Move on or wait for the new G?
11-02-2012, 12:25 PM
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Move on or wait for the new G?
So I've had my new X sedan for a year now but I'm already bored. I'm torn between trying to mod it, going to the new 3 series, or maybe waiting to see what the next G has in store.
I like the engine and car overall but I recently drove a new 328i M-sport 6MT (and in estoril blue!) and that car just engages the driver much better and has tremendous handling and road feel. The G has tight handling and the chassis is stiff, but something about it doesn't sit in the corners right and it just doesn't feel as nice as the BMW from a handling and engagement perspective. The BMW also gets 34mpg highway and the clutch/shifter setup is buttery smooth.
I feel like I should wait and give the new G a try, but I have my doubts they are going to be able to 1-up BMW, with the overall direction that Nissan/Infiniti has been going lately with CVTs, borrowing Mercedes turbo motors, going to DBW steering, etc. It seems like they are going to more of a luxury/aesthetics route than performance, that and dealers have been telling me that allegedly Infiniti is no longer doing a 6MT sedan.
Anyone in the same boat or could offer some insight?
I like the engine and car overall but I recently drove a new 328i M-sport 6MT (and in estoril blue!) and that car just engages the driver much better and has tremendous handling and road feel. The G has tight handling and the chassis is stiff, but something about it doesn't sit in the corners right and it just doesn't feel as nice as the BMW from a handling and engagement perspective. The BMW also gets 34mpg highway and the clutch/shifter setup is buttery smooth.
I feel like I should wait and give the new G a try, but I have my doubts they are going to be able to 1-up BMW, with the overall direction that Nissan/Infiniti has been going lately with CVTs, borrowing Mercedes turbo motors, going to DBW steering, etc. It seems like they are going to more of a luxury/aesthetics route than performance, that and dealers have been telling me that allegedly Infiniti is no longer doing a 6MT sedan.
Anyone in the same boat or could offer some insight?
11-02-2012, 01:11 PM
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You get what you pay for. If I were buying (not leasing) and could compare a G37 to 328 sedan with same options/msrp, I would go with the BMW. However, since I'm a leasing man, there is no way I'd pay the $150~$200 monthly premium for the Beamer.
I say wait and see the new model before making a decision. Won't hurt, since its debuting at the Detroit Auto Show in January.
I say wait and see the new model before making a decision. Won't hurt, since its debuting at the Detroit Auto Show in January.
11-02-2012, 01:13 PM
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Im going for a 2013 Nismo 370z or G37s! Although very excited and tempted to just wait for the next G, i think i will pick up a 2013 since i truly love these cars and wait to see the next generation Gs roll in and research the car for the first 2 years then make the change. From experience i will not purchase the first year of a new model again. Thats just me, 2013 G or Z here i come
My car being an 08 with 88,500 miles, it's time for a fresh car. VPS G or Z coming soon....
My car being an 08 with 88,500 miles, it's time for a fresh car. VPS G or Z coming soon....
11-02-2012, 01:14 PM
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You get what you pay for. If I were buying (not leasing) and could compare a G37 to 328 sedan with same options/msrp, I would go with the BMW. However, since I'm a leasing man, there is no way I'd pay the $150~$200 monthly premium for the Beamer.
I say wait and see the new model before making a decision. Won't hurt, since its debuting at the Detroit Auto Show in January.
I say wait and see the new model before making a decision. Won't hurt, since its debuting at the Detroit Auto Show in January.
11-02-2012, 01:25 PM
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The new 3 series in Estoril blue and the M Sport-line package looks extremely hot, however a loaded 328i is 50K, not sure if it's worth it. I would wait for the new G first before I make a decision.
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11-02-2012, 01:38 PM
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I thought you were all against BMW in all the BMW v. G threads. In anycase, get the new 328. I'm sure the new G will be nice and all, but it's still a G. It will never be a BMW, and they have totally different feel to the drive and overall experience.
11-02-2012, 02:09 PM
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$390/mo for the 328i I'm looking at (about $46k msrp) is a pretty good deal, and that's with "0" down. You can get a base for $339/mo as advertised but that is no comparison to the G.
Either way, I think I'll wait and see what happens in the market with the new G. Only thing I'm concerned about is the current G values dropping significantly once the new one comes out; it might be better to trade or sell now.
11-02-2012, 02:19 PM
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So I've had my new X sedan for a year now but I'm already bored. I'm torn between trying to mod it, going to the new 3 series, or maybe waiting to see what the next G has in store.
I like the engine and car overall but I recently drove a new 328i M-sport 6MT (and in estoril blue!) and that car just engages the driver much better and has tremendous handling and road feel. The G has tight handling and the chassis is stiff, but something about it doesn't sit in the corners right and it just doesn't feel as nice as the BMW from a handling and engagement perspective. The BMW also gets 34mpg highway and the clutch/shifter setup is buttery smooth.
I feel like I should wait and give the new G a try, but I have my doubts they are going to be able to 1-up BMW, with the overall direction that Nissan/Infiniti has been going lately with CVTs, borrowing Mercedes turbo motors, going to DBW steering, etc. It seems like they are going to more of a luxury/aesthetics route than performance, that and dealers have been telling me that allegedly Infiniti is no longer doing a 6MT sedan.
Anyone in the same boat or could offer some insight?
I like the engine and car overall but I recently drove a new 328i M-sport 6MT (and in estoril blue!) and that car just engages the driver much better and has tremendous handling and road feel. The G has tight handling and the chassis is stiff, but something about it doesn't sit in the corners right and it just doesn't feel as nice as the BMW from a handling and engagement perspective. The BMW also gets 34mpg highway and the clutch/shifter setup is buttery smooth.
I feel like I should wait and give the new G a try, but I have my doubts they are going to be able to 1-up BMW, with the overall direction that Nissan/Infiniti has been going lately with CVTs, borrowing Mercedes turbo motors, going to DBW steering, etc. It seems like they are going to more of a luxury/aesthetics route than performance, that and dealers have been telling me that allegedly Infiniti is no longer doing a 6MT sedan.
Anyone in the same boat or could offer some insight?
11-02-2012, 02:28 PM
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Well the new G will be reviled in January, how hard is it to wait untill that happens? Atleast you will get an idea of whats new and maybe some early driving impressions.
11-02-2012, 02:33 PM
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My previous qualms were with the E90 and non-Sport 328 - at the time of buying my G the new F30 was not out yet. It was amazing the difference the M Sport package makes, as well as being 6MT. I don't think I'd get one w/o the sport or 6MT.
$390/mo for the 328i I'm looking at (about $46k msrp) is a pretty good deal, and that's with "0" down. You can get a base for $339/mo as advertised but that is no comparison to the G.
Either way, I think I'll wait and see what happens in the market with the new G. Only thing I'm concerned about is the current G values dropping significantly once the new one comes out; it might be better to trade or sell now.
$390/mo for the 328i I'm looking at (about $46k msrp) is a pretty good deal, and that's with "0" down. You can get a base for $339/mo as advertised but that is no comparison to the G.
Either way, I think I'll wait and see what happens in the market with the new G. Only thing I'm concerned about is the current G values dropping significantly once the new one comes out; it might be better to trade or sell now.
11-02-2012, 02:37 PM
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