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Old 05-21-2015, 07:40 AM
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that is only about 9250 a year, well under the normal 15k a year.
Old 05-21-2015, 10:42 AM
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Not a bad example of a Nismo, only thing that bugs me is the prev. owner replaced the head unit, it looks well kept though, remember these cars will last upwards of 250k+ if they're kept well.
Old 05-21-2015, 12:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Bonemaro
I was thinking this too... might as well. But JWT really? No doubt, it's a great clutch, but $800? Running stock HP, that's probably more clutch than I'll need. Any other good, less expensive options? SPEC? I run Centerforce DF on the 'maro. Options?
Welllll, I took liberties on quoting that. I just picked up a JWT combination setup (steel SMF, folks, I like my teeth... ), Z-Speed CSC/TO, Nissan master... $975.

(Going to go that route to fix my pedal issues BEFORE committing to RJM 3.3 pedal)

Originally Posted by Bonemaro
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/5020191675.html

This 2007 NISMO is local. It's #666 too.
Just a minor nitpick on the ad (not the car, just the ad).... rear wheels are 10", not 11" as he wishes. (Probably depth perception issues...)

Otherwise, very nice.

Originally Posted by travlee
that is only about 9250 a year, well under the normal 15k a year.
Ya, that's about right... but what's funny is my car is actually 7 years old but only has 2 years of "norm" on it. Something's amiss.... hmmmm....

What's really amazing to me is that when I bought my car, there was a SECOND Nismo on the lot. Only had 17k on it.

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Old 05-21-2015, 12:24 PM
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Originally Posted by travlee
doh... i see that now señor noob..... i do apologize , i will blame my friend estrella damm for that. missed the word IS.




one thing about me, i am a knowledgeable assh*le, but when i am in the wrong i will admit it
I admire that about you Trav, me too.
Real men aren't afraid to say, ''my bad''.
Old 05-22-2015, 02:41 PM
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Originally Posted by jhc
I admire that about you Trav, me too.
Real men aren't afraid to say, ''my bad''.
If I admit to being wrong ALL THE TIME, do that make me Superman?

But ya, seriously, WHEN (not if) I'm wrong, I'll always admit it rather than do what some people seem to love doing... immediately go and do the Funky Chicken (dance around the issue). Errrrrrg, I don't do it and I never permitted my sales teams to try and "explain" to me why they're not making quota...again.

People either loved me or hated me for that style.
Old 05-24-2015, 06:10 AM
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Originally Posted by MicVelo
rear wheels are 10", not 11" as he wishes.
Yeah, they tens, but he keeps em clean.
Old 05-24-2015, 06:21 AM
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Let's shift gears for a moment (pun intended).

I was out looking for Z's and I'm running into A LOT of 07-08's, colors I like, features I want, sub 40K miles... but they have all been automatic.

How do folks like the autos? I'll admit, it's a bit hard for me to even consider, but... I do a 35 mile commute into Atlanta every day and quite often, I get stuck in serious traffic jams. There are times when riding the clutch for 90 minutes, I wish I had an auto. I suspect this commute is why I've had so many clutch issues with the Camaro.

So... auto? Idunno... I mean, I generally don't race people. I do like spirited driving though.

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Old 05-24-2015, 07:11 AM
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I'm guessing it's safe to assume this Nismo badge didn't come factory.


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you are correct
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Going auto would eliminate the CS issue. Do the autos have their demons?
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Only way I will ever go auto is if there are paddle shifters
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they aren't for me, but one of the guys here locally has an auto and he is one of the faster ones in autocross. some love them though
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