Lewis Schwier

Come on guys get your ticket paid for!

1. andy James (350Z)

2. Payco (510)

3. ShortPaul (370Z)

4. nismoandy (350z)

5. L. Schwier (370Z) PAID

6. S. Killick (370Z) PAID

7. Olly350z (370z)

8. Azurez33 (350z)

9. Cals_350z (350z)

10. Humpy ( 370Z )
11. Azurez33 (350z)

How come you're selling?!

1. andy James (350Z)

2. Payco (510)

3. ShortPaul (370Z)

4. nismoandy (350z)

5. L. Schwier (370Z)

6. S. Killick (370Z)

 

 

P.S shouldn't this thread be in the National meet section, I couldn't find it as was looking in that section. Can't help other might not see it because of this.

I've actually been researching into this topic for the last 2-3 years. First of all exhaust sounds are like exterior looks, it comes down to your ear and what you think sounds good. Some people love a single exit straight piped and the others a stock system all comes down to personal preference. But in this instance you sound like your looking for something similar to me so I think my input might be of help. First of all I had a 350z and it came with an awful cheap Japspeed K4 system, which was 'tinny' and 'droney' so bought an Invidia Cat-back system and I was so pleased with it, stock sounding under 4k revs then a nice deep sporty sound when you open it up. I then had a completely stock system on my next 350z which I really enjoyed as I could hear more engine and intake noise which gave a more muscle car acoustic to the cabin. I now have a Mk1 370z Nismo and like you had short tails on which sounded okay but were just cheap with a bad rasp top end. One thing to state is the 350z do sound different to the 370z and the exhaust systems clarify that. I've now switched back to the HKS Nismo system that was standard with the car new. Loving it so far but do want something with more noise further on down the line hence me watching nearly every single Youtube video for every exhaust system for 370z.

 

I'll just list a few of the popular ones.

Invidia Gemini - Probably the best value for money, never heard anyone who was disappointed with this system. Stock sounding low down with deep tone up top. Also exhaust prices on most other systems seemed to have increased by quite a bit which makes the Invidia even more appealing.

Injen system - An awesome sounding exhaust with beautiful tips, again not too loud but has a really nice tone.

Greddy - similar to Injen, top quality as expected

Ark Grip - One of the best but also expensive, the design of the resonators and how they sit are absolutely stunning

Motordyne - IMO the absolutely daddy, best looking, quality and sound but also very expensive

 

22 hours ago, da.murf said:

Funny I’m looking at exactly same option to the 350z

 

seems buddy club ultra low rails are way to go for them on the 350z anyway 

Yup there is a couple of youtube videos of people fitting them to 350z's. The one where they use Buddy Club seat rails look like they gave a really good seating position. None on a 370z but I wouldn't of thought they could be that different.

Has anyone fitted pole positions to their 370z or know anyone who has?

58 minutes ago, Jonnymonno said:

Hi Lewis

The fit was spot on with the correct seat brackets and they feel quality and very comfortable.

They took around four hours to fit from start to finish.

 

Good to hear, Braums have always been really good for the price and suit the z's really well

23 minutes ago, Jonnymonno said:

It’s been a while since i updated my thread, here’s my Latest edition to the Zed

Very nice! How is the fit and feel?

Nice to catch up with this thread, hope you're keeping well! Really look forward when everyone has their cars back on the road 💨 

Wheels are loooooking gooood!

 

It is crazy how low the exhaust sits, I've had a few people comment who have followed me in my Z.

 

HKS or Greddy both sound as good as the ARK from sound clips, not sure how they do on ground clearance.

5 hours ago, davey_83 said:

What a year it's been for your Ver1 Nismo. Those new additions are very nice indeed and mad attention to detail.

 

Love seeing both these rare cars out being used properly, lovely pictures. 

