The car most enthusiasts still sleep on

FairladyZ · 12-28-2012, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by dragonbreath

My fiance has a 2010 Gen Coupe 3.8 for almost 2 years now and we havent had any problems out of it. She has daily driven it since she owned it. Granted she probably doesnt drive it hard, but its held up fairly well. I will admit that the interior quality is sub par, and it could use some refining compared to the Z, but its a damn good job for Hyundai's first attempt at the RWD sports car. Especially since we got the R-Spec model for a little north of 25k. Not to mention I have received way more attention driving her car than either my 350z or 370z.

Way more attention that your 370z??? Holy shat

Waiz · 12-28-2012, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by b1adesofcha0s

What they really need IMO is a new brand image. They need to come out with their own high end/luxury brand to separate those cars from the Hyundai name. Just like Nissan has Infiniti, Honda has Acura, and Toyota has Lexus. That's the only way people will stop looking at them as "Hyundais". They're already trying to hide the fact that all their higher end cars are Hyundais. None of them have a Hyundai badge.

Excellent point

Probably didn't help them out that they were falsifying their MPG numbers either

I have to admit, the Veloster is a really cool little car but BMW/Audi/MB level, no way!

Rui Z · 12-28-2012, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

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UNKNOWN_370 · 12-28-2012, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Waizzz

Yeah I would agree that they have a long way to go before they can compete with BMW or Infiniti but it's a start.

Infiniti 10 years ago was still well behind the rest of the marquee brands and look how much progress they have made since that time

The question is... Will infiniti keep building drivers cars or will they stagnate, like Mercedes did through the late 90's early 2000's. This new Altima and Sentra weren't very promising as FWD entries. Especially after Nissan being exposed to the New Sonata/optima, the new malibu, etc. The upcoming Versa hatch doesn't look like it will get any closer to competing against the Ford fiesta/Mazda2/chevy sonic (which should be its goal). Will we see a Sentra SE-R SpecV???
The body lines of the Camo G(Qsedan) look pretty much like an upscale version of the 13 Altima.
While I can tell the american market is going to improve on current patforms. It's questionable if the asian market will keep striving. At least hyundai at minimum has claimed a competitor. We in the z forum don't know if our next Z will be a Porsche Fighter or an upscale BRZ(disappointment if so?)

With Nissan being overly quiet in the most competitive time of the season... (the 2015 automobile marketing pre-emptive strike season) And Nissan 2013's being kinda lame (Z included) It's one of those things that make me look at car companies that are aggressive in making improvements.

Hyundai went from 306hp to 348 on the V6 and 220hp to 274 on the i4 turbo in 3 years. We got softer suspension and brake ducts on the nismo. Ok the Z is still the better car, but it shows a lack of wanting to strive for better. It's like japan is losing the competitive edge to lead in the sports car arena????? Is this true? I don't know. But there's not a small inkling of something impressive coming from Nissan thus far.

Waiz · 12-28-2012, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

The question is... Will infiniti keep building drivers cars or will they stagnate, like Mercedes did through the late 90's early 2000's. This new Altima and Sentra weren't very promising as FWD entries. Especially after Nissan being exposed to the New Sonata/optima, the new malibu, etc. The upcoming Versa hatch doesn't look like it will get any closer to competing against the Ford fiesta/Mazda2/chevy sonic (which should be its goal). Will we see a Sentra SE-R SpecV???
The body lines of the Camo G(Qsedan) look pretty much like an upscale version of the 13 Altima.
While I can tell the american market is going to improve on current patforms. It's questionable if the asian market will keep striving. At least hyundai at minimum has claimed a competitor. We in the z forum don't know if our next Z will be a Porsche Fighter or an upscale BRZ(disappointment if so?)

With Nissan being overly quiet in the most competitive time of the season... (the 2015 automobile marketing pre-emptive strike season) And Nissan 2013's being kinda lame (Z included) It's one of those things that make me look at car companies that are aggressive in making improvements.

Hyundai went from 306hp to 348 on the V6 and 220hp to 274 on the i4 turbo in 3 years. We got softer suspension and brake ducts on the nismo. Ok the Z is still the better car, but it shows a lack of wanting to strive for better. It's like japan is losing the competitive edge to lead in the sports car arena????? Is this true? I don't know. But there's not a small inkling of something impressive coming from Nissan thus far.

