What vehicle will be a worthy replacement for your sedan when it is time?
Frankly, I find that a bit tough to believe. Without turning this into a reliability thread, I'll just say that in the last 18 months alone my 2012 G37xS has run into the below problems with less than 39k miles on it and never once visited a track or drag strip. I'd like to get into an Audi but reliability stories always held me back. That said, how much worse could it get?
- Total transmission failure, left me stranded
- Replacement transmission malfunctions constantly
- Transfer case went bad, required replacing
- Wheel bearing went bad, required replacing
- Catalytic converters failed, required replacing
- Low tone horn failed, required replacing
- Cup holder cover wouldn't stay closed, required replacing
- Roof drains clogged and flooded driver footwell (thank god for WeatherTech)
- Driver side sill plate stopped illuminating, required replacement
- Trunk randomly pops open (still haven't figured this one out)
- Bluetooth doesn't play well with phones, constantly disconnects mid-call
- Remote start doesn't function correctly, I start backing out of the driveway and the car turns off in gear and rolls out in the street
- Front struts are shot, need to be replaced in the near future
- A/T shifter occasionally can't be slid into gear despite depressing the button, the assembly needs to be replaced.
- Rattles galore I'm still chasing
- The clear coat peeling off the bumper of a vehicle of this age is just complete BS
- Total transmission failure, left me stranded
- Replacement transmission malfunctions constantly
- Transfer case went bad, required replacing
- Wheel bearing went bad, required replacing
- Catalytic converters failed, required replacing
- Low tone horn failed, required replacing
- Cup holder cover wouldn't stay closed, required replacing
- Roof drains clogged and flooded driver footwell (thank god for WeatherTech)
- Driver side sill plate stopped illuminating, required replacement
- Trunk randomly pops open (still haven't figured this one out)
- Bluetooth doesn't play well with phones, constantly disconnects mid-call
- Remote start doesn't function correctly, I start backing out of the driveway and the car turns off in gear and rolls out in the street
- Front struts are shot, need to be replaced in the near future
- A/T shifter occasionally can't be slid into gear despite depressing the button, the assembly needs to be replaced.
- Rattles galore I'm still chasing
- The clear coat peeling off the bumper of a vehicle of this age is just complete BS
Mine was purchased brand new, 0 miles and yeah, like I said literally 0 big issues. My interior has held up great and the paint is pretty damn good considering the age and mileage. And I drive it hard and its still doing fine.
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Frankly, I find that a bit tough to believe. Without turning this into a reliability thread, I'll just say that in the last 18 months alone my 2012 G37xS has run into the below problems with less than 39k miles on it and never once visited a track or drag strip. I'd like to get into an Audi but reliability stories always held me back. That said, how much worse could it get?
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I would be STUNNED if there's not an ugly history to this car before you purchased it. Odometer rollback as just the tip of the iceberg.
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2 more reasons to consider a Mustang as a replacement- Ford recently announced they are bringing out a higher performance package for the GT to compete with the Camaro SS 1LE. Today I read that Rousch and Ford are bringing out a supercharger for their V8 to put it up to 700hp... with a warranty?!?
Wow. That's amazing. Did you get it brand new?
Mine was purchased brand new, 0 miles and yeah, like I said literally 0 big issues. My interior has held up great and the paint is pretty damn good considering the age and mileage. And I drive it hard and its still doing fine.
Mine was purchased brand new, 0 miles and yeah, like I said literally 0 big issues. My interior has held up great and the paint is pretty damn good considering the age and mileage. And I drive it hard and its still doing fine.
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wonder if the previous owner just abused the crap out of it and didnt report anything/go to a reputable dealer...the fuel neck my old G25 was not a proper replacement and it never showed up or was reported...thankfully have a shop that doesnt lie to me...but yours is def a whole other level
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My heart wants me back in an Evo X in a few years when I'm ready for another car. In my four years of owning one, I had more fun than I've ever had in a car. Plus the reliability of the 4B11T even at over double the factory output was astonishing. Loved my EFR 7163 stock motor X.
However, my brain tells me another story. Something on the luxury sports sedan side of the spectrum. Not sure I could go back to the Spartan interior and rough ride of the X after driving the G for a few years! I'll be looking at a Chevy SS, Ford SHO, or maybe even an ATS-V if the wife will allow it lol. All can be potentially great values when buying used!