 

That's quite a thing knowing the cars you get to drive and nose around up close with, to still hold the Ver1 Nismo in such high regard. I was thinking about it today and worked out how to express it overall. A blessing is realising one's current position as fortunate, not needing to chase the wind so to speak.

 

Great build update and look forward to more in the Spring. 

Thanks man I appreciate that, yea its been an amazing first year of ownership.

 

Yea there is something about the combination of driving and great music that is good for my soul, the car is a blessing itself but also makes me appreciate the things we take for granted also 

11 hours ago, Olly350z said:

Always a tad annoyed you're probably at the opposite end of the country as I'd happily pay to get you to give my Nismo the once over as your attention to detail genuinely makes me happy. And getting them both together would be a great photo opportunity 

 

Out of interest can I ask what you paid for the mats and where from? It's right of passage for me with a new car to get new mats but the only source I could find was torqen, mega money and didn't look the same as mine but yours are

Thanks for the kind words, yea its a shame your not closer!

 

I bought them from Nengun, all in including import fee's and shipping they cost about £300. 

A few updates and a one year ownership review. Happy new year everyone thats reading!

 

Santa came through with some Nismo goodies, floor mats, oil cap, fuel cap and oil drain plug 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I also had my Nismo red accent stripes replaced and roof re wrapped. The Nismo striping were in bad shape and the roof wrap wasn't the best (done by the previous owner) so wanted it refreshed. First up the Nismo striping, now the obvious thing to do was to buy the genuine stickers but after looking I decided against this..as per with anything Nismo the prices were outrageous plus they no longer make the front one. Back one was $250 and the wing mirrors were $88 each! So I got in contact with Mikey from MKS Customs who does all the wrapping/vinyl stuff for my customers. He was certain he could get a good colour match to the Magma Red and get the dimensions OEM like. So I went ahead and bought the OEM wing mirror stickers from Z1 so Mikey had reference to the real thing.

I think he done a great job and saved me huge amounts of money.

OEM:

Before and after:

 

Had Mikey order in some Inzotek wrap from the States for the roof, anyone in the industry who is familiar knows that Inzotek film is the most paint like finish vinyl there is and do some absolutely amazing colours.

Haven't had a chance to polish and take photos yet but the finish is unbelievable and looks exactly like paint, the gloss and smoothness is incredible. (Roof done in Gloss Black)

 

Finally fitted new centre caps after coating them. Only replaced 2 out of 4 as the others were okay, after a quick polish and touch up they were as good as the new ones. As for the other crap I have no idea what one of the previous owners were thinking.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Quick wash and QD and car is now ready to be put away for the winter.

 

 

My garage at the new house is still filled with building materials so car will be taking residence at one of my good customers house.

 

 

 

 

 

 

All tucked away until Spring time 

 

So I've owned my car for just over a year now, 4,300 miles covered, 700 of those over 3 days in North Wales w/ @Killick.z

 

 

Honestly its been everything I dreamed of and more, every single time I drive this car I have a smile on my face and often when I'm cruising, listening to some great music I have a real sense of gratitude for the car and all things in this crazy, beautiful, mad thing we call life.

The performance of the car is all I need to satisfy me on public roads, a great balance between comfort and performance, a wonderful grand tourer with individuality and race car traits. I personally get a lot from driver engagement and the character of a car which the 370z has bags of. N/A, RWD with Manual gearbox will always be a winner for me.

Aesthetically I genuinely think the Mk1 Nismo is one of the most beautiful cars out there, obviously I'm bias as I have an emotional connection with the car but I work and spend intricate time with some of the best cars in the world and It never takes away my appreciation of the stance and silhouette of my car. Absolutely love cleaning/working on it and every single time I park up I find myself looking back at the car in awe.

The specialness that is the Mk1 Nismo 

, in the rarity and looks will always justify my choice in where maybe other cars trump it on performance.

