sharabi

I own a 99 maxima but i totaled it. People are telling me I should get a 3.2 TL Type S or a G35. Any other opinions ? What made you guys want to get a TL?

PeterUbers

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I got the TL-S at the time b/c for $35,000 OTD, that was the best car (IMO) to be had.

I wouldn't get the G, but I'd consider a new Max w/ all the trimmings, or a pre-driven 330i w/ the sport pkge.

garylee55

I got my G35 with everything my TL-S had...except the Navi for $1k LESS than what I paid for my old TL-S (and I got almost 2K off of both my TL-S and my G when I bought them).

Really, it is up to you though. Driving a G is a TOTALLY different feel than driving the TL-S. To me the G is smoother, quieter, holds the road better, corners better, and is just as fast while being more stable at higher speeds. It also brakes better. The TL-S had more comfortable seats than the G does...but that is the only thing I miss from my TL-S.

The look of the G is not for everyone...to me the TL-S, while boring to many, is a beautiful car...also, the G has a uniqueness that is not overstated...IMHO...you will need to examine your own design/style sensibilities.

paultl

get the g35 or wait till next year and see what the new TL-S has to offer.

but right now you can get some kick ass deals for a TL-S with navi! something around invoice plus 3% or less.

good luck

vandy786

If you want something very new, wait til the new TL comes out. If you want to save money and want a TL, get one right now. Otherwise, get a Maxima as someone suggested. They can pull hard and be loaded up easily without too much cost (I spent a lot of time in one yesterday ).

SSItls

I drove the G & really liked it however I ended up getting a used GS400 that just kicks a**. for less than either a new tl or G35.

1SICKLEX

search or search....

BJSTLS

My Wife got a G35 as a loaner when she brought her car into the infiniti dealer. I drove it and was impressed with the ride. Personally, I just don't like the lights in the front or the back. From the side, the car looks sweet, but the front and back are fugly. As far as being quieter than the TL-S, I'd have to disagree. The G35 is not nearly as quiet as I expected, after reading posts on this forum. The acceleration seemed about the same with the G35 and my TLS and handling on the G35 seemed about the same as the TLS (although, I probably don't push my car around the corners as much as you guys, so I'm not one to compare the handling!!)

One little annoyance (very little!!): The seat controls were on the right upper side of the driver's seat. Although, this is easy to access, it has GREAT potential of being a dirt collector!

All in all, nice car. The look is not my style, but the ride quality was good, but I would not say it is better than the TLS. My wife who could care less about cars thought my TL-S had a better feel to it.

chrism7855

hasn't this question been beaten to death?

hemants

do you need four doors?

do you need a large back seat?

if the answer is no then I would get an RSX type S or WRX

If you want a larger car then all three TLS, CLS, G35 are good choices. Depends on what door config and drive train you want.

Personally I bought an A4 1.8 Turbo Quattro for my fun car and a TLS as a fun luxurious spacious family highway cruiser.

NsX Pilot

IM glad someone feels as i do....you took the words rite out of my mouth

garylee55

If you read the original post, sharabi was soliciting opinions...

AC

DO NOT GET A RSX TYPES... you will be very very dissapointed with its lack of torque. I think the WRX is a good bargain plus you can drive the thin in the winter time. I assume your budge is about $30k's. How about a used GS400? A used descent 540 will run you past $35K so I'm not sure if that's an option.

ferizzo

Also note that the GS4 is getting a redesign shortly as well (not sure if it makes a difference or not whether you have an older model). If new is what you want then I don't think you can go wrong with a TLS, G or Max. Drove all thoroughly and Good Luck

sharabi

I am going to take a look on 2 cars thanks for helping me narrow it done.
1. Acura TL-S
2. Lexus GS 300 or 400 whichever i get a better deal on

SCWells72

I drive a GS430 now and would agree that a used GS4 properly L-Tuned (I have suspension, exhaust, and steering upgrades) is a heck of a ride.

I also owned a 2000 TL before the GS and had considered waiting for the TL-S before deciding on the GS.

I really like the TL-S and the G35, but what I've told several friends recently is that if I were in the market right now for a $30-35K car, the forthcoming G35 6M would have my $$$. I'm a big fan of front engine, RWD cars. I've driven both the TL-S and the G35, and I like the way the G35 handles much better than the TL-S (though I have only driven a stock TL-S). I like the interior of the TL-S more, but not dramatically so, and that's purely subjective anyway. I also think the aftermarket for the G35 shows more potential than the TL-S' aftermarket given that it shares engine and chassis with the G35 Coupe and 350Z.

As people are fond of saying, you're going to be happy either way you go. Drive them both and choose the one you prefer. Don't listen to other people say that one looks better than the other or one brand has more respect than the other. Form your own opinions and go with them. You have to live with the car (fortunately these are both easy cars to live with!).

