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Originally Posted by dunnojack
(Post 5710885)
this thing looks hideous. The top is curvy, and the bottom is jaggedy sharp, like a shovel
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I think they should have given the car the NISMO tag. I think the IPL name is kind of lame
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Originally Posted by GS69
(Post 5710392)
A 348-hp Infiniti G coupe
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Originally Posted by MR_F1
(Post 5711007)
Lexus, Are you taking notes?
I assume with these parts added you are easily looking at a 50k G37 with the manual. http://www.nissannews.com/newsrelease.do?id=1822&mid=4 2011 IPL G Coupe Key Features and Specs * IPL-tuned 3.7-liter DOHC 24-valve VQ37HR V6 * 348 horsepower @ 7,400 rpm * 276 lb-ft torque @ 5,200 rpm * IPL-tuned high-flow dual exhaust * Close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission with short-throw shifter or 7-speed automatic transmission with solid magnesium paddle shifters * IPL-tuned performance suspension with independent front double wishbone / independent rear multi-link, front and rear stabilizer bars * 19-inch IPL split 7-spoke graphite-finish wheels (19x8.5” front / 19x9” rear) * P225/45R19 front / P245/40R19 rear W-rated Bridgestone Potenza RE50A summer tires * 14.7:1 sport-tuned steering gear * 4-wheel ventilated disc sport brakes with aluminum-alloy 4-piston opposed front brake calipers / 2-piston opposed rear calipers * Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VSLD) * IPL aerodynamics with front and rear fascias, side sills and rear spoiler * Unique IPL emblem * IPL engine cover * Red-stitched sport front seats and steering wheel * Aluminum pedals and footrest * Interior colors: Monaco Red Leather and Graphite Leather * Infiniti Studio on Wheels by Bose® premium audio system * Infiniti Hard Drive Navigation System with XM NavTraffic® with Real-Time Traffic Information, XM NavWeather™ with Real-Time Weather and 3-day forecast (XM® subscription required, sold separately), Zagat® Restaurant Guide and 9.3GB Music Box® Hard Drive * RearView Monitor * Rear Sonar System * Moonroof * Exterior colors: Malbec Black and Graphite Shadow |
Originally Posted by MR_F1
(Post 5711007)
Lexus, Are you taking notes?
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I know their previous M has massive tranny failures, just right after 50k miles...perfect timing!
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I wasnt aware of the tranny issues. My friend shane has a white one and loves it. He is a realestate agent so he abuses the crap out of the car with all of the mileage.
As far as warranty issue you are right. I hated Infiniti service quality. It was always a game of "is this normal". They would always make some BS excuse like " thats normal" or " That happens from time to time", or my favorite" Its probably the heat". |
The design is bad.
The RS5 looks significantly better than the A5. This one looks worse than the standard G37. |
The car is mostly rounded shape with curves, but why did they have to make all the add ons so sharp? Somebody mentioned shovel, I agree.
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Originally Posted by I8ABMR
(Post 5711039)
my sentiments exactly. They need to do something new with the IS motor. The IS is small,old and boring. At least infiniti offers a coupe....and a powerful coupe.
initially had 2 engine choices. e came with the IS F, a 3rd engine choice. came with F-sport parts 2 years ago. IS then adds a convertible IS got ANOTHER refresh for 2011. Did you forget that? IS F gained a LSD. IS F got a revised suspension Lexus IS F sport and IS F have offered driving events to enthusiasts to try the parts and cars out. Infiniti has the G37 coupe which Lexus does not have a direct answer for, this is 100% true. While you continue to be focused on peak HP, no G37 is faster than an IS 350. You clearly haven't driven an IS, let alone one with F-sport parts or an IS F. Calling the IS line boring is RIDICULOUS.:thumbdn: Not surprising though, just old. |
Why should lexus be taking notes?
Isnt this the "F" equivalent of Infiniti? I dont see any "need" for this half assed performance category from them. An extra 20 horsepower and all of a sudden, we have a new performance line? Not going to cut it. |
Sick, the point is not the peak hp figure, rather the fact that for what is essentially the F-sport equivalent, you ADD a couple of hp. doesn't really matter that it's 18. The point is, it's there.
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So I guess some clarification here is needed.
Is this really an ENTIRE new sub-brand, or is this just similar to F-Sport, Audi S-line, BMW M packages, etc? |
Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
(Post 5711226)
While you continue to be focused on peak HP, no G37 is faster than an IS 350.
You clearly haven't driven an IS, let alone one with F-sport parts or an IS F. Calling the IS line boring is RIDICULOUS.:thumbdn: Not surprising though, just old. This new G37 'IPL' should have absolutely no problem taking on a base IS350 and it should be interesting to see how it does against an IS350 with the F-Sport upgrades. The base IS350, compared to a G37 or 335i, is boring. But that's just my personal opinion. |
Looks horrible. So when is putting running boards on a sport coupe a good idea?! Makes you think the designers are not in touch with current trends and live in their own lala world.
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