2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible starting at $43,850

As our First Drive revealed, Infiniti's first folding tin-top is a decent performer and markedly more attractive in appearance than its Germanic competition. And now that pricing has been revealed, the 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible just got a bit more desirable. The seven-speed, automatic-equipped model starts at $43,850, while the six-speed manual model (6MT in Infiniti parlance) with its standard Sport package comes in at $43,900 (both excludes $865 destination and handling). Just for comparison's sake, the BMW 328i starts at $44,550, while the hotter, twin-turbocharged 335i commands $50,700 for the privilege.



Package pricing is listed in detail below the fold, but for $3,250, the automatic model can be outfitted with the Premium setup, while opting for the Sport 6MT saves you $200 on the same package. Navigation and Technology packages will set you back $1,850 and $1,150, respectively, but if it came time to use our money, we'd just tick the box for the Sport ($1,350 with Premium, $1,550 without) and Performance Tire and Package for $650, along with the "R Spec High Friction" brake pads ($370).



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 lists. "

MODELS:
				SUGGESTED (1)
		MODEL	ENGINE/TRANSMISSION	LIST PRICE
		G37 Convertible	3.7L DOHC V-6	$43,850
			7-spd auto w/ manual shift
		G37 Convertible Sport 6MT	3.7L DOHC V-6	$43,900
			6-speed manual
				SUGGESTED (1)
	FACTORY INSTALLED OPTIONS			LIST PRICE
		Premium Package		$3,250
		Premium Package - Sport 6MT		$3,050
		Navigation Package		$1,850
		Technology Package		$1,150
		Sport Package (with Premium Package)		$1,350
		Sport Package (without Premium Package)		$1,550
		Performance Tire & Wheel Package		$650
		Wood Trim		$550
		Premier Edition (2)		$3,000
	PORT INSTALLED ACCESSORIES
		Splash Guards (Set of 4)		$200
		Illuminated Kick Plates		$330
		Rear Wind Deflector		$540
		Spare Tire Kit		$490
		Rear Deck Spoiler with Integrated Antenna - with Navigation		$830
		Rear Deck Spoiler with Integrated Antenna - without Navigation		$830
		Midnight Black Grille		$350
		19-inch Accessory Wheels		$2,200
		R Spec High Friction Brake Pads		$370
(1)	Manufacturer's Suggested List Price: Dealer sets actual price. Prices and specs are subject to change without notice.
	Excludes tax, title, license, and destination charges. Destination and handling $865.
(2)	Requires Premium Package, Navigation Package, Performance Tire & Wheel Package;includes Midnight Black Grille
	and 19-inch accessory wheels; not available with 6MT; no longer available for dealer/customer ordering.