g37guy01

You can make that arguement over any $12K increment. for example loaded Camry at $32K. I can't see how anyone can make the an arguement that the G is worth an extra $12K'ish.

accohn12

well, that may be a valid point g37guy01, but I don't think anyone out there is comparing a Camry with a G37...people do compare a G37 with a 335i.

2011G37JOHNBEST

I think you are not comparing apple to apple

we are talking about same class comparisons than loaded.
if we are comparing a 50K solar panel Prius to a 335i that's not a fair comparison either

MistAminER112

Ummm, with the BEATING on gas mileage I get from my G, that solar panel Prius sounds pretty good to me

On a side note, considering this is my second G sedan in the last 4 years I would LIKELY get this G again (2011 G37xS Sedan).

I did also compare the G vs. 335xi Sedan and the reason I sprung for the G (aside from it being cheaper) was because I wanted to have a car that was different and which would stand out as well as appreciated the style of the G both interior and exterior.

There's a good after market for the G as well, but sometimes I kinda wish I had more power and I know that if I were to have gotten a 335 I could've done something like a 'Dinan' Ecu reflash and gotten much more power easier and cheaper than anything I can do in the G for that kind of increase.

I do think the BMW is a solid car and I am not 100% thrilled with the 7AT in the G37 compared to the 5AT in the G35.

Also, I'm not 100% happy with the soft suspension or with the laggy awd system. However at the end of the day no car is perfect (except maybe the Bughatti Veyron) and it's normal to have compromises for a well priced car like ours.

Summary:
Negatives-
1. Transmission is strange at best
2. Suspension is ultra-soft (not good)
3. Wheel Gaps are ginormous
4. Bose System is unbalanced but not weak
5. Limited Space in the rear seats
6. Not enough torque
7. AWD System is weak; I want the ATTESA AWD System that's in the GTR

Positives-
1. LOOKS GREAT both inside and outside (ESP Aero Parts: side skirts, front chin bumper, rear decklid spoiler)
2. Headlights and Taillights have their own unique style which was around before the Audi's with the new LED's
3. Engine does have power; it's quick, but not fast
4. A TON of aftermarket parts now exist
5. Stock Intake and Exhaust components sound nice
6. Good number of features for the money
7. Paddle Shifters are awesome!

I would buy the G again.

eurtsx

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I love my G37xS. Best car I've ever driven. The transmission can be a bit tricky to play with, but you get used to its quirks.

g37guy01

Point taken...however, when I set my mind to a certain car I have to pick the features/price that I am comfortable with.

Just like I opted for almost all options on the G, no sports, no tech package; I would opt for come left out options on the 335 that I would feel comfortable with at the price point I want. The price point would be a monthly payment for a lease or finance or outright cash(which I've done in the past).

$12K can you up. For an extra $12K I could have gotten a 535, not optioned the same as the G. But these types of decisions are what buyers contend with.

biostockman

My 3 cars since '07....

'07 - 335i
'09 - G37x
'12 - G37xS

Notice which one I chose this year? My brother is a top salesman for BMW and I can get any car slightly over invoice but regardless of the MSRP 10k+ difference, hands down the Infiniti is just a better car. I drive a LOT (25k+/yr) so perhaps the creature comforts of the Infiniti are just better for me. When I got out of my 335i I really didn't miss it after 2 years. Sure the torque was amazing as was the handling but F the run flats and constant trips to service. I doubt that I'll go back to BMW for my everyday driver.