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Originally Posted by Waizzz
I'm sure it is a more than capable car, not worth it to me when I can get a used G35 which would be a better platform
To me the lines were awkward and it was a half-azz attempt by Nissan just to compete with the Accord
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A used car vs a new car really isn't a fair comparison, when most people shopping for new are determined to buy new for the added security of a new car. People who compromise on used are those who usually really want a specific car but refuse or cant afford a new one. Buying a used G35 for me wouldn't be a option. (though already owned one) I'd rather buy a new gencoupe than a old G if i was too broke to buy a new G.
A G is a RWD sport coupe with a very lean trunk and barely usable rear seats.
The altima has more rear headroom, a larger trunk, bigger glove compartment, and costs $25,000 brand spanking, new, is decently featured and is more fun to drive than the accord coupe. Even though the Accord coupe has a better interior. But the altima is not a bad car.
Like I said, it's a commuter car with more fun injected into it. Most people dont see beyond daily street driving. And half of those want something sporty and peppy, well built, well featured and "TRULY" hold 4 passengers. I think the Altima coupe filled that void in Nissans line-up.
It's no FR-S, but the FR-S doesn't offer the altima's creature comforts for the same price. Plus you get a 14.1 second car which is awesome for $25k and on-ramp acceleration. VQ35de, you cant go wrong.
I'm pretty sure it got cancelled based on the dwindling need for that size coupe. The Accord, coupe kind of dominates that sector, Solara, Sebring/200, were never as popular as the accord coupe either. Solara's dead and i wonder why chrysler bothers.
Rumors of the BRZ fighting FWD/RWD vehicle is probably why the Altima coupe was cancelled. My guess is the BRZ fighter is coming as a Pulsar. I doubt it will be a Silvia because a Silvia is a RWD platform. If the next car is based on the Megane. It will be murderously good FWD.
