Official 2007 Z Discussion Thread
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That's kinda what I'd hoped for anyway. Depending on how much you want to read into it you could take more away from what he actually said such as;
"The next generation Z will continue to deliver upon that promise. It will have considerably more performance than the current model and give a visual stimulus beyond today’s Z." & "We are continuing to pursue higher horsepower and torque in upcoming vehicle releases, initially through displacement changes."
Notice he called it a Z and not 350Z when talking about next gen along with displacement changes we could see a number/name change to 370Z, 380Z, 380GT or FairlaidyZ since they are going with the nissan badge for the GTR maybe they will adopt more of a worldwide name recognition for the Z as well in 2008. Pretty fun stuff!
"The next generation Z will continue to deliver upon that promise. It will have considerably more performance than the current model and give a visual stimulus beyond today’s Z." & "We are continuing to pursue higher horsepower and torque in upcoming vehicle releases, initially through displacement changes."
Notice he called it a Z and not 350Z when talking about next gen along with displacement changes we could see a number/name change to 370Z, 380Z, 380GT or FairlaidyZ since they are going with the nissan badge for the GTR maybe they will adopt more of a worldwide name recognition for the Z as well in 2008. Pretty fun stuff!
GAWD DAMN! I just want an 07 right now, today. My Volks are going to leave permanent dents in my carpet if I don't put them on a car soon.
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Originally Posted by streetracer
I agree with MC. Makes perfect sense. They wont jeopardize the new generation if the current one is still strong in reviews.
BTW MC, what will you be searching for by that time that is not a Z? GTR...maybe? Just curious.
BTW MC, what will you be searching for by that time that is not a Z? GTR...maybe? Just curious.
yeah already have a deposit on a GT-R. i gave a cayman S a very hard look this summer but since im only going to be even more involved in the nissan community with running these forums and other projects i gotta stay where my heart is at and thats nismo and nissan. so yeah its looks like GT-R for know but i wouldnt ever rule out a high end verison of the next gen Z as a backup in case something falls through with the former mentioned
Originally Posted by jeeper78
I totally agree.
It is important to realize that the '07 is NOT the "next generation" as downforce is questioning. "Next generation" would be a major redesign, not just the engine, exhaust, and hood tweaks that we've been hearing about on the '07.
It is important to realize that the '07 is NOT the "next generation" as downforce is questioning. "Next generation" would be a major redesign, not just the engine, exhaust, and hood tweaks that we've been hearing about on the '07.
exactly. my comments were not anti 07 Z at all.
what im saying is if you already have a 350z like 03-06 and are interested in getting a new Z then i would strongly encourage that person to wait because i feel the new Z will have different displacement and a considerabley different look. 320-330 +hp under the new ratings and a sleeker more refined chassis would be something i wouldnt want someone to miss out on.
now with all of that said if dont have a Z and really like this current body style then the 07 is the best of this gen Z so by all means go for it. its just important to know that while as you guys know this generation as been awesome ...its almost over. i could see one more model year at the most. maybe carry over the 07 to 08 and focus on the new G for one year then bring the 09 out in fall of 08. alot of this has to do with strategic placement of it the G and the GT-R
its also important to know 2010 is the 40th anniversary. how that will play in to all of this is unkown but im confident it somehow will.
Originally Posted by downforce
Notice he called it a Z and not 350Z when talking about next gen along with displacement changes we could see a number/name change to 370Z, 380Z, 380GT or FairlaidyZ since they are going with the nissan badge for the GTR maybe they will adopt more of a worldwide name recognition for the Z as well in 2008. Pretty fun stuff!
as for displacement look for it and the G to most likely have a N/A version of the GT-R engine. currently 3.8 is the number of the day on that but 3.6 and 3.7 are commonly tossed around aswell.
i agree its alot of material to speculate on and thats why we are all here on the board anyway
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It's a lot of fun to speculate, and try to piece together this puzzle of spotty info that they've given us 
This is all very good timing for me, personally. I'm finally going to be ready to buy a Z 12-24 months from now. That should put us at the point in time when we're starting to learn some more solid details about the "next generation". I'll be able to weigh the prospect of getting an '07 (which I personally believe will be a fantastic ride), with waiting another 6-12 months for a next generation Z. Exciting I even like the new hood... so I'm going to be real tempted to get an '07, but I can wait until I find out more about the '08/'09 gen.
This is all very good timing for me, personally. I'm finally going to be ready to buy a Z 12-24 months from now. That should put us at the point in time when we're starting to learn some more solid details about the "next generation". I'll be able to weigh the prospect of getting an '07 (which I personally believe will be a fantastic ride), with waiting another 6-12 months for a next generation Z. Exciting I even like the new hood... so I'm going to be real tempted to get an '07, but I can wait until I find out more about the '08/'09 gen.
You must look for the constant.......Z.... it is the only thing that has carried through the years. So if you need a answer it will be called a Z. Dont waste time trying to find out the rest. It doesn't matter. We (240-350) all drive a Z.
I went by the local dealership in town and the sales manager told me feb or march till they get any, can this be right? Is it b/c i am in the east?
I am giving this car to myself as a graduation present in may and i don't mind waiting a little longer to see them, but why the hell would he say march if everyone else is expecting jan????? Dont get it
Plus anyone think i am makeing a mistake on the 07 over the 06 z
Cheers
Kevin
I am giving this car to myself as a graduation present in may and i don't mind waiting a little longer to see them, but why the hell would he say march if everyone else is expecting jan????? Dont get it
Plus anyone think i am makeing a mistake on the 07 over the 06 z
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Originally Posted by stryker2
You the MAN!!
