2008 Nissan Altima Coupe [Archive] - RedFlagDeals.com Forums

trusoulja2g

Dec 26th, 2006, 07:18 AM

http://www.autoblog.com/media/2006/11/img_7670.jpg

http://www.autoblog.com/2006/11/29/la-auto-show-2008-nissan-altima-coupe-the-poor-mans-g35/

Great styling that's pretty much a clone of the G35. Interior still looks cheap though. I drive a 2003 Accord Coupe - the exterior styling on the Altima is way better but the interior is worse.

cereal83

Dec 26th, 2006, 07:29 AM

Thats so nice. I really really like that and I don't usually like the Nissan cars

shabby

Dec 26th, 2006, 10:22 AM

Will they make a maxima coupe too? Although its too bad both will be wrong wheel drive.

pennysaver

Dec 26th, 2006, 10:36 AM

Both of the 2008 altima versions look real nice in photos. Hope to get a good look at them in person sometime.

crazy_diamond

Dec 26th, 2006, 04:26 PM

nice car? i guess they are trying to compete w/ honda accord coupe?

xwar

Dec 26th, 2006, 05:06 PM

looks nice

hyperion

Dec 26th, 2006, 05:52 PM

I liked the old model better. This one looks like it has a Toyota Yaris inspired front end and Hyundai Tiburon inspired rear. Yuck and Yuck.

gordholio

Dec 26th, 2006, 06:01 PM

Thats so nice. I really really like that and I don't usually like the Nissan cars

What about the Infiniti G35?
This car looks similar.
I think the Altima's interior looks good also.

xopt1js

Dec 26th, 2006, 06:17 PM

I liked the old model better. This one looks like it has a Toyota Yaris inspired front end and Hyundai Tiburon inspired rear. Yuck and Yuck.

+1

qaplmz

Dec 26th, 2006, 06:41 PM

the old model was horrible, with those altezza lights, this model is much better.

aquariaguy

Dec 27th, 2006, 03:17 AM

Oo..not bad 270hp.

sportmiester

Dec 27th, 2006, 03:36 AM

Taste is personal no doubt, but I like the look

poor man's G35 indeed

flito ray

Dec 28th, 2006, 02:52 PM

Hood_Rep

Dec 28th, 2006, 05:07 PM

I liked the old model better. This one looks like it has a Toyota Yaris inspired front end and Hyundai Tiburon inspired rear. Yuck and Yuck.

-1

this is a great looking car, and definitely better in both specs/looks than the fugly accord coupe.

nissan will be probably replacing the g35c with the soon-to-be-released skyline.

Badman

Dec 28th, 2006, 05:55 PM

well they did a real good job with the rear but i think they should have changed the front a slight bit between the 4dr and 2dr.

normistheman

Dec 28th, 2006, 10:33 PM

Sweet ride. I wonder what the price will be when it comes out?

Anessa

Dec 28th, 2006, 10:38 PM

Are they going to be produced in Bible belt country USA?

evolution921

Dec 28th, 2006, 11:32 PM

Maybe it's just the angle, but I notice a huge gap between the front wheel and the fender. I certainly hope it is just the angle the picture was taken at, or else that huge gap will ruin the look of the car. I saw the new Sentra today, the gap between its wheel and fender is probably the same as that on the Titan.

ygtgxi

Dec 31st, 2006, 03:51 PM

platinum_dragon

Dec 31st, 2006, 06:32 PM

i saw the new nissan sentra!! looks so nice, have not seen it in real life but dying to see it, and i heard the nissa sentra is finally bigger, after toyota corolla, mazda3,hoda civic all got bigger, finally sentra is getting bigger

Sentra's getting bigger because Nissan's going to be releasing a sedan version of the Versa to compete with the Toyota Yaris / Chevy Aveo sedans.

ygtgxi

Dec 31st, 2006, 07:44 PM

yea i saw the versa, i think it looks ugly,

hehe i think the sentra looks sporty!
heh but would be nice to test drive it

mcheddadi

Jun 19th, 2007, 04:46 PM

Hey guys, you won't believe what I found while I was surfing the web! here are some really nice pictures of a Blue 2008 Altima coupe parked next to a Black G35 coupe
I've uploaded them all on imageshack (that was long lol)

