Yesterday, we returned our 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible loaner after a week long test-drive. That means it’s time to close it up with some fun facts before our full-review due out next week.

Fun Facts about the 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible:

- Starting MSRP comes in at $43,850: Our 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible carried a final price-tag of $51,685 after being fitted with a Premium Package ($3,250), Illuminated kick-plates ($330), Sport Package ($1,350) R-Spec high-friction brake pads ($370) and a Navigation package ($1,850).
- Power: 3.7L V6 producing 325-hp/267 lb-ft – mated to a 6-speed manual or an optional 7-speed automatic with a manual shift mode. 0-60 mph in 5.3 seconds
- EPA fuel-economy estimated at 17/25 mpg (city/highway): We averaged a combined fuel-economy of 17.6 mpg over the full week.
- Key competitors: BMW 335i Convertible ($50,700) and the Lexus IS C 350 ($44,390).

Look out for the full-review coming next week.

2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible (Weekly Test-Drive):

- By: Stephen Calogera

All Photos Copyright © 2009 Stephen Calogera – egmCarTech.

As we continue our test-drive of the 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible we thought it would be helpful to take a look at the model’s rivals – just to show you guys what else is available out there.

2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible:

• Price: $43,850.
• Power: 3.7L V6 producing 325-hp/267 lb-ft – mated to a 6-speed manual or an optional 7-speed automatic with a manual shift mode.
• 0 to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds.

2009 BMW 335i Convertible:

• Price: $50,700.
• Power: 3.0L DOHC 24-valve inline turbocharged 6-cylinder making 300-hp/300 lb-ft – mated to a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic with manual shift model.
• 0 to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds with a manual transmission and 5.7 seconds with an automatic.

2010 Lexus IS C:

• Price: $44,390.
• Power: 3.5L V6 producing 306-hp/277 lb-ft – mated to a 6-speed automatic with manual shift mode.
• 0 to 60 mph in 5.8 seconds.

As always, stay in touch as we review the G37 S Convertible and ask us all the questions you want about the car. If you want a quicker response send us a Tweet and we’ll reply ASAP.

Hit the jump to see answers from questions asked since yesterday’s update.

2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible (Weekly Test-Drive):

Pat (in e-mail) How many miles per gallon are you getting and how is the handling?

We are averaging 18.5 mpg and handling so far is very impressive. Taking turns at high-speeds makes you feel very confident.

gigan: Compared to this, I can see how people think Acuras have too many buttons. However, I wonder if it is bc Acura has more toys to play w/?

The Infiniti G37 S Convertible has a lot of toys to play with as well; although it’s very simple to navigate around the technological features offered unlike Audi’s confusing MMI system.

Bob: During your “test drive” can you try to flex the body on the G37. I am curious is the cobvertible will have any rattles or sqeaks as the car is brought over bumps. Please try to find a ramp such as a up or down ramp going into a hotel or shopping center. Slowly approach allow one front wheel to drop low / or higher while the rest of the car is level then slowly take the ramp see if there is any flexing creak or squeals coming from the hardtop. You can also do this with some driveways that go downhill then drop to the street.

I had a 2005 G35x that I named “RattleRocket” after the first two years. Everything rattled and sqeaked on that car. I now have an 2008 G37 which is a huge improvment in interior quality and rattles and squeaks. I am considering a 2010 G37 Convertible or another G37 coupe in the spring and I am curious if that hardtop will be quiet enough for me. Trust me I will take the car on a long test drive myself, but this is stuff that you should be looking for in a car.

Second question is how is the 7-speed ? My 2008 has the 5-speed and the car now only has 15,000 miles and sometimes I swear the damn thing slips and sometimes I feel a bit feedback not when changing gears but simply accelerating in gear. Still the G37 rules over any other car that is why I still purchased a second one after my first “RattleRocket”. Hopefully Infiniti is continuously improving quality and I will be a third time return buyer.

“RattleRocket” – very creative. Indeed we have noticed that in previous Infiniti ‘G’ cars we’ve driven. However, that noise is minimized in the convertible. Nonetheless, it is still there. In terms of interior noise, the G37 Convertible is fairly quiet – very quiet when compared to other hard-top convertibles we’ve driven.

The 7-speed automatic transmission – well I hate it. It denies you downshifts and even upshifts. I would rather get a car like this in a manual-transmission but our test-car happens to be a 7-speed automatic and it’s very annoying. However, it does shift pretty fast.

