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Depends on what kind of driving style you have when encountering congestion. With London and the cities its a part of life. Bigger issue was the size/width (I  had a Mk2 Nismo) for the roads in your area tbh

On 07/09/2022 at 06:31, GranTurismoEra said:

That's a very good photo - angle, lighting etc

Just unsure if I would be able to invest the time effort to keep it clean!

Prefer the non GT spec tbh a lot cleaner. Think the brighter colours would suit it more too

5 hours ago, GranTurismoEra said:

 

The criticism is a soft suspension, crap brakes and tires. Unsettled on the track. They went too GT. Its marginally quicker on a winding track than the Nismo

 

I dont know why it took so long for anyone to do this comparison. That just shows you the Nismo is a superior car. If it had a VR30 it would beat the new Z on the track.

 

Nissan should have at least gone with better tyres and Suspension for the Sport version. Maybe the Nismo will fix these issues.

Better looking (subjective) - I prefer the rear lights on the new Z giving a stretched out look but it's lost the muscular wheel arches which is a shame. Nismo MK2 was the pinnacle of the 370z design 

I wasn't too impressed with my 370z Nismo brakes tbh so the new Z having worse ones is mind boggling

Interior is p close too given those Nismo seats. Wheel design isn't much diff also. 

370z Nismo seems a bit sharper on the corners. It looks a bit better from the side/front

On 15/07/2022 at 22:22, GranTurismoEra said:

Loads of options here. F type V8 for example or Mustang. Quite popular where I am. 

 

Im not sure this yellow does it justice. Its pale pearl yellow not sharp enough. Also hides the shape of the car a little bit. The 370 was bold enough to have bright colours. This car lacks the curves i think darker colours work better. 

 

 

I feel you on that to a degree. Just if I  were to get one then it would involve mostly London driving and from experience/observation brighter colours get you noticed more and so other road users (mopeds, cyclists, lorries, vans, taxis) have more time to anticipate you coming or even when you're parked up

TTRS in Kalaymi green though has the sound track that the new Z doesnt 

Interesting to see what the next Mustang looks like - recent spy shots don't give you a sense of what it will look like

Next Corvette Z06 in RHD wont have the central quad exhausts unfortunately in Europe due to Euro sound/pollution regulations. Massive shame even though it will be out of budget for me 

Corvette Z06 Models Outside US Won't Have Center-Exit Exhaust (motor1.com)

Saw that video. I think he is dead on the money 

Aesthetically the yellow with black/gun metal wheels work well. Shame the bronze isnt offered nor a silver rim - would go with the Black and Blue exterior colours. 

I've gone full circle and I think its go yellow (w/ black interior) or go home with this new Z esp as it will be mid £50s by the time you import one. 

Thinking of blue or white might as well as get an F type. The average person wouldn't tell the difference. I've shown the Yellow to non Z ppl and they say it has a bit of Ferrari to it 🤪

In the Nismo Ive had 2 passengers in as long as they're short. One in the passenger seat leant forward and one sitting behind (shoes off) on the shelf. It's actually do able 

8 hours ago, DoogyRev said:

I still can’t like the rear, it’s sort of looks stuck on like an after though 

I agree thats the downside of the higher spec trim level - the spoiler and mud flaps look tacked on and def going to get dust/dirt trapped inside also. The base econospec looks better but unless you like gun metal or black then will have to opt for 2 tone

1 hour ago, GranTurismoEra said:

For me the lights are not wide enough. The only real difference is the straightness of the rear Whereas the mustang has a sloping rear not completely straight down. I don't think the design is bold in any way. Its a bit german and safe to be honest. The unibody gives the rear quarter a more prominent appearance. Thats about it.  

 

The only reason Americans are saying its better looking than the 370Z is because its new. While the 370Z looks dated. I rather stick to a 370Z Nismo in terms of looks its superior and im very tempted in future to get a nismo for keeps lol. Unfair comparison maybe. I cant see the Nismo being amazingly better looking than the standard car. Not in the same way the 370 nismo v2 is transformed from standard car. Can reference the red car showcased few weeks ago a slight improvement. with front bumper and arch liners. 

 

Yea the 370z Nismo is tempting for me too but I sold mine for £26k so will not be wanting to pay more than £20k. Ideally 1/2 owner. White, silver or red. Market still strong maybe 2024 it drops. I know the new Z wheels are the same size as the Nismo so potentially get a mid miler Nismo and swap the wheels if they are in terrible condition. 

If it meant settling for two tone then maybe best to get the premium trim (with the fancy interior, LDSm rays etc) but with the rear mud guards - they actually compliment the rear spoiler somewhat to make the rear end a bit more cohesive. Still prefer the simplicity of the base version tho

On 07/05/2022 at 12:56, GranTurismoEra said:

 

12 mins for exhaust 

 

How do you avoid the two tone and get a unibody that offer 370 type flare to the rear quarters. I havent seen the spec list lately. If Unibody is only available with base trims then id rather get that and mod

I was going to do a post about this which echoes you're thoughts. (Unfortunately) the mono colours are that gun metal grey, black and burgundy (yuck lol) in the base trim with those five pointed star wheels not the Rays ones. I think the look completely changes just by having one bodycolour throughout. Also notice that the hatch rear glass does not have bottom section beneath it painted black like with the two tones. This car is becoming more of a what if tbh real shame 

49 minutes ago, GranTurismoEra said:

Didnt they say US was only getting 3 trims. Sport, Performance and Proto. Sport being similar to base in Japan.

