Which sports sedan would you choose?

Pauly · 05-30-2012, 10:27 AM

i have a 2011 maxima, and traded my OTHER 2011 maxima on my z. very reliable, blindingly fast, comfortable as hell, lots of room. a lot of folks are liking that new optima, and i suppose its an option if you dont mind the resale value in the toilet. nissan did a great job minimizing torque steer for the new maximas, so fwd isnt a real bother

Pauly · 05-30-2012, 10:28 AM

by the way, there is a good reason you wont find many used 09-2012 maximas for sale...

Pauly · 05-30-2012, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Dark Sarcasm

look into some used G35/G37 sedans. Nice cars and rear wheel drive

yea one of those with low miles would be awesome if its in your price range

DarkJak · 05-30-2012, 11:40 AM

A used G37 would fall right into your price range. Interior is very comfy and driving is close to the Z, just with 400 extra lbs.

96bigbody · 05-30-2012, 04:44 PM

I would also look at the g8 gt.

shadoquad · 05-30-2012, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by 96bigbody

I would also look at the g8 gt.

Good call. I heard those were very fun cars.

Mannysrt8 · 05-30-2012, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by atl370z

I've found a 08 335i loaded with 50k miles for $23999. Probably can get it down to $22500. Does that sound like a decent deal?

I think you can do better for $22500...look at some with lower miles.

LakeShow · 05-31-2012, 01:05 AM

Have a 10' Maxima myself, great overall car, quick, sporty, comfortable, quality. And it actually has a lot of room compared to all the competition. Huge trunk and great amount of leg room in the front and rear. The Infiniti's are very tight on the inside. I recommend one.

atl370z · 06-01-2012, 11:07 AM

anybody have experience with the 09 G35x awd ?

Sibze · 06-01-2012, 11:10 AM

I love my Fusion Sport and I'm sure you could get a used one in that price range. It's got AWD. 3.5L. It's a fun car. Ford has stepped up their game

mike@vossen · 06-01-2012, 02:57 PM

The current Maxima is really awesome.

Do note that the SE has a rear STB so you lose the drop down rear seats which can come handy for a family.

shadoquad · 06-01-2012, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by mike@vossen

The current Maxima is really awesome.

Do note that the SE has a rear STB so you lose the drop down rear seats which can come handy for a family.

Good point

bigsix · 06-01-2012, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by atl370z

I've found a 08 335i loaded with 50k miles for $23999. Probably can get it down to $22500. Does that sound like a decent deal?

If you really like the 335i, look for one with fewer miles.

You mentioned you worried about maintenance costs down the road. Most definitely, an Infiniti G will be cheaper to maintain than a BMW 3-series.
Would you prefer a turbo-charged engine or naturally aspirated one ( 335i vs. G35/G37 ) ? I'd also test drive a Mercedes C-class: this C230 would be quick, have 4 doors, offer good value for a used car.
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bvl · 06-02-2012, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by atl370z

anybody have experience with the 09 G35x awd ?

We have an 06...70K and going. One seat motor failed this year. Fixed under extended warranty.

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shortchaz · 06-04-2012, 08:45 PM

I have a 08 g35x and love it. The 09 will be the g37x and has a 7 speed auto instead of the 5 speed auto in mine. Personally I like the 5 speed better for spirited driving and the 7 speed gets a little better mileage. Mine averages about 21-22 combo/rush hour driving while the 7 speed loaner I had got around 24.

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Pauly Track Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Lafayette, La Posts: 645 Drives: and parks Rep Power: 14	i have a 2011 maxima, and traded my OTHER 2011 maxima on my z. very reliable, blindingly fast, comfortable as hell, lots of room. a lot of folks are liking that new optima, and i suppose its an option if you dont mind the resale value in the toilet. nissan did a great job minimizing torque steer for the new maximas, so fwd isnt a real bother __________________ Gun Metallic 2012 370 Z 7AT

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Pauly Track Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Lafayette, La Posts: 645 Drives: and parks Rep Power: 14	by the way, there is a good reason you wont find many used 09-2012 maximas for sale... __________________ Gun Metallic 2012 370 Z 7AT

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96bigbody Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 138 Drives: 09 nissan 370z pw/a7 Rep Power: 16	I would also look at the g8 gt. __________________ 09 370z Pw 7at touring sport nav... 02 Som trans am ws7.. 408 & T76 96 black impala ss.. 396 & juice

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LakeShow A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: L.I., NY Posts: 5,307 Drives: Everything Rep Power: 26	Have a 10' Maxima myself, great overall car, quick, sporty, comfortable, quality. And it actually has a lot of room compared to all the competition. Huge trunk and great amount of leg room in the front and rear. The Infiniti's are very tight on the inside. I recommend one. __________________ \|2013 Audi S4\|Ibis White/Black\|S-Tronic P+\| \|2013 370z\|PearlWhite/Persimmon\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|F.I. CBE 18" CF\| \|Sold\|2011 370z\|Gun Metallic\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|

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mike@vossen Base Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Miami \| ATL \| Jamaica Posts: 129 Drives: 370Z Nismo Rep Power: 13	The current Maxima is really awesome. Do note that the SE has a rear STB so you lose the drop down rear seats which can come handy for a family.

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shortchaz Base Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: KS Posts: 4 Drives: 2008 G35x Rep Power: 13	I have a 08 g35x and love it. The 09 will be the g37x and has a 7 speed auto instead of the 5 speed auto in mine. Personally I like the 5 speed better for spirited driving and the 7 speed gets a little better mileage. Mine averages about 21-22 combo/rush hour driving while the 7 speed loaner I had got around 24.