 

 

North Wales road trip was the highlight of the year for me, really got to put the car through its paces from fast pace B roads to motorway cruising in all weather conditions. 700 miles in 3 days and the car didn't skip a beat, just made me love the car even more then I already did! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What an update! Can't wait to see these on!

 

 

On 14/12/2021 at 12:30, Loadmaster said:

Interesting stuff!

 

Any idea why the V2 Nismo isn't numbered (in the UK at least) the same way as the V1? 

Not sure, maybe to save money? From the design of the v2 it certainly looks like they were trying to extend beyond the v1 customer base to sell more cars.

On 09/12/2021 at 22:11, Willsy1980 said:

Well, they are on.

265/35/19 and 305/30/19

 

All in, £1100

 

If its dry this weekend i'll go get them scrubbed in and clean her up a little.

Gotta say, with the spacers in addition to the extra rubber, the arches are certainly filled out....

Great choice well worth the money, absolutely love mine, changed the look and feel of the car, enjoy!

@Olly350z couldn't of said it better myself. I also came from 350z to 370z Nismo. For the extra 10k you get more then 10k worth of stuff over a standard 370. Well worth it imo

The colour coded ones your thinking about are the very first mk1's that were between 2009-2013 which included the silver v1 Nismo wheels. Then when Europe got the Nismo for the first time in 2013-2015. Nissan had then updated the mk1 with the gun metallic v1 wheels with contrasting bodykit along with the red brake calipers, magma red pin stripe decals and Nismo badge with the m-red O.

 

In terms of numbering they are numbered to regional market (Europe, Asia, ect.) Hence why yours @reeceybeaneyis #210 and there is only 122 mk1's in the UK.

Also Asian market Nismo's have the Fairlady Z badge instead of the 370z and its also on the numbered plaque. (Pretty cool!)

 

In the American market they numbered them by each year of manufacturing.

 

(All stuff I've just mentioned has been researched because I'm sad haha)

This has to be one of the most pointless videos I've ever watched. Hate to be that guy but couldn't sit here and not call it out 😩

A lot of us upped tyres sizes on front and rear and seems to work really well, see here 

https://www.350z-uk.com/topic/116828-370z-nismo-2016-with-nismo-v1-wheels-tyre-options/

50 minutes ago, Stutopia said:

@Lewis Schwier I've logged in from Safari, Chrome and Edge today, desktop and mobile - with no issues. Please can you try clearing your browser cache and then retry.

 

Also, if anyone has seen this, please can you post up below?

 

Thanks

Tried that and many other things, if you haven't had a problem then must be an issue my end. Have absolutely no idea what it could be though. 

I can’t log in on my browser due to what it looks like is a expired certificate, not sure who Admin is but thought I would let you know. Lewis

 

 

Nice to see an update, interior is looking spot on. At lot of research gone into everything to get it how you want it, would expect nothing less! Loving the track photos as usual! 

A few updates over the last couple of months...

 

Unfortunately Nissan use a faux alcantara on the steering wheel so the quality is not great and the fibres tend to build up. So used Colourlocks leather sanding pad and fabric cleaner. Worked a treat! I think I will end up getting it re-trimmed by Royal but thats good enough for me atm. 

 

 

 

Minor service was due, car has only covered 4,000 miles since its last one but it had been a year so thought I would keep it fresh. Used genuine Nissan oil and filter can't go wrong with it. Also did a general health check whilst the car was up on the ramp. 

 

 

 

Also got these cool little keys rings from a little company, saw @Andy_Muxlow had purchased a pair so I went ahead too. Pleased with them, nice little touch!

 

Lastly I bought the Z1 intakes. Bit of a late night bored scrolling this purchase I have to admit but oh well very nice addition. Went to fit them myself and then quickly realised my oil cooler is located where the air filters are ment to sit, not mentioning the mess of wires that are for the lights. I'm no auto electrician but blows my mind why there is so much wiring for just two halo rings. So I'll have to try and relocate the oil cooler and tidy up the wiring. Not what I was expecting