I'll need to get all season tires...or skip the sport package and get 18s then get some 19s in the spring time.....thoughts.
could probably get a better body kit....anyone have pics of how it looks with abnd without the sport package?

 

If you're contemplating the sport package just for the looks, I wouldn't get it. You can just get the wheel & tire package and save money from the dealer. You should only consider the sport package if you want it for the added performance touches, such as the bigger brakes, tuned suspension, and better LSD.

 

Just my own opinion, but if you are getting this car you are doing an injustice to it by not getting the Sport Package. Its like having this hot girlfriend who's got all the right curves but making her put on some huge bulky clothes and a ski-mask.

Ok so thats not the best analogy. Do what you want man, but IMHO, the G37 is not a complete car without the Sport Package.

 

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Although I do think that anyone who wants a G37 with or without the sport package is still better off than an alternate vehicle.

 

This car will probably meet your everyday performance needs even without the sport package. But without LSD hmmmm... I would get the sport package for that alone. If the non-sport came with LSD then there wouldn't be much of an extreme difference as regards handling alone. Handling feel on the other hand goes to the sport hands down. You get a quicker steering ratio and less body roll in the turns. But for everyday driving the non-sport will suit you just fine and will be sporty enough for those who want a refined driving experience but are not quite as picky as the rest of us.

 

I was thinking along the same lines Greg. I would liken it to dating a supermodel who won't put out. You'll look really cool to all your friends, but it just isn't worth the effort and maintenance.

Seriously, LSD and the big brakes make it worth the money for those alone. There is no difference in the appearance of the car with sport vs without it except for the "G37S" badge on the rear.

 

You do get a different front bumper with the sport package. But that's it appearance wise. The rest of the sport package goes a long to your driving needs.

But I wouldn't go as far as saying that the car isn't worth getting without the sports package. I haven't driven a non S model, but i'm sure it's still a nice drive. Plus, it's not like there's a difference engine wise. You still get the same amount of power as the S models do. But I do love the way my G37S drives now. I came from a modded G35 that didn't have the sport package, and the handling of the G37S is much better. I can make turns with so much more power now.

But like I said, you still get the same power. It's not like comparing a regular Impreza to an STI model. Plus, it sounds like he wants the car for the looks.

 

You would have to spend some time on the track to ever even notice the things that the sport package gives you. How often do you take a corner so fast that you need a way to apply more power as you are sliding? Then you don't need LSD. How often do you slam on the brakes from 50-100 mph repeatedly to the point where your brakes are overheating? Then you don't need upgraded brakes. The stiffer suspension will give you better cornering at high speeds but also a rougher ride. Do you need to improve your lap times by 3 seconds? Then you don't need stiffer suspension. Get the wheels and tires if you like them.

 

Get the sports package... You wont regret it man. It makes the car sportier even if you dont use it on the track... Plus the "S" looks sexy on the back, lol

 

You don't really have to take the car to the track to make all the features of the sport package useful. I can understand the LSD, but as far as the brakes go, I've had a few close calls in which I really wished that I had better performing breaks. As far as the suspension goes, it's a big difference even with "spirited driving". Also, your driving style determines whether or not you put to use the sport package.

 

No one has mentioned that you must have the sport pkg to get the upgraded seats as well. A major plus in my book and worth the money. In fact, when you consider everything that comes in the sport pkg it is the most bang for the buck in my opinion of all the options.

 

couldent have said it anybetter

bro its an msrp for 1800 bucks, u cant go wrong thats with bodykit and rims better handling. YOU CANT GO WRONG. and you have the S on the back which is the best part =)

 

^^ that's the best part? First thing I did was take off the G37S badge. My wife and I thought it was a big improvement ? The car nerd kid down the street said "Sweet, no more Corolla S"

 

yea i kno im prob going to shave the emblins my self lol but still just to say i have the sport makes me feel better i dnt kno bout anyone else

 

did you guys on the cold states get new tires and wheels? (all season tires)