- By: Stephen Calogera

All Photos Copyright © 2009 Stephen Calogera – egmCarTech.

The chilly weather has been fairly forgiving this week as we test-drive our 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible. Today we’re going to give you a little tour around the inside of the new Infiniti G37 drop-top.

“This new G has dual beauty – it looks as good with the top up or down – along with a beautiful, leather-appointed interior that is meant to be experienced wide-open,” says Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing – and we definitely have to agree.

The interior is very comfortable and controls are very ergonomically placed. We know we say that about a lot of cars but Infiniti definitely focused their attention on keeping the controls very driver oriented. One thing we didn’t like are the seat-adjusting controls; you basically have to keep the door open to be able to toggle around to adjust your seats to your liking. With the door-closed it’s nearly impossible to mess around with the seat settings.

The $3,050 Premium Package gets you Bluetooth, a Bose sound system with 13-speakers, memory seats, iPod connectivity, advanced climate control, a power-tilt telescopic steering column and automatic dimming rear-view mirror with HomeLink. Opt for the $1,850 Navigation Package and you can enjoy Infiniti’s Hard Drive Navigation System with 7-inch color touch-screen, XM NavTraffic with Real-Time Traffic information, 9.3GB Music Box hard drive with a CompactFlash slot and Infiniti’s Voice Recognition for climate control, audio and navigation. The $1,150 Technology Package adds Intelligent Cruise Control with Preview Braking, Adaptive Front lighting System and Pre-Crash Seat Belts.

We have the Infiniti G37 Convertible until next week so ask us all the questions you’d like and we’ll get them answered for you. Put your questions in the comments section below or send us a Tweet for a fast response.

2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible (Weekly Test-Drive):

- By: Stephen Calogera

All Photos Copyright © 2009 Stephen Calogera – egmCarTech.

Yesterday we welcomed the new 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible into our press fleet. Even in 61 degree weather we are driving with the top down; which Infiniti says goes down in 30 seconds. We clocked it in at 28 seconds.

Here are some pics of our G37 S Convertible with the top up and with the top down. Let us know what you think.

As always, ask us all the questions you want about the car in the comments section below or send us a Tweet for quicker reply.

2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible (Weekly Test-Drive):

- By: Stephen Calogera

All Photos Copyright © 2009 Stephen Calogera – egmCarTech.

Yes, we know it’s purple; and yes, we know it’s an automatic – but it’s still beautiful. Joining the 2010 GMC Terrain this week in our Weekly-Test Drive is the new 2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible.

First Impressions: It is one of the most beautiful coupes we’ve seen converted into a convertible. The 2009 G37 Convertible is Infiniti’s direct answer to BMW’s 3-Series Convertible and Lexus’s new IS-C. The hard-top convertible has definitely turned a lot of heads since we picked it up earlier today, especially from the ladies. Of course, that most likely does not mean you will attract girls with a purple convertible; more like girls are attracted to your purple G37 Convertible and can see themselves driving one. The interior is the same exact way you see it on the G37 Coupe, which is ergonomically designed with quality materials. We love the Bose speakers placed in the head rests – but most of all, we love pushing the 3.7L V6 that pumps out 325-hp with a maximum torque of 267 lb-ft. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed automatic with a manual shift mode with steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters. 0 to 60 mph comes in a whopping 5.3 seconds.

Pricing for the 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible starts at $43,850.

As always, stay in touch as we review the car and ask us all the questions you want about the G37 S Convertible. If you want a quicker response send us a Tweet and we’ll reply ASAP.

On a side note – let us know if you think the 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible looks better than the BMW 3-Series Convertible or the Lexus IS-C Convertible. Cast your vote in the poll below.

2009 Infiniti G37 S Convertible (Weekly Test-Drive):

All Photos Copyright © 2009 Omar Rana – egmCarTech.

Infiniti today announced the pricing details on the 2009 G37 Convertible. Scheduled to go on sale on June 19th, the 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible will start at $43,850 for the 7-speed automatic model with paddle-shifters and $43,900 for the G37 Convertible Sport 6MT.

Buyers can opt for the Premium Package, which will cost $3,250 on the 7-speed automatic model and $3,050 on the Sport 6MT. The Navigation Package and the Technology Package are priced at $1,850 and $1,150 respectively. A Sport Package is also available for $1,350 ($1,550 when chosen without the Premium Package).

