RE: Nissan 370Z MY18: Driven
Discussion
sandys said:
I'm sure they did do an auto Nismo here in the UK as I recall reading a blog on the work some guy who had a gen2 Z auto with Stillen where he had switch to manual shafts etc to fit a Quaife in the box as I think the auto did not get a diff, they probably only stopped it recently because of the new tax rules, it would be in next bracket and push over 40k which as an already low seller in the UK in auto mode would ultimately make it untouchable.
So perhaps set up an autotrader alert, one might pop up
No , no auto Nismo , the 370z gt comes with a viscous lsd which is variable depending on temperature , the quaife is a significant upgrade imo , you can fit the quaife diff designed for the 350z and you do indeed need to buy new halfshafts (from the 350z to allow it to be fitted) Hope that clears it up So perhaps set up an autotrader alert, one might pop up
The blog you read may have been my old car with was a white 370gt with a Stillen supercharger, quaife diff and custom auto box , but mine was a 2012 GT Edition
NickofName said:
Anyone else think putting a pretty generic twin turbo V6 in a Z-car would be a huge mistake?
It will lose its main claim to individuality and will be fighting on a more level playing field with its turbocharged competitiors. I remember it being mooted a few years ago that the next Z drive-train could be properly small capacity and heavily hybridised or even a plug-in hybrid, which I think would be preferable to yet another twin-turbo V6.
The 3.0 TT Infiniti engine is a very good engine and my better than the VQ35/37 imo It will lose its main claim to individuality and will be fighting on a more level playing field with its turbocharged competitiors. I remember it being mooted a few years ago that the next Z drive-train could be properly small capacity and heavily hybridised or even a plug-in hybrid, which I think would be preferable to yet another twin-turbo V6.
liner33 said:
The blog you read may have been my old car with was a white 370gt with a Stillen supercharger, quaife diff and custom auto box , but mine was a 2012 GT Edition
It was probably you then it was a long time ago, looked like a great car, I was sure it was a Nismo oops. Does that blog still exist, I couldn't find it, my google-fu has failed me.Edited by sandys on Monday 19th March 14:46
liner33 said:
NickofName said:
Anyone else think putting a pretty generic twin turbo V6 in a Z-car would be a huge mistake?
It will lose its main claim to individuality and will be fighting on a more level playing field with its turbocharged competitiors. I remember it being mooted a few years ago that the next Z drive-train could be properly small capacity and heavily hybridised or even a plug-in hybrid, which I think would be preferable to yet another twin-turbo V6.
The 3.0 TT Infiniti engine is a very good engine and my better than the VQ35/37 imo It will lose its main claim to individuality and will be fighting on a more level playing field with its turbocharged competitiors. I remember it being mooted a few years ago that the next Z drive-train could be properly small capacity and heavily hybridised or even a plug-in hybrid, which I think would be preferable to yet another twin-turbo V6.
The GTR has a TT 6 so not sure why it would be a problem in a Z.
Will be fast
Will sound ace
Will go fast.
Job done.
sandys said:
It was probably you then it was a long time ago, looked like a great car, I was sure it was a Nismo oops. Does that blog still exist, I couldn't find it, my google-fu has failed me.
Yep its here http://370zgt.tumblr.com/ . This blog is by the guy who I bought it from it was a long time ago, looked like a great car, I was sure it was a Nismo oops. Does that blog still exist, I couldn't find it, my google-fu has failed me.Edited by sandys on Monday 19th March 14:46
We did a swap mine was the CF12 RGF GT edition, which was mildly modified but I took it back to stock for him , I used to work for the company that did a lot of the work on it
Couldnt get on with the gearbox in the supercharged one it was too aggressive for everyday driving
More good words (and photos) about the 370Z... from another UK site:
"It doesn't conform to either of the classic JDM stereotypes, but the 370Z is a fast, well-equipped mini-muscle car with charm coming out of its ears."
"It was – and is – a bit of a monster; a slow-in, fast-out miniature muscle car that was always left trailing for outright dynamic ability by the Porsche Cayman, but the Zed was cheaper, and much faster..."
