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Re: M35 vs. M45 Gas Mileage [go_mdx1]
by tom17
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Jun 21, 2008 (4:23 am)
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Replying to: go_mdx1 (Jun 20, 2008 6:54 pm)
If you are really worried about the gas mileage you are looking at the wrong cars. I have 2 Infiniti's and considerred the G35/M35. Ended up getting a Lexus GS350. It is faster than the M35 and is rated 3 mpg city and 4 mpg highway better than the M35. The problem with the Infiniti's is they are geared to turn over 3000 RPM on the highway. My GS turns 2300 at 80 in sixth and still under 3000 in fifth. If Infiniti puts their new 7 speed in their sedans I will look again.
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Re: M35 vs. M45 Gas Mileage [tom17]
by walt18
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Jun 21, 2008 (9:03 am)
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Replying to: tom17 (Jun 21, 2008 4:23 am)
I agree with you. That is a pretty nice size difference in the rpms 2300 to 3000 at 80mph. I was sold on getting a gs460 but then I turned away because of the looks of the inside and outside and lack of technology that the M has which is more for the buck. Gs460 is a nice car, I only see the Gs350 here and they seem to be really fast. I know someone who has a white one with the chrome lexus wheels and it is nice looking just a little to small for me. I have a brother that plays college basketball and so does his girlfriend and they are both tall she is about 5'10" and he is 6'3" and still growing and I am 5'10" and I like to have my seat slide back pretty far and in the lexus I would be cramp but the M has much more space in length and width. But like I said they are both great cars, I think the gs is more for folks that have smaller kids or short folks under 6'0 sitting in the back because if you are a tall driver maybe 6'0" or better and normally have your seat slide back putting a 6'0" or taller rider in the back seat behind you will surely make you uncomfortable being you would have to move your seat up closer.
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Re: Advanced Tech value?? [tayl0rd]
by walt18
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Jun 21, 2008 (9:09 am)
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Replying to: tayl0rd (Jun 20, 2008 9:12 am)
In all honesty, who's in their car long enough for the sound quality to really matter that much? Personally, I'd take the sound of a well tuned exhaust system over any stereo any day of the week.
Lol!! I agree with you. 
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Re: M35X 2009 [barryend]
by pat2717
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Jun 24, 2008 (11:03 am)
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Replying to: barryend (Jun 03, 2008 8:39 am)
I also have an '06 M45. The lease is up on July 1 and I haven't made a decision on what to get next. I called the lease company and they were happy to extend my lease up to three months at basically the same payment. I wanted to extend because I'm eager to check out the Hyundai Genesis and the 2009 Maxima. If those prove to be less than exceptional, I'll go back and get another M. I'll probably get the 35 this time to try for better mileage. My only gripes about the '06 M45 are: 1) the mileage sucks 2) the gas tank is either small or it signals empty with 4 gallons left. In combination with the poor mileage, I'm constantly filling the tank even though I have a short commute and I'm way under the lease mileage 3) No IPOD connectivity, impossible to even hook up a kit. I detest the FM transmitter that I've had to use instead. That's it. The handling is too soft, but that's not a big problem and it sounds like they've solved that now along with the IPOD issue. All in all, it's been a great car and I'll be happy to get another one unless someone else has something just as good for a lot less money. 
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Re: M35X 2009 [pat2717]
by arnold14
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Jun 24, 2008 (11:26 am)
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Replying to: pat2717 (Jun 24, 2008 11:03 am)
What kind of gas mileage do you get in the city? I have a 2006 M35 and am averaging about 17 mpg, mostly driving in traffic.
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why lease now
by ghstudio
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Jun 24, 2008 (11:29 am)
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I have an M35 coming off lease this week. I looked at and drove almost every alternative up including the new Jaguar XK, BMW3/5, Lexus ES/RX/GS, MB C/E, CTS as well as prius, avalon, murano and some others. I came away from the excercise deciding to lease another M35. The current lease with the 2000 back just can't be beat for 24 months...except if you get a G35/EX35...but I don't like the inside of the G and my wife doesn't like the EX. BMW's were rediculous on a lease. E class was high, but a deal..problem is that it has an antique navigation system...all manual. C was my second choice but the MF was just too high and residual too low to compete on a short lease. Murano could match the M35 lease (much cheaper on purchase)...that was a tough call...ultimately, I don't want to drive a front wheel drive car that everyone else has....and the lease was only the same with 9 security deposits. Cadillac...forget it..too expensive on lease and purchase for what it is. The prius was tempting...but that's a different car satisfying different needs. Volvo, Saab, Audi, Avalon were all eliminated due to either dullness of lack of excitement...I drove them all.
A couple of weeks ago, I realized that almost all the cars get just about as poor mileage as the M. I'm getting 18.1 with my mix of mostly city and some highway. Maybe these cars could get 20 MPG...that's a 10% saving in gas gallons, but most require premium fuel, so there goes the 10%. My M35 runs great on regular gas.
The best part is that with a new M, I get a comfortable, fully adjustable passenger seat.....I like the white dials instead of the orange. Not exactly show stopping changes...the 09 will probably have bigger engine & 7 speed, but if I wait, I may lose the $2000 that makes a 24 mo lease so attractive.
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Re: why lease now [ghstudio]
by barryend
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Jun 24, 2008 (12:00 pm)
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Replying to: ghstudio (Jun 24, 2008 11:29 am)
I agree. The 2-year hedge is a good business decision. Demand they give you Michelins not the Goodyear skidamatics. They will do it. I also love the technology and looks of the M35X if not the ride and noise.
My 2006 lease ends 1/2009. Time will tell.
Today on the radio "Lease an Escalade loaded 699.00 a month no money down" Next month 650.00 a month down down down.
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Re: why lease now [barryend]
by ghstudio
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Jun 24, 2008 (3:42 pm)
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Replying to: barryend (Jun 24, 2008 12:00 pm)
Why will they agree to change the tires?? I would much prefer the michelins, but the cars all have goodyears? How do I do this? I'm picking the car up on Sat.
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Re: why lease now [ghstudio]
by barryend
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Jun 24, 2008 (7:28 pm)
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Replying to: ghstudio (Jun 24, 2008 3:42 pm)
Search these boards and infinitihelp.com about the inferior GTA Goodyears and also see complaints on tirerack.com. My dealer said he would change them if I leased another M. Other postings on line confirm it has been done for others. The postings complain about premature wear, poor wet and snow traction and steering trammeling. I had the same GTA experiences plus the common 2006 defective steering rack replacement.
Do not accept them.
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Re: why lease now [ghstudio]
by barryend
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Jun 24, 2008 (7:31 pm)
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Replying to: ghstudio (Jun 24, 2008 3:42 pm)
http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f0a301d!keywords=allin%3Amsgtext%2- 0limit%3A.f0a301d%20goodyear&count=20
Goodyear complaints
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