Coupe Vs. Convertible
09-11-2012, 05:09 AM
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Sorry, I don't think that you know what you're talking about. The convertible comes in the same manual or auto selections as the coupe (mine was a 6speed manual). Since it has the exact same transmission, there is no difference when going to higher HP numbers. The convertible is slightly heavier than the coupe due to the weight of the tonneau, trunk lid, and top compared to just the roof on the coupe, but that is where the differences end. The weight differences work out to a few HP, but usually not enough to measure with most butt dynos.
Most are auto, which means they will have to have the transmission upgrade, but none the less they ARE considerably slower because of the weight differential which is said to be around 300+ lbs.
In the end you are splitting hairs with me because even if they were as quick it wouldn't matter because they still look like a 50 yr old woman car.
09-11-2012, 07:12 AM
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Sounds like your getting defensive because you have one.
Most are auto, which means they will have to have the transmission upgrade, but none the less they ARE considerably slower because of the weight differential which is said to be around 300+ lbs.
In the end you are splitting hairs with me because even if they were as quick it wouldn't matter because they still look like a 50 yr old woman car.
Most are auto, which means they will have to have the transmission upgrade, but none the less they ARE considerably slower because of the weight differential which is said to be around 300+ lbs.
In the end you are splitting hairs with me because even if they were as quick it wouldn't matter because they still look like a 50 yr old woman car.
09-11-2012, 07:23 AM
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No. I had one and now have a coupe. I did all of the work on both and prepped both for track use, so I've seen them both inside and out. Your statements were false about the transmission and performance, etc. I'd love to see where you got your sales figures and facts behind it using a different transmission.
09-11-2012, 07:59 AM
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I personally think the convertible destroys the look of the Z. It kills that smooth top for me. No matter what advantages the convertible has, that right there is enough to make me easily pick the coupe.
09-11-2012, 08:49 AM
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Ive always wanted to build a roadster track car because a nice welded cage looks nuts with the top down. Downside is we only get maybe 3-4 months a year that would be comfortable to drive with no top so I have decided against it...... So far.
I definitely agree with the comment amount DFW women. Theyre the only thing I miss after moving back to OK.
I definitely agree with the comment amount DFW women. Theyre the only thing I miss after moving back to OK.
09-11-2012, 09:02 AM
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Yep, the full cage showed off very well in my old roadster. I do miss her at times.
And I was never in love with the body lines with the top up, so I just always kept the top down. Can't tell you how many people would be amazed by me passing them on the interstate in the rain with the top down. As l long as I was traveling over 60mph, no rain would come in.
BTW, I still have my custom cage that allows you to still use the automatic top if you get a roady. :-)
And I was never in love with the body lines with the top up, so I just always kept the top down. Can't tell you how many people would be amazed by me passing them on the interstate in the rain with the top down. As l long as I was traveling over 60mph, no rain would come in.
BTW, I still have my custom cage that allows you to still use the automatic top if you get a roady. :-)
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09-11-2012, 10:07 AM
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Nice. And this isn't directed at you… but I was always amazed at how beautiful all of the ladies are in Dallas. It's like every female there moved to try out for the Cowboy cheerleading squad or something. Definitely an overabundance of tall, beautiful women compared to most other areas - and not like LA where they are overrun with beautiful men and women via the common practices of plastic surgery.
09-11-2012, 10:11 AM
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Sounds like your getting defensive because you have one.
Most are auto, which means they will have to have the transmission upgrade, but none the less they ARE considerably slower because of the weight differential which is said to be around 300+ lbs.
In the end you are splitting hairs with me because even if they were as quick it wouldn't matter because they still look like a 50 yr old woman car.
Most are auto, which means they will have to have the transmission upgrade, but none the less they ARE considerably slower because of the weight differential which is said to be around 300+ lbs.
In the end you are splitting hairs with me because even if they were as quick it wouldn't matter because they still look like a 50 yr old woman car.
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09-11-2012, 10:27 AM
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If you live in Dallas (or anywhere hot), then convertibles aren't really going to be useful in such hot climates. The convertible Z loses the smooth lines of the coupe (its original/intended design) and adds weight, but how much you value either is subjective.
Also, if you're local to Dallas, come out to local meets and events if you're interested. We meet up to just hang out, go to track events, etc and most of us are pretty chill so I'm sure you'll have a lot of fun if you ever came out.
SA and Hou is both hotter and more humid than Dallas, as they're both closer to bodies of water and are more south than DFW.
See, now I know for sure you're unfamiliar with TX. Dallas women may be hotter than chicks in, say SC 
, but they got nothing on the women in Chicago.. or even Austin, if you want to stay in-state.
BTW, lol @ asking for pics, then saying "this isn't directed at you"
Also, if you're local to Dallas, come out to local meets and events if you're interested. We meet up to just hang out, go to track events, etc and most of us are pretty chill so I'm sure you'll have a lot of fun if you ever came out.
