Very strong V6 power + short shifting 6 speed manual + rear wheel drive platform with LSD = tons of fun. Mileage is decent considering the overall performance as well...
4 wheel independent sport tuned suspension with near perfect weight distribution. Many of the suspension components are aluminum to reduce unsprung weight and improve overall handling.
G35 is not perfect but you will have to look pretty long and hard to find unhappy owners. These cars use a number of proven parts from the Nissan bin including the VQ engine which is nearly bulletproof. Repairs when they do occur are quite reasonable