New member - 2008 TL Type-S
06-03-2009, 09:34 PM
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New member - 2008 TL Type-S
What's up everyone. I'm James, and new to this forum.
So my wife has a silver 2006 TL w/ navi, which she adores.
I had a 2007 Infiniti G35 coupe 6MT, which was great-looking, well-made and fast as hell.
A great weekend car, but I must be getting old because I found the harsh ride a bit much for my daily commute.
In fact, I found myself driving my wife's TL more and more because it was just so comfortable and well-rounded.
Well, the wife got a bit tired of me hording her ride!
So one day I traded the G in and picked up a TL for myself....
A 2008 TL Type-S in carbon bronze pearl, which is one of the most beautiful colors for a car I've ever seen.
Now we're one big happy TL family.
Thanks for looking!
So my wife has a silver 2006 TL w/ navi, which she adores.
I had a 2007 Infiniti G35 coupe 6MT, which was great-looking, well-made and fast as hell.
A great weekend car, but I must be getting old because I found the harsh ride a bit much for my daily commute.
In fact, I found myself driving my wife's TL more and more because it was just so comfortable and well-rounded.
Well, the wife got a bit tired of me hording her ride!
So one day I traded the G in and picked up a TL for myself....
A 2008 TL Type-S in carbon bronze pearl, which is one of the most beautiful colors for a car I've ever seen.
Now we're one big happy TL family.
Thanks for looking!
06-03-2009, 09:38 PM
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Hey James! Congrats on the upgrade from the G and welcome. Smart looking TL garage. But now your wife will be jealous of your Type S.
06-03-2009, 11:08 PM
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two TL garage.. that's hot.. it'll be funny when your wife starts taking your Type-S.. lol. Karma.
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06-03-2009, 11:17 PM
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Congrats, great car!!! You won't regret it. Welcome to the forum!! Your in good company, some really great people and info on here for you! Oh and the TYPE S is the man's car! no wife driving it! LOL jk
06-04-2009, 08:27 AM
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06-04-2009, 08:56 AM
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God I love CBP Type S's. I just bought myself a Type S although mine is Kinetic Blue Pearl. I bet the wife is gonna be a bit jealous now (and probably wanting to drive yours now) :-)
06-04-2009, 09:12 AM
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Welcome to the family. Thats a cute couple you got there in your garage
Im new to the TL family too. I only just got mine (same as yours!) about a month ago but have been reading AZINE for years now. I have to say the azine members, and their devotion to the model was part of the reason for my purchase. Don't get me wrong... I loved the TL before I found azine but it was fun to read all about their experiances and kinda fantasize about when I can finally get mine.
by the time I went to the dealership I knew more than they did. Thanks to everyone on here for sharing.
This is truly a good group of dudes. (and gals... I guess)
OK
Im hogging the thread.Enjoy it! I know I am!
Welcome home
06-04-2009, 09:26 AM
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Welcome to the forums! Beautiful cars, I actually like yours better but I'm biased. Enjoy her in the best of health!
Beautiful cars, I actually like yours better but I'm biased. Enjoy her in the best of health!
06-04-2009, 09:59 AM
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What's up everyone. I'm James, and new to this forum.
So my wife has a silver 2006 TL w/ navi, which she adores.
I had a 2007 Infiniti G35 coupe 6MT, which was great-looking, well-made and fast as hell.
A great weekend car, but I must be getting old because I found the harsh ride a bit much for my daily commute.
In fact, I found myself driving my wife's TL more and more because it was just so comfortable and well-rounded.
Well, the wife got a bit tired of me hording her ride!
So one day I traded the G in and picked up a TL for myself....
A 2008 TL Type-S in carbon bronze pearl, which is one of the most beautiful colors for a car I've ever seen.
Now we're one big happy TL family.
Thanks for looking!
So my wife has a silver 2006 TL w/ navi, which she adores.
I had a 2007 Infiniti G35 coupe 6MT, which was great-looking, well-made and fast as hell.
A great weekend car, but I must be getting old because I found the harsh ride a bit much for my daily commute.
In fact, I found myself driving my wife's TL more and more because it was just so comfortable and well-rounded.
Well, the wife got a bit tired of me hording her ride!
So one day I traded the G in and picked up a TL for myself....
A 2008 TL Type-S in carbon bronze pearl, which is one of the most beautiful colors for a car I've ever seen.
Now we're one big happy TL family.
Thanks for looking!
06-04-2009, 11:16 AM
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Thanks everyone
Wow, thanks to all of you for the very warm welcome. I can already tell I'm going to enjoy being a part of this forum. 
And now to answer a few of your queries....
Alas, fellas, it's a 5AT.
But I make no apologies because the paddle shifters w/ downshift rev-matching are loads of fun. They hold the gears quite nicely!
