The Future Automotive Thread

[dorkidori_s13]

i want some more news to leak out

[Future240]

I wonder if the new 240/silvia will have any of the GTR's dont-fuck-with-it features? I would say no seein as the 240/silvias were very tuneable, then again so was the GTR 34

[HyperTek]

http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/06...previewed.html

[Dutchmalmiss]

Originally Posted by future240

I wonder if the new 240/silvia will have any of the GTR's dont-fuck-with-it features? I would say no seein as the 240/silvias were very tuneable, then again so was the GTR 34

No way is the new Silvia/SX going to be as computer-ridden as the GT-R. I don't think it'll be fast enough to need to be electronically limited when you're not on a track, nor will it throw you codes if you mod anything on it. That would simply lose a huge number of potential buyers. Although, I wouldn't mind that multi-function display that Polophony Digital helped out with.

Originally Posted by HyperTek

http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/06...previewed.html

repost

[Gnnr]

Originally Posted by future240

I'm pretty sure they are lurkers. Think about if an official Nissan rep can here and asked what we wanted in the next gen 240 he or she would be bonbarded with pms from tons of people, all their wishes at him or her. However if this person just lurked they could get a general idea of what the community as a mass wants and expects. Just from reading this thread alone a Nissan rep could gauge that most zilvians expect the car to be between 18-28K with the base model bein just the car with pwr this and that, and the higher models havin LSD ect.

I don't know. I never heard of Nissan doing that...something just tells me they wouldn't be on Zilvia. Plus, why not gauge what the S-Chassis enthusiast in Japan sites have to say. It'd be easier (and probably more beneficial to us) to gauge the enthusiasts in Japan.

[dorkidori_s13]

(i know this doesnt have alot to do with this thread i just thought it was funny)

i got neg repped by the guy i quoted for this post in the old (and now locked) 2010 silvia thread (even though he was already red repped...it didnt do shit...i just thought it was funny)

http://www.zilvia.net/f/showpost.php...&postcount=237

but hey...who am i to point out to people who dont want to use the SEARCH button (or read thru the thread when it was pointed out before that this current thread existed)

[woodchuck]

Originally Posted by exitspeed

^
If there is a lurker I hope they are listening to my idea of a RWD G20 revival based on the new Silvia's platform.

agreed.
a rwd performance sedan for the US would be nice for the people who can't ball out and get the cars by infiniti and lexus. sometimes used just doesn't cut it for some people.

also if there is a lurker:
DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT PUTTING SOME GAY PADDLE SHIFTER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION BS and NOT give us an option for a manual transmission.

New Mitsubishi Ralliart + Gay paddle shifter technology = FAIL

[norbac]

Originally Posted by exitspeed

Toyota is on the 86 forums regarding their new coupe.

wonder how truly effective this is, i guess time will tell, considering that most people that own 86 may not be initial their target buyers, but buyers after it gets old and cheaper and affordable and wants to modify

[carnal_c30]

Nissan does listen, I cant say they are on here, but I know Nissan USA does pay attention to forums, I got flown out a couple of months ago to Nissan HQ in Tennesee to test drive the '09 Maxima before it was released. They were watching maxima.org and gauging responses to the car on the forums etc.

But from what I hear, Nissan Japan isnt nearly as focused on our opinion as Nissan USA, so if its a Japanese market vehicle, I'm guessing anything we have to say would be of little importance. I got luck with the Maxima as it is a US market designed and built car.

[norbac]

you should've told them, make it manual with RWD!!!

[carnal_c30]

Originally Posted by norbac

you should've told them, make it manual with RWD!!!

we did, but they didnt listen to that part haha... we were telling them how can they have the slogan shift_***** when theres nothing to shift
paddle shifter cvt is ok though, car is a HUGE improvement over the last gen Max

[norbac]

haha, well, so much for listening to what people want, its more like, we're going to make something and you are going to buy it and like it, lol

[Gnnr]

I don't remember if this was posted in this thread, but has anyone else heard of Mazda planning to release a "new RX-7" in 2010 (as a 2011 model)?

http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/07...rendering.html

[Baka Sama]

Yeah Ive seen pictures of the new Rx7 thats coming out. Looks are very nice so far and hopefully they can do something about to make up for the rx8. Or atleast an engine that gets better than 18mpg and eats oil 3 times a day.

[norbac]

rx7 better be the real deal and dope, rx8 just doesn't cut it

[MikeisNissan]

So what does everybody think? I personally like it.

[dorkidori_s13]

Originally Posted by MikeisNissan

So what does everybody think? I personally like it.

already been covered...its photoshopped (and doesnt really follow nissans current design structure...too mechanical looking...no where NEAR flowing enough)

[exitspeed]

Originally Posted by dorkidori_s13

already been covered...its photoshopped (and doesnt really follow nissans current design structure...too mechanical looking...no where NEAR flowing enough)

Yep. And yep.

[dorkidori_s13]

interesting tidbit of news that popped up today about the new hyundai genesis coupe...

