grahamc

Id agree... I have had 4 imprezas in the past and loved them all, I am very tempted to trade the 350z against hatchback STi. At least I dont have to worry about the new one coming out, its just ugly. Also think it suits the jag and merc badges quite well

R36 has already been approved and is in the design phase I believe only due around 2017/2018 Large capacity NA, allegedly. That's for this concept, though. Which looks great. Which means the final version will look nothing like this, if indeed it ever gets built. Most definitely the big question, I would guess that it will be designed around F1 engines.... so smaller capacity, turbo and hybrid (or some sort of kers). Price wise, Im guessing above the £100k

love it

But they are pricey!! Could have the above car and woman for similar price

I doubt her ass checks will damage the paint work

Why a four seater???

Agree, GT-R is not quite a supercar....

Its more than being fast.... the GTR will be faster.... its about the overall package. The SLS is just more its stunning! Though, from the drivers seat I can only see about halfway down the bonnet....

Spot on with this Dan as usual. But will drop the 911 TT a peg There should be a class between supercars and high end sports car. Cars that are specially made for track/ hooning fun. For the like of the GT3 RS, noble etc. Have to agree 911 TT needs to come down a peg SLS I would be tempted to move it up one... These days, too many cars are built to cover more than 1 single purpose, so they become very hard to classify.

I have been giving some serious thought to this well for when I strip the car.... heater will stay, but a lot will be removed! http://www.lexan-windows.com/window-kits-windscreens.html?brand=152&model=403 Seems the nature of modern cars, the only thing that breaks the mould is the new ish gt86, even mx5's are bulking up in the weight department compared to what they used to be! Big fat comfy electric seats, airbags, big brakes & wheels, solid build added to the overall size all contributes Just try lifting your bootlid if your gas shocks go Most modern cars are like this.... just have a look at the size differences!!! http://jalopnik.com/the-ten-cars-that-improved-the-most-over-time-1497053004

You are spot on..... I actually meant Engine Tuner, NOT API! Have edited my original post

Anymore pics or a link? That looks fantastic!!!!

I was under the impression that the ringland failure was more the 2008 models.... What sort of miles are on the car? Failure rates are higher than you would expect, but its by no means common. I love the look of the hatchbacks and will considering the scoobies I have had in the past I will get another one and it will be a hatchback. I wouldnt let it put me off, in fact, you could probably use it to your advantage........ worst case it means that you have to pay EngineTuner a visit and that would be well worth it I have had 2 classics and bugeye.... bugeye got modded to 390bhp, rear half cage, brake and suspension work and its was fantastic to drive on the smaller twisty roads. Gave the GTR a good run.......... until the straight came Missus enjoyed driving it and in the winter, scooby continued whilst most other cars struggled to get on/off their drives (GTR included).

Interesting prospective and i shared a similar experience. I came from 10 years of Rx7's, my last one had anywhere between 450 - 501 hp (the 1 part is important, lol) pending on boost and in a 1250kg car, thats supercar + fast. My time with them was done though and realised the zed in terms of performance was going to be well shy, most cars in my budget in fact, unless i wanted to get into modifying heavily again. I had to adjust my prospective on what fast was or is. I had already decided, whilst how ever much fun it is, the Rx7 was just too much power to be usable on the road in anything but completely dry conditions and you so quickly into license loosing speeds, it was massive overkill. I have readjusted to the Zeds performance, i think its very competent and has more than adequate hp for road use, give it a shot of forced induction and believe it will live with the best of em out there on the road, a 911 Turbo S only has 326bhp per tonne and a 400 ish hp Zed wont be far off that for fractions of the cost GTR is at that power level, because it was cheap and easy to acheive (K&N panels, downpipes, ypipe, 1000cc injectors and a remap).... anymore and its a big jump, rods are the weak point and need to be replaced for the next stage of tuning. When I was looking at what to buy, before the GTR, I had had enough of modding cars and was looking at Astons, Porsches, Fezzas, etc. Then a friend told me to take a GTR for a drive............. nothing else came close. So I know where you are coming from, I really dont want to be modding cars heavily anymore - this is why (combined with the fact that I have the GTR) I dont want to go FI on the Z. Any links to your old RXs? Sound quite nice and the 1bhp makes all the difference!! Maybe it comes down to driving style and a minor issue with the car..... if there is a fault, then it will be given another chance No, i destroyed all knowledge i had owned it, lol, think i have the dyno run saved, will put it up Worth mentioning that is with just 1.1 bar of boost I would have a GTR all day (if budget permitted), personally i am not a huge fan of the styling but without spending at least double you cant come close Consider that I bought a 2010 model, its now about 3x the amount to get anything close.... Very impressive results.... must have been a fun little car

