Taking a break from my addiction to European V8/10/12 unicorns to introduce you to this 2013 Infiniti G37 IPL. Had to look it up myself in CarBuzz here, as I had no idea Infiniti launched a modest “enthusiast” (?) line similar to, but not meant to compete with, Mercedes AMG or BMW M cars. Maybe more like the Audi “S” line, tuned a bit but almost always 100hp less than their German brethren. Regardless, few noticed and the line was limited to this model only for 2011-2013 before being abandoned. Makes the G37 IPL a little unique.
The 3.7 liter six-cylinder is boosted to 348hp, mated to a six-speed manual transmission, giving it an ever so slight jump on a normal Infiniti G37 or Nissan 370z. Suspension is stiffened, and the body is clad in side skirts and a chin spoiler. Every little bit helps. The red interior doesn’t do a lot for me – the rear seat below looks like a place for midget lap dances. The Motor Trend review of a 2011 model is here. (The 2013 reviews were all about the introduction of a G37 IPL convertible.)
The G37 IPL sold new for almost $50,000 six years ago, and perhaps is a little steep at $22,998 for a two-owner, 69,000 mile coupe. Would probably skip MaxCare – this car ain’t going to break much. Find it here in Raleigh, North Carolina. 