What vehicle will be a worthy replacement for your sedan when it is time?
#2971
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^ agreed. I want to go test drive one myself and see.
Also, the new S3 has been announced.
https://www.autoblog.com/2020/08/11/...hPVMiCl0PAqEvY
Also, the new S3 has been announced.
https://www.autoblog.com/2020/08/11/...hPVMiCl0PAqEvY
#2972
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^ agreed. I want to go test drive one myself and see.
Also, the new S3 has been announced.
https://www.autoblog.com/2020/08/11/...hPVMiCl0PAqEvY
Also, the new S3 has been announced.
https://www.autoblog.com/2020/08/11/...hPVMiCl0PAqEvY
Point is, if I were to make a long list (and I probably will in the next couple years, LOL), I'd put the S3 on it and check it out.
Those huge HVAC pods on the drivers side might be very effective, but they sure look dumb. Also, a small toss-able car like that really should have a proper manual transmission.
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Interesting. My first impression, is the same--a disjointed sea of cheap plastic. At least the screen has ***** for presumably at least volume. I don't like the vertical orientation. Seats don't look very heavily bolstered, but it's an auto, and probably a CVT, so there is likely an upgraded seat available. Electronic parking brake. Hopefully, the interior is offset by a killer suspension setup and a ton of horsepower. But I doubt it. It's Subaru, CAFE, Covid, low volume......they aren't going to invest a ton of R&D into this car since the fanboys will buy it no matter what. Maybe I'm wrong
I saw that yesterday, too. Seems... small. Not that there's anything wrong with that. And not all small cars actually feel small inside (aka Mini Cooper). Just like not ever large car actually feels large inside (aka Challenger).
Point is, if I were to make a long list (and I probably will in the next couple years, LOL), I'd put the S3 on it and check it out.
Those huge HVAC pods on the drivers side might be very effective, but they sure look dumb. Also, a small toss-able car like that really should have a proper manual transmission.
Point is, if I were to make a long list (and I probably will in the next couple years, LOL), I'd put the S3 on it and check it out.
Those huge HVAC pods on the drivers side might be very effective, but they sure look dumb. Also, a small toss-able car like that really should have a proper manual transmission.
The current G70 is a surprisingly good handling car with AWD and is really tossable and fun to drive. I am waiting to try out the new version once it hits dealer lots to see what improvements they made.
Last edited by 4DRZ; 08-12-2020 at 05:16 PM.
#2974
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I dont recall if you have already checked out or considered the Infiniti Q70, but I feel if something happened to my G tomorrow, I would be going with either the M56x or a Q70 5.6x. Both of those would still give me the car I know, but also more power and comfort with a less stiff/sporty ride than the G. Just my 0.02
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I can't get beyond the Q70 styling. Don't like it. But I'm certainly interested in 4DRZ's test drive review of the G70. Been a while since he did one of those.
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Good to know. I wasn't trying to sway you from the G70 as I too really like the car and am also waiting patiently for local forum test driver to give us all a review. Just waiting....twiddling my thumbs.....
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I dont recall if you have already checked out or considered the Infiniti Q70, but I feel if something happened to my G tomorrow, I would be going with either the M56x or a Q70 5.6x. Both of those would still give me the car I know, but also more power and comfort with a less stiff/sporty ride than the G. Just my 0.02
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I'd consider the new Cadillac CT5-V or either the Q50 Sport, or Q50 Edition 30 to replace my '13 G37X sedan. The Cadillac CT5-V is a bit larger than the G (smaller trunk though) and should offer somewhat better performance (360 HP and 405 torque).
I really like the specs/looks of the 2018+ Q50's, but as everyone knows, they are getting a bit dated compared to other vehicles in the same segment.
I haven't sat in or been close to the CT5-V, but I wonder how the long term reliability would compare to the Infiniti, and question the build quality/use of some cheaper GM plastics in certain areas.
I really like the specs/looks of the 2018+ Q50's, but as everyone knows, they are getting a bit dated compared to other vehicles in the same segment.
I haven't sat in or been close to the CT5-V, but I wonder how the long term reliability would compare to the Infiniti, and question the build quality/use of some cheaper GM plastics in certain areas.
#2979
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Ford Marketing got to me, and I put down a deposit on the new Bronco. Nothing of course is final until the December build orders, but going to an SUV would be a huge change. I also really don't want to give up the G37S sedan since it's pretty rare to have a 6MT under 27,000 miles now.
The Bronco over-lander videos become a reachable aspiration during the pandemic
The Bronco over-lander videos become a reachable aspiration during the pandemic
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The ride comfort of the M/Q70 is almost similar to the G37, and same with the suspension. I’d also say that the M is better at absorbing bumps on the road. Another difference is that, surprisingly, the M-Q70 has a lot less body roll compared to the G. Handles sublime on canyon roads that surprises some of the other enthusiasts on the road since the car is not that common on the road. If you want extra comfort, look into the Q70L. You get an extra 6 inches of leg room in the back and the design looks more sleek and smooth. I like the styling of my short wheel base, since it is as curvy as Jennifer Lopez holding a coca cola bottle
If you’d want to make extra power, I’d recommend starting on removing all 4 catalytic converters. Bumps up power and still sounds stock with the stock exhaust.
If you’d want to make extra power, I’d recommend starting on removing all 4 catalytic converters. Bumps up power and still sounds stock with the stock exhaust.
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Thats a clean looking car. My initial thought was to black out the chrome window trim, but then it would look silly with only chrome handles so i think that little bit of chrome I can handle. Of course if I got one, I couldn't keep it fully stock either. A nice set of wheels along with a possible catback exhaust, but nothing too major.
#2984
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Ford Marketing got to me, and I put down a deposit on the new Bronco. Nothing of course is final until the December build orders, but going to an SUV would be a huge change. I also really don't want to give up the G37S sedan since it's pretty rare to have a 6MT under 27,000 miles now.
The Bronco over-lander videos become a reachable aspiration during the pandemic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3n8_ed8QTE
The Bronco over-lander videos become a reachable aspiration during the pandemic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3n8_ed8QTE
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