dragcl

Finally getting rid of my CL-S, planning on either getting an Infiniti G35 Coupe or an 04' STi. This is a tough decision for me, what do you guys think I should go with?

Thanks for your input, I really appreciate it.

BEETROOT

g35c

I bet the sti is fun as hell to drive, and its a great car...but just a little too goofy looking for my taste

mattg

i would get the STI.


the g35 is nice but there's just something about the STI that makes me want one.

Dem1K

iTrader: (1)

i'd prefer an Evo

but....in your circumstance....i'd probably go w/ an STI just for the fucking fact that its an "STI". Both the STI and Evo are legends in their own time...you won't regret your purchase

For reals tho....you're comparing apples to oranges...2 completely different cars. One gives you the pimp status with luxury and style, while the other gives you amazing performance, handling, and seats 5 Not to mention that its a legend, hehe. Go for whatever fits your personal need, AND desire!

liloj

http://www.acura-cl.com/forums/showt...&highlight=g35


my thread should answer most questions...too bad i havent gotten it yet ...have to wait till after the summer

GunMetaL CLSPiG

I will get the EVO

liloj

also depends on if you want luxury or speed....you can get a lot of speed from the STi...but not with the comfort and luxury of the g35(also has some speed to)....your choice

luxury and cruising....

speed and racing....wouldnt wanna have the STi as an every day driver if you have a lead foot...youll go through gas like crazy

my

1killercls

I would never get a G35...Evertime I see them (ALOT IN MY AREA) some old broad is driving one. I would get teh Subi!

95gt

apples and oranges

2 door luxury sports coup vs 4 door sports car.

I hate you for having to make such a tough choice

I have been wanting an sti lately. You have no need for AWD though. I say go G35. It just looks too good to pass up and has plenty of balls.

liloj

hush old man....j/k......do you not like it cause everyone has one or something specific u dont like about it?

Scrib

G

Type S Lady

G35

ferizzo

damn tough call as both are awesome. If you have another car get the STi. I'll tell you what, I say tons more G coupes (although they never get old) than I do STis....as a matter of fact I think I've seen less than 10 my whole life in person yet I've seen 10 Gs in a week.

Bluto

Go test drive both, you'll know instantly.


G35C, should be easy to find a test drive.


STI may be difficult. Some dealers may not allow you to take out an STI. Post on some forums, find a local owner, get a real test drive/ride in a car that is broken in.

http://www.imprezawrxsti.com/
http://www.nasioc.com


I'd stay away from the EVO. It is a great car, Mitsubishi is an awful company.

Black CL-S 4-Life

Evo

03typeS6spd

the G is

GreenMonster

That's not far from the truth tho'

Most young people would opt for the Subie (or evo), but I think the G35 appeals to an older crowd (especially the sedan).

There aren't that many cars out today that would work for me as a daily summer/winter driver.

The G35c and the Subie are probably the 2 cars I would look at today if I was buying (with the BMW 330 making the list). All can be had with AWD, and the pricing is similar. The g35 looks to be a bigger car, with the subie being more "rally inspired".

Drive both and see what one you like better.

I'm sticking w/ the CLS for awhile, as there isn't another vehicle on the market that fits my compromised expectations for sport/luxury/style/speed and value in a coupe form.

123456SPEED

I could never give up my CL (6 speed) for those cars. I assume you have an automatic CL, 01??
The G35 coupe is not bad, but I still prefer the CL 6 speed to the G35. The CL is more refined, more quality, much better interior.
The only car that has tempted me in the past is the BMW 5speed 330 coupes, but they are overpriced, less comfortable, less features, less power. Shifter in the CL is the best.
Of your choices I'd go G35, but again, I'd only buy a 6 speed.