 

No word on if thats being used to test a road going Nismo version. I cant see it being more than a 20-30 hp hike with aero kit. Something you could do with the base car. Another 150 hp+. 

I'm p sure the Japs are offerred a econo spec that's lower then the cheapest US spec. That's the one im referring to and is v cheap considering. 

Base cloth seats don't look too bad tbh and passable given the cost saving 

Aesthetically the rear spoiler/front chin spoiler delete looks cleaner imo

This base spec has a different exhaust but tbh the high end trim isnt known for its sound note

Think the only omission is the open diff instead of a LSD -  but is it really going to negatively affect the driving dynamics esp for daily driving?

I'm still confused as to whether this econo-spec is Jap only? That would be better for us intending to import 

2 minutes ago, hmale4yu said:

 

Had a look into the Jap specs and tbh the very basic spec seems like the best deal 5,241,500 YEN  / $40,890 

1. Auto or Manual  (Rev match tbc)
2. Pretty much all the exterior colours to choose from
3. Miss out on the suede seats but doesnt really matter esp if you're happy with black cloth (which pairs well with the brighter exterior colours)
4. Better looking alloys (subjective I know)
5. Day to day British cruising no need for the performance add ons, staggered set up. Together with the Auto I feel this would be the best daily driver spec esp in cities. more then enough performance for the price for most ppl
6. Cleaner rear end without the spoiler (subjective again I know)
7. Bose set up on this spec should be sufficient as well as the infotainment esp coming from a 370z

Seems like this $40k  spec is only for the Jap market not US - can anyone confirm?

On 26/04/2022 at 15:11, GranTurismoEra said:

Z Base price coming in from Japan is 5.2 Million Yen or $40,000. Around £32,000. 

I dont think the base manual has the Rev matching tho

tbh I prefer the wheel design although the wheel arch gap is a bit big. Plus would be more comfortable around town

Stateside ppl are getting impatient with this now. The longer they leave it the more of a performance gap with direct rivals and other cars that perform same/better at sim pricepoint. Don't think it's special enough to import one over sadly

Just saw a Nissan crossover thing recently in what I believe is the Boulder Gray colour and tbh I think in British weather it looks a bit flat/dull. Could also perhaps have something to do with the model I saw not really being a looker. Could have been a Quashqai? 

I've seen a photo of a blue 350z along side the new blue Z and tbh the new car is only a shade or two lighter. You have to remember all these shots have showroom spot lights and/or outside in the American sun so it really flatters and makes the colours pop more. I have a feeling the boulder gray and blue won't pop as much in British overcase conditions

Given the yellow has a fair amount of pearl in it I think it makes it alot more appealing then Vegas yellow on the  Audi S1. Would like to see the car with a front registration plate on it as it would break up the gaping grille somewhat. 

I'm likgin that Boulder grey with the blue interior. The grey is light enough to contrast with the gloss black detailing. I think the Blue might be a bit dark but its really difficult to tell without seeing it in real life esp  in the British overcast weather. 

Having seen those videos I'm starting to think that whilst not a bad looking car, the proportions are more stretched out compared to the 370z giving it a less compact/muscular look. The area above the rear wheel arch is a bit less cohesive/more separated off compared to the 370z which literally  has a huge fender flare to it. The new doors look sharper with the angled side creases but the bonnet appears more stretched out. Just doesnt have the same planted, stocky look of the 370z. Maybe they will suprise us with the Nismo. That deserves to be a £50k car, not this 

The refurb s work well with the old rays wheel design. Presumably these were in black stock? Has aged well this car. Black def colour to go for for a non Nismo 370z

10 hours ago, Ekona said:

Tbh at that money there’s a million* other cars you can pick from, that all trump the new Zed in one way or another. Let’s be honest, anyone buying one of these wants one simply because it’s a Zed, not because it’s a better car than any of the alternatives. 
 

 

*may or may not be true. 

Hate to agree with you on this one 

My personal opinion is that its only worth making a left field choice if there is something unique about the car - Alfa 4C with the carbon tub, Lexus LC with its looks. The new C8 Z06 has a ridiculous engine and sound. Still a slight chance the Nismo might be something special

Better off spending an extra £10-15k and getting a LC500 if the new Z comes in at £50k

Better resale (V8) , better looking, Lexus reliability and sensible owner history usually, still a rarity, better sounding (V8), nicer interior

Better off spending an extra £10-15k and getting a LC500 if the new Z comes in at £50k

Better resale, better looking, Lexus reliability and sensible owner history usually, still a rarity

6 hours ago, GranTurismoEra said:

If it looks like another car im sure its purely coincidental. I prefer an angular grill and hope there will be numerous options available including a Nismo version 1 style and an angular vented grill with redesign for aftermarket.  

 

 

According to rumours it will cost more in Japan than in US. Around £44000 or $61,000. This adds around £15,000 to the base model not accounting for markups. Close to 7,000,000 Yen.

 

There will be Version S, ST and Proto Spec. Looks like youll probably save money importing from the US and use the difference to clear the car.  £44,000 is a rumour but expected price for Japanese market. Supra is still £54,000 new in Japan without discounts. 

 

I think this might be an exaggeration as $20,000 above US price in the home market while possible doesn't add up. I think US price will be higher and Nissan USA cant guarantee prices. Average being around $45-$50000 

 

 

Do you think its reasonable to presume therefore a newish import from Japan will be late £40s/early 50k mark? 

I know with inflation and increasing costs but I'm sorry but its not mind blowing enough visually or performance wise to warrant that cost.