Illuminated kick plates will run you $330 while a rear deck spoiler will cost you $830. If you want to spice up the wheels, get ready to cash out an additional $2,200 for the 19-inch wheels and $370 for the R Spec High Friction brake pads.

Refresher: Power comes from a 3.7L V6 that produces 325-hp. The 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible folds its top in 30 seconds.

Make the jump for the high-res image gallery and the press release.

2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible:

Press Release:

Infiniti Announces Pricing on All-New 2009 G37 Convertible

FRANKLIN, Tenn. (June 4, 2009) – Infiniti has announced pricing on the newest addition to the Infiniti lineup, all-new G37 Convertible, which is scheduled to go on sale June 19th at Infiniti retailers nationwide. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is $43,850 for the G37 Convertible and $43,900 for the G37 Convertible Sport 6MT.

The first-ever G Convertible features a three-piece power retractable hardtop engineered to deliver styling that looks as good with the top up as down. The exclusive convertible-focused interior offers standard leather-appointed seats and is available with a Bose® Open Air Sound System, front seat Personal Speakers, climate-controlled front seats and an adaptive climate control system that adjusts fan speed in accordance to top position and vehicle speed.

The new G Convertible comes equipped with a standard 325-horsepower 3.7-liter V6, backed by a choice of a 7-speed automatic transmission with available magnesium paddle shifters or a responsive close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission – offering buyers the same high levels of performance as the G37 Sedan and G37 Coupe, along with the wide-open exhilaration of top-down driving.

“The new G37 Convertible is a seductive addition to the G line that has already earned such prestigious accolades as Car and Driver’s ‘10 Best Cars’ in 2009,” said Ben Poore, vice president, Infiniti Business Unit. “It adds all of the excitement of open-air motoring without compromising the G’s legendary performance and signature styling. This new G Convertible is one more compelling reason for buyers to put Infiniti at the top of their consideration.”

- By: Omar Rana

We first saw the 2010 Lexus IS 250C at the 2008 Paris Auto Show. Now its more powerful sibling, the 350C, has made its debut at the 2008 LA Auto Show. Rival Infiniti also dropped the top on its 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible starting an all out war of two-door luxury Japanese convertibles.

Refresher:

2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible: 3.7L V6 that produces 325-hp and is mated to a 7-speed automatic with paddle shifters or a 6-speed manual. The Infiniti G37 Convertible folds its top in 30 seconds.
2010 Lexus IS 350C: 3.5L V6 that makes 306-hp and is mated to a 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual. The Lexus IS 350C takes 20 seconds to drop its top.

So which one do you see yourself driving down Sunset Blvd. in? Vote in the poll below and check out the comments section after the jump and let us know your thoughts process.

Click through for high-res photo galleries of both convertibles.

2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible:

2010 Lexus IS 350C:

• •  Convertible version of the G37 Coupe.
• •  3.7L V6 engine making a total of 325-hp.
• •  7-speed automatic with paddle shifters or 6-speed manual.
• •  Drops its top in a long 30 seconds.

Infiniti dropped the top on its 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible today at the 2008 LA Auto Show and we were quite impressed until we found out it takes 30 seconds for it to drop its top. We’re not going to make a big deal about something so minuscule since it can be forgotten by the cars good-looks.

It will go on sale in North America in spring of 2009 and will be available in two models including the G37 Convertible and the G37S Convertible Sport 6MT, which adds sport-tuned steering and larger sport brakes, along with 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and W-rated performance tires. Want some exclusivity? Check out the G37 Convertible Premier Edition being offered exclusively through the Bloomingdale’s Holiday Catalog. Only 200 units of the Premier Edition will be made.

Follow the jump for more high-res photos from the 2008 LA Auto Show.

2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible – Live from 2008 LA Auto Show:

2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible:

Press Release:

ALL-NEW 2009 INFINITI G CONVERTIBLE MAKES ITS
WORLD DEBUT AT THE LOS ANGELES AUTO SHOW

First-ever Infiniti G Convertible Set For Spring 2009 Launch in North America.

LOS ANGELES (Nov. 19, 2008) – Infiniti today unveiled the latest expression of its “Inspired Performance,” the all-new 2009 Infiniti G Convertible, at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. The first-ever Infiniti G Convertible builds upon the performance legacy of the Infiniti G line, with the liberation only a convertible with the top down can provide. It is scheduled to go on sale at Infiniti dealers in North America in the spring of 2009, followed later in other Infiniti markets around the world.