Have fun...

chrism7855

hence.... search.

i mean.. if we're going to continually beat subjects down. lets bring them all out. clear corners.... zaino v. macguires... navi v non-navi, bulbs, stock body kit v. ww, .. just do a search. not that difficult. here are instructions:

1. hit search button
2. type in g35
3. read the threads
4. form your own opinions


steps 1+2+3+4 = not having the same topics posted over and over and over again.

OhioCLS6

if it bothers you that much dont read them

garylee55

Some valid points...but there opinions can change over time...especially with the G being such a new car. It's always nice to see if there are any fresh opinions (from new members to the board)...so, give everyone a chance to state an opinion.

I would say, just don't read it if you feel it's been beat to death.

OhioCLS6

WOW ...............we actually agree on this

hemants

Sharabi! (stop drinking)

I would NOT pick a GS300 over a G35. We're talking 5 years of car and horsepower evolution between those two designs.

garylee55

Cool...

sharabi

If i get a lexus im getting the GS 400 test drove both like the 400 better and i would take a maxima over buying a g35

BLEXV6

I do not want to sound the reliability alarms, but I would never buy a first year model of any car in the first 6 months, even if it was a dependable Nissan product. I heard that the new Altima is having all kinds of problems that dropped Nissan down the reliability chart. I think the G-35 probably has many parts in common. I know a guy who makes Corollas and he says that the first 6 months or so there are a lot of teething problems on a new model And thats from the Cambridge plant in Canada that has won many awards for quality not to mention the Corolla is usually very reliable.

Besides all that, the G-35 is increadibly fugly, both front and back.

I have not heard of any tranny issues though. YET! I suspect if Garylee has a tranny issue with his G-35 he will likely shoot himself.

garylee55

Firstly, the current model G has been out for 1.5 years in Japan as a Nissan Skyline...also ALL cars have minor build issues that should be no more than mere annoyances that the dealer can quickly fix...not major component failures.

I test drove a Mercedes C320...what a GREAT car...but the electronic displays suddenly switched to Spanish in the middle of scrolling through them...and even though the language was still set to English, they would only display in Spanish. The Salesperson said they would throw in free Spanish Lessons and chuckled...I said 'See ya'!

As I said earlier about the G, the styling certainly isn't for everyone...just as you think the G is ugly, my neighbor laughed at my $33k HONDA when I brought my TL-S home...he really got a charge out of it when the tranny went...and especially when the 2nd one failed!

If my tranny goes in the G, my next car will be a 6 spd something...but guess what...it will NEVER be another Honda product after the way Acura Customer Service treated me...and I don't mean the dealer...I mean the SouthEast Acura Rep.

In the end, a car purchase is an individual decision. Buy what suits you best...weigh opinions, read as much as you can, remember that an automaobile is just a machine built by humans, and therefore, none of them are perfect...look for good customer service, and don't let people take advantage of you!

Monte TLS,MAX

Yes the rear on that G isnt that great, but I just love the VQ.

BLEXV6

[QUOTE]Originally posted by garylee55
[B]

Firstly, the current model G has been out for 1.5 years in Japan as a Nissan Skyline...also ALL cars have minor build issues that should be no more than mere annoyances that the dealer can quickly fix...not major component failures.

I agree with you on this one, however the G-35 is being newly built in the USA and with new equipment and lack of familiarity with the car by employees and new suppliers of parts, I think you will still have those initial problems. All I am saying is I would wait about 6 months for the teething problems to be worked out of ANY car. That said, I bought a 2 month into production 1992 Accord EX which never gave me any problems (190,000 miles when I sold it). Mind you it was made in Japan, prior to cost cutting measures by auto manufacturers.

I also know you are soured on Hondas, and rightly so as I would also be pissed if my tranny went on a new vehicle. I would however likely move to Toyota, despite their boring style.

garylee55

[QUOTE]Originally posted by BLEXV6
[B]Actually, the G is built in Japan; the Altima is built in the US...

Inspire

exactly....:o

Inspire

The front of the G is nice... but the rear.... I don't know... don't quite match... Definitely not my style.:yack:

garylee55

I thought that at first too...but the LEDs look too cool...that won me over.

SSItls

GS4 is the way to go I love mine after a week. v8 Torque rules.

BLEXV6

Sorry, I stand corrected. If its built in Japan its likely of better quality.

1SICKLEX

I don't think the G35 offers anything NOW the 5 yr OLD GS 300 has, but it should not, 2 diff. leauges here. Oh yeah, it is a helluva lot faster:p . You could twin turbo the GS 300 though

The Altima is built in Tennessee and when the new FULL SIZE TRUCK factory opens in Mississippi, Altimas will be built there too, very confidence inspiring

hemants

FWIW I hear what you're all saying about the G35 rear but I saw one with no spoiler and BBS wheels and my jaw dropped.

i think the stock wheel offsets are too large (ie. the wheels don't stick out enough) and give the car a milder look.

Something to consider.