http://img464.imageshack.us/img464/7563/photo77003389886813mainlx2.th.jpg (http://img464.imageshack.us/my.php?image=photo77003389886813mainlx2.jpg) http://img464.imageshack.us/img464/6044/photo77007389886813maindv3.th.jpg (http://img464.imageshack.us/my.php?image=photo77007389886813maindv3.jpg) http://img103.imageshack.us/img103/193/photo76995389886813mainyk1.th.jpg (http://img103.imageshack.us/my.php?image=photo76995389886813mainyk1.jpg)
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http://img103.imageshack.us/img103/9968/photo76961389886813mainsk7.th.jpg (http://img103.imageshack.us/my.php?image=photo76961389886813mainsk7.jpg)

mcheddadi

Jun 19th, 2007, 04:47 PM

http://img103.imageshack.us/img103/6637/photo76965389886813mainox9.th.jpg (http://img103.imageshack.us/my.php?image=photo76965389886813mainox9.jpg) http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/4809/photo76969389886813maindl7.th.jpg (http://img152.imageshack.us/my.php?image=photo76969389886813maindl7.jpg) http://img464.imageshack.us/img464/2374/photo76953389886813mainju7.th.jpg (http://img464.imageshack.us/my.php?image=photo76953389886813mainju7.jpg) http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/5536/photo76957389886813mainzy5.th.jpg (http://img152.imageshack.us/my.php?image=photo76957389886813mainzy5.jpg)

Prettiest car ever! :D

Rehan

Jun 19th, 2007, 04:58 PM

I saw one on the road yesterday... It looked pretty good.

theurbancanadian

Jun 27th, 2007, 11:43 PM

My girlfriend and I are starting to look into getting this car. Will the CCC and APA have info and dealerships for this car. I don't know if I should get a membership or not. Any other thoughts on this car? Is the 3.5 version worth the extra money? This will be my first new car purchase and I love this car but I want to get it at the best price. Any help is appreciated. thanks.?

df329

Jun 28th, 2007, 12:00 AM

saw one on the road awhile ago and really didn't like it. all is nice except when you're striaght behind it... ewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww

thephenom

Jun 28th, 2007, 12:20 AM

Those 16s seems to be TOOOOO small for the car with those huge fenders....and that C pillar looks horrible for checking blind spots.

TerryB

Jun 28th, 2007, 01:56 AM

I like the looks of the Altima Coupe but remember the new Accord Coupe is not too far off...now that is a sexy car

XxXSnake23XxX

Jun 28th, 2007, 02:44 AM

I actually went and saw this car today at the dealership, and DAM. This car is soooo nice. i saw a Black 3.5 SE with black interior. It was very nice inside and out. The only problem i had was trying to figure out how to put an after market 7" navi system in it. One more thing... 6% financing :eek:

otaque

Jun 28th, 2007, 01:54 PM

For Comparison
Personally I'm rather disappointed with the Accord ...

http://sohc.vtec.net/news_files/689703/coupe_side.jpg

http://sohc.vtec.net/news_files/689703/coupe_rear.jpg

TenzoR

Jun 28th, 2007, 02:17 PM

Prettiest car ever! :D

far from it ..

maniacshopper

Jun 28th, 2007, 05:24 PM

pretty good for a poor man's g35.

gheart008

Jun 28th, 2007, 07:49 PM

pretty good for a poor man's g35.

Well said. Looks too much like the G35

definite

Jun 28th, 2007, 08:00 PM

IMO, you can only go so big with the tailights. The new altima has the largest "jollyrancher" tails I ever seen. poo poo

theurbancanadian

Jun 28th, 2007, 08:00 PM

I went to the Nissan dealership today and am really considering getting this car. From what I've been hearing and reading, it is really hard to get a better price than what's quoted on their website since it just came out and there is limited availability. Anybody have any advice as to getting a better price or getting some free extras.

thephenom

Jun 28th, 2007, 09:53 PM

new_vr

Jun 28th, 2007, 10:09 PM

Well said. Looks too much like the G35

You say that like it's a bad thing...the G35 coupe is one of the best looking cars out there

malaco0219

Jun 28th, 2007, 10:57 PM

saw one on the road awhile ago and really didn't like it. all is nice except when you're striaght behind it... ewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww

hahaha :D

I don't really like this one either. It's like a poor man's g35, just a lower grade

careener

Jun 28th, 2007, 11:02 PM

thephenom

Jun 29th, 2007, 12:29 AM

They had a red one back in January at the CIAS (Autoshow) in Toronto.
I really thought it looked nice inside and out. It has a nicer line than the sedan by far.

You won't get any discounts in the foreseeable future..this car will sell like hotcakes.

I doubt it, as much as it's a nice looking car, it just doesn't fit the need of the market. If people wanted coupes, we'd see a whole lot more Accord coupes and Solara on the road. The Altima Coupe is bound to compete in that tiny market because honestly, it's far from being a true sports car.