One of the biggest hurdles for Nissan/Infiniti is going to be able to meet the CAFE standards for the future.

Given the lackluster sales of the 370z I don't see them giving much of a focus on the next model. It will undoubtedly be an evolution of the 370z if they even decide to bring another model at all.

Everything that we're hearing from Infiniti is that they are looking to take the brand global so I don't see them slowing down at all but performance models is probably not their focus going forward

b1adesofcha0s · 12-28-2012, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Waizzz

One of the biggest hurdles for Nissan/Infiniti is going to be able to meet the CAFE standards for the future.

Given the lackluster sales of the 370z I don't see them giving much of a focus on the next model. It will undoubtedly be an evolution of the 370z if they even decide to bring another model at all.

Everything that we're hearing from Infiniti is that they are looking to take the brand global so I don't see them slowing down at all but performance models is probably not their focus going forward

Actually it seems like Infiniti really wants to push their IPL line to higher levels of performance. They would like it to compete with AMG and BMW's M series.

Waiz · 12-28-2012, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by b1adesofcha0s

Actually it seems like Infiniti really wants to push their IPL line to higher levels of performance. They would like it to compete with AMG and BMW's M series.

This was where I was getting my assumption, it's an older article but pretty spot on for what we've seen so far:

Future of Infiniti - Three New Infiniti Models Coming to the Lineup - Autoweek

atl370z · 12-28-2012, 03:45 PM

still a ugly car,,,,,

UNKNOWN_370 · 12-28-2012, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by b1adesofcha0s

Actually it seems like Infiniti really wants to push their IPL line to higher levels of performance. They would like it to compete with AMG and BMW's M series.

Yeah but where are the people's cars going to be?

atl370z · 12-28-2012, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by dragonbreath

My fiance has a 2010 Gen Coupe 3.8 for almost 2 years now and we havent had any problems out of it. She has daily driven it since she owned it. Granted she probably doesnt drive it hard, but its held up fairly well. I will admit that the interior quality is sub par, and it could use some refining compared to the Z, but its a damn good job for Hyundai's first attempt at the RWD sports car. Especially since we got the R-Spec model for a little north of 25k. Not to mention I have received way more attention driving her car than either my 350z or 370z.

Way more attention than 370z

Not sure if srs,,,,

Red__Zed · 12-28-2012, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by FairladyZ

I will never buy a car with a crooked H.

Ever.

Ever. I don't care how much performance it's bringing lol

Comments like this remind me how much the current crop of import lovers are exactly like the old, closed-minded domestic enthusiasts.

Refusing to buy a good car because of the brand is something for soccer moms, not enthusiasts.

zguynate · 12-28-2012, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by atl370z

Way more attention than 370z

Not sure if srs,,,,

I deficate you not good sir. Every time I drive it people stare. I always get, "what kind of car is that!?" and "you must have a really good job!". I'm thinking that people think its much more expensive than it really is. Even some of my co-workers think my fiance is rich because she has it lol. I have gotten more love in the 370 than in the 350, but the Genesis still trumps the 370 in attention received

FairladyZ · 12-28-2012, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed

Comments like this remind me how much the current crop of import lovers are exactly like the old, closed-minded domestic enthusiasts.

Refusing to buy a good car because of the brand is something for soccer moms, not enthusiasts.

Yup I'll say it again, I'll never ever own a crooked h badge vehicle lol. Enjoy one if you want.

I guess I'm not a enthusiast. Yup I'll stick to branding with heritage

Rui Z · 12-28-2012, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by dragonbreath

I deficate you not good sir. Every time I drive it people stare. I always get, "what kind of car is that!?" and "you must have a really good job!". I'm thinking that people think its much more expensive than it really is. Even some of my co-workers think my fiance is rich because she has it lol. I have gotten more love in the 370 than in the 350, but the Genesis still trumps the 370 in attention received

What color is your Z and your Fiances Genesis?

nuTinmuch · 12-28-2012, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by FairladyZ

Yup I'll say it again, I'll never ever own a crooked h badge vehicle lol. Enjoy one if you want.

I guess I'm not a enthusiast. Yup I'll stick to branding with heritage

You drive a Nissan. You realize at one point Datsun was considered a joke brand, right?

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atl370z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: atlanta Posts: 282 Drives: Maxima Rep Power: 15	still a ugly car,,,,,