Interesting prospective and i shared a similar experience. I came from 10 years of Rx7's, my last one had anywhere between 450 - 501 hp (the 1 part is important, lol) pending on boost and in a 1250kg car, thats supercar + fast. My time with them was done though and realised the zed in terms of performance was going to be well shy, most cars in my budget in fact, unless i wanted to get into modifying heavily again. I had to adjust my prospective on what fast was or is. I had already decided, whilst how ever much fun it is, the Rx7 was just too much power to be usable on the road in anything but completely dry conditions and you so quickly into license loosing speeds, it was massive overkill. I have readjusted to the Zeds performance, i think its very competent and has more than adequate hp for road use, give it a shot of forced induction and believe it will live with the best of em out there on the road, a 911 Turbo S only has 326bhp per tonne and a 400 ish hp Zed wont be far off that for fractions of the cost GTR is at that power level, because it was cheap and easy to acheive (K&N panels, downpipes, ypipe, 1000cc injectors and a remap).... anymore and its a big jump, rods are the weak point and need to be replaced for the next stage of tuning. When I was looking at what to buy, before the GTR, I had had enough of modding cars and was looking at Astons, Porsches, Fezzas, etc. Then a friend told me to take a GTR for a drive............. nothing else came close. So I know where you are coming from, I really dont want to be modding cars heavily anymore - this is why (combined with the fact that I have the GTR) I dont want to go FI on the Z. Any links to your old RXs? Sound quite nice and the 1bhp makes all the difference!! Maybe it comes down to driving style and a minor issue with the car..... if there is a fault, then it will be given another chance

I am in a similar position... however the Z was not my weekend fun car purchase, for this I have a 600+bhp GTR - which I love and spend most of my money on. Currently, I am a little disappointed with the Z, the power just feels limp and I cannot get the MPG above 13, for whatever driving I do. MPG is about the same the GTR (when I took it around Silverstone - and oh yes, it passed the Zs easily ). Now, ok, this might be an issue with the car and I am currently trying to book in with Abbey to get it on the dyno to be tested and checked. Maybe a sensor is causing an issue and all will be well soon. Maybe I am just used to driving turbo charged cars - 3x imprezas (GT, classic sti, bugeye sti which was running 390bhp), 1x twin turbo supra (480bhp just a scary car, mental!!!!) and now the GTR.... So I dont have a problem with the insurance (mine is actually VERY cheap, Admiral MultiCar, highly recommended!!), I have an issue with the level of performance, the future potential of the car and what I have to spend to get it to a decent level.... I dont want to go FI on this car, if I was to go for a SC or TC thats 8-10k for a proper build and I would MUCH rather spend that on the GTR (would be a good for ceramic brakes or an engine build to ready the car for the next level of power). Got some big brakes and should be collecting some new wheels for the Z this weekend, but I am torn as to whether I should even fit these parts. Going to get it on the dyno first and then see whats happening..... Maybe I just expected too much from it......... we will soon see!

They have an awesome REP in the scooby world....

I have seen a lot worse drivers, using both hands, their stomach and boobs on the steering wheel. Its old school, steering with your knees.......

Will need a lot more than that....

993 or classic 911 would be my choice, but it depends what you are after from the car.... personally, I dont like dealing with Porsche. Stuck-up idiots working there, one of many reasons why I ended up with the GTR.... "no Sir, you cannot start the car, I must" - porsche salesman. Aston dealers were rather good

Thanks....

Have not driven out all the fuel, but have filled up again today. 60l went in before the "click" and for 60l I got 178 miles.... thats a little disappointing since my GTR does better miles than at more than double the power. I have also been driving quite calmly on this tank of fuel, to see about the fuel consumption.

Im assuming Syvecs would be good for this...... I did find this kit http://www.jenvey.co...d-horns-cknn02c Note the curved horns to fit under the bonnet Im very tempted, but rather nervous as well - already have 1 expensive car, dont need another.... thoughts are:- exhaust manifolds itbs cams ecu Would make one hell of a noise Graham, ring me to discuss....... Well, need to get you to dyno the 350z, so may as well have a chat then just looking for something different. No point SC/TC the 350z, I have the GTR for POWER Only want 300-350bhp from the 350z

Thats not bad.... will have a look this evening

I wouldn't imagine it be louder than 80db Fine by me tired of having the marshall coming over shaking their heads at track days OP clear your inbox please....