"It doesn't conform to either of the classic JDM stereotypes, but the 370Z is a fast, well-equipped mini-muscle car with charm coming out of its ears."
"It was – and is – a bit of a monster; a slow-in, fast-out miniature muscle car that was always left trailing for outright dynamic ability by the Porsche Cayman, but the Zed was cheaper, and much faster..."
unsprung said:
More good words (and photos) about the 370Z... from another UK site:
"It doesn't conform to either of the classic JDM stereotypes, but the 370Z is a fast, well-equipped mini-muscle car with charm coming out of its ears."
"It was – and is – a bit of a monster; a slow-in, fast-out miniature muscle car that was always left trailing for outright dynamic ability by the Porsche Cayman, but the Zed was cheaper, and much faster..."
I wholly agree with all of that. "It doesn't conform to either of the classic JDM stereotypes, but the 370Z is a fast, well-equipped mini-muscle car with charm coming out of its ears."
"It was – and is – a bit of a monster; a slow-in, fast-out miniature muscle car that was always left trailing for outright dynamic ability by the Porsche Cayman, but the Zed was cheaper, and much faster..."
sandys said:
amoeba said:
As mentioned above already factored into the list price, so not something you have to think about, of course it would make it a cheaper car if it wasn't taxed but it is what it is, you can't bypass the governments ill informed Eco based taxes, buy it pre-regged if you want to save that dough.Even direct from Nissans states ' On the road price includes VAT 2011 rate of 20%, 12 month Government Vehicle Excise Duty (determined by Co2 emissions figure and fuel type) and Government First Registration Fee
Edited by sandys on Sunday 18th March 20:49
unsprung said:
More good words (and photos) about the 370Z... from another UK site:
"It doesn't conform to either of the classic JDM stereotypes, but the 370Z is a fast, well-equipped mini-muscle car with charm coming out of its ears."
"It was – and is – a bit of a monster; a slow-in, fast-out miniature muscle car that was always left trailing for outright dynamic ability by the Porsche Cayman, but the Zed was cheaper, and much faster..."
That really is a handsome car. I think they look best in the greys I must say, same with the 350. It's not a car that suits the brighter colours IMO."It doesn't conform to either of the classic JDM stereotypes, but the 370Z is a fast, well-equipped mini-muscle car with charm coming out of its ears."
"It was – and is – a bit of a monster; a slow-in, fast-out miniature muscle car that was always left trailing for outright dynamic ability by the Porsche Cayman, but the Zed was cheaper, and much faster..."
That's a fabulous photo, chrismoose91.
It brings to life the sort of pre-War lines of this otherwise modern car. Very aircraft fuselage and all that. The silver or grey colour contributes to this as well.
While other cars seemed to be chasing the same jelly bean aesthetic, the 370Z was a delightful change of tune. Distinctive. And both classical and contemporary (not unlike, say, the first-generation BMW Z4 coupe, but far more accessible).
A lot of value here, given the price and the large aftermarket.
daemon said:
unsprung said:
More good words (and photos) about the 370Z... from another UK site:
"It doesn't conform to either of the classic JDM stereotypes, but the 370Z is a fast, well-equipped mini-muscle car with charm coming out of its ears."
"It was – and is – a bit of a monster; a slow-in, fast-out miniature muscle car that was always left trailing for outright dynamic ability by the Porsche Cayman, but the Zed was cheaper, and much faster..."
I wholly agree with all of that. "It doesn't conform to either of the classic JDM stereotypes, but the 370Z is a fast, well-equipped mini-muscle car with charm coming out of its ears."
"It was – and is – a bit of a monster; a slow-in, fast-out miniature muscle car that was always left trailing for outright dynamic ability by the Porsche Cayman, but the Zed was cheaper, and much faster..."
SpunkyM said:
Done many miles in a 370Z although I don't own one. I never found the engine note pleasant - in fact the whole car just felt a bit tiring to drive... like you always arrive at your destination fatigued with a mild headache. It's never something I looked forward to getting into and going for a blast. I also got pretty horrendous mpg given the modest level of performance.
BUT I do think they look great.
I borrowed a mates one for a week. BUT I do think they look great.
Your summary perfectly mirrors my conclusions.
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