However, my brain tells me another story. Something on the luxury sports sedan side of the spectrum. Not sure I could go back to the Spartan interior and rough ride of the X after driving the G for a few years! I'll be looking at a Chevy SS, Ford SHO, or maybe even an ATS-V if the wife will allow it lol. All can be potentially great values when buying used!
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Sometimes I do kind of want something more spartan, just to save weight. I still have an 8th gen Civic I've been prepping to sell, and I think I could live with it if it had
- 2x the horsepower
- working A/C that worked
- a decent stereo
- a little more sound insulation
I almost want to turbocharge it and maybe sell the G but that's just irresponsible. I need a reliable DD, and I want better gas mileage. Seriously considering selling both and getting a GTI
- 2x the horsepower
- working A/C that worked
- a decent stereo
- a little more sound insulation
I almost want to turbocharge it and maybe sell the G but that's just irresponsible. I need a reliable DD, and I want better gas mileage. Seriously considering selling both and getting a GTI
My heart wants me back in an Evo X in a few years when I'm ready for another car. In my four years of owning one, I had more fun than I've ever had in a car. Plus the reliability of the 4B11T even at over double the factory output was astonishing. Loved my EFR 7163 stock motor X.
However, my brain tells me another story. Something on the luxury sports sedan side of the spectrum. Not sure I could go back to the Spartan interior and rough ride of the X after driving the G for a few years! I'll be looking at a Chevy SS, Ford SHO, or maybe even an ATS-V if the wife will allow it lol. All can be potentially great values when buying used!
However, my brain tells me another story. Something on the luxury sports sedan side of the spectrum. Not sure I could go back to the Spartan interior and rough ride of the X after driving the G for a few years! I'll be looking at a Chevy SS, Ford SHO, or maybe even an ATS-V if the wife will allow it lol. All can be potentially great values when buying used!
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Almost eerie how similar of a situation I'm in. Evo X is very appealing but something about the Audi S lineup has always spoke to me. I love driving and having fun while I do it. I've never been a commodities and luxury kind of a guy. More my wife's thing. G was a great compromise for the both of us considering I wanted it in the first place .
.The only thing I miss is 450 whp with the same gas mileage I'm getting with my stock G lol.
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Sometimes I do kind of want something more spartan, just to save weight. I still have an 8th gen Civic I've been prepping to sell, and I think I could live with it if it had
- 2x the horsepower
- working A/C that worked
- a decent stereo
- a little more sound insulation
I almost want to turbocharge it and maybe sell the G but that's just irresponsible. I need a reliable DD, and I want better gas mileage. Seriously considering selling both and getting a GTI
- 2x the horsepower
- working A/C that worked
- a decent stereo
- a little more sound insulation
I almost want to turbocharge it and maybe sell the G but that's just irresponsible. I need a reliable DD, and I want better gas mileage. Seriously considering selling both and getting a GTI
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FWD is OK with a mechanical LSD. That would be a must. It is nice to tighten the line on the G with a TCS-assisted throttle stab.... but in my Civic (and I imagine the GTI) I wouldn't need to tighten the line in the first place. R looks good but is just out of reach $$$ wise....
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My heart wants me back in an Evo X in a few years when I'm ready for another car. In my four years of owning one, I had more fun than I've ever had in a car. Plus the reliability of the 4B11T even at over double the factory output was astonishing. Loved my EFR 7163 stock motor X.
However, my brain tells me another story. Something on the luxury sports sedan side of the spectrum. Not sure I could go back to the Spartan interior and rough ride of the X after driving the G for a few years! I'll be looking at a Chevy SS, Ford SHO, or maybe even an ATS-V if the wife will allow it lol. All can be potentially great values when buying used!
However, my brain tells me another story. Something on the luxury sports sedan side of the spectrum. Not sure I could go back to the Spartan interior and rough ride of the X after driving the G for a few years! I'll be looking at a Chevy SS, Ford SHO, or maybe even an ATS-V if the wife will allow it lol. All can be potentially great values when buying used!
Almost eerie how similar of a situation I'm in. Evo X is very appealing but something about the Audi S lineup has always spoke to me. I love driving and having fun while I do it. I've never been a commodities and luxury kind of a guy. More my wife's thing. G was a great compromise for the both of us considering I wanted it in the first place .
.I had the dash of my Evo carbon fiber wrapped and put suede inserts in the doors and had the material on the shift boot, armrest and e-brake and it still looked like a plastic playskool toy compared to the Infiniti.
Due to their relatively low production numbers and discontinuation, the Evo is also significantly more expensive than a similar G.