FD3S

Jun 29th, 2007, 01:48 PM

I doubt it, as much as it's a nice looking car, it just doesn't fit the need of the market. If people wanted coupes, we'd see a whole lot more Accord coupes and Solara on the road. The Altima Coupe is bound to compete in that tiny market because honestly, it's far from being a true sports car.

Totally agreed...

and i think this car looks friggin cheap......

270Hp in a FF car.....i cant imagine how it will handle.....

XxXSnake23XxX

Jun 29th, 2007, 01:52 PM

then in fair contest...
yould u guys choose a Altima Coupe or a Impreza 2.5 SE

FD3S

Jun 29th, 2007, 05:57 PM

then in fair contest...
yould u guys choose a Altima Coupe or a Impreza 2.5 SE

altima coupe if u wanna look fast......not really a true sports car..

the imprez if you wanna good handling car....and loads of aftermarket support

simple to get power of of them.....TONS AND TONS of mods...

altima if you wanna just stick with mainly stock stuff...maybe only rims and a drop.....

roguechameleon

Jul 5th, 2007, 09:12 PM

Has anyone test driven one of these yet? Curious to hear some first hand opinions...

hangtime23

Jul 5th, 2007, 11:21 PM

Has anyone test driven one of these yet? Curious to hear some first hand opinions...

I've test driven both the 3.5SE and 2.5S...

the 3.5SE of course has a lot more power, picks up a lot faster, and is tighter on the turns. That being said, the 2.5S is still a pretty good ride...hopefully will be getting one soon myself!!!

roguechameleon

Jul 6th, 2007, 08:30 AM

I've test driven both the 3.5SE and 2.5S...

the 3.5SE of course has a lot more power, picks up a lot faster, and is tighter on the turns. That being said, the 2.5S is still a pretty good ride...hopefully will be getting one soon myself!!!

Which do you think you'll get? The 2.5 or the 3.5? Also... what options are you considering?

hangtime23

Jul 6th, 2007, 11:30 AM

Which do you think you'll get? The 2.5 or the 3.5? Also... what options are you considering?

I ordered the 2.5, with the premium package (leather seats, bose audio system, bluetooth handsfree, dualzone climate control), in red, with black interior.

I'll be picking it up tomorrow morning! I can't wait....I definitely won't be sleeping tonight..

hangtime23

Jul 8th, 2007, 02:22 AM

here are the pics from the first day with it...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/91066473@N00/tags/altima/

thephenom

Jul 8th, 2007, 02:49 AM

here are the pics from the first day with it...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/91066473@N00/tags/altima/

Nice pics! The trunk looks awfully small. Mind taking a picture of that? :D

Jeff146

Jul 8th, 2007, 04:55 AM

I ordered the 2.5, with the premium package (leather seats, bose audio system, bluetooth handsfree, dualzone climate control), in red, with black interior.

I'll be picking it up tomorrow morning! I can't wait....I definitely won't be sleeping tonight..

How much did it set you back?

roguechameleon

Jul 8th, 2007, 07:59 AM

Great pics! Thanks for posting them...

hangtime23

Jul 8th, 2007, 10:15 AM

Nice pics! The trunk looks awfully small. Mind taking a picture of that? :D

yeah, I'll try to do that sometime as well. It is quite small, but I think I should be able to fit 2 sets of golf clubs in there. Also, I'm moving up from a 2005 Toyota Echo, so to me, it's an upgrade in terms of trunk space (actually it's an upgrade in terms of everything!!!)

hangtime23

Jul 8th, 2007, 10:23 AM

How much did it set you back?

hey Jeff146...I've been reading the 2008 lancer thread on this forum as well, and saw you post a lot there. I actually was looking at a lancer as well before I decided on the altima coupe...I actually had committed 100% (in my mind) to getting the lancer, and then last week I went to a bunch of auto dealerships near my office (at the dixie automall), thinking to test drive some of the other cars in the lancer's class. I test drove the mazda3, and after trying that I still wanted the lancer. Then I went to Nissan, thinking I'd try out the Sentra, and as soon as I walked in, I noticed this car. I thought it was way out of my price range, but when I asked the salesman how much it was, he said it started at around $27k...and I was thinking...well, a fully loaded lancer is about $26k...so for an extra 1k to get this car? seems worth it...it's funny, I actually ended up getting the exact same one that they had in the showroom when I saw it the first time.

so I ended up going with this instead of the lancer, but I did get the premium package, so in total (after tax/freight), the cash price was $36.5k (but I'm actually leasing it)...I was able to get about $1500 off the MSRP...I went a little bit over my intended budget, but, like mickey d's..."I'M LOVIN IT"

Jeff146

Jul 23rd, 2007, 12:27 AM

hangtime23

Jul 23rd, 2007, 02:26 AM

It's looking good and definitely a good choice.

