Is the NISMO worth it?

ludeakris7 · 09-08-2010, 02:23 PM

yea daleks..I am shopping those exact models too and yes I agree the BMW looks a little soft and is way over priced..however they are coming out with a 1-series "M" which could be pretty sweet but I know its going to be at 50k considering that a fully loaded 135 as you say is steeep. At that point I'll get a corvette! and why do they make the EVO X and STi sedans or the hatch style? Wouldn't it be way better as a coupe? that would cut weight and make it a true sports car...thats really the only thing that turns me off about those options. Really, there is no comparable car at 38-42k with the NISMO. Anyone? And I've driven all those cars on my PS3

Cell · 09-08-2010, 02:44 PM

I have considered the BMW 1 series, Lexus IS300, Camaro SS, EVO X and STi.

I didn't like the fact that the lexus and BMW had so little power for the money compared to everything else in it's price range. I sure as hell didn't care for the luxury. So they ended up being booted from my options. As for the EVO and STi, I didn't like the 4 door sedan look. You mind as well get a real sedan and not a sport-sedan. The Camaro is a nice car but the interior just drove me nuts. I just didn't feel the interior looked good enough. It just didn't feel like a sports car.

I wanted something that was a 2 seater and I wish that they still made the S2000 with a bigger motor and more power. I couldn't resist the looks of the Nismo so I ended up buying it after a few months of research.

daleks · 09-08-2010, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ludeakris7

yea daleks..I am shopping those exact models too and yes I agree the BMW looks a little soft and is way over priced..however they are coming out with a 1-series "M" which could be pretty sweet but I know its going to be at 50k considering that a fully loaded 135 as you say is steeep. At that point I'll get a corvette! and why do they make the EVO X and STi sedans or the hatch style? Wouldn't it be way better as a coupe? that would cut weight and make it a true sports car...thats really the only thing that turns me off about those options. Really, there is no comparable car at 38-42k with the NISMO. Anyone? And I've driven all those cars on my PS3

The 1M is going to be such a joke. If it's within $10k of the M3, then why not just buy the M3? I'd rather have the N/A V8 and an interior that is built for adults. I remember when a basic 3-series started in the low $30k's. Now we have an extremely weak dollar and European goods cost more; BMW's cost more and people think it's a more upscale car. It's ridiculous.

I'd look into the $36-37k + TTL range for the NISMO's. If you're waiting awhile, then I'd say hold off until late Winter/early Spring of next year and find a dealer that is looking to ditch a 2010 with a lot full of 2011's. Just be flexible on the color.

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Originally Posted by Cell

I wanted something that was a 2 seater and I wish that they still made the S2000 with a bigger motor and more power. I couldn't resist the looks of the Nismo so I ended up buying it after a few months of research.

An updated S2000 would be cool. I looked at those when I bought my 350Z awhile back. I loved the high redline, but couldn't stand not having any torque for puttering around town. It would've been my DD and I needed that.

Flyboy · 09-08-2010, 03:58 PM

I test drove a NISMO to the Mits dealership at which point I test drove an EVO. the Evo sits like a civic or other 4 door cars on the inside. Not "cockpit" sporty feel.

then I test drove the NISMO back to the Nissan dealorship and bought it.

Sorry, but the EVO looks like a Civic next to the 370... All the Mits guys were checking out the NISMO while I was looking at the EVO.

NISMO is a head turner EVERYWHERE I go.. People are always asking what kind of car it is...

Mythic · 09-09-2010, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Flyboy

I test drove a NISMO to the Mits dealership at which point I test drove an EVO. the Evo sits like a civic or other 4 door cars on the inside. Not "cockpit" sporty feel.

then I test drove the NISMO back to the Nissan dealorship and bought it.

Sorry, but the EVO looks like a Civic next to the 370... All the Mits guys were checking out the NISMO while I was looking at the EVO.

NISMO is a head turner EVERYWHERE I go.. People are always asking what kind of car it is...

I get that alot, definitely turns heads, even next to my buddies sport 370

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09-08-2010, 02:23 PM	#1 (permalink)
ludeakris7 Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 27 Drives: 2001 Honda Prelude Rep Power: 17	yea daleks..I am shopping those exact models too and yes I agree the BMW looks a little soft and is way over priced..however they are coming out with a 1-series "M" which could be pretty sweet but I know its going to be at 50k considering that a fully loaded 135 as you say is steeep. At that point I'll get a corvette! and why do they make the EVO X and STi sedans or the hatch style? Wouldn't it be way better as a coupe? that would cut weight and make it a true sports car...thats really the only thing that turns me off about those options. Really, there is no comparable car at 38-42k with the NISMO. Anyone? And I've driven all those cars on my PS3

09-08-2010, 02:44 PM	#2 (permalink)
Cell A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,449 Drives: A Garbage Truck Rep Power: 23	I have considered the BMW 1 series, Lexus IS300, Camaro SS, EVO X and STi. I didn't like the fact that the lexus and BMW had so little power for the money compared to everything else in it's price range. I sure as hell didn't care for the luxury. So they ended up being booted from my options. As for the EVO and STi, I didn't like the 4 door sedan look. You mind as well get a real sedan and not a sport-sedan. The Camaro is a nice car but the interior just drove me nuts. I just didn't feel the interior looked good enough. It just didn't feel like a sports car. I wanted something that was a 2 seater and I wish that they still made the S2000 with a bigger motor and more power. I couldn't resist the looks of the Nismo so I ended up buying it after a few months of research.

09-08-2010, 03:58 PM	#4 (permalink)
Flyboy Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Destin, Fl Posts: 152 Drives: Nismo Rep Power: 16	I test drove a NISMO to the Mits dealership at which point I test drove an EVO. the Evo sits like a civic or other 4 door cars on the inside. Not "cockpit" sporty feel. then I test drove the NISMO back to the Nissan dealorship and bought it. Sorry, but the EVO looks like a Civic next to the 370... All the Mits guys were checking out the NISMO while I was looking at the EVO. NISMO is a head turner EVERYWHERE I go.. People are always asking what kind of car it is...