Infiniti G35

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Note: Sometimes the manufacturer of the G35 may be referred to as Nissan. Technically, this is true- Nissan Motor Co. Japan manufacturs the G35. It is marketed and sold in the US as an Infiniti. Please do not be confused by this.

What is the Infiniti G35 Coupe?

Nissanâ€™s 2004 Description:
â€œThe 2004 Infiniti G35 Sport Coupe has a racing-inspired, driver-oriented, rear-wheel drive platform and a powerful 280 horsepower 3.5-liter DOHC V6 powerplant. With its advanced design and advanced technology, the G35 Sport Coupe turns up the performance and drapes it under a sensuous, eye-catching two-door body.
The G35 Sport Coupe is offered with a choice of 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode or a 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission. Infiniti's Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system and Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) are standard on every G35 Sport Coupe.â€
As far as itâ€™s platform goes, The G35 Coupe is built on the front mid-ship platform first employed in the Infiniti XVL Concept Sedan, which would later become the Nissan Skyline V35 Sedan in Japan and Infiniti G35 Sedan in the US.
The specifications of the G35 Coupe varied over the years. The following are links to the official specs as listed on the Nissan/Infiniti News site:

2004 Specifications: http://www.nissannews.com/infiniti/2004vehicles/g35sportcoupe/specs.shtml
2005 Specifications: http://www.nissannews.com/infiniti/2005vehicles/g35_coupe/specs.shtml
2006 Specifications: http://www.nissannews.com/infiniti/2006vehicles/g35_coupe/specs.shtml

Model Differences

Note that this list is not complete. There are additional changes (with electrical wiring for instance) that are not listed. Look at this as an overview of key changes:

2004 Changes:

Faster CD Changer
Tire Pressure Monitors Standard
LEV2 Emission Standards

Infiniti Comments for Model Year 2005:

â€œDesigned from the ground up on the racing-inspired FM (Front Mid-ship) platform, Infiniti G35 coupe expands its performance capabilities for the 2005 model year with the addition of a new Sport-Tuned Suspension Package featuring 19-inch wheels and tires, Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD) and 18 additional horsepower for the G35 Coupe 6MT model with 6-speed manual transmission.
The 2005 G35 coupe features a long list of standard performance features, including a 280 horsepower 3.5-liter DOHC V6 mated to a standard 5-speed electronically controlled automatic with manual shift mode. The G35 Coupe 6MT model offers 298 horsepower and a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission.
The 2005 G35 coupeâ€™s interior has also been refined with a new instrument panel and console area and use of new materials and textures, including the addition of real aluminum trim on the center console, door grips and center dash, and mp3 playback capability added to the standard 6-disc CD changer. Ultra-soft leather-appointed seats are now standard on all models.â€œ

2005 Changes:

New Sport Tuned Model For Coupe â€“ Applies to both manuals and equipped automatics
Rev-Matching 5 speed Automatic Transmission on all Automatic Transmissions
Brembo braking system removed from 6MT models
Sport 6MT Received Rev-UP version of VQ35DE
19â€ Forged Alloy Wheels available as options
Revised Interior Featuring:
- Authentic Brushed aluminum interior trim
- Redesigned controls w/ rotary volume and temperature
- Adjustable shift light for manual models on Automatic transmissions
- Revised Manual Transmission for easier shifting
- Drilled aluminum pedals for sport models
- Yellow steering wheel stitching for sport models
- Power Reclining Seats
- Power Tilt and additionally, Reach, Steering
- Softer Leather
- Revised Gauges
Athens Blue color option added
Caribbean Blue color option removed

Infiniti Comments for Model Year 2006:

â€œThe Infiniti G35 coupe, since its introduction in 2003, has offered sports coupe lovers a powerful, rear-wheel drive performer â€“ one that combines a racing-inspired platform and advanced technology, all draped under a sensuous, aerodynamic body. For the 2006 model year, the G35 coupe continues to add refinements, including available Rear Active Steer; new bi-xenon headlights and revised taillights; additions to the Premium Package, including available Intelligent Key system and Bluetooth? Hands-Free Phone System; a new exterior color; and new Sport Package styling features, including unique front fascia and side sills and revised optional rear spoiler.
The rear-wheel drive G35 coupe is powered by an advanced, 280-horsepower V6 engine mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode and Downshift Rev Matching. The G35 coupe is also available with 6-speed manual transmission delivering 298 horsepower. The G35 coupeâ€™s performance is enhanced by a 4-wheel independent suspension with lightweight aluminum components and highly aerodynamic styling.â€œ

2006 Changes:

Rear Active Steer Option
Premium Package includes Intelligent Key on Automatics
Premium package includes Bluetooth hands free phone system
Memory Settings on Power Seats
Liquid Platinum Color Option Added
New sport package styling featuring revised front bumper, side sills and rear spoiler
Vehicle speed sensitive power steering, and 15.1:1 steering gear ratio standard
Redesigned taillights and aluminum accent rings on door panel speakers
Redesigned headlights feat. projection assembly and non-functional side strip
Revised seatbelt design
Revised navigation system

Production

About how many were produced and sold for the United States?

25,949 in 2005
28,377 in 2004
28,965 in 2003

Colorss

DA/US/JPN - Code
Ivory Pearl - Ivory Pearl - White Pearl - QX1
Brilliant Silver - Brilliant Silver - Diamond Silver - KYO
Desert Platinum - Desert Platinum - Desert Platinum - KX6
Capri Blue - Caribbean Blue - Crystal Blue - B16
Garnet Fire - Garnet Fire - Flare Red - AY2
Twilight Blue - Twilight Blue - "OLD" Dark Blue - BW5
Black Obsidian - Black Obsidian - Super Black - KH3
Toreador Red - Laser Red - Burning Red - AX6
Silverstone - Diamond Graphite - Sparking Silver - WV2
Emerald Mist - Emerald Mist - Not Avaliable - D10

JDM only colors:
New Dark Blue - BW6
Red Rose Pearl - AX8
Light Blue - BX9

(note 2005 and 2006 colors not listed)

Regional Differnces

Nissanâ€™s designation for the G35 Coupe and Skyline 350GT Coupe are both the same, CPV35. Whether the vehicle is sold in the US, Japan, Korea, the Middle East, or elsewhere in Asia, they are all produced at the same plant and on the same assembly line. At some points in production different parts are used for different markets. Most of these differences are legal ones however, as they are all essentially the same cars. Engines, Supsensions, Bodies, etc are all the same. There are a few differences however, such as:

Rear lights on the JDM coupe have orange secondary lighting
Nissan / Skyline 350gt labeling in Japan
Speedometer labeling in Japan
Suede seat inserts in Japan

Having said that, they are all badged inside as Nissan Motor Co. V35, whether they are USDM or not. Almost all G35s in the US that carry Nissan or Skyline badges were badged that way using OEM (original equipment manufacturer- in this case Nissan) parts. In many cases, this badging was done at the dealer at the customer's request, after delivery. Ultimately the argument over whether or not the USDM G35 is a Skyline 350GT is an argument of semantics.