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Old 08-05-09, 10:41 AM
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Looks more like a coupe in this lame pen-stroke.
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Old 08-05-09, 06:57 PM
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I love how Infiniti continues to use these penstroke teasers.
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Old 08-05-09, 07:31 PM
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i like the current M better
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Old 08-05-09, 09:23 PM
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knowing infiniti I know the car will be a sedan that will be a handsome car that handles very well. Lexus could learn a thing or two from the performance end of Infiniti. i think it would be great if Lexus would start creating performance packages from the factory like the G35 S. We want the same Lexus style and quality but with a little extra factory made attitude and handling prowess. The F sport line is a great start but its not enough
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It may (or may not) look like this,

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Old 08-05-09, 11:23 PM
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Originally Posted by SNiiP3R
It may (or may not) look like this,



that looks more like a fisker.

the M will look more like a proper sedan.
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Old 08-06-09, 07:01 AM
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If the M looks anything like that I'm going to have to relabel my piggy bank with an Infiniti emblem, and peel of the current circle L.
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Old 08-06-09, 07:09 AM
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from the strokes, it looks like it will have muscular rear fenders

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Old 08-06-09, 12:49 PM
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So I guess the are gonna base the design language on the Essence?
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Old 08-06-09, 01:47 PM
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Originally Posted by MR_F1
So I guess the are gonna base the design language on the Essence?
Most likely. That was the whole point of creating the Essence in the first place. I expect to see many cues form the Essence in Infiniti's future designs. At least until they come up with something else.
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Old 08-06-09, 01:47 PM
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If the car does not have a spacious back seat it may not sell well. Infiniti already took a risk with the EX.
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Old 08-06-09, 05:06 PM
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If the car does not have a spacious back seat it may not sell well. Infiniti already took a risk with the EX.
The current M35/45 has maybe the biggest rear seat in class but that could change with the new model.
 
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Default The 2011 Infiniti M Live Reveal on August 14th

On August 14 at 6:30 PM PDT, be one of the first to see the unveiling of the all-new 2011 Infiniti M through a cutting edge technology that creates a "virtual M" on a 3D form. InfinitiUSA.com will host the exclusive live broadcast from the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, one of the world's premier automotive events, as Infiniti Design Director Shiro Nakamura unveils our newest expression of sculpted form and rejuvenating refinement.

Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to view the all-new 2011 Infiniti M.
Should be interesting to see what they did this time
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Old 08-12-09, 07:32 AM
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All new as in totally redesigned? Not mid-cycle refresh? Nice, would be interesting to see if they have up'd the ante and move it into true LS range.
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Old 08-12-09, 07:45 AM
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It is a bit quick for a redesign, but ultimately necessary.

The current M has been available since 2006. However, it will arrive the same time as the 5-Series and GS. So, to make a statement, it should play with the big boys.
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