In all seriousness though, I think I'm getting old. While I loved my G coupe, it was just hell on my aging body day-in and day-out through grueling LA traffic. Those of you familiar with the G35 6MTs know that they have very harsh rides (the TL-S suspension feels like a Lincoln Towncar in comparison, I kid you not).
In looking for a replacement vehicle, I wanted something fast and fun but easy to drive and comfortable. I think the TL-S fits the bill quite nicely.
A few more comparisons between the TL-S and the G.....
1) The Honda engine is far smoother, but the Nissan VQ35HR had a more evenly distributed torque band (notably more low-end grunt). Numbers-wise, the two engines are comparable (286 HP/256 lb-ft torque v.s 293 HP/258 lb-ft torque). But I gotta say, the TL-S feels faster. The G was plagued by it's ridiculous weight (over 3600 lbs for a coupe!).
2) While the Gs are known for their distinctive exhaust note (which the fellas on the BMW forums mockingly describe as a "cow mooing"), I prefer the V8-like gurgle of the TL-S's quad exhaust pipes.
3) The suspension on the TL-S is a little too soft for my taste, but the suspension on the G was too stiff. I'd love something right in the middle.
4) The steering on the G was far more communicative and responsive. This is one of Infiniti's real strengths. It's the closest to BMW I've ever encountered in a Japanese car.
5) Interior fit and finish are vastly superior in the TL-S. The G35s are plagued with some of the most uncomfortable seats ever assembled by mankind.
At the end of the day, I am VERY happy with my trade and I look forward to actively participating in this forum.
And now to answer a few of your queries....
Alas, fellas, it's a 5AT.
But I make no apologies because the paddle shifters w/ downshift rev-matching are loads of fun. They hold the gears quite nicely!
In all seriousness though, I think I'm getting old. While I loved my G coupe, it was just hell on my aging body day-in and day-out through grueling LA traffic. Those of you familiar with the G35 6MTs know that they have very harsh rides (the TL-S suspension feels like a Lincoln Towncar in comparison, I kid you not).
In looking for a replacement vehicle, I wanted something fast and fun but easy to drive and comfortable. I think the TL-S fits the bill quite nicely.
A few more comparisons between the TL-S and the G.....
1) The Honda engine is far smoother, but the Nissan VQ35HR had a more evenly distributed torque band (notably more low-end grunt). Numbers-wise, the two engines are comparable (286 HP/256 lb-ft torque v.s 293 HP/258 lb-ft torque). But I gotta say, the TL-S feels faster. The G was plagued by it's ridiculous weight (over 3600 lbs for a coupe!).
2) While the Gs are known for their distinctive exhaust note (which the fellas on the BMW forums mockingly describe as a "cow mooing"), I prefer the V8-like gurgle of the TL-S's quad exhaust pipes.
3) The suspension on the TL-S is a little too soft for my taste, but the suspension on the G was too stiff. I'd love something right in the middle.
4) The steering on the G was far more communicative and responsive. This is one of Infiniti's real strengths. It's the closest to BMW I've ever encountered in a Japanese car.
5) Interior fit and finish are vastly superior in the TL-S. The G35s are plagued with some of the most uncomfortable seats ever assembled by mankind.
At the end of the day, I am VERY happy with my trade and I look forward to actively participating in this forum.
06-04-2009, 12:06 PM
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Great comparison thanks a lot and dont be ashamed to say its an automatic. My Type S is auto and thats fine with me I didnt want a manual daily driver. When I had my Corvettes those were certainly manual but for everyday im all about automatic.
06-04-2009, 01:50 PM
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06-04-2009, 05:57 PM
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Welcome to the forum. I bought a NBP '08 TL-S new, but when I saw the CBP on the lot and had to delay my decision because I couldn't decide. Finally went with the NBP but I would have been very happy with the CBP.
Enjoy...
Enjoy...
06-04-2009, 07:55 PM
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Congratulations! Awesome picutures
06-04-2009, 08:28 PM
#31
some like it stock
congrats - and thanks for the write up on the G35 vs type S. i considered the G35 (6MT) but went for the type S (6MT) instead. based on what i heard the TL was a better all-around car even if not quite a match on performance and handling, plus i've wanted one since they came out 
welcome to the forum. you will like it here.
welcome to the forum. you will like it here.
06-04-2009, 08:53 PM
#32
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Congrats on the purchase..
Great pic of both cars sitting by each other..
Great pic of both cars sitting by each other..
06-06-2009, 04:04 PM
#35
Instructor
Yeah I wish I could have gotten a 6MT but I don't wanna drive that in city traffic everyday ya know. 5AT is still fun... but you can just feel that manual would be a blast.
I would love to try out a TL-S 6MT one of these days. Any takers...
jk
I would love to try out a TL-S 6MT one of these days. Any takers...
jk
06-06-2009, 04:35 PM
#36
Burning Brakes
Nice stable.....
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