Infiniti G37 Coupe-Convertible Thread

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Nissan's upmarket brand Infiniti has announced it will build a roadster version of the G37 coupe – aimed squarely at the BMW 3-series Coupe Convertible. And the Ferrari California isn't the only folding tin-top being announced this week; the G37 will also be launched as a CC with a multi-piece metal roof that stows at the flick of a switch.

Our artist's impression shows how the new open-top G will look with the roof stowed away. No official photos have been issued yet, but we do know that Infiniti's first roadster will be on sale in the US market in February 2009.

Infiniti G37 convertible: for Europe too?

The European business case is being analysed, but we'd say it'd be a shoe-in – especially in the roadster-mad UK market.

The news of the open-top G was buried in Nissan's financial results – and the launch of the new Nissan GT 2012 business plan.


Source: Infiniti to launch G37 roadster | Automotive & Motoring News | Car Magazine Online

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I knew it would happen sooner or later. If you going to be the man you've got to beat the man, that man being BMW. Can't have a 3-Series fighter without a convertible.

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Makes perfect sense for them!

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Infiniti is adding a convertible to its G series lineup and will unveil it in November at the Los Angeles auto show.

For those who can't wait that long, Infiniti is doing a photo reveal on Aug. 16 at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.

Here's what we know: It will be called the G37 convertible, it will have a retractable, three-piece hardtop and powertrain configurations will be in line with the rest of the G lineup.

Pebble Beach attendees also will get a look at the G37 sedan and coupe, which get moderate updates for the 2009 model year.

The sedan, formerly called the G35, gets a 3.7-liter, V6 powerplant rated at 328 hp. It can be paired with a new seven-speed automatic or a six-speed manual gearbox. Other updates include sport brakes, a new 18-inch wheel design and scratch-resistant paint.

The coupe gets an all-wheel-drive model, the G37x, and the new seven-speed automatic. It has the potent V6, and the coupe's powerplant is rated at 330 hp.

Expect pricing to be announced in the next month or so for the coupe and sedan; more details on the convertible will appear closer to the L.A. show.



Infiniti adds G37 convertible, updates coupe and sedan - AutoWeek Magazine


Just a few more days and we'll see the G37 Convertible. Can't wait! 7-Speed automatics, great styling and plenty of power...there is a reason why Infiniti is favorite of the big 3 Japanese luxury brands.

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Infiniti Releases First Official Photo of G37 Coupe-Convertible

Infiniti G37 ConvertibleThis is the first official photo of the new Infiniti G37 Convertible that will receive its global debut at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show in November. Based on the G37 Coupe, the G37 Convertible will feature a three-piece automatic retracting hardtop and will be offered with a 328 HP 3.7-liter V6 engine matted to either an all-new electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with manual mode or a 6-speed manual gearbox.

The Japanese carmaker has confirmed sales only for the US market where it will be launched early in 2009. However, Infiniti says that the G37 Convertible is under study for a European launch where it would join its sister G models, the G37 Sedan and Coupe.

[Srouce: CarScoop]

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Now just need to see it with the top up.

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Hitting the Web recently is what appears to be a leaked image of Infiniti's upcoming G37 Convertible. Late last August, Infiniti revealed its official picture of the car that gave no direct view of the revised rear.


Leaked! Second Infiniti G37 Convertible Image Hits the Web | Automotive News Blog - Wide Open Throttle


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A sneak peek courtesy of AutoSpies:






Not nearly as bad as the Lexus IS convertible.


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[ZicZachZo]

I don't want the designers to take this the wrong way but I see a piece of light blue putty that was stretched in the middle. The proportions seem sort of off. The front is rather brutal and bulgy(for lack of a better word) and so goes the rear as well. Hmmmm, not sure if I'm liking it right now. May work better on the eyes in a darker color.

[bum-man]

I don't understand how automakers haven't figured out how to make a nicely flowing roof for the their Coupe/Cabriolets. Seems Volvo are the only ones...

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Well for one the Volvo C70 was designed as a convertible from the start, that makes all the difference in the world. The C70 and some others look "right" because of this IMO. This way everything is designed around making the roof look and fit right, these two things being of equal priority.

The in between step is taking a coupe and making it into a convertible. BMW did this pretty good with the 3-Series Coupe. Now seeing them on the road you have to look twice to see if it is indeed the hardtop convertible and not the regular coupe. I suspect that cars like the 3-Series were design with a convertible version in mind, if not totally around it becoming a convertible. Ditto for the G37.

The worst way is the route that Lexus took, taking a sedan and turning it into a convertible. Just awful proportions and a truly hideous top-up look, but likely roomier than the other 2 types.


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PRESS RELEASE

ALL-NEW 2009 INFINITI G CONVERTIBLE MAKES ITS WORLD DEBUT AT THE LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW

First-ever Infiniti G Convertible Set For Spring 2009 Launch in North America

Infiniti today unveiled the latest expression of its "Inspired Performance," the all-new 2009 Infiniti G Convertible, at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. The first-ever Infiniti G Convertible builds upon the performance legacy of the Infiniti G line, with the liberation only a convertible with the top down can provide. It is scheduled to go on sale at Infiniti dealers in North America in the spring of 2009, followed later in other Infiniti markets around the world.

"Designed to rejuvenate the spirit, the G Convertible adds an open-air soundtrack to the G's legendary driving exhilaration," said Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, speaking before automotive media at the vehicle's world debut. "This new G has dual beauty - it looks as good with the top up or down - along with a beautiful, leather-appointed interior that is meant to be experienced wide-open."

The new G Convertible offers a three-piece folding steel top and a special convertible-focused interior, which features a unique Bose® Open Air Sound System that dynamically changes equalization based on outside noise, vehicle speed, and top position, and an adaptive climate control system that adjusts fan speed in accordance to top position and vehicle speed.

Every 2009 G Convertible comes equipped with an advanced 3.7-liter V6 rated at 325 horsepower. The engine is backed by a choice of an electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with available magnesium paddle shifters or a responsive close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission.

Technology features include standard RearView Monitor and an available touch-screen Infiniti Navigation system with XM NavTraffic® Real-Time Traffic information with 9.3GB Music Box Hard Drive, Pre-Crash Seat Belts, Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) with Preview Braking and Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS).

The G Convertible is offered in two models: the G37 Convertible and the G37S Convertible Sport 6MT, which adds sport-tuned steering and larger sport brakes, along with 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and W-rated performance tires.

Also available is a special, limited production G Convertible Premier Edition, offered exclusively through the Bloomingdale's Holiday Catalog. With only 200 being built, the Premier Edition features a custom Monaco Red Leather leather-appointed interior, handcrafted red-tone Maple Wood trim, Midnight Black front grille and 9-spoke 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and tires. Pre-orders for the Premier Edition are being taken now for delivery in 2009.

The Infiniti display at the Los Angeles Auto Show also showcases the complete line of 2009 Infiniti vehicles, including the all-new Infiniti G37x Coupe with intelligent all-wheel drive, the new G37 Sedan with a 328-horsepower 3.7-liter V6 and a new, more powerful M35 rear-wheel drive sedan.

Infiniti G37 Convertible Makes Global Debut in Los Angeles - worldcarfans


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Video:

2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible LA 2008- Video


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[warot]

This thing is... absolutely beautiful!!! I love it

I really like the way the new Infinitis are looking. Great alternative to BMW if you want a great handling car... wow did I just say that?

[Giannis]

They are importing Infinity now in Greece. I want to see how they will perform!

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I think this is going to look just right in person.


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