They landed!

AK@Performanc · 12-31-2008, 11:32 AM

So I drove into the office this morning and this is what I see....

CrownR426 · 12-31-2008, 11:39 AM

You guys in cali. sure are lucky!
I think the dealerships in nj aren't showing them b/c its winter here and they want to sell the remaining 350z's before they start hacking at the prices...
Record a video of driving one someone!
Please tell me if the engine drones.
And most importantly, I wana know how the sync-rev is.

SHIFT_Z · 12-31-2008, 11:40 AM

wow. thts exciting. whts the price say on the touring?

tht pic of the rears is a good comparision for ur debating the spolier or not

Alexus · 12-31-2008, 11:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CrownR426

You guys in cali. sure are lucky!
I think the dealerships in nj aren't showing them b/c its winter here and they want to sell the remaining 350z's before they start hacking at the prices...
Record a video of driving one someone!
Please tell me if the engine drones.
And most importantly, I wana know how the sync-rev is.

East coast will probably be getting them in late January.

dave · 12-31-2008, 11:51 AM

yes in the east coast they are here. ive called 10 dealers all of them have at least 3 z cars. im working with one now to get the package i want. im so happy, if i find the one i want ill post pics. cant wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

SHIFT_Z · 12-31-2008, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dave

yes in the east coast they are here. ive called 10 dealers all of them have at least 3 z cars. im working with one now to get the package i want. im so happy, if i find the one i want ill post pics. cant wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Not all the east coast...none of my dealers have any clue when. newhere from late jan to early spring.

AK@Performanc · 12-31-2008, 12:08 PM

Initial Driving Impression:

The 370Z definitely seems like it shed some weight compared to the 350Z. The VQ37HR is definitely a great engine; makes strong and smooth linear power all the way up to redline. In stock form, the car seems to handle very well. Just a slight tug of the steering wheel gets you aligned with where you want to go and seems to react a bit quicker than the 350Z. Gearbox is a HUGE improvement from the 350Z; no notchiness, smooth and from what feels like to be shorter throws. The interior doesn't have that "cheap" NISSAN feel to it anymore. Interior noise has been significantly reduced and the interior design has definitely been stepped up to a big improvement. The cabin space does seem a bit more cramped but the lay out of the compartments in the rear seems to be more functional and easier for accessibility. The feature I was impressed with the most is the rev matching transmission. It reacts very fast and seems to be highly responsive so there is no lag in between shifting gears. It may take out the "race-car" feel of tracking the car but I really think it should help shave seconds off lap times on the track. Brakes have awesome modulation (4 Piston / 2 Piston Touring Model). The pedal feels MUCH stiffer than the 350Z factory BREMBO setup and bites very quickly. My only gripe about the car so far is the clutch. The clutch pedal is very soft and will need some getting used to as far as the engagement point. All in all, not too shabby!

370z · 12-31-2008, 12:11 PM

is it just the angle of the pic or the sunlight shining on it? or combination of both...
To me, the tail light looks different in the white/clear portion of the taillight.

This one has more of a "altezza" style..

compared to this one.

Alexus · 12-31-2008, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHIFT_Z

Not all the east coast...none of my dealers have any clue when. newhere from late jan to early spring.

Likewise. Spinelli has its demo car in the showroom when I last called but they haven't started selling it yet.

CrownR426 · 12-31-2008, 12:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHIFT_Z

Not all the east coast...none of my dealers have any clue when. newhere from late jan to early spring.

I feel your pain bro...
NJ sucks right now.
which part of jersey u from?

RCZ · 12-31-2008, 01:09 PM

just talked to a big dealer here in FL and they should be receiving them end of Jan...as soon as they come in the guy is going to call me, so I'll keep everyone updated...

SHIFT_Z · 12-31-2008, 01:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CrownR426

I feel your pain bro...
NJ sucks right now.
which part of jersey u from?

im from hopewell. its way south. around vineland/millville area

CrownR426 · 12-31-2008, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHIFT_Z

im from hopewell. its way south. around vineland/millville area

Yeah... I never heard of any of those places...
lol.
I'm from northern jersey.
I think your going to have an easier time finding your z than me...

SHIFT_Z · 12-31-2008, 01:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CrownR426

I think your going to have an easier time finding your z than me...

idk bout that. i still dont know if cherry hill will have any markups or not. i hope not.

CrownR426 · 12-31-2008, 01:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SHIFT_Z

idk bout that. i still dont know if cherry hill will have any markups or not. i hope not.

If dealerships markup they are ******* stupid...
I mean we are in a recession and no one wants to use cash.
I don't know how many are going to react to this mark up especially when people don't wana spend 40+ on a fully loaded model.
I'm going to flip out if they mark up...

12-31-2008, 11:39 AM	#2 (permalink)
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AK@Performanc Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Pasadena, CA Posts: 29 Drives: Z33 Rep Power: 16	Initial Driving Impression: The 370Z definitely seems like it shed some weight compared to the 350Z. The VQ37HR is definitely a great engine; makes strong and smooth linear power all the way up to redline. In stock form, the car seems to handle very well. Just a slight tug of the steering wheel gets you aligned with where you want to go and seems to react a bit quicker than the 350Z. Gearbox is a HUGE improvement from the 350Z; no notchiness, smooth and from what feels like to be shorter throws. The interior doesn't have that "cheap" NISSAN feel to it anymore. Interior noise has been significantly reduced and the interior design has definitely been stepped up to a big improvement. The cabin space does seem a bit more cramped but the lay out of the compartments in the rear seems to be more functional and easier for accessibility. The feature I was impressed with the most is the rev matching transmission. It reacts very fast and seems to be highly responsive so there is no lag in between shifting gears. It may take out the "race-car" feel of tracking the car but I really think it should help shave seconds off lap times on the track. Brakes have awesome modulation (4 Piston / 2 Piston Touring Model). The pedal feels MUCH stiffer than the 350Z factory BREMBO setup and bites very quickly. My only gripe about the car so far is the clutch. The clutch pedal is very soft and will need some getting used to as far as the engagement point. All in all, not too shabby! __________________ 2005 SB 35TH Anniversary 6MT w/NAV+MODS JTuned Feature!

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12-31-2008, 11:40 AM	#3 (permalink)
SHIFT_Z Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 111 Drives: 08 Altima Coupe 3.5 Rep Power: 299	wow. thts exciting. whts the price say on the touring? tht pic of the rears is a good comparision for ur debating the spolier or not

12-31-2008, 11:51 AM	#5 (permalink)
dave Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: florida Posts: 33 Drives: 2003 svt/soon a z Rep Power: 185	yes in the east coast they are here. ive called 10 dealers all of them have at least 3 z cars. im working with one now to get the package i want. im so happy, if i find the one i want ill post pics. cant wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

12-31-2008, 01:09 PM	#11 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1118	just talked to a big dealer here in FL and they should be receiving them end of Jan...as soon as they come in the guy is going to call me, so I'll keep everyone updated...