If you're in the Houston area, definitely do not do the convertible. The humidity is way too high, and that combined with a convertible would be rough. The Dallas/Ft Worth area is a bit iffy as well for similar reasons. If you're in the San Antonio area, you might be okay. If you're in the general area around Austin, I'd definitely go with the convertible. Great views, great weather, nice temperate climate so you can use it a lot.
Nice. And this isn't directed at you… but I was always amazed at how beautiful all of the ladies are in Dallas. It's like every female there moved to try out for the Cowboy cheerleading squad or something. Definitely an overabundance of tall, beautiful women compared to most other areas - and not like LA where they are overrun with beautiful men and women via the common practices of plastic surgery.
, but they got nothing on the women in Chicago.. or even Austin, if you want to stay in-state.BTW, lol @ asking for pics, then saying "this isn't directed at you"
09-11-2012, 10:28 AM
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Stat line reads 2005 Base model 3188lbs vs 2005 Roadster 3515lbs. 327lbs more. I am only assuming that it will subsequently be slower.
Now if you want to argue that a convertible Z doesn't look like a god awful grandma car, then you might have more of a arguing point, though from my experience most people have agreed with me.
My "expertness" would not be from my owning of a Nismo. I've lived and breathed the Z line for 15+ years. Maybe that's were it's stemmed from. Or atleast that's were my delusions stem from.
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09-11-2012, 11:23 AM
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If you live in Dallas (or anywhere hot), then convertibles aren't really going to be useful in such hot climates. The convertible Z loses the smooth lines of the coupe (its original/intended design) and adds weight, but how much you value either is subjective.
Also, if you're local to Dallas, come out to local meets and events if you're interested. We meet up to just hang out, go to track events, etc and most of us are pretty chill so I'm sure you'll have a lot of fun if you ever came out.
SA and Hou is both hotter and more humid than Dallas, as they're both closer to bodies of water and are more south than DFW.
See, now I know for sure you're unfamiliar with TX. Dallas women may be hotter than chicks in, say SC, but they got nothing on the women in Chicago.. or even Austin, if you want to stay in-state.
BTW, lol @ asking for pics, then saying "this isn't directed at you"
Also, if you're local to Dallas, come out to local meets and events if you're interested. We meet up to just hang out, go to track events, etc and most of us are pretty chill so I'm sure you'll have a lot of fun if you ever came out.
SA and Hou is both hotter and more humid than Dallas, as they're both closer to bodies of water and are more south than DFW.
See, now I know for sure you're unfamiliar with TX. Dallas women may be hotter than chicks in, say SC
, but they got nothing on the women in Chicago.. or even Austin, if you want to stay in-state.BTW, lol @ asking for pics, then saying "this isn't directed at you"
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Actually, I own a '91 300zx TT, 2005 Grand Touring and a Nismo, but that is beside the point.
Stat line reads 2005 Base model 3188lbs vs 2005 Roadster 3515lbs. 327lbs more. I am only assuming that it will subsequently be slower.
Now if you want to argue that a convertible Z doesn't look like a god awful grandma car, then you might have more of a arguing point, though from my experience most people have agreed with me.
My "expertness" would not be from my owning of a Nismo. I've lived and breathed the Z line for 15+ years. Maybe that's were it's stemmed from. Or atleast that's were my delusions stem from.
Stat line reads 2005 Base model 3188lbs vs 2005 Roadster 3515lbs. 327lbs more. I am only assuming that it will subsequently be slower.
Now if you want to argue that a convertible Z doesn't look like a god awful grandma car, then you might have more of a arguing point, though from my experience most people have agreed with me.
My "expertness" would not be from my owning of a Nismo. I've lived and breathed the Z line for 15+ years. Maybe that's were it's stemmed from. Or atleast that's were my delusions stem from.
09-11-2012, 01:08 PM
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I drive a manual vert.
It's just as sporty as the coupe unless you're planning on tracking it. When you're driving on public roads and you need to merge into a left lane on the highway from a 35mph on ramp, the convertible has more than enough power to get the job done and put a smile on your face.
That having been said, if you're like me, there's nothing better than the sun on your face with the top down. I used to cruise down the 101 from Oregon to Cali and it was euphoric. I never got an experience like that in a coupe.
It's just preference, really. Some people put an unfair stigma on the convertible, though. Like it's not hardcore or something. Those people tend to run into telephone poles on Thanksgiving.
It's just as sporty as the coupe unless you're planning on tracking it. When you're driving on public roads and you need to merge into a left lane on the highway from a 35mph on ramp, the convertible has more than enough power to get the job done and put a smile on your face.
That having been said, if you're like me, there's nothing better than the sun on your face with the top down. I used to cruise down the 101 from Oregon to Cali and it was euphoric. I never got an experience like that in a coupe.
It's just preference, really. Some people put an unfair stigma on the convertible, though. Like it's not hardcore or something. Those people tend to run into telephone poles on Thanksgiving.
