Originally Posted by kennyz424

Between a coupe and sedan it really depends on how much you're willing to spend and whether or not you need 4 doors. Sedans tend to be on the cheaper side but you can get a coupe for around the same price range just with a bit higher mileage.

As for sport vs base.
I'd HIGHLY recommend sport models.

Pros vs Cons between both

Pros of a sports model...

1. Bigger/nicer brakes (Akebono brakes)
2. Better body styling
3. Better suspension
4. Better seats
5. Paddle shifters
6. Better gearing & steering ratio
7. Better wheels/tires
8. I'm sure there's more I'm forgetting lol

Cons of a sports model...

1. NONE

This site should help you with more specific answers...

2011 Infiniti G37 Sedan Specifications | Infinitihelp.com

Best of luck with the search and any other questions just let stand know and keep us updated on what you end up going with!

Originally Posted by kennyz424

They make an XS model which is the awd sports version! Best of both worlds for those who need awd. I love my awd I live in NJ and we get some pretty harsh winters but not compared to Chi town lol

Originally Posted by dagger

But the AWD Sport model does not get the performance additions of the sports package correct? Thats what i'm getting from the link you sent me. Like the performance brakes, suspension, steering, etc.

Originally Posted by dagger

My choice has been narrowed down to a xS or an x year 2013-2013 and am only trying to spend around 20k. should i wait for the 17 q60 to come out for a drop in prices ?

Originally Posted by kickintheglass

This would be a wise strategy for those who are patient. 6MT values may not drop off by much but the 7AT's will surely flood the market once Q60 orders are being filled.

Originally Posted by dagger

By how much do you think the prices will drop? Couple g's?

Originally Posted by kickintheglass

My guess is as good as anyone's, but I would say a mild $1-2k. Dealerships would rather take a small gain from flipping the trade-in for a small profit than have to push inventory to other locations for losses. I would track the G's dealer trade-in value on a monthly basis with KBB/NADA/etc so you know what dealers are paying for the car, since it wouldn't make economical sense to sell it below this average value. You can also research how much additional depreciation hit the G35 when the G37 came out and use that as a baseline for historical trends

Originally Posted by dagger

Thing is i don't think I can technically afford a G with my current salary. I feel like maintenance as well as premium gas would be too expensive compared to say an 2013 accord. The G is definitely the better car but I don't think I have the luxury to own one and feel the smarter practical decision would be to go for an accord.

Thoughts?

Originally Posted by Epiphany

Don't make yourself car poor, it's good you're realizing this now instead of once you have the car already. Buy something mid range but decent for a couple years then treat yourself to a nicer car when the time is right.

Originally Posted by dagger

Thanks for the advice! What do you think of going for like a used lexus ls400 or should I go for the 2013 accord?

I'm trying to decide to go the cheaper used car route temporarily or go for a midrange level like you said.

I have about 5k saved for my down payment but I'm just not sure which route to take. Of course less car payments would be nice

Originally Posted by Epiphany

Without knowing the details of your financial situation