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It's an option at this point, nothing more. I figure that a sheddy early Zed + V10 + gearbox + DIY = probably what I would spend on a decent HR and mods.

Better than you would think, but I doubt it'll last very long in that condition. Until they drop a V6 in there and get rid of those eyes (like they've done with the convertible), I simply wouldn't consider one.

Blimey, that must've been some fit! Width I don't foresee being an issue, as the Zed already runs a vee, but IIRC there's not much room between the front of the V6 and the end of the car. Bizz did well with his to get the V8 in, but an extra two cylinders?

But it will cost him more if he takes it to court, that's the whole idea of the FPN system. Lesser punishment, and frees up the court time.

So in theory chaps, do we think that the BMW S85 V10 engine and the E90 M3 manual 'box would fit into a 350Z? Let's not assume for one second that this would be an easy fit, but do we think it's at least plausible? Sadly I cannot find the length of the S85 anywhere, even the official BMW literature isn't very helpful. I suspect that would be the limiting factor, more than anything.

Ah, I see. That makes sense to me, I can't stand any kind of stretch on a tyre!

Why do you think you'd need wider tyres? A wider tyre is a more expensive tyre, plus it'll weigh more so you'll go even slower than you do already. If you're not having any issues with the sizes you have now, then I'd suggest they're probably fine. What size are you running up front?

So you don't even know what speed you were doing? It's possible you were going faster than 30mph? You weren't paying attention to how long the lights had been green for? Mate, any good prosecutor is going to have a field day with a comment like that. What was the speed limit anyway? If you have a loud exhaust on, then they will be able to say that they heard you accelerate aggresively, which instantly paints you as a boy racer. Even if there was a car between you, that doesn't mean that they couldn't see your car go past the lights as they were red. My advice would strongly be to take this one on the chin and improve your driving. However, if you decide to contest it please keep us in the loop, and if you win I'll personally send you the confectionary item of your choice.

How do you intend to prove that they were not rihgt behind you? Also, 'right behind', is a relative term. In court, they will just say that they were the next car behind you and had clear unobstructed view of your car. Which is true, isn't it?

Morally, you're correct. Realistically, you're going to get reamed. If you ask them why it took them so long to catch up with you, after you've already said that you accelerated past the lights, that's not going to end well. They don't have to do you for speeding as well, just the red light jumping as it's a more serious offence. It's up to you, of course, but I hope you've got deep pockets for a good solicitor. Do NOT try and do this on your own. *EDIT* Ah, you said you're going to get that sorted. Good luck.

Then the light was probably green for a long time before that, so you could reasonably have expected it to turn amber and reduced your speed accordingly. Look, I'm not trying to preach here as like I said we've all done it, but you are on a hiding to nothing on this one.

I'd rather have the V8 over the V10 myself. Better noise, and you can use more of the power.

Sorry to be the bearer of the bearer of bad news, but you're stuffed. In the first instance, it was poor driving that led to this situation. You should've left enough time and been travelling at an appropriate speed that you could stop in time. Amber means slow down and prepare to stop, not nail it. That said, we've all been there and done it. In the second instance, you have the word of two policemen against you, with zero footage to prove your innocence. In short, you're stuffed. It's more likely that the two officers were correct, as by your own admission you accelerated to get through the lights. I wouldn't even bother contesting it, you really are going to have to suck this one up and adjust your driving in the future. They cannot change the offence though if you challenge the FPN, so don't worry about that. However, having a TS10 code on your licence will horrendously affect your insurance premium, as jumping red lights is clearly dangerous and could lead to them making a big pay out.

All you need to say is this: "As far as I know, there is no power increase for any of these modifications." That's it. No more, no less. That's the truth, you don't know as you've not done a before and after dyno, so how would you know? It's all about honesty, and if they're not happy with that answer then you'd need to go to another company.

Either would work well. Tbh any colour works on black, do you have any other colours on the car at all?

Everyone knows the DIF Lady!

I really hope that you guys get the meme that line comes from, else I'm just going to look a right git

Do it faggot.

It is just an Audi. BUT WITH A MID-MOUNTED V10 AND ONE OF THE NICEST MANUAL 'BOXES YOU'LL EVER FIND Aside from the tiny boot space, I think they're ace.

I also pixared your car for you lol

Ouch

How much are they from Nissan?

You don't even have 2GB?! Jeez, you really need to get that sorted. Upgrade that, then upgrade the OS, then you'll be sorted.

So German team signs up German driver ahead of German GP. Good timing for the press.

How do you know? Personally, I'd go and buy a roll of Nismo stickers for £2 and put one of those on a standard cap and be done with it. Unless you're having overheating issues, then a rad cap is for dress-up only.