gfrisch14

OK. Sorry if this is a "rusty" subject, but:
1. Should I buy a new Q50 versus G37?
2. WHERE do I find new G37's?

Thanks,

GF

indowanksta88

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1. Your preference.....there are several threads on the forum to compare and contrast between the two cars.

2. Infiniti does not manufacture new 'G37' anymore, you can shop for a 'Q40'. Autotrader or truecar would be good starting point of reference.

alfredo24pr

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the "new" G37 or Q40 are limited trims with no sport package.

What are you looking for in a car?

CCM03

Not to mention the Q40 is only available in 4 colors....and no more manual.

I'd say Q50 Sport. They look sweet, and have a bunch of technology in the car.

TheLocNar

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That technology has been problematic though. It'll take awhile for most of the bugs to get ironed out, I'd suspect.

OP, if you're looking for a 6MT, you'll have to look elsewhere, unless you can find a used G37S somewhere. But if that's not an issue, you'll have to decide between the Q40 and Q50. Test drive both, and prioritize what you want from a new car.

Lego_Maniac

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1. Drive both
2. Put on your big boy pants and make a decision
3. Enjoy new car

solidsilver

Took the words right outta my mouth.

G37Xtreme

I'd wait another year or so before getting a new model. The rule of thumb is to wait until the 3rd year of a new car so all the bugs can be worked out.
We have a dealership who had 3 new G37 left about a month ago. If you really want a new one, I have to ask why.

Is it worth the depreciation to be the first one to fart in it? How would you know someone didn't fart in it during a test drive?

2011G37JOHNBEST

the Q50 in my opinion requires refinement, especially the central electronic panel... the review aren't good comparing to G37 - the "ultra reliable" .

remember, it's your car, just like any of us who loves G37 every single day - there is a reason for it, on this forum you dont find people constantly asking "why is my left panel can't unlock" that sort of questions on the "bimmerfest" :-)

good luck with your choice.

twin_snails

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I really love the Q50's design and lines, however, the infotainment system is a hot mess. There is functionality that is duplicated and it's not at all intuitive about how things should operate. With the G37/Q40, you can pretty much figure everything out on your own in about 5 minutes, because it operates the way that you think it should. There are a LOT of wrinkles in that system that need to be ironed out...I would start over honestly. I don't know how they can improve it in a mid model refresh without completely re-thinking everything from the buttons to the UI.

Also, there are new power train options rumored for the mid model refresh so I'll be waiting for that before I decide to even think about picking one up. I'm hearing 3.0 liter tt V6. VQ37 / 7AT is good but there's lots of room for improvement there, especially on power / torque and fuel economy.

Yadayada

I would say drive both and pick the one that speaks to you.

I personally would wait a year or two until you step up to the Q line. Good luck!

perdido34

I've had a Q50 several times while my G37x has been in for maintenance. I agree about the infotainment. Today, the radio wouldn't turn off while the "apps" were loading as I started the car. The controls are complicated, but less so than the 2010 Audi A4 I owned before the G, and I did get used to them after a few weeks.

The G50 doesn't have that rough-sounding ROAR when you put down the pedal, but it seems to have a little better acceleration. There are a lot of small improvements I like, such as being able to set the cruise control to a specific MPH. I like the seats a little better than those in my G (standard seats in both).