The G-spot

[Cookie Monster]

Except that it doesn't belong to anyone on the Spin.

It will in 10 years if I'm lucky enough.


Ro, it's quite a bit smaller than the 7. The 7 is so wide that it doesn't let you forget it while driving it, and it's pretty long as well. The G feels smaller, tighter and the steering is far better. Plus the power just seems awesome with the manual, even though the 7 has more power.

[MX793]

I really wish the AWD G sedan was available in 6MT. Of note, the Q50 won't have 6MT in any configuration but will have a worthless "performance" hybrid package available, at least for MY2014. I couldn't be less impressed it. It is also very odd that the car is already at dealer lots yet there has yet to be ONE independent road test.

One can only hope that the manual is simply delayed a year and will be offered for 2015.  The true drive by wire steering that is reportedly programmed to auto-correct the vehicle's course in cross winds or uneven road surfaces doesn't sound like something I'd want either.

[12,000 RPM]

Well, even so, the G is lighter, smaller, more agile; can't see how it wouldn't be more fun.  As monstrous as my mom's CLS550 is, my Jetta was still more fun to drive.

Careful, you are amongst Audi S8 fans. "It shrinks around you"... down to about a LWB S7.

[hotrodalex]

The true drive by wire steering that is reportedly programmed to auto-correct the vehicle's course in cross winds or uneven road surfaces doesn't sound like something I'd want either.

Yuck.

[afty]

In that case afty wins

Booyah!

[SVT666]

[Raza]

Except that it doesn't belong to anyone on the Spin.

[Laconian]

What if... Rags' dad is a member of the SPIN??

[Cookie Monster]

IMO this is CarSPIN's most desirable G. Post-facelift, 6MT, sport package, great color, a sedan. Pretty much my ideal G37.

I think that this is the exact car I would have bought new, down to the color.

[12,000 RPM]

I really wish the AWD G sedan was available in 6MT.

Why? Isn't the 7AT faster?

[GoCougs]

Why? Isn't the 7AT faster?

0 - 100 mph it's about the same provided the 6MT gets a good launch which can be kinda tricky. 100+ mph the 6MT will start to pull a bit. The first two gears in the 7AT are pretty short but 3rd - 5th are sorta tall. The 6MT is about the opposite - first two gears are sorta tall but 3rd - 5th are pretty short.

[afty]

I was traveling for two weeks and had a rental Impala (not even the current model, but the older one that is fleet-only now).  Man, that was a boring, terrible car.  Getting back into the G was a revelation.

[GoCougs]

Had some guy toying with me in an S5 today. I had my bike and hitch rack on and he still couldn't pull on me despite him trying numerous times. It was the V8 model, so it's a bit slower than the 3.0T, and though he'd get me from a dig if we had the opportunity, from a roll (20 - 80 mph), he couldn't. Also had some guy in a 3er trying to keep with us but no cigar. Kinda funny, he'd do a ricer-esque fly-up (rather than a flyby) - as we'd pull from a light or stop sign the 3er was way way back and when we slowed for traffic or w/e, he'd come up hauling ass onto my rear. Kinda funny but I'd be pissed too in seeing my German "sports" sedan getting lunched by a Nissan with goof bike hanging off the rear.

[hotrodalex]

No way those cars can't keep up with you on public roads. Unless you drive like an insane person.

[12,000 RPM]

No way those cars can't keep up with you on public roads. Unless you drive like an insane person.

In a street race driver insanity is the more important factor. I've been "pulled on" by Range Rovers while I was on my bike simply because I didn't feel like racing up to 60, 70, 80 in a 45. I'd get the drop at the light and the guy would just keep it pinned once I settled in. Lol @ endangering yourself and everyone on the road with you for humblebrag stories on a messageboard. Don't be that guy

[Soup DeVille]

No way those cars can't keep up with you on public roads. Unless you drive like an insane person.

100% agree.

If either of those cars is driven at even 9/10ths for more than a few seconds at a time, driver is comitting felony level recklessness on public roads. Winning such races proves only which driver is more of an asshole.

[CALL_911]

Had some guy toying with me in an S5 today. I had my bike and hitch rack on and he still couldn't pull on me despite him trying numerous times. It was the V8 model, so it's a bit slower than the 3.0T, and though he'd get me from a dig if we had the opportunity, from a roll (20 - 80 mph), he couldn't. Also had some guy in a 3er trying to keep with us but no cigar. Kinda funny, he'd do a ricer-esque fly-up (rather than a flyby) - as we'd pull from a light or stop sign the 3er was way way back and when we slowed for traffic or w/e, he'd come up hauling ass onto my rear. Kinda funny but I'd be pissed too in seeing my German "sports" sedan getting lunched by a Nissan with goof bike hanging off the rear.

Some of the worst internetry seen on this board

[GoCougs]

Jesus, you guys. Tuetonic apologism??? The F30 328i is an enigma before it's a joke and the V8-powered S5 sounds and looks nice but was never worth its coin.

We had a good 6 runs. For the first the 3er driver wasn't paying attention; bless his little heart for the others he did try but didn't have a chance. After the last loss he took a right but in doing so in fine ricer fly-by fashion he roared up the right hand turn lane past us before taking his turn. Yeah, I'd be pissed too.

These were all straight shots BTW, no curves. Speed limit was 60 mph. The S5 driver gave me a toot and a wave as he turned off (he was in front of me).

[Soup DeVille]

Too late for backpedaling: damage is done.

[Cookie Monster]

Oh come on, you guys barely ever bat an eye when Raza says he "races" other cars at triple digit speeds but give Cougs shit for doing essentially the same thing?

Not saying I believe either but at least be consistent in your flaming.

[SVT666]

The 335i and M3 are the only non-F30 3 series' that can beat a G37 is a drag race, but I call shens on the S5.

[Soup DeVille]

Oh come on, you guys barely ever bat an eye when Raza says he "races" other cars at triple digit speeds but give Cougs shit for doing essentially the same thing?

Not saying I believe either but at least be consistent in your flaming.

I can't say I remember Raza saying that- must've missed it. And yes, I'd give him shit for it.

[Cookie Monster]

The 335i and M3 are the only non-F30 3 series' that can beat a G37 is a drag race, but I call shens on the S5.

I haven't looked up the stats, but a 335i could beat a G37 to 60?

[CALL_911]

Oh come on, you guys barely ever bat an eye when Raza says he "races" other cars at triple digit speeds

Nah, I'm pretty sure everyone pays that shit no mind either.

[12,000 RPM]

Take it to the track Cougs

O and I give Raza shit too. Then again sometimes I will act a fool on the road. At least Raza has been to the track though. I think Cougs needs a track car

I haven't looked up the stats, but a 335i could beat a G37 to 60?

Handily

[hotrodalex]

328i is slower, but it's not gonna be "way way back" unless you're really gunning it (or he's not trying).

Raza's "races" are probably a bad idea too, but he doesn't usually brag about it in the same way.

[Laconian]

335 has a totally flat torque curve that hits its plateau early.

[SVT666]

328i is slower, but it's not gonna be "way way back" unless you're really gunning it (or he's not trying).

Non-F30 328i's are down 100 hp from the G37 and are nearly 2 seconds slower to 60 mph.

[Laconian]

but c&&d sez that german horses are stronger

[hotrodalex]

Cougs said F30.

Times for an E90 328i seem to be a second slower than a G37 (low 6's vs. low 5's). Anything around 6 seconds is quick enough to keep up on public streets. It's not like a Ferrari vs. a Prius.