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Originally Posted by 6894kevin
The Darker Blue is just what i want, man o man I can't wait to see on up close!!
Hell Yes, Dark Blue with the burnt orange interior is going to be a wicked combo. Still have to see it in person to make final judgement, otherwise I'll be going Black, and you know what they say about going Black!
SZ
Originally Posted by stryker2
That's the first pics of San Marino Blue I do believe. Props to you.
Definately not feeling the rear bumper of that V3 Nismo aero package. And still prefer the V1 wing over that one. I'm thinking V3 bumper already for my car though, since there really is no decent 06-07 lip out there yet. (No offense to those who picked up a INGS lip, I'm just not a fan)
So anybody wanna tell me wth this is/means?
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Originally Posted by evolved326
wow does PS still mean horsepower? 313hp?!? is that why there is still so much secretsy (sp)? cant wait!!!!
This unit (German: Pferdestärke = horse strength) is no longer a lawful unit, but is still commonly used in Europe, South America and Japan, especially by the automotive and motorcycle industry. It was adopted throughout continental Europe with designations equivalent to the English "horse power", but mathematically different from the British unit. It is defined by the Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB)[1] in Braunschweig as exactly:
1 PS = 75 kp·m/s = 0.73549875 kW = 0.9863201652997627 hp (SAE)
The PS was adopted by the Deutsches Institut für Normung (DIN) and then by the automotive industry throughout most of Europe, and is always measured at the wheels, as opposed to most factory horsepower figures, which are rated at the crank (which is measured right off the motor, not accounting to any drivetrain loss, which is especially considerable in an All wheel Drive configuration).
In the 19th century, the French did not use this German unit, but had their own, the Poncelet. In 1992, the PS was rendered obsolete by EEC directives, when it was replaced by the kilowatt as the official power measuring unit, but it continued to be used for commercial and advertising purposes, as customers were not familiar with the use of kilowatts for combustion engines.
I think it's safe to say that we'll be getting 306 hp here in the states.
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Glad to add something new to the discussion.
Someone earlier in this thread pointed out that the paint code for the new blue color is the same as that for an existing Infiniti dark blue, and guessed that they would look similar. Looks like she/he was right.
Someone earlier in this thread pointed out that the paint code for the new blue color is the same as that for an existing Infiniti dark blue, and guessed that they would look similar. Looks like she/he was right.
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Originally Posted by Deftones
PS
This unit (German: Pferdestärke = horse strength) is no longer a lawful unit, but is still commonly used in Europe, South America and Japan, especially by the automotive and motorcycle industry. It was adopted throughout continental Europe with designations equivalent to the English "horse power", but mathematically different from the British unit. It is defined by the Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB)[1] in Braunschweig as exactly:
1 PS = 75 kp·m/s = 0.73549875 kW = 0.9863201652997627 hp (SAE)
The PS was adopted by the Deutsches Institut für Normung (DIN) and then by the automotive industry throughout most of Europe, and is always measured at the wheels, as opposed to most factory horsepower figures, which are rated at the crank (which is measured right off the motor, not accounting to any drivetrain loss, which is especially considerable in an All wheel Drive configuration).
In the 19th century, the French did not use this German unit, but had their own, the Poncelet. In 1992, the PS was rendered obsolete by EEC directives, when it was replaced by the kilowatt as the official power measuring unit, but it continued to be used for commercial and advertising purposes, as customers were not familiar with the use of kilowatts for combustion engines.
I think it's safe to say that we'll be getting 306 hp here in the states.
This unit (German: Pferdestärke = horse strength) is no longer a lawful unit, but is still commonly used in Europe, South America and Japan, especially by the automotive and motorcycle industry. It was adopted throughout continental Europe with designations equivalent to the English "horse power", but mathematically different from the British unit. It is defined by the Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB)[1] in Braunschweig as exactly:
1 PS = 75 kp·m/s = 0.73549875 kW = 0.9863201652997627 hp (SAE)
The PS was adopted by the Deutsches Institut für Normung (DIN) and then by the automotive industry throughout most of Europe, and is always measured at the wheels, as opposed to most factory horsepower figures, which are rated at the crank (which is measured right off the motor, not accounting to any drivetrain loss, which is especially considerable in an All wheel Drive configuration).
In the 19th century, the French did not use this German unit, but had their own, the Poncelet. In 1992, the PS was rendered obsolete by EEC directives, when it was replaced by the kilowatt as the official power measuring unit, but it continued to be used for commercial and advertising purposes, as customers were not familiar with the use of kilowatts for combustion engines.
I think it's safe to say that we'll be getting 306 hp here in the states.
Version NISMO Type 380 RS will be added on summer 2007...!
http://cgi2.synapse.ne.jp/~wy_nagai/...1165248205.jpg
I guess this replaces deleted 'Track' version.. with 3.8L VQ?? Wow.
This means GTR certainly will have VQ38TT... and 380Z in '08 or '09!!!!
http://cgi2.synapse.ne.jp/~wy_nagai/...1165248205.jpg
I guess this replaces deleted 'Track' version.. with 3.8L VQ?? Wow.
This means GTR certainly will have VQ38TT... and 380Z in '08 or '09!!!!
