am very intrigue by the G35... can you guy inform me on the problem i may have with a G35 and what I will love about it. I already heard it ride a bit hard, thats it. Iam all ears, Thank you in advance.

 

 

Those are 2 completely different cars, I dont see how you cant make up your mind...and how the hell are you leaning toward a TL. Sure there great cars..but nothing compares to a Z or a G.

 

Just kidding about the newbie picture

Are you talking about a G35 coupe or Sedan? Either way these are both rear wheel drive, go test drive a G you'll like it, and appreciate the rear wheel drive. The G35x is also a neat car with AWD.

 

well test drove both car yesterday, loved the G35.... Have anyone on here experience an problems with their car... like how the 350z has the stupid alignment problem, and tranny problems.... Mind you I am not fixing up the g35 and it will be a auto... screw driving stick in houston traffic.

 

Stick with the auto tranny and you will have no problems, the only problems I had with my Z (which was an auto) was the grease streaks and the tire feathering. Apparently the G35 coupe only has tire feathering, I haven't heard of grease streaks.

 

So the G35 has the alignment problem too?

 

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Engine type 3.5 liter V6

Drive type Rear-wheel drive

Horsepower 280 @ 6,200 RPM

Torque 270 lb-ft @ 4,800 RPM

Suspension Front: Sport-tuned independent, forged-aluminum multi-link with coil springs over shock absorbers, stabilizer bar.
Rear: Sport-tuned independent, forged-aluminum multi-link with coil springs, outboard shock absorbers, stabilizer bar.

Valvetrain DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder with microfinished camshafts. Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS) for intake valves.

HEre is a 4 door:


The Infiniti G35 Sport Coupe Leather 6MT 2dr coupe '04 has the following advantages over the Acura TL 3.2 6MT Summer Tires 4dr sedan '05:

General
Lower price
Longer powertrain warranty
Longer anti-corrosion warranty

Performance
Larger engine
Valve gear type double overhead cam
Larger fuel capacity
4 ventilated discs

Exterior
Xenon headlights

Safety and Security
Front-seat active head restraints

Mechanical
18 in wheels

Dimensions
Longer wheelbase
Smaller turning diameter

 

I know for a fact the G35 coupe has it. As far as the sedan, I do not know.

 

what kind of alignment problems? O.o

 

how did the dealer deal with it? From what I read the 350z people found it frustrating tring to dealers to fix the problem. Again much thanx for the help Hraesvelg.

 

All this happened before I bought the car, I just knew it had brand new tires on it when I got it. Infiniti will probably be a little cooler about fixing things since it's a "luxury car"

 

Well I had the same decision as you. I love the new TL but what drove me to the G35 is the rear wheel drive and the globs of torque we have. Coming from an S12 (86 200SX CA18DET) then to a S13 (SR20DET) I love rear wheel drive and how fun it can be drifting corners. Also I don't need a 4 door yet since Im still young. The TL is more comfortable and more of a family car to me. Im still young and want the sexiness of a 2 door.

 

agreed... but my biggest concern reliablity

 

I believe the TL is very realiable if your reffering to the TL in your comment above. Everyone I know that has a TL (new or old) has had no problems.

I could even be skeptical about the VQ since its not really that old compared to lets say the RB or the SR or hell even the KA. One engine I really didnt like was the VG I didnt like to work on it

but one thing I would like to see would be an iron block. I love at how strong they are but they are quite heavy.

 

If it were me, and I was going to get a 4 door. I would go with the TL. Don't get me wrong. I love my coupe and probably wouldn't trade it for the TL. But if it were a 4 door I was looking for, the TL would be my choice. Keeping in mind that I am a true Honda/Acura guy with a nissan/infiniti additude. I've owned numerous cars of both manufacturers and I can't choose one over the other.
When it really comes down to it, I like the styling of the TL more.

 

I love the TL... but made the mistake of test driving a TL right after testing the g35.... big mistake... sigh I want a G35 now... but rather make a wise decision.

 

as far as the engine reliability goes, VQ is excellent.

My maxima ran strong for 120,000miles plus, with no leaks or any major problems. people say Hondas make reliable engines. true. but Nissan also makes a good one too.

 

Didn't the VQ get in the 10 top engines of the year for several years?

 

what is causing the alignment problem? is there a fix? please explain =(

also what are common G35 coupe problems? if any at all

last but not least. are there any other G35 forums? i'd like to read more into the car but i cant find a good forum (other then this one), please PM me this info