The 370Z Thread

[SimpleS14]

Originally Posted by ZX88

fucking paddle shifters.....;

That's only for the auto transmission. If you look at my other posts, the video shows the car with a manual transmission (and no Nav).

[Bushido]

an overall improvement and evolution from the 350z, but it still doesn't look like a z to me.

[OptionZero]

fearless prediction:

it will have optional rays wheels on some trim levels

people will still replace them with sportmaxes and rotas

[drift freaq]

Originally Posted by OptionZero

fearless prediction:

it will have optional rays wheels on some trim levels

people will still replace them with sportmaxes and rotas

hahahahaha so true.

[s13 @ fullboost]

I would very much like to have one. I wonder what Nismo is making for it.

[devonkyle77]

why is everyone so down on paddle shifters? shits dope!

[ZX88]

Originally Posted by devonkyle77

why is everyone so down on paddle shifters? shits dope!

not really

[Bushido]

i don't care how much "better" paddle shifters are,

there is no replacement for a traditional H pattern and three pedals.

[honeybadger]

Paddle shifters + DSG transmission are really "better" as in faster around a track...

but the traditional shifters are more fun to me always..

[bigOdom1]

Originally Posted by Bushido

an overall improvement and evolution from the 350z, but it still doesn't look like a z to me.

that looks more like the 280z than it does the 350 the rear quarters are tribute for sure. overall i like the look of it, the headlights and tailights are not the most attactive but at the same time are somewhat pleasing to the eye in comparison to the shape of headlights in other vehicles.

[GSXRJJordan]

Originally Posted by honeybadger

Paddle shifters + DSG transmission are really "better" as in faster around a track...

But that's not what this is, and that's why it's not as good as a traditional 6spd manual.

Automatics with paddle shifters are still automatics - you still have a torque converter instead of a clutch system, so you're losing more power, and when you click a paddle/button, the computer tells the tranny to shift, and whenever it feels like it, it executes the shift - that lag is annoying as hell.

I think the car looks aiight, but its silly to think of it as a 'muscle car' like the Japs do... it's got nothing on the c6 vette, (probably around the performance of the Camaro and Challenger v8s though) but will probably cost almost as much. If I could get a base model with the 3.7L and a 6spd for $25k like you could with the 350z, I'm all for it.

[SimpleS14]

Official Pics!!!!!

[exitspeed]

FUCK I was just writing an article and was about to post these. Bastard.

autoilluminati » Blog Archive » 370z Fully Revealed by Nissan!

I'm happy with it!

[murda-c]

I can dig it.

[SimpleS14]

Originally Posted by exitspeed

FUCK I was just writing an article and was about to post these. Bastard.

autoilluminati » Blog Archive » 370z Fully Revealed by Nissan!

I'm happy with it!

Too bad you're not a mod anymore....the title can use some updating. :|

[exitspeed]

Originally Posted by SimpleS14

Too bad you're not a mod anymore....the title can use some updating. :|

I know. I'll Pm someone and ask them to change it.

[allntrlundrgrnd]

Wow.

Much more aggressive than 350.

interior looks much more refined and quality materials.

I never fully liked the 350's body lines, but these look way gangster

[devonkyle77]

looks good. cant wait to see msrp

[exitspeed]

My guess will be the BASE model will now start around $35-$38k range. That's about $10k more then the base 350z. This will def. move it more upmarket to compete with the 911 better.

What concerns me is that we're not hearing about "Ring" times or any other performance figures compared to the Porsches of the world.

[muddafakka]

The overall shape is kinda nice (side profile especially) but I still can't get over those head/tail lights. I don't think they'll ever grow on me.

The interior looks pretty good though. I remember a lot of people complaining about the Z33's interior.

It'd be kinda cool if they offered it with turbo right out of the factory but that might probably take away from GT-R sales and the smaller coupe they plan on coming out with.

[devonkyle77]

the problem is that is just a guess. price really fluctuates within different regions.
when it hits my local dealership i will be atleast entertaining it, because i am tired of being balls deep in agony over my s chassis. lol

[irax]

I really love the new 370z, not the biggest fan of the headlight/tailights styles but i love the whole car

[dorkidori_s13]

ok now seriously nissan...uve released the pics...NOW GIVE US SOMETHING ON YOUR BLOODY 2010 S CHASSIS!!!!

***waits impatiently tapping foot***

[drift freaq]

weighing in here from Chicago-land, It looks great. In fact those official side shots having an amazing amount of of S30 heritage in the look. From the side angle the car looks like a S30 with crazy body mods for track use. I like it and I like it a lot. I honestly feel right now that the new version of the S chassis will just not look nearly as dope. I know a lot of you hate to even think that. Though how could Nissan make something look better than this car and be cheaper?
Anyways, I will be back in Cali tomorrow and probably posting a little more, Mel, I have quite a few articles lined up and once again, I have some keen observations of the other makes. Including why Toyota is so strong.

[DreamN]

^ same feeling, and those lights are really growing on me.

[VROOOM]

Originally Posted by DreamN

^ same feeling, and those lights are really growing on me.

ive seen quite a few new Maxima's and those lights dont look too bad in person. hopefully the 370Z is the same.

[exitspeed]

Originally Posted by drift freaq

weighing in here from Chicago-land, It looks great. In fact those official side shots having an amazing amount of of S30 heritage in the look. From the side angle the car looks like a S30 with crazy body mods for track use. I like it and I like it a lot. I honestly feel right now that the new version of the S chassis will just not look nearly as dope. I know a lot of you hate to even think that. Though how could Nissan make something look better than this car and be cheaper?
Anyways, I will be back in Cali tomorrow and probably posting a little more, Mel, I have quite a few articles lined up and once again, I have some keen observations of the other makes. Including why Toyota is so strong.

You're an hour from me and you didn't let me know! We coulda met up for a beer.

But yea, I'm with you on this. GTR = ULTRA WIN! 370z = ULTRA WIN! Nissan is on a roll and it doesn't look like they are int he mood to go fuck things up right now in regards to their sports car line-up.

[Fries]

So Nissan is creating 2 cars that are 40k+ that can battle Porsche?

So what are they going to do when a 370z can out perform a GTR just by turboing it? Who will pay the extra 70k for a GTR when it's basically impossible to mod?

[ZilviaKid]

Originally Posted by Fries

So Nissan is creating 2 cars that are 40k+ that can battle Porsche?

So what are they going to do when a 370z can out perform a GTR just by turboing it? Who will pay the extra 70k for a GTR when it's basically impossible to mod?

people that just want to drive their car without messing with it?

[allntrlundrgrnd]

lol not everyone enjoys dumping 80% of their paycheck into their car