S2000 or G35 coupe

[LanceM]

if you want a car that can handle and is a bare bones sports car go with the s2000. It doesnt have the luxury that the g35 has.

If you want a nice coupe all around go with the g35. The s2000 is more fun to drive, but less practical.

[twitch]

Originally Posted by SilentSamurai

Search for things like s2000 problem, s2000 recalls, g35 recalls, and so on.
Cause with forums its always "what i've heard"..."I saw this"..."I read somewhere"

Great advice SilentSamurai.

A great online resource for the G35 is Infiniti Help - All About Infiniti

You can use this link to access the information for the 2005 G35. 2005 Infiniti G35 Coupe Vehicle Overview
The resource lists all bulletins posted for the specific year model that you chose.
I do not like though that the site changed recently and requires a sign up. The worst part about this is that it looks like you can only view one bulletin per day with the free membership which sucks! Nevertheless you can see what sort of common items are reported on the vehicle. Any of the symptoms that I had were covered under warranty anyway and were fixed. I did purchase an extended warranty for peace of mind that covers the car to 90,000 miles. I shopped around for the best price and picked it up.

These are the problems that I've experienced:
- Headlights replaced (cracked on inside plastic HID/halogen divider)
- interior rearview mirror replaced (rattled like crazy)
- Leather replaced on bottom cushion of drivers seat (due to split)
- Passenger side window motor replaced twice (common item for failure)
- clutch switch replaced due to sporadic issues of car not starting

Although the list seems lengthy for the car my ownership experience has been great. Most of the "problems" are more of an annoyance and certainly not show stopping. It also helps that the local dealership treats me right and always provides a loaner when the car is being serviced.

[aabablusaan]

'My dad owns a 2005 AP2 Honda S2000, and he\'s 6\'2\" 230. He absolutely loves it, and I do as well. The G35 is a nice vehicle with an exhaust that sounds almost exotic. \r\n\r\nAs many of you have posted, the selection should be based on the intended purpose of the vehicle. If this is your primary car, sadly, the S2000 is not for you. No real interior space, no trunk space, just a man and a machine. Nevertheless, if you just want a weekend thrill ride, definitely go with the S2000.\r\n\r\nThe G35 is an extremely livable machine - it\'s the 350Z with amenities. However, it is not the all-out sports car that is the S2000 or the 350, it\'s more of a GT.\r\n\r\nThe best comparison is the 350Z v. S2000, but before you do any more pondering about the car, contemplate your potential uses of the car, then test drive, then buy!\r\n\r\nRA'

[1nate7]

I went from G35C to 350Z to S2000. I would recommend any of them but it really just depends on what you want out of the car. I found myself wanting smaller/lighter/nimbler cars as I got more into track driving. The pros and cons have pretty much been covered, drive them both and you will probably know which one you really want since they really are quite different.

[sevenrd]

Thanks for all of the replies!

In the past, I've lived with a cushy Acura RL and a bone-jarring MX-5 with an aftermarket suspension. There are things I liked and disliked about both. As far as the different dynamics of the G and the S2000, I'm sure I could live with either car. I realize I'd sacrifice some comfort choosing the S.

What it may come down to is reliability, and it's difficult to get a concise handle on this, as researching both cars brings up some issues that some owners have had. On the G forums there are quite a few oil consumption issues I've read about. On the S forums there are some differential issues some members have had. That said, no matter what car is researched, I realize some people are always going to have one with mechanical issues, some will not.

[NSXTASY]

S2000 hands down. They are certainly not similar cars in my book. Do you want a sports car or a luxury car.

The S2000 will be more reliable in the long run, and may have better resale.

As far as differential problems, if you drop the clutch at 7k RPM's at every light, you'll have problems.

[Tripperfx3]

Id have to say either would be a great choice. I've done mtn. runs with S2K's and they are killer! The G35 would probably be a better car due to the off the line grunt of the V6, but the S2K's are still great! As far as the diff. goes i've only heard of them going out with 500HP lol, so i wouldn't worry about it too much.

[never gone]

HMMMMM...What would I pick??

[spin117]

BIASED!!!




(The last two are mine)

[DinosGSR]

I wholeheartedly agree with ir13, the G35 is a car you can pack your family in and head over to miniature golf. An S2000 is an enthusiasts vehicle, providing few creature comforts and has the heart of a racecar. I own an S2000 and it is not what I would want to drive every day, but on the weekends when the sun is out, the wind is blowing and the temperature mild, there is no other replacement for that experience.

[JustinDetail]

Do you like torque and ability to store more than a piece of gum? Then G35.
Do you wish your Honduh had "a hunded towsend dollah unda da hood? Then STwoTowsend.

[ir13]

Originally Posted by JustinDetail

Do you like torque and ability to store more than a piece of gum? Then G35.
Do you wish your Honduh had "a hunded towsend dollah unda da hood? Then STwoTowsend.

That has to be the most idiotic comment in a thread full of serious discussion about both cars. Grow Up.

The S2000 can carry alot in its trunk if packed correctly. Someone on here had a mobile detailing business they ran out of one.