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Originally Posted by kinjal
doesnt really make a difference... any shorter = too short. its like taking away platform shoes from a midget.
im just saying... the current z is the perfect size. any shorter would look ridiculous, at least for me.
im just saying... the current z is the perfect size. any shorter would look ridiculous, at least for me.
If it is simply a matter of looks, then perhaps the longer wheelbased, tourer car proporitions are more to your liking than the go-cart like looks carried by many traditional sports cars.
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^^^ what he said. Z was always more on the side of a gt touring aspect of sports cars. I LOVE that Nissan is going back to it's true heritage and roots. Good job Nissan!
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I, for one, am really stoked about the styling direction Nissan is taking with the Z. It doesn't look terribly different from the current car, but taking subtle cues from its predecessors, instead of attempting a blatant copy of a former success (I don't need to name names) Taking a few inches out of the back of the car makes it look more similar to the original Z, which is still a great looking car- 70's era details notwithstanding.
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As long as the interior dimentions dont shrink I will buy one but I will wait until second production year. That will give me a year to save after paying my 06 off. I am planning on keeping the 06 as well.
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buying a first year product is always risky. The 350Z was plagued with issues in it's first run ranging from transmission to wheel wear to simple things like the window motors. Even the GT-R has it's first year issues...
I'd say second year 370Z is a good choice for sure.
I'd say second year 370Z is a good choice for sure.
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Originally Posted by bauertt
buying a first year product is always risky. The 350Z was plagued with issues in it's first run ranging from transmission to wheel wear to simple things like the window motors. Even the GT-R has it's first year issues...
I'd say second year 370Z is a good choice for sure.
I'd say second year 370Z is a good choice for sure.
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For everyone bashing the 350 for its size and lack of power. Drive one with an HR. You'll QUICKLY change your mind about it being slow. If the styling is that much better and say they magically put a factory turbo in it. That's all I want to make me trade my 08 in. Otherwise I'm very happy with the HR and its power. Style alone won't be enough for me to get it. I would rather a turbo.
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Once released I wonder how long the 370z's design will take to make the 350z look dated? Still cant make out enough to say if I like it or not. Porportions look a little too stubby and that was a reason some hated the 350z. 370z is even stubbier and that just accentuated the roof line and makes the car look tall. Same feelings alot shared with the 350z when it came out vs the 300zx low, wide look. I shall wait and see before I cast final judgement.
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Originally Posted by in.the.dark
The 350Z was HUGE for a coupe. That was a terrible trend with cars like the Z. The 350Z was becoming more of a grand tourer than the traditional sports car that its heritage suggests. And what are you going to loose? That useless space between the rear strut towers and the drivers space is where most of the length is coming out of. Are you really going to miss that? Some of us are excited about the return of the Z to its roots and I'm sure there will be plenty of grand tourers available to you (G37 for example) if you think that the new Z is too small.
If it is simply a matter of looks, then perhaps the longer wheelbased, tourer car proporitions are more to your liking than the go-cart like looks carried by many traditional sports cars.
If it is simply a matter of looks, then perhaps the longer wheelbased, tourer car proporitions are more to your liking than the go-cart like looks carried by many traditional sports cars.
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I love it but I will have to get a RX-8 because of the rear seat but new Z is going to be hot IMO you get more car for your money with the RX-8 I can deal with less hp I think
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Great find!!! Finally a good profile. I was a little worried about the drooping window line, but it looks perfect in this shot. I think they nailed it....this car will rock.
Based on previous photos it seems the window shape might look something like this:
Based on previous photos it seems the window shape might look something like this:
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Originally Posted by bigcloud
I absolutely love the new 370z I will more than likely get one since the GT-R is now in the 80k. Didn't want to spend that much so I'll go with the 370z.
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Originally Posted by ZZtopp
Great find!!! Finally a good profile. I was a little worried about the drooping window line, but it looks perfect in this shot. I think they nailed it....this car will rock.
Based on previous photos it seems the window shape might look something like this:
Based on previous photos it seems the window shape might look something like this:
Seriously though. I must agree, Nissan appears to have nailed it. One of the Nissan dealership guys that chimed in on the fact the the 370 was at the Vegas event said "Some will like it more than the GT-R". I think he is right. This car has some serious potential looks wise. The more and more I see of this car, the more I think S3. While the camo'd 'performance version' this car runs with looks like a modded S3. SO HAWT!
As for setting another performance bar, remember this is to fight the Cayman, Z4 (M), etc. I think Nissan will not let us down. Where can I sign the purchase agreement???
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Originally Posted by Endgame
That that the forum has your approval ZZ we can all move forward in our lives.
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It was just a joke ZZ..... I, at least, never take jokes/attacks to the personal level.
I do think that was the 2nd PS of the newer pics. It is much appreciated man.. Just having some fun on a Sunday..
simmer down there fella...
I do think that was the 2nd PS of the newer pics. It is much appreciated man.. Just having some fun on a Sunday..
simmer down there fella...
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Originally Posted by Endgame
It was just a joke ZZ..... I, at least, never take jokes/attacks to the personal level.
I do think that was the 2nd PS of the newer pics. It is much appreciated man.. Just having some fun on a Sunday..
simmer down there fella...
I do think that was the 2nd PS of the newer pics. It is much appreciated man.. Just having some fun on a Sunday..
simmer down there fella...
You need to find a better way to have fun on a Sunday.