Authentic Nismo v2 discontinued?
08-13-2009, 05:48 PM
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Authentic Nismo v2 discontinued?
I'm looking to buy an authentic Nismo v2 bumper but according to a few sources, some sponsors on this forum, is that Nismo has discontinued this item.
Can anyone else confirm this info and if so...is the Shine Auto replica decent quality?
thanks guys..and gals
08-13-2009, 05:59 PM
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yup, i believe it has been. And shine does make a great fitting replica with prob better FRP than the authentic.
08-13-2009, 06:26 PM
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yup, i believe it has been. And shine does make a great fitting replica with prob better FRP than the authentic.
I'm was already torn between the authentic Nismo v2 and the OEM bumper with a CF Top Secret diffuser.
However, now that the authentic Nismo v2 is no longer available, the Shine version is another variable I have to think about.
Trying to get a Top Secret diffuser would also be a 3-4 month wait and the money is burning a hole in my pants!
08-13-2009, 06:35 PM
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you can trying hunting around for an authentic v2, maybe some dealer will still have it left in stock.
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I wonder why Nismo discontinued it since it was such a popular item
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The Shine piece is a popular item, the authentic piece is too expensive!
08-13-2009, 06:43 PM
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The Shine piece is a popular item, the authentic piece is too expensive!
Still, a lot of people prefer authentic.
08-13-2009, 06:45 PM
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ive read the shine v2 is pretty thin. you might want to do more homework before buying that particular bumper from them. i've had zero problems with their amuse bumper.
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08-13-2009, 11:07 PM
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I wonder why Nismo discontinued it since it was such a popular item
Nismo has discontinued alot of their parts.
Not sure exactly why, but helps out those with the authentic parts to better retain their value
08-14-2009, 06:51 AM
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I've commented before on the quality of my auth. V2 - it's as if every bit of
effort that went into the OE bumper was put into the V2. The quality is exceceptional,
and I've compared it to the Shine replica many times. The shine unit fits differently.
It is not 100% perfect, and will require some effort on behalf of your body shop.
Some members have complained about quality issue with their products, but
I've not personally seen anything truly bad from them.
There are other options - chargespeed II, vertex lang, top secret, c-west etc... if you want something high-end.
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08-15-2009, 05:27 AM
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Quite happy with my Shine V2. I'd say fitment is about 99% and the quality is exceptional for a replica.
08-15-2009, 05:34 AM
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I'm happy with my Shine. Fitment is good, and durability is good.
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ive read the shine v2 is pretty thin. you might want to do more homework before buying that particular bumper from them. i've had zero problems with their amuse bumper.
how long have you had yours? bc alot of people seem to say the same thing about thinness, waviness etc... dont know whether buying used will even make sense then
08-15-2009, 07:03 AM
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yup, i believe it has been. And shine does make a great fitting replica with prob better FRP than the authentic.
no, it has not been discontinued
08-15-2009, 03:15 PM
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no, it has not been discontinued
Then why has every dealer ive contacted, including West Covina, tell me that it has been discontinued?
See for yourself:
http://www.intensepower.com/nive2frbu35.html
Thid doesnt mean you cant still get one, but im pretty sure they have been discontinued.
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08-15-2009, 03:20 PM
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you would need to ask them that question
08-15-2009, 03:34 PM
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Instead of me asking Nissan, why dont i ask you how you know otherwise?
08-15-2009, 06:52 PM
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Instead of me asking Nissan, why dont i ask you how you know otherwise?
We know because we sell it. We are a parts vendor in case you were not aware.
08-16-2009, 05:53 AM
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Instead of me asking Nissan, why dont i ask you how you know otherwise?
I cannot speak for what other vendor(s) have told you. All I know is what NISMO tells me directly
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