03typeS6spd

couldn't be put any better... cl-s 6 dominates as soon as you use that little word value...

phil2

I would wait for the evo MR It has a little bit better interior than the current evo and is more fun to drive (i guess) than the sti or the g35c

GreenMonster

Value is the main reason I bought a CLS 6spd instead of a BMW 330. I didn't think that RWD was worth $10K or so. The 330 spec'd the way I'd want it has an MSRP of $42, and I really didn't want to buy a used 2001 330.

With the CLS having a shitty resale, a used CLS 6spd may be an even better bang for the buck now (prices in the low 20's).

Scrib

You're kidding, right? Quality better in the CL? Have you read the recent posts about the leaking sunroofs, the rattles? Have you seen the JD Power surveys that put Infiniti in the top three, ahead of Acura in reliability?

Less comfortable? Less features? The sport seats in the Bimmer are wonderful. And what about the rain sensing windshield wipers? The bi-Xenon headlights? Power seats that go every way imaginable??? Hardly seems like less. And a 5/6mt 330 will hold it's own... Not the quickest, but it's not built for straightline runs. Go to a road course and run it against your CL.

Chaptorial

From that list i'd pick the G. STi doesn't do anything for me.

03typeS6spd

easy scrib... dont go raggin too hard on the horse that you rode in


the g is sweet but a bit more $, the 330 is sweeter but a lot more $$$


at least vs. the cl-s 6

F23A4

Just my $.02 but, if I want all out speed for $35G (new) I'd go for the SVT Cobra. Unless the asphalt is wet, the STi cant touch it. But, if I'm willing to sacrifice some performance for some luxury I'd get the G35C 6MT. (1/2 step up from the CL-S at best)

The STi (not to mention base WRX and Evo) is a car that you'll more than likely grow out of in short order. It's good at going straight and fast but, nothing else. And I def wouldnt trade the CLS for one.

To be honest trading up from a CLS to an 04 TL 6MT makes much more sense. Again just my $.02.

Peace.

03typeS6spd

the cobra is a beast, but the general prefernce of this board seems to lean a little towards the

brian6speed

iTrader: (5)

heh funny you said that i just saw a black 2001 330ci at my acura dealer. It is the 5 speed manual and has 20,000 miles. It had sport package and all the goodies. They are asking 24,000 for it. Seemed like a pretty decent price to me. It was in great condition too.

phil2

Because the STi doesnt come in a :ghey: pansyass automatic for you :P :gaylaugh:

Rock2534

I would go with the G myself. Unless you have several cars and want one just for sport, then the STI becomes an option. But if you want one car that is sporty, yet classy, I would stick with the G35C.

03typeS6spd

that sounds oddly low... kbb for a car like that is 28-29, unless you have the world's only non-stuck up bmw dealer???

1killercls

Because I see like 100 of them a day. I like cars that have some exclusivity attached to them. I rarley see CL's around here..I like that.

I think I have only seen one STI..and it was at the dealer...

GreenMonster

I've got rattles, I just posted about my leaking moonroof. Have I told you that I've had both lower control arms replaced too I truely think I've got a monday morning or friday afternoon car

I had less quality issues with my 94 Ford thunderbird in 136K vs 20K miles on my CLS I had the belt tensioner fail on the Tbird at 58K miles (covered under warrenty). Interesting that I've also hae the tensioner replaceD on the CLS too (under the recall before it failed). Acura won't score many points on quality with me. Value, yes. Quality, no.

edit:

I've got a real problem with Acuras perceived vs. actual quality. I don't think they are built as well as people think they are.

Oh, and the G35 is built in Japan and not in the USA like a Ford or Acura.

Scrib

Yeah, and I sold my horse to the slaughter house because it shat trannys every day.

Chaptorial

Thats right it don't. But it should.

tmk70

We should have a separate forum for threads like this. :shakehd:

Chaptorial

You mean the glue factory.

03typeS6spd

you eat horse???


i am more of a cow guy..

Scrib

No...

Haven't you ever had mystery meat?

03typeS6spd

:hurryup:

phil2

He has had the mystery meat...he is lying :bananahump: :gaylaugh: