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"and 100 more" (nth256) 05/31/2019 at 10:23 • Filed to: None

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Item #1: Infiniti made a hard-top convertible version of the G37. Saw one on the road this morning, and I feel like I should have known that these exist, but somehow, here I am today, just learning about them...

Item #2: Nothing good happens on the internet after midnight. Especially when I start interacting with people that I’m not familiar with at 2am. I should know better by now, and yet...

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > and 100 more 05/31/2019 at 10:35

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These are diamonds in the rough if you ask me. A solid mechanical platform and a nice tight convertible .

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > and 100 more 05/31/2019 at 10:36

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There was even an IPL version of that. I have probably seen that once in my life

and 100 more > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 05/31/2019 at 10:37

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I saw it from a few car lengths back and thought it was a Lexus SC430 for a second, and thought, “Wow, haven’t seen one of those in awhile”... and then realized it wasn’t a Lexus!

Ash78, voting early and often > and 100 more 05/31/2019 at 10:38

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and 100 more > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time 05/31/2019 at 10:39

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Nice! I’m not a big fan of convertibles, but I like that these are hard-tops.

and 100 more > Ash78, voting early and often 05/31/2019 at 10:42

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LOL, do you mean this?

Ash78, voting early and often > and 100 more 05/31/2019 at 10:45

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The classic scene from Three Kings — there’s an ongoing debate about whether Lexus made a convertible, then they come across Hussein’s private stash...and there’s an Infiniti Convertible. At the time, the only one Infiniti ever made.

This is the best reference I could find:

https://www.imcdb.org/v004870.html

And the G version is still a unicorn, but not as much as the original M30 convertible...

GoodIdeaAtTheTime > and 100 more 05/31/2019 at 10:51

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Stay away from them. The tops are problematic and very expensive to repair. The hydraulics alone are near 10k new. Hinges are 7k a piece and are frequently bent when individuals leave objects in the trunk and try to open the top. Ahhh good times. There are a few parts that are no longer available. Top control modules are in short supply, hydraulics are restricted component. Last I checked there was 1 . In the world.

and 100 more > GoodIdeaAtTheTime 05/31/2019 at 11:11

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LOL! Convertibles are not for me! I have thought about grabbing a G37x sedan sometime in the future. That, or a 2nd gen GS.

and 100 more > Ash78, voting early and often 05/31/2019 at 11:12

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Holy shit, that did happen! LOL! Haven’t seen that movie in ages, now  I need to rewatch it.

Ash78, voting early and often > and 100 more 05/31/2019 at 11:14

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Same here....that might be the only part I really remem ber!

Galileo Humpkins (aka MC Clap Yo Handz) > Ash78, voting early and often 05/31/2019 at 11:24

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I’ve always felt that Three Kings was underrated. I’m glad to know others out there like it (or at least remember it).

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > and 100 more 05/31/2019 at 11:25

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I have thought about grabbing a G37x sedan sometime in the future.

I drive one. AMA.

Ash78, voting early and often > Galileo Humpkins (aka MC Clap Yo Handz) 05/31/2019 at 11:29

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I love any movie that’s both dark and hilarious at the same time. That’s one of the best, IMO.

and 100 more > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time 05/31/2019 at 11:32

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What year is yours, and how is the interior holding up?

and 100 more > Ash78, voting early and often 05/31/2019 at 11:33

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It also had those creepy internal cutaway scenes of the bullets traveling thru people’s innards,  w hich was pretty damn trick at the time!

ZHP Sparky, the 5th > and 100 more 05/31/2019 at 11:34

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Regarding Item #2: “And folks , that’s how I got internet herpes”.

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > and 100 more 05/31/2019 at 11:45

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2013, I must clarify it’s got only 36K miles so can’t say how it will hold up with higher mileage.

Leather is good, metal trims are good, All buttons are holding up.

But, t rim pieces coming off due to failing adhesive is a well documented issue.

There have been complaints about the sunroof squeaks and rattles but haven’t faced any. The trim from the inside is coming off but has never had any leaks because all seals everywhere are holding up good.

I don’t have it yet but t his is a common problem on high-traffic button areas:

and 100 more > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time 05/31/2019 at 11:48

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Good stuff to know, thank you!

Does your consume oil? I know the G35's did, to varying degrees. There’s also a special oil you can get that will stop the oil consumption issue, i believe. But you have to use that oil exclusively.

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > and 100 more 05/31/2019 at 11:52

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Nope. If I can recall that was a problem with the VQ35 not the Vq37. Forums say use genuine Nissan Ester based oil, I take it to Nissan and they use Mobil 1 Synthetic. Just follow the manual based on your driving habits. My commute is 5 miles one way mostly thru traffic and so I follow the serve use maintenance schedule and oil change every 4K miles.

http://www.the370z.com/engine-drivetrain/22488-nissan-ester-oil-part-synthetic-full-syenthic.html

and 100 more > ZHP Sparky, the 5th 05/31/2019 at 11:55

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HAHA!! Yeah, I didn’t quite get to that point.

The trick is, stay hydrated, so you don’t post thirsty things.

and 100 more > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time 05/31/2019 at 11:56

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Fantastic, thank you.

What about tires? I’m sure a lot relies on your alignment, but have you had to replace them yet? If so, how much did that run?

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > and 100 more 05/31/2019 at 12:02

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More than tires, it likes to ea t brake rotors. I have had them resurfaced twice then fronts replaced under warranty. Brake pads were glazed once and I got them fixed since I had it s

It’s high power, RWD until it slips AWD so expect some rear wear like any sports sedan.

I posted about my experience with tires:  https://oppositelock.kinja.com/michelin-pilot-sport-a-s-3-1000-mile-review-the-hype-1831774619

and 100 more > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time 05/31/2019 at 12:04

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Great knowledge, thank you once again! I appreciate you sharin g your experience!

Eury - AFRICA TWIN!!!!!!! > Ash78, voting early and often 05/31/2019 at 14:34

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No Lexus convertible, my friend. Infiniti only.

Still a great movie. So much fun to watch.

Oh great! A fucking tank! That should send us on our way!