I was also looking at getting the Altima Coupe also but when I looked at the price I thought that it would be out of my price range.

That's definitely a pretty good price with leather seats and all.

How do you like it so far?

see, the thing is, if you're looking at getting a fully loaded lancer, it's not that much more to move up to the altima coupe. I paid more cuz I got the leather option with the bose sound system...but if you don't move up to that, you're only paying about $1500 more to move up to the altima coupe from the lancer, and with pretty much all the same features...so I think it's worth it.

I really love it so far, I just cleared the breakin period recently, so now I can finally start to push it more!

Rifle

Jul 23rd, 2007, 03:43 AM

Great pictures! Man, that is just one nice ride.

theurbancanadian

Jul 23rd, 2007, 10:14 AM

Finally my girlfriend and I ordered ours which should be here in mid-August :D We got the 2.5 fully loaded in metallic black. Will post pics when it arrives ;) Jeff146, are you thinking about changing the rims?

Jeff146

Jul 23rd, 2007, 11:00 AM

I think you've mistaken me for hangtime23

I actually bought the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer but I probably will not be changing my rims. (At least not in the near future)

hangtime23

Jul 23rd, 2007, 08:53 PM

theurbancanadian, I'm probably not gonna change the rims...the only thing I might do is to get winter tires when winter comes, so that I don't damage the rims I have on it now, I think the rims that are on it now match it nicely...

weedb0y

Jul 24th, 2007, 11:54 AM

I am actually impressed now. It looked fuglier before but its I am liking it now.

How much are the lease payments? :P

theurbancanadian

Jul 24th, 2007, 01:40 PM

Sorry Jeff146 and hangtime23 for confusing you two. I guess the excitement got the best of me :D

Clvn

Jul 24th, 2007, 02:52 PM

Hey just wondering... would it be possible to push start the manual version of this car? Since its push button start, would it work?

weedb0y

Jul 24th, 2007, 02:57 PM

Hey just wondering... would it be possible to push start the manual version of this car? Since its push button start, would it work?

If aftermarket remote starter systems can work with manuals, then I am sure factory system can do it easily!

hangtime23

Jul 24th, 2007, 07:34 PM

I am actually impressed now. It looked fuglier before but its I am liking it now.

How much are the lease payments? :P

I put down a chunk of a down payment...so my lease payments are only $228 right now after tax. I think without that down, it woulda been around the $500 mark...

hangtime23

Jul 24th, 2007, 07:34 PM

Hey just wondering... would it be possible to push start the manual version of this car? Since its push button start, would it work?

yeah, I'm pretty sure that the push button start comes standard on the manual transmission as well.

Clvn

Jul 24th, 2007, 11:11 PM

yeah, I'm pretty sure that the push button start comes standard on the manual transmission as well.

heh, I meant that if your battery or starter were to die... can you hold the clutch in while in gear and push the car to get it started, since the car senses your key you can't traditionaly put a key into the ignition to unlock the steering.

bembol

Sep 6th, 2007, 10:46 PM

My sister is considering it, okay I suggested it. LOL

Any other RFD picked this up...detailed reviews? What do you like/hate about it?

She's deciding between this or the '07 Civic EX Coupe.

hangtime23

Sep 6th, 2007, 11:36 PM

hey bembol...check this forum, it has a TON of information, a lot of people that own the coupe (including myself) post there and check it regularly:

http://forums.nicoclub.com/zeroforum?id=76

I absolutely love the proximity entry and ignition button...never have to take my keys out of my pocket! The Altima Coupe is in an entirely different class than the Civic coupe...it's aimed more at the Accord Coupe, it's much better than a Civic coupe IMHO.

My sister is considering it, okay I suggested it. LOL

Any other RFD picked this up...detailed reviews? What do you like/hate about it?

She's deciding between this or the '07 Civic EX Coupe.

roguechameleon

Sep 7th, 2007, 10:03 AM

My sister is considering it, okay I suggested it. LOL

Any other RFD picked this up...detailed reviews? What do you like/hate about it?

She's deciding between this or the '07 Civic EX Coupe.

Not really a fair comparison. If you're going to compare it with another car, have a look at the Pontiac G6 GTP Coupe.

UrbanPoet

Sep 7th, 2007, 11:59 AM

I put down a chunk of a down payment...so my lease payments are only $228 right now after tax. I think without that down, it woulda been around the $500 mark...

