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Old 03-12-2015 | 09:13 PM
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xS Package Sedan vs Coupe

You know after reading the bit about what the AWD Sport package contains, I went back and looked at the brochure for my 2012 G37xS Coupe and was surprised to see that with the Coupe had all the desired features, and the Sedan didn't.

From the brochure

G37x AWD Coupe Sport Package
■ Includes all G37x AWD Coupe equipment, plus:
■ Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD)
■ Sport-tuned suspension
■ Solid-magnesium paddle shifters mounted on steering column
■ 10-spoke,19-inch aluminum-alloywheelswithall-seasonperformancetires
■ 4-piston front and 2-piston rear calipers, with 14.0-inch front and 13.8-inch rear brake discs
■ Unique front fascia
■ Rear spoiler
■ Front sport seats with manual thigh extension and driver’s power torso and thigh support adjustment
■ Unique sport steering wheel stitching
■ Aluminum pedals and footrest

After looking at the brochure, I can see why someone might be confused about the details, as the sedan and coupe are significantly with the xS package.

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Old 03-12-2015 | 10:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Northern Man
You know after reading the bit about what the AWD Sport package contains, I went back and looked at the brochure for my 2012 G37xS Coupe and was surprised to see that with the Coupe had all the desired features, and the Sedan didn't.

From the brochure

G37x AWD Coupe Sport Package
■ Includes all G37x AWD Coupe equipment, plus:
■ Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD)
■ Sport-tuned suspension
■ Solid-magnesium paddle shifters mounted on steering column
■ 10-spoke,19-inch aluminum-alloywheelswithall-seasonperformancetires
■ 4-piston front and 2-piston rear calipers, with 14.0-inch front and 13.8-inch rear brake discs
■ Unique front fascia
■ Rear spoiler
■ Front sport seats with manual thigh extension and driver’s power torso and thigh support adjustment
■ Unique sport steering wheel stitching
■ Aluminum pedals and footrest

After looking at the brochure, I can see why someone might be confused about the details, as the sedan and coupe are significantly with the xS package.
There is mixed information from Infiniti about the VLSD actually being installed on the AWD sport coupe. Very similar to the fact that online, Infiniti says that the AWD sport coupe gets the sport tuned steering, but it definitely doesn't - which follows the information you have posted.

I would find it useful if someone with an AWD sport coupe jacked up their rear end and took a video of rotating a wheel to confirm if the VLSD is actually present or not. This would certainly provide a definitive answer.
Old 03-17-2015 | 03:10 PM
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Alright, got it! Was able to put down $20K on the car, got it for $26,400. 2013 model, a little less than 23K miles, with navigation, moonroof, and Bose system.





Couple of things wrong with it that wasn't wrong with the 2011 model I was looking at (that admittedly, had 29K miles and didn't have the navigation yet the place was still wanting $25,918 for): the front grill has a gash in it,



and there's a few interior trim problems.





I'm gonna have to get new parts from Infiniti for them (not doing an aftermarket trim kit, I like the brushed metal Infiniti trim pieces actually) and I know I'll take better care of the interior than the previous owner did.

Also, I noticed using one of the key fob brings the low key battery indicator on the dash....I just replaced the key fob battery this morning with the same exact battery type (2032 3V) and the low key battery indicator still comes on on startup. The other key fob (it came with two, thank God) doesn't do this. I'm going to swing by the dealership to see what they have to say about this.

Overall, so far great car, lots of power, the iPod interface is awesome. Navigation is awesome. Handling is very good for a car of this type. Now to order some weather mats and a sunshade for it...
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Old 03-17-2015 | 03:59 PM
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Nice to hear that you found what you were looking for. Might be able to pick up a grill on the site for a nice price and if you want to wrap the interior trim it's not too tough. Shoot me a PM if you want the link.
Old 03-17-2015 | 04:01 PM
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^ Thanks. I might be interested in the grill....for the interior I'm sticking with replacing OEM Infiniti parts. $$$$, I know, but I doubt I'll ever have to replace them again. I'm very picky about interiors.
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