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My three big takeaways from the presentation were USDM as the largest market, visceral and affordable. The aftermarket will rectify any, or may I postulate all, personal taste changes. Even in proto form, IMHO, it's an almost perfect tabula rasa.
As long as I'm blathering, the Fairlady Z or Fairlady 400 would differentiate and accurately portray Nissan's current position of what I perceive as a chrysalis.
I like the door handles. Saw a video from Japan the other day that pointed out the similarities of major components to the Z34. If it works and works well, might as well keep that engineering marvel.
Today (12/8/20) after watching the Nissan virtual press conference debuting the 2021 Armada and Kicks, gave some hints on the continued development of the Z35. At the conclusion of the canned presentation, the new Nissan North America VP stated that next month (January 2021) will see the introduction of "two of Nissan's most iconic models". So, two more production ready models being given the spotlight for 2021. Could one of these be the new 2022 Z35 reaching dealers by summer?
Today (12/8/20) after watching the Nissan virtual press conference debuting the 2021 Armada and Kicks, gave some hints on the continued development of the Z35. At the conclusion of the canned presentation, the new Nissan North America VP stated that next month (January 2021) will see the introduction of "two of Nissan's most iconic models". So, two more production ready models being given the spotlight for 2021. Could one of these be the new 2022 Z35 reaching dealers by summer?
Today (12/8/20) after watching the Nissan virtual press conference debuting the 2021 Armada and Kicks, gave some hints on the continued development of the Z35. At the conclusion of the canned presentation, the new Nissan North America VP stated that next month (January 2021) will see the introduction of "two of Nissan's most iconic models". So, two more production ready models being given the spotlight for 2021. Could one of these be the new 2022 Z35 reaching dealers by summer?
Hah- I knew I could count on Mic for a constructive quip! So, a modern Nissan Roadster and 510 (Datsun nameplate was recently put to rest again) powered by a variable compression 2.0-liter turbo with six-speed tranny? I can dream with the best on 'em!
These announcements are for USDM cars only, so not the former. As for the R36, it 's a possibility, but it's hard to imagine spending that much R&D on a model that only a few will be sold. Doesn't sound like what the "New Nissan" is reaching for.
Hah- I knew I could count on Mic for a constructive quip! So, a modern Nissan Roadster and 510 (Datsun nameplate was recently put to rest again) powered by a variable compression 2.0-liter turbo with six-speed tranny? I can dream with the best on 'em!
Well, the modern Roadster would be a little late but..... imagine a retro cued body-on-frame roadster with modern engine as you described, four way independent suspension that would compete with the Miata?
Why not? Here's the 2019 SEMA car from Japanese Classics
Powered by a "more modern" Autech SR20-DE. (This swap has been around for many years already).
Very similar to up- and backdating an S30 with a pumped L20, another less popular but amazing swap. Handling is improved greatly due to motor setback (near perfect 50/50 weight dist.) and properly built, puts out about 50bhp more than the stock I-6.
And "retro-modern" interior work.
I can dream, right up there with the guys who built this car! Heck, with the "I-hate-carburetors-when-they-refuse-to-start" attitude I have some days, have given this swap consideration. But then I hear the rush of air through four v-stacks aside a pair of 44mm Solexes and the engine winding 6k+, I forget all about this "modern shid".
These announcements are for USDM cars only, so not the former. As for the R36, it 's a possibility, but it's hard to imagine spending that much R&D on a model that only a few will be sold. Doesn't sound like what the "New Nissan" is reaching for.
I mean at one time the GT-R wasn't a USDM car, either. Plus, we did have the 240SX for a while. I don't think it's TOO far fetched.
I don't think we'll see the new Z next year TBH. A modern day 240SX would be awesome, as for the GTR, I don't care, a new one would bring it even closer to the $200k mark. Bring it back down in line where it was in the past with the R32,33,34 and we can talk....under $80k for sure with a manual.
Well, the modern Roadster would be a little late but..... imagine a retro cued body-on-frame roadster with modern engine as you described, four way independent suspension that would compete with the Miata?
Why not? Here's the 2019 SEMA car from Japanese Classics
Powered by a "more modern" Autech SR20-DE. (This swap has been around for many years already).
Very similar to up- and backdating an S30 with a pumped L20, another less popular but amazing swap. Handling is improved greatly due to motor setback (near perfect 50/50 weight dist.) and properly built, puts out about 50bhp more than the stock I-6.
And "retro-modern" interior work.
I can dream, right up there with the guys who built this car! Heck, with the "I-hate-carburetors-when-they-refuse-to-start" attitude I have some days, have given this swap consideration. But then I hear the rush of air through four v-stacks aside a pair of 44mm Solexes and the engine winding 6k+, I forget all about this "modern shid".
Our friends at Japanese Nostalgic Car report on the 400Z *PRODUCTION* version. Well, sort of confirming that the production version won't be far off the prototype.
Very true, this guy looked like he was enjoying himself though! He's vibing
