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Old Aug 15, 2012 | 10:09 PM
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Going to pick up a 6MT G37S Coupe tomorrow

Time for something with better gas mileage and less cargo room.

I found a 2008 coupe in Atlanta with all the right goodies for the right price. I'm driving up from the Tampa area tomorrow to get it.
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Old Aug 20, 2012 | 05:37 PM
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Originally Posted by ViolentDelights
Time for something with better gas mileage and less cargo room.
Congrats on your G.

What were you driving before to consider this as being better gas mileage? I wouldn't buy this car for fuel efficiency. It only create a heavier lead foot.
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Old Aug 20, 2012 | 05:58 PM
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Funny stuff, a lot of people have sold of their G's due to the bad gas mileage. If you come from a Jeep or DD a Jeep like I do you probably think the G gets amazing MPG's!

Welcome, you definately found a nice car.
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Old Aug 21, 2012 | 06:52 AM
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You might be in for a surprise with the gas mileage. My '12 6MT sedan is averaging 12.x mpg based on the dash computer. All city driving over ~300 miles. Maybe it will improve a little bit once the engine breaks in.
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Old Aug 21, 2012 | 03:37 PM
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12mpg is pretty terrible. Unless you're redlining at every stop light. I average about 17-19 and I'm a semi heavy foot driver.
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Old Aug 21, 2012 | 03:59 PM
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In order to wean myself off 300+ lb-ft of torque I've taken to working the upper rpm range. The novelty of a 7500 rpm redline hasn't worn off yet
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Old Aug 21, 2012 | 08:38 PM
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Wow, 12!! When I floor my G around town, I'd get about 16-17 and I thought that was bad. You sir have a hell of a lead foot!
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Old Aug 22, 2012 | 11:04 AM
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If you considering mid to low 20s bad gas mileage you won't like this car much. But hey, if you drive a 15 MPG truck then congrats and welcome!!
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Old Sep 5, 2012 | 12:58 AM
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15?! Hah!

It's a Traliblazer SS AWD. Try 11ish in the city.

So far I've been getting 20 mixed driving in the G. I'm almost doubling my fuel mileage.

So far, am super happy with it as well. Pics in a moment.
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Old Sep 5, 2012 | 01:30 AM
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Old Sep 5, 2012 | 01:31 AM
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Needed an alignment and took it out for some shots. More to come.
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Old Sep 5, 2012 | 01:33 AM
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Old Sep 5, 2012 | 02:14 AM
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Congrats on the G! Hope you enjoy it!
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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 06:49 PM
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Nice ride OP!

You had to drive all the way to ATL for it? That shows how much you wanted it! How long did it take you to get there? I'm guessing at least 7 hrs?

I drove down to Miami for mine, still remember how happy and nervous I felt when driving back up on I-95!

Welcome to the family!
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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 07:00 PM
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Great choice on the 6MT man congratulations. I had the liquid platinum before you'll love it
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