She moves
In the case of the tester, power was sent to the rear wheels by one of the best six-speed manual gearboxes in recent memory. The short, stubby shifter moves with intentional but limited effort, and pedals are placed beautifully for heel-and-toe shifting. Changing gears in the G37 is a manly but efficient exercise.
On a spirited drive, the convertible's weight shows some benefits. Every movement occurs with a deliberately solid feel that communicates a clamped-to-the-road dynamic. Steering feel is equally heavy, with a level of effort that's appropriate, and not too eager, for the car.
Convertible fanatics have been wishing for the G37 Convertible's introduction more than G37 Coupe owners have-- but it's not to be mistaken for your average powder-puff ragtop. The fixed-roof model might be first on the enthusiast's list, but the drop-top still definitely has the moves.
Shoppers who can deal with the space constraints will find the G37 Convertible delivers huge on style, sound, and power. Even loaded with some options, it puts up a strong argument for your dollar beside some of the pricier German stuff.
photo:Justin Pritchard
In the case of the tester, power was sent to the rear wheels by one of the best six-speed manual gearboxes in recent memory. The short, stubby shifter moves with intentional but limited effort, and pedals are placed beautifully for heel-and-toe shifting. Changing gears in the G37 is a manly but efficient exercise.
On a spirited drive, the convertible's weight shows some benefits. Every movement occurs with a deliberately solid feel that communicates a clamped-to-the-road dynamic. Steering feel is equally heavy, with a level of effort that's appropriate, and not too eager, for the car.
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| Even loaded with some options, it puts up a strong argument for your dollar beside some of the pricier German stuff. |
Convertible fanatics have been wishing for the G37 Convertible's introduction more than G37 Coupe owners have-- but it's not to be mistaken for your average powder-puff ragtop. The fixed-roof model might be first on the enthusiast's list, but the drop-top still definitely has the moves.
Shoppers who can deal with the space constraints will find the G37 Convertible delivers huge on style, sound, and power. Even loaded with some options, it puts up a strong argument for your dollar beside some of the pricier German stuff.
photo:Justin Pritchard
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