How much of a downpayment did you have to put to get $228 lease? how many months? 48?

hangtime23

Sep 7th, 2007, 11:49 PM

How much of a downpayment did you have to put to get $228 lease? how many months? 48?

It's over 36 months...with a $16k buyback, I put down $15k...

bembol

Sep 7th, 2007, 11:56 PM

hey bembol...check this forum, it has a TON of information, a lot of people that own the coupe (including myself) post there and check it regularly:

http://forums.nicoclub.com/zeroforum?id=76

I absolutely love the proximity entry and ignition button...never have to take my keys out of my pocket! The Altima Coupe is in an entirely different class than the Civic coupe...it's aimed more at the Accord Coupe, it's much better than a Civic coupe IMHO.

Not really a fair comparison. If you're going to compare it with another car, have a look at the Pontiac G6 GTP Coupe.

Thanks for the link.

I know it's not fair but she doesn't like the Accord or Domestic. She's tired of Sedan and want a Coupe so the new Mitsubishi Lancer GTS was out too.

I had time today, so I checked it out (Test Driving it tomorrow) and I really like it.

theurbancanadian

Sep 13th, 2007, 11:00 AM

Just got the call, my coupe is FINALLY here, picking it up after class :cheesygri

bembol

Sep 13th, 2007, 05:50 PM

Which Model/Color?

My second choice is Blue is available (3.5 SE CVT, Premium Package) but I told them I'll wait for my first choice...White!

theurbancanadian

Sep 13th, 2007, 10:18 PM

Which Model/Color?

My second choice is Blue is available (3.5 SE CVT, Premium Package) but I told them I'll wait for my first choice...White!

2.5 Premium metallic black. Had to wait this long so I could get employee pricing and I'm not an employee :D.

P.S Car is freaking awesome. I loved the Pearl White model I saw with the beige leather. The red is pretty too. Everyone I know or met that has the coupe has it in blue so I would never get that colour but yeah, this car is freaking awesome.

bembol

Sep 14th, 2007, 01:22 AM

I know. I can't wait for it, I keep telling myself BE PATIENCE.

My sister's first choice is Blue (2.5 SE, CVT & Premium) and I told them why would we want two of them in the drive way.

Tomy

Sep 14th, 2007, 01:36 AM

I know. I can't wait for it, I keep telling myself BE PATIENCE.

My sister's first choice is Blue (2.5 SE, CVT & Premium) and I told them why would we want two of them in the drive way.

i want one too!!
someone let me sit in it!

theurbancanadian

Sep 14th, 2007, 08:40 PM

I know. I can't wait for it, I keep telling myself BE PATIENCE.

My sister's first choice is Blue (2.5 SE, CVT & Premium) and I told them why would we want two of them in the drive way.

Trust me, I waited 2 months to get mine but it was well worth the wait. I thought this car was for your sister :D I guess you plan on taking it "from time to time" ;)

bembol

Sep 22nd, 2007, 03:49 PM

I read that 401-Dixie Nissan is good and it shows! My sister's 2.5S is in and my 3.5 SE will be in this Wednesday!!!

Here's the 2.5S. Her third choice in color. LOL

Mit_LanZer

Sep 22nd, 2007, 09:42 PM

i only test drove the sedan, not the coupe. i notice that on the sedan, the glove department is so LOW to the ground and the brakes too sensitive. one little tad of my toe and it comes to a stop so fast maybe cuz its new. anywho i plan on test driving the coupe this week. any difference from the coupe and sedan other than looks ? and two doors ? i notice the mirrors are so small and the window is so small in the back.
thanks

bembol

Oct 3rd, 2007, 10:15 PM

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c251/LouDiamonds/HPIM1188.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c251/LouDiamonds/HPIM1187.jpg

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c251/LouDiamonds/HPIM1186.jpg

onecoolloser

Oct 3rd, 2007, 10:27 PM

Nice!! So, do you miss the RSX yet?

The white one is yours, bembol? Throw some D's on that ____.

bembol

Oct 3rd, 2007, 10:43 PM

Sadly no. The Satin White is mine.

De-badging will be my only MOD. LOL

phonzy

Nov 25th, 2007, 08:52 PM

Thinking of Leasing a 2.5 Altima Coupe

Do I need to buy winter wires or will i be okay as there is no traction control on the 2.5.

Overall performance in the car

What should i worry about. Any minor details

Umm? The Smart key can be screwed up by your cellphone. Um, there might be an oil consumption issue. Not much else I can say...