I may be leaving the Z family....
09-29-2005, 07:53 AM
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Originally Posted by 007G35
I really dig the new headlights. they finally jointed the 21st century and got rid of the flip-ups.
09-29-2005, 02:32 PM
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I guess I'm one in the few that still dig the flip-ups. They were part of the original design and they're not so obvious like other flip-up lights. The headlights come up snug past the hood, but still sit very low.
Seeing a flip-up with retrofitted projection HID's is awesome.
The later model built in lights are cool, but seems like an afterthought that was never intended for the original lines of the car.
Seeing a flip-up with retrofitted projection HID's is awesome.
The later model built in lights are cool, but seems like an afterthought that was never intended for the original lines of the car.
09-29-2005, 03:10 PM
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The glory alone of the mid engine NA roar behind your head is enough for me to switch over if it was possible. Toda ITBs and aftermarket aggressive cams to boot will make it a screamer and with the inherent low stance wide body it should handle great needless to say. Great Choice I would jump at the opportunity with the quickness. Past generation its the 69 mustang in mint condition classic while in my opinion (just mine) the NSX is my 69 mustang when I get older. Awesome car for the money.
09-29-2005, 04:06 PM
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huh...what happened to the dodge viper. i thought i read somewhere that that was your dream car?
either way, can't go wrong. enjoy your new ride. hopefully the deal doesn't fall through.
either way, can't go wrong. enjoy your new ride. hopefully the deal doesn't fall through.
09-29-2005, 05:09 PM
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Originally Posted by 35oZephyR
I guess I'm one in the few that still dig the flip-ups. They were part of the original design and they're not so obvious like other flip-up lights. The headlights come up snug past the hood, but still sit very low.
Seeing a flip-up with retrofitted projection HID's is awesome.
The later model built in lights are cool, but seems like an afterthought that was never intended for the original lines of the car.
Seeing a flip-up with retrofitted projection HID's is awesome.
The later model built in lights are cool, but seems like an afterthought that was never intended for the original lines of the car.
I love driving this car.
09-30-2005, 03:12 AM
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Originally Posted by DrVolkl
Yeah, I actually like the flip up lights too....and the HID kit was one of the first mods I did. Wasn't even that expensive either.
I love driving this car.
I love driving this car.
Love it
Anything next on your NSX or you're leaving it alone?
09-30-2005, 03:35 AM
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Here's the update guys. I looked at a 91 today and had it checked out. It only has 50k on it and my mechanic said it drove better than the 97! Only thing is no targa top 
. But, has black interior vs the tan one on the 97. I'd rather have the darker. Plans for it? Wheels and drop first. Not sure if I'll get it painted yet, too much work involved to get it done right, we'll see. Bodykit, and ofcourse, Overlays 
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. But, has black interior vs the tan one on the 97. I'd rather have the darker. Plans for it? Wheels and drop first. Not sure if I'll get it painted yet, too much work involved to get it done right, we'll see. Bodykit, and ofcourse, Overlays .Bat™
09-30-2005, 05:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Blue Batmobile
Wheels and drop first. Not sure if I'll get it painted yet, too much work involved to get it done right, we'll see. Bodykit, and ofcourse, Overlays .
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09-30-2005, 09:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Blue Batmobile
Here's the update guys. I looked at a 91 today and had it checked out. It only has 50k on it and my mechanic said it drove better than the 97! Only thing is no targa top . But, has black interior vs the tan one on the 97. I'd rather have the darker. Plans for it? Wheels and drop first. Not sure if I'll get it painted yet, too much work involved to get it done right, we'll see. Bodykit, and ofcourse, Overlays .
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. But, has black interior vs the tan one on the 97. I'd rather have the darker. Plans for it? Wheels and drop first. Not sure if I'll get it painted yet, too much work involved to get it done right, we'll see. Bodykit, and ofcourse, Overlays .Bat™
09-30-2005, 10:17 AM
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Originally Posted by 35oZephyR
Love it
Anything next on your NSX or you're leaving it alone?
Anything next on your NSX or you're leaving it alone?
My next big mod will be rims/springs/sways. But that's a few months away. In the meantime I'm upgrading the stereo/sub.
10-04-2005, 09:44 AM
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Mileage...hmmm. I'm getting about 360-380 miles on a tank filling it with 15gal of fuel. So that's about 25miles/gal.
Mixed highway/city.
It really depends how you drive the car too...if you stay under 4k rpm, you're not hitting the vtec, and you're driving a pretty fuel efficient car.
I think it's a little but better than my Z, which was getting around 22 or so daily driving.
You won't notice much change switching over.
Mixed highway/city.
It really depends how you drive the car too...if you stay under 4k rpm, you're not hitting the vtec, and you're driving a pretty fuel efficient car.
I think it's a little but better than my Z, which was getting around 22 or so daily driving.
You won't notice much change switching over.
10-04-2005, 10:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Nexx
why do people post this kind of crap like we really care. if you want another car great! go get it! but dont post it like people give a damn. on top of all that, its not even 100% that your switching cars.
However, I could care less to hear from someone that says they MIGHT be getting another vehicle.
10-04-2005, 10:37 AM
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Originally Posted by NightRida
The most important thing to keep in mind here is that it is a 97! (Age is clsoe to 9 years old!) It still looks good though!
How many miles does it have?
How much you paying for it?
From my understanding it will also cost more to repair I beleive.
Peace!
How many miles does it have?
How much you paying for it?
From my understanding it will also cost more to repair I beleive.
Peace!
+1....I would never buy a car that is that old unless I needed a beater.
10-04-2005, 11:15 AM
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Man, you had a great looking Z. At least someone else will look great driving it.
Originally Posted by DrVolkl
Mileage...hmmm. I'm getting about 360-380 miles on a tank filling it with 15gal of fuel. So that's about 25miles/gal.
Mixed highway/city.
It really depends how you drive the car too...if you stay under 4k rpm, you're not hitting the vtec, and you're driving a pretty fuel efficient car.
I think it's a little but better than my Z, which was getting around 22 or so daily driving.
You won't notice much change switching over.
Mixed highway/city.
It really depends how you drive the car too...if you stay under 4k rpm, you're not hitting the vtec, and you're driving a pretty fuel efficient car.
I think it's a little but better than my Z, which was getting around 22 or so daily driving.
You won't notice much change switching over.
10-06-2005, 10:15 AM
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Have a friend who debated this same question. He had an FD he totalled and was looking to buy a new car. He was debating between a MKIV and an NSX. He decided on the MKIV because of the service charges to get the NSX worked on were very high. He mentioned that clutch changes were frequent and very pricey as well...may want to consider those "hidden costs of ownership" before you get the NSX, but either way best of luck to you.
10-06-2005, 10:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Gman2004
+1....I would never buy a car that is that old unless I needed a beater.
I would kill to have one of the great 'beaters' from the 60's and 70's.
I guess you would not want to own one of these 'beaters'?
1970/1971 426 hemi Cuda or a 1968 GTO or 1973 TR6 or a 1967 Datsun 2000
I have been finding that owner's of the 350Z fall into two types.
The first is a TRUE car enthusiast and the other is simply into show and I don't mean a show car either.
The felllow buying the NSX is a true car enthusiast and I know which camp you fit into.
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11-15-2005, 11:52 AM
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Originally Posted by Nexx
why do people post this kind of crap like we really care. if you want another car great! go get it! but dont post it like people give a damn. on top of all that, its not even 100% that your switching cars.
what a ***** 