To S or not to S - that's my question
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Sport Package
- Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD)
- 10-spoke 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with W-rated summer performance tires
- Sport-tuned suspension
- 4-piston front and 2-piston rear calipers, with 14.0-inch front and 13.8-inch rear brake discs
- Unique front fascia and side sills
- Front sport seats with thigh extension and driver’s power torso and thigh support
- Solid magnesium paddle shifters mounted on steering column
- Unique sport steering wheel stitching
- Aluminum pedals
I've driven the S and non-S... got the S.
Just this past Saturday I made a run with another G37 and (4) G35 coupes on a twistie HWY here in the Sacramento area.
I like to think I have pretty decent skills, but a couple of the G35 drivers were in shock that my suspension was stock. They were amazed at how well the car handles around curves with almost no body roll. One of the G35's is kitted up with coilovers, sways and strutbars, and even he said he had a hard time keeping up...
I'd say that for the not-so-often time when you want to go out and ENJOY your car... the S makes it that much more enjoyable.
I highlighted one of the Sport Package options for you.. the suspension IS different, and it's worth it.
- Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD)
- 10-spoke 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with W-rated summer performance tires
- Sport-tuned suspension
- 4-piston front and 2-piston rear calipers, with 14.0-inch front and 13.8-inch rear brake discs
- Unique front fascia and side sills
- Front sport seats with thigh extension and driver’s power torso and thigh support
- Solid magnesium paddle shifters mounted on steering column
- Unique sport steering wheel stitching
- Aluminum pedals
I've driven the S and non-S... got the S.
Just this past Saturday I made a run with another G37 and (4) G35 coupes on a twistie HWY here in the Sacramento area.
I like to think I have pretty decent skills, but a couple of the G35 drivers were in shock that my suspension was stock. They were amazed at how well the car handles around curves with almost no body roll. One of the G35's is kitted up with coilovers, sways and strutbars, and even he said he had a hard time keeping up...
I'd say that for the not-so-often time when you want to go out and ENJOY your car... the S makes it that much more enjoyable.
I highlighted one of the Sport Package options for you.. the suspension IS different, and it's worth it.
We've got a lot of sick, twisty backroads here in Marin that I'd love to carve-up with this car... i'll let my fiance worry about getting something smooth & comfy for longer road-trips - this is gonna be my joy ridah!
Thx again to all for the input - most helpful!
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I've emailed a part's guy, but according to Infiniti Mission Viejo, there is no difference in the springs on these cars. Sway bars and LSD yeah, same spring. Of course he sounded like he was trying to sell me Eibach's so he could have been somewhat bias. But its just a simple part # verification.
Ok then, sold.
We've got a lot of sick, twisty backroads here in Marin that I'd love to carve-up with this car... i'll let my fiance worry about getting something smooth & comfy for longer road-trips - this is gonna be my joy ridah!
Thx again to all for the input - most helpful!
We've got a lot of sick, twisty backroads here in Marin that I'd love to carve-up with this car... i'll let my fiance worry about getting something smooth & comfy for longer road-trips - this is gonna be my joy ridah!
Thx again to all for the input - most helpful!
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Here is my opinion-
Non S rides just like a slightly firmer version the previous generation G coupe w/o the sport package- but with the sport wheels. The non-S however feels more ridgid in it's chasis with minimal chasis/body flex. The S takes that to a slightly higher level. The steering is a bit quicker in the S than the non S.
The ride in the S is still a nice ride although firmer. The non- S will filter about 10 to 15% more bumps in the road than the S.
I like the S for the reason (among others) that it has LSD. It makes a difference in tight turns especially when wet.
The non-S however will still be a very good handling car even without the sports package.
Non S rides just like a slightly firmer version the previous generation G coupe w/o the sport package- but with the sport wheels. The non-S however feels more ridgid in it's chasis with minimal chasis/body flex. The S takes that to a slightly higher level. The steering is a bit quicker in the S than the non S.
The ride in the S is still a nice ride although firmer. The non- S will filter about 10 to 15% more bumps in the road than the S.
I like the S for the reason (among others) that it has LSD. It makes a difference in tight turns especially when wet.
The non-S however will still be a very good handling car even without the sports package.
Last edited by KAHBOOM; May 13, 2008 at 05:18 PM.
Ehh?? Haha I didn't know the seats were different. Learn somethin new every day. 
Just weigh out the differences. You'll be paying a bit more for tires with the sports package, but you'll handle better than one without. You'll get bigger brakes (although I think their stopping power should be better given their size), but will you really need them. Is it worth the extra $xxxx dollars. Etc...
Just weigh out the differences. You'll be paying a bit more for tires with the sports package, but you'll handle better than one without. You'll get bigger brakes (although I think their stopping power should be better given their size), but will you really need them. Is it worth the extra $xxxx dollars. Etc...
Last edited by chasemyaccord; May 13, 2008 at 05:04 PM.
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Well I didn't think the extra cost was worth it to me because i wanted to change the suspension, brakes, rims, and maybe add a lip kit all around. If I got the S, I would have paid more for a suspension I would have changed out, a rim set that I didn't need, and a different front bumper that I didn't really like more than the journey anyhow. So that was my thinking.
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I just cared about getting the 19" wheels at the time. And I think the reason why all the S model was $3-$5K more than non-S was the options that came with the car, that's why I didn't get it. My original plan was go to Infiniti and come out with a base Model G37 for like $33-$35k. But they didn't have any base model there, which I'm glad they didn't, because I'll be the only guy here with a base model G37.
What part of the front looks different? I was not aware of that.
The brakes on the S model do look nice though. There's a guy on ebay selling his S model brakes for $2k. I don't think it's worth it, I'd rather save it towards wheels.
What part of the front looks different? I was not aware of that.
The brakes on the S model do look nice though. There's a guy on ebay selling his S model brakes for $2k. I don't think it's worth it, I'd rather save it towards wheels.
Last edited by fmrlegend; May 14, 2008 at 09:48 AM.
The Sport Package is $1850 over a base journey.
For that you get LSD- that in itself is near $1000.00 not including the cost for installation which would likely cost at least $300.00.
So for an additional $500 to $800 you get sportier seats, paddle shifters, 19' wheels a big brake kit, aluminum pedals etc...
I think it is well worth the money even if you are thinking about modifying your suspension and changing out your wheels etc... You can always sell those OEM parts individually and actually profit a little compared to what you would pay from the factory.
For that you get LSD- that in itself is near $1000.00 not including the cost for installation which would likely cost at least $300.00.
So for an additional $500 to $800 you get sportier seats, paddle shifters, 19' wheels a big brake kit, aluminum pedals etc...
I think it is well worth the money even if you are thinking about modifying your suspension and changing out your wheels etc... You can always sell those OEM parts individually and actually profit a little compared to what you would pay from the factory.