“Designed to rejuvenate the spirit, the G Convertible adds an open-air soundtrack to the G’s legendary driving exhilaration,” said Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, speaking before automotive media at the vehicle’s world debut. “This new G has dual beauty – it looks as good with the top up or down – along with a beautiful, leather-appointed interior that is meant to be experienced wide-open.”

The new G Convertible offers a three-piece folding steel top and a special convertible-focused interior, which features a unique Bose® Open Air Sound System that dynamically changes equalization based on outside noise, vehicle speed, and top position, and an adaptive climate control system that adjusts fan speed in accordance to top position and vehicle speed.

Every 2009 G Convertible comes equipped with an advanced 3.7-liter V6 rated at 325 horsepower. The engine is backed by a choice of an electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with available magnesium paddle shifters or a responsive close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission.

Technology features include standard RearView Monitor and an available touch-screen Infiniti Navigation system with XM NavTraffic® Real-Time Traffic information with 9.3GB Music Box Hard Drive, Pre-Crash Seat Belts, Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) with Preview Braking and Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS).

The G Convertible is offered in two models: the G37 Convertible and the G37S Convertible Sport 6MT, which adds sport-tuned steering and larger sport brakes, along with 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and W-rated performance tires.

Also available is a special, limited production G Convertible Premier Edition, offered exclusively through the Bloomingdale’s Holiday Catalog. With only 200 being built, the Premier Edition features a custom Monaco Red Leather leather-appointed interior, handcrafted red-tone Maple Wood trim, Midnight Black front grille and 9-spoke 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and tires. Pre-orders for the Premier Edition are being taken now for delivery in 2009.

The Infiniti display at the Los Angeles Auto Show also showcases the complete line of 2009 Infiniti vehicles, including the all-new Infiniti G37x Coupe with intelligent all-wheel drive, the new G37 Sedan with a 328-horsepower 3.7-liter V6 and a new, more powerful M35 rear-wheel drive sedan.

The 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible will make its public debut at the 2008 LA Auto Show in about 2 and a half weeks. Following that it will go on sale in mid-2009. However for those wishing to pay a little extra for some exclusiveness can order theirs on Nov. 10.

Nissan has teamed up with Bloomingdale’s to offer the 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible Premier Edition through the company’s annual holiday catalog. Besides the 330-hp 3.7L V6, the Premier Edition G37 Convertible gets a dark gray Platinum Graphite exterior, exclusive Monaco Red leather-trimmed interior with hand-crafted, red-stained genuine maple wood trim, and a special grille and 19-inch aluminum wheels.

Interested buyers can order via phone on Nov 10. at 12:00pm CST. But you better have fast fingers since there will only be 200 Premier Edition models made.

2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible Premier Edition:

2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible:

Source InsideLine

Let’s take a little break from Paris coverage and live images. Actually it’s still Paris related since Infiniti is showing their European onslaught of vehicles and has confirmed that the 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible will be coming to Europe by dropping this second teaser.

The hardtop Infiniti G37 Convertible will be powered by a 3.7 liter V6 engine that produces 328-hp and is mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission.

We’ll get to see the full thing next month at the 2008 LA Auto Show after which it will arrive in showroom in mid-2009.

2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible:

The 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible will go on sale in mid-2009. When we bring you the live pictures of the hard-top convertible from the LA Auto Show in November, you’ll see that it’ll look a little longer and a little wider. That’s because designer Shiro Nakamura and his team wanted to maintain the good proportions of the car while trying to camouflage the tall trunk that was required to store the top.

“There were lots of discussions with engineers and suppliers. By slightly widening, slightly lengthening the car, it all balances fine,” said Nakamura at an Infiniti press event.

Infiniti replaced all the sheet metal from the end of the doors all the way to the end of the cars. Designers added new fender flares, widened the rear track and redesigned the taillights. No official dimensions are available as of yet but Nakamura says the G37 convertible is several inches longer than the coupe and looks very different from the rear-quarter view.

Power will come from the 3.7 liter V6 engine that produces 328-hp which will be mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission.

2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible:

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As we told you earlier this week Nissan will show off the 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible at Pebble Beach - and here it is. Nissan released a side image of the G37 Convertible which will be shown all its glory at the 2008 LA Auto Show in November.

The retractable G37 hardtop is powered by a 3.7 liter V6 engine that produces 328-hp and is mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission.

The 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible will arrive in dealerships in mid-2009.

2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible: