06-29-2011, 08:15 AM
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Originally Posted by 280z/300zx
I think for someone like you the Genesis is what you should go for simply because it's cheaper. For a car enthusiast the Z is clearly the winner but for someone just looking for something sporty who doesn't care about the cars true capabilities I would just go for the cheaper option. As you said, in real world daily driving both fit the bill nicely. I've driven the Genesis and it's a pretty decent ride, just doesn't have the same raw enthusiast feel the Z has.
That being said I would also urge you to wait about 6mo. The Genesis for 2012 is getting bump in hp and torque as well as some minor interior and exterior tweaks. Essentially for the same price you'll pay now for a 2011 you can wait and get a 2012 which may actually move the Genesis even closer to the Z in terms of performance and interior (supposed to get 333hp). I know personally I would hate to buy a car only for the new and improved model to come out shortly after.
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Thanks for your opinion, I may very well end up waiting to see what the next generation offers. If it were coming sooner, I'd be more inclined to wait it out but the next Genesis coupe is due to be unveiled in January 2012 at the Detroit show. It will most likely be the 2013 MY and hit show rooms mid-late 2012, with a carryover 2012 MY being released sometime this summer to bridge the gap. I'd expect the mechanical bits to be identical, with the possibility of some upgraded comfort/tech features. This conflicts with what a lot of the auto blogs are saying, but I got this info directly from Hyundai Motors America's President & CEO, John Krafcik during an online chat.
I wouldn't hold out much hope for a V8 GC like some folks are, at least not until its due for a complete redesign.
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