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...leId=129812#12

Quote from the article:

"Known internally as "BK," the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will go into production in December 2008 at Hyundai's Alsan, Korea, plant. Look for the cars to arrive at dealerships in early February 2009."

looks like Nissans got a fire lit under its ass for the new entry level coupe no?

[Fries]

I dont know what to think. All of Nissans newer vehicles look like fat little girls to me. [No offense to anyone]

Im just curious how much fun a 3,500 pound car will be with our smaller sized motors. Think 300zx with a stock sr? UGHHHHH :'(


Before you flame, I'm not %100 up to date on Nissan's plan for this vehicle as there's so much speculation it makes my head blow up.

Anyway, I can only hope Nissan does a good job.

[dorkidori_s13]

Originally Posted by Fries

I dont know what to think. All of Nissans newer vehicles look like fat little girls to me. [No offense to anyone]

Im just curious how much fun a 3,500 pound car will be with our smaller sized motors. Think 300zx with a stock sr? UGHHHHH :'(


Before you flame, I'm not %100 up to date on Nissan's plan for this vehicle as there's so much speculation it makes my head blow up.

Anyway, I can only hope Nissan does a good job.

im pretty sure nissan has already taken the weight issue into concern...im gonna say count on a car that weighs in around 2900-3100 lbs with AT LEAST 250hp

[WILDACEX187]

Originally Posted by dorkidori_s13

im pretty sure nissan has already taken the weight issue into concern...im gonna say count on a car that weighs in around 2900-3100 lbs with AT LEAST 250hp

thats a better power to weight ratio than 240's with ka's. very fun IMO

[dorkidori_s13]

S15 was roughly 2900lbs and 250hp...not hard to do

and sorry...but KAs suck in the S chassis (i know some of you like KAs...i personally hate KAs and think they were nissans dirty little mistake)

[SexPanda]

Originally Posted by dorkidori_s13

S15 was roughly 2900lbs and 250hp...not hard to do

and sorry...but KAs suck in the S chassis (i know some of you like KAs...i personally hate KAs and think they were nissans dirty little mistake)

You mean dirty little secret... lol.

[MikeisNissan]

Seriously what is wrong with the KA motor? You must not like torque.

[kingkilburn]

The KA is decent but Nissan made no attempt to adapt it to being in an entry sports car. Just think if they gave it a good intake and exhaust with a fully balanced crank. It could have been pushed a lot further.

[dorkidori_s13]

Originally Posted by MikeisNissan

Seriously what is wrong with the KA motor? You must not like torque.

im not gonna start this debate...its like mac vs PC

i work on a mac all day...i know how to fix them...do i like them??? fuk no...theyre over priced peices of shit that give you very little control and knowledge of your own machine

i have my opinions on the KA....however im not going to get into it outside of the fact i cant stand those motors...they were a HORRIBLE choice for nissan to use in the S chassis...and i will never understand what people see in that assbackwards technologically DEFFICIENT motor...theyre heavy...ugly...require TOO much to do what a SR does on a stock bottom end...and just all around bug the piss outta me

now if you LIKE the KA...and im not going to argue that with you one bit...but please do understand...the KA was a HUGE mistake on nissans part in this country...had they used even the CA18det the S chassis market here (and view of nissan period) would be MUCH different

[dorkidori_s13]

well...new updates on the genesis coupe...

looks like RMR (rhys millen racing) got a hold of the new hyundai coupe and have already set one up for the 2009 Formula D season...

SEMA Preview: Rhys Millen and Hyundai team up on Genesis coupe - Autoblog

the new coupe will be showing at SEMA this year (along with 2 other genesis coupes and 3 sedans)

nissan better get off its ass and announce something soon...fukin HYUNDAI is beating em to the punch...and pretty damn hard too

[Neejay]

Originally Posted by dorkidori_s13

interesting tidbit of news that popped up today about the new hyundai genesis coupe...

Hyundai Invites Aftermarket Tuners To Measure 2010 Genesis Coupe

Quote from the article:

"Known internally as "BK," the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will go into production in December 2008 at Hyundai's Alsan, Korea, plant. Look for the cars to arrive at dealerships in early February 2009."

looks like Nissans got a fire lit under its ass for the new entry level coupe no?

Originally Posted by dorkidori_s13

well...new updates on the genesis coupe...

looks like RMR (rhys millen racing) got a hold of the new hyundai coupe and have already set one up for the 2009 Formula D season...

SEMA Preview: Rhys Millen and Hyundai team up on Genesis coupe - Autoblog

the new coupe will be showing at SEMA this year (along with 2 other genesis coupes and 3 sedans)

nissan better get off its ass and announce something soon...fukin HYUNDAI is beating em to the punch...and pretty damn hard too

Couldn't agree with you more. They need to release some kind of info, even if it's a lie. lol They're getting left behind a lot.

[exitspeed]

I think Nissan has some time. I am antsy to say the least. Even if they debut it at Detroit, that is only 6 months from now. And lately Nissan has been showing near production concepts of cars slated to come out soon. It could be released early Summer within that time frame.

And regarding the Formula D car, I'd much rather see it racing in a Touring Class race doing actual racing. No offense to the drifter people, but I want to see how this thing handles a road course.