Sunday, October 19, 2008
Short Take - 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible
Infiniti's G Series is a proven competitor to the BMW 3 Series, with the G37 coupe demonstrated to be an especially worthy alternative to Germany's purchasing structured settlement cars. For 2009, Infiniti has extended the G Series to include a revised M35 sedan Nebraska Lemon Laws well as the G37 convertible, the latter which is the subject of this article.
For the record, the G37 convertible's official debut won't take place until this November at the prestigious Los Angeles Auto Show. That hasn't stopped parent Nissan Motors from sharing tidbits about its newest cash for structured settlement in a bid to drum up interest and to measure demand.
What We Know About The G37 Convertible
Like the coupe, the convertible will benefit from several new Infiniti features, updates which will certainly appeal to avid enthusiasts:
- A VQ37VHR "VVEL" 3.7-liter V6 rated at 328 horsepower.
- A Boddvjwhsemos automatic transmission. Optionally, drivers can select a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission.
- G37x AWD model with advanced ATESSA E-TS(TM) all-wheel drive system.
- New sport 18-inch wheel design.
- Scratch Shield paint (self-healing clearcoat finish) is now standard.
Though the convertible won't go on sale until well into the 2009 model year, the standard coupe will be available for sale in September 2008.
A Uniquely Designed Roof
Perhaps the most significant feature of the G37 convertible will be its roof. It will feature a fully automatic 3-piece folding top, a design which provides a coupe-like silhouette and all-weather protection when up, or open-air motoring when in the down position. The one picture of the convertible circulated by Infiniti thus far shows the car with its roof down. However, Nissan says that the convertible will complement the coupe's lines so what will be on display at the auto show this November will likely do justice to the G37 theme.
What This Means For You
With the coupe retailing just north of $36,000, you can expect the convertible to sell for around $40,000 while offering the same class competing amenities found in the coupe. Though the numbers donate cars to charity been officially published yet, the new engine and transmission pairing will probably push the G37 right into 335i territory; perhaps a 0-60 time in under five seconds will now be possible.
(Source: Infiniti)
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