Unfortunately for the Z, a curious Boxster "S" owner was driving next to him checking him out as well.

Honestly I think you guys will be pretty happy. THe car I saw was Silverstone and was running on 17"s. I think CS, DB and even SSL will be much better colors and the 18"s should add to the look as well. All in all it looked good and the guy wasn't buried in the car either. It looks well proportioned and the best view is rear and rear quarter.

 

I saw a Red Roadster in SO Cal 2 weeks ago. Looks much better in person.

 

I have not seen one in person but I think they look great with the top down.... But not so good with the top up

 

IMO looks awesome with the top down, and fugly with the top up - it ruins all the cars lines.

It is cool you saw it, I would love to see a car on the streets before it is released.

Richard.

 

I was considering the ragtop - that is, until the pics with the red car top up were circulated. IMHO the top just ruins the lines of the car. The configuration accentuates the butt of the car making it look like it's got a big ol ***. Thanks but no thanks. I'd get a used boxster first. The Z coupe has awesome lines. Too bad Nissan didn't try to replicate the design with the ragtop.

 

This morning on the Today Show they had 5 different convs. on the set (including a silver roadster) - basically a promo for the NY Auto Show.
Of course the top was down but they did point out that the seats had some type of netting to help keep them cool in the summer and that it would start at $31,000.

-Ryan

 

Can any one else confirm the $31,000 dollar price tag???? I'm in then!

 

haha, thanks for the heads up, man. i live on the west coast, and i was able to catch the show as soon as i read your post

 

So, Nismo, can you confirm that they said it will start at 31K???

DAMN IT! I work 4 Blocks from NBC TOO!!!!! Why didn't I know.

I'm about to cry. Can't wait for Friday!

 

the show is going on as we speak...errr type.. i've been changing channels every so often, while attempting to finish homework. i haven't heard them touch on the prices of the cars. they've only been covering major stories. sorry.. i'll let you know if they say anything

 

Thanks!

 

Join us for the world debut of the 2004 Nissan Z® Roadster at 10:15 a.m. Thursday, April 17.

2004 Z® Roadster 287-horsepower
3.5-liter V6
4-wheel independent suspension
Racing-inspired FM platform
Dramatic styling
Fully-automatic soft top operation
Unique seat design
Available Summer 2003


www.nissannews.com
(click on the Roadster @ the top right of the screen)

-Ryan

 

automobile mag reported it starts at $35k. But it's automobile mag so who knows how reliable it is.

https://my350z.com/forum/showthread....threadid=25918

 

The $31,000 price tag was quoted my Matt Lauer.
But keep in mind...he also called it a 380z.

 

I'd love to go, but I'm sure it's not open to anyone but automobile press. If not, I'll be there...

 

who is Matt Lauer?

 

Matt Lauer is a co-anchor on the Today Show on NBC.

http://www.msnbc.com/news/553665.asp

 

Best looking convertible with the top down.

 

This is the best pic I've seen of it yet. Tough I've only ever seen two other sets of photos of the new convertible, one silver one driving around with it's badges taped over, and a red one parked in a driveway. Both of those sets of images underwhelmed me.

 

Where did you guys find this picture???

Wow, I hope it starts at 31K!