Originally Posted by JDM_CPV35

I want to give a designer's perspective on the Gen 2 coupe. They went from sports coupe to 2 door family car. This analysis is purely based on the pictures that have been released so far. All the sexiness the current G possesses is gone. Here's my analysis, not that anyone cares, and perhaps my negativity will 'make more sense':



The Front
The swooping front fascia looks NOTHING like the concept. Headlights look GREAT, much better than the current headlights, but thats where it ends. I agree with the SC430ish statement made by a few members. I feel that the elongated trapezoidal bumper ducts are a signature G design element. That is gone now. The grill is okay, but I feel the current grill is a bit nicer.




The Side
They managed to keep the voluptuous roof line our cars have, which is a good thing. This I would say is another signature G design element. From the side, it still maintains a nice profile, but those ugly lower valence indentations (both on the concept and production car) are very out of place. At least they toned the indentations down a bit for the production version. They have no flow with the rest of the side, and looks like an afterthought. Wheels look pretty cool, but lack the sportiness the oem 18" and 19" wheels had.



The Rear
This is where I feel the most harm was done. The tail lights kind of resemble the current ones, but I think they are just a bit too big. The concept's tail lights were a pretty good size. Good thing to see they kept the dual LED rings on the tail lights for the production version. The concept had the nice integrated exhaust, but I knew that wasn't going to make it into the production version. Instead they chose to go with a simple rear valence, which in my opinion does the job. I can say that it is my favorite part of the rear. Now, on to that eyesore that is the chrome "bubble" on the edge of the rear deck lid. I think that is such a bad call from the design department. Even on the sedan, that thing just looks out of place. When you order the sport package (on the sedan) the wing just sits on top of that 'goiter'. I assume the coupe will be the same. Oval exhaust looks nice, flows nicely with the rear valance.



The Interior
WOW! The interior looks GREAT! They managed to keep it looking like the concept's interior like 80%. Love the waterfall center console, and the more adjustable seats. I wish that they had mush this much attention to the exterior though.

Conclusion
Having gone to design school and earning a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design, a have a different perspective on most things. I have a pretty good sense of style, and can usually point out good design. All I can say is that I am glad I purchased the my G the year I did. I have a feeling that the mechanical side of things on the new G is where it shines. The growl of the new VQ must be amazing, with its dual intakes. The interior design is a work of art, but doesn't make up for the lack of exterior design. Unfortunately, on a scale from 1-10, I give the new G an 5.5, whereas the current G gets a 8.5. I know that there will be many people angry over this analysis, but hey, we all have opinions, and I will stick by mine. I can honestly say that the Gen 2 sedan looks much sexier that the gen 2 coupe. My hat goes off to you Gen 2 sedan owners, the G coupe > G sedan battle may soon see its tables turned.

Originally Posted by ndlive

just saw it. i might be the only one, but i like the current interior better. maybe i'm oldschool , but i don't really like these new "futuristic, spaceship-looking" interiors that the new cars are coming out with...

Originally Posted by Ahujadaddy

Last gen exterior was WOW, interior was eeehhh. Now it seems ppl are feelin the opposite. heh
If this exterior was used on last gen coupe, i bet ppl woulda been all over it cuz its somthing "new" but now we are used to how sexxy the G already looks so it's not like groundbreaking or anythin

Originally Posted by bostonmerlin

i agree.. the car looks awesome. my old 04c looks dated.. this bad boy is a definate improvement.. inside and out. i never liked the current g's rear.. nor did i ever like the interior. It was the entire package. The same can be said about the g37.. except for me.. the entire package has improved many times over!

In the end.. it comes down to mass appeal. i dont need a "designer" telling me what's wrong with a car.. just like me saying how badly a "designer" designs cars! Opinions are like.... everybody has one! including me.

Taken another way.. how many people realy care if a movie gets a bad review by Ebert & Roeper (formerly Siskel & Ebert).. who cares!! it just might appeal to me.




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Originally Posted by JDM_CPV35

I'm not telling you whats wrong with it, just giving my opinion. 9 times out of 10 when Ebert & Roeper give negative regards on a film, they are right. The only reason I made this analysis is to give the perspective of someone that draws pretty pictures all day for a living. I too (like the designers who designed this car) have some formal training in design basics, so I figured I would make an educated analysis. I figured having my background, those that dislike the car as well will have someone with a design background on their side. After all, when you are sick you go to a doctor. When your car is broken you go to a mechanic. So why not go to a designer for opinions on design? Sorry if I aggravated you, totally not my intention.

Originally Posted by twin_snails

I think you gave a great analysis. I don't think you were "being a designer who told people everything that was wrong" with the car. You stated that it was merely your opinion and as someone who has some formal design training as well (not industrial design but I get it nonetheless), I appreciate your take.

Originally Posted by JDM_CPV35

Actually I indeed went to school for industrial design, which is pretty much designing for any given industry. I have formal training in product design, furniture design, automotive design, environmental design, graphic design, packaging and pop design as well. I have a pretty well-rounded design background. BTW thanks for not going berserk on me like a few others. Glad you noticed it was just an opinion.

Originally Posted by G35CoupeToronto

The difference b/w old gen & new is only marginal that isnt enough and we expected much more. Weve been used to the old gen, and the new gen is minimal change in my opinion.

Originally Posted by muscarel

Differences are minimal? The differences between the old coupe and the '07 sedan were huge. Infiniti went ahead and added and improved on the sedan with this new coupe.

7500 rpm redline, new engine, larger engine, better handling, less flexible chassis, better interior, more technology, bigger brakes. How is that "marginal"?

Design is subjective, and the opinions people have is all welcome - but how can you call the changes marginal?

April 6th car show will be the deciding factor for me. If it looks good in person, then it's a done deal. From what we read, it offers so much outside of the styling. Good looks will be the nail in the coffin. If it looks bad, then I'll go with the G sedan or 335 coupe (which is "nice" with the sport wheels, although not overly exciting).

Originally Posted by Geez35

I blame all you morons for putting on those fog light bumpers on your current coupes, I believe JDM or whatever. Infiniti probably payed attention to the hottest aftermarket front bumpers that were being used and modeled the 08 prod front fascia like it.