Sport Package?

OldGuy · 01-13-2010, 04:03 PM

When I bought my Z this past fall, I was more concerned about style and image than performance. Therefore, I bought the base model, got the ride and the feel I preferred and saved some money, as well. I'm perfectly happy. Plenty of power and performance there for me. Just depends on why you're buying the car and that's why Nissan provides these alternatives and purchase options to the customer.

Zaggeron · 01-13-2010, 07:43 PM

The Sport package is a good deal for all the reasons listed in this thread, but I would avoid the infamous "SPORK" package.

Trips · 01-13-2010, 07:49 PM

Member Davidyan won't be able to live that down.....

schrute · 01-13-2010, 09:03 PM

Now whenever I read "Sport package" in a thread title I read it again just to make sure

Trips · 01-13-2010, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by schrute

Now whenever I read "Sport package" in a thread title I read it again just to make sure

Yea we have on occasion have had members tiltle their threads like an Epic Movie, only for it to turn into a turkey, aka Epic Failure...

TXSpeedDemon · 01-16-2010, 06:20 PM

yes it's totally worth it - the LSD, synchro rev match, and wheels alone are an incredible value for $3K

if you don't think it's worth it, you bought the wrong car and should be in something more luxurious anyways.

ctzn · 01-16-2010, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by TXSpeedDemon

yes it's totally worth it - the LSD, synchro rev match, and wheels alone are an incredible value for $3K

if you don't think it's worth it, you bought the wrong car and should be in something more luxurious anyways.

+1

A similar package on a BMW would probably cost $8 - $10K
How a person justifies the price of an unpractical, 2 seat sports car and not justify the cost of this sports package is beyond me.

SophiaZ · 01-16-2010, 07:12 PM

I'm really regretting not going for the sport package since I wanted the leather seats. But I fell inlove with the only car they had on the lot (base). I thought "Screw it... I don't need the 19" wheels..so I'll just buy the seats from Nissan some other time..." Come to find out that those seats are almost $7,000! GOT PLAYED! haha

nameless · 01-17-2010, 01:45 PM

I think everyone can agree the value for the sports pack really is there.

I'll argue that if you plan to get an MT and you will daily the car... sport pack can be more comfortable because of Synchro RevMatch.

IDZRVIT · 01-17-2010, 01:50 PM

Comparing the sport pkg over the base, how many more g's does it pull? How much quicker does it stop from 60? How much quicker is it in the 1/4 mile? How effective is the rear spoiler below 80 mph? Is it worth the extra $$$? IMHO, if you aren't going to track your car then the extra cost is not justified. For the $3K ($4K in Canada) savings plus the money from the sale of the OEM wheels/tires, I can choose the wheel/tire combo I prefer, increase HP/handling with bolt-ons, add a spoiler for looks and outperform stock Z's on the street with the sports pkg. Frankly, I like the look without the spoiler. Up here in the GWN (great white north), your base pkg is our touring model which comes with the LSD. The SRM is a nice feature but not necessary for the street or adept heel-toer's and won't make your Z quicker. I know most in here have the sport pkg and you have your reasons for spending the extra cash. But from a cost/benefit approach, I don't think it's worth the money unless you track your car (because you'll need the bigger discs/brakes). The base Z is still a very nimble car and should get you out of tricky situations where lesser cars woould't. Anyway, they are my reasons for not opting for the sport pkg and hope it helps for prospective buyers who may be on the fence as to whether or not to opt for the sport pkg.

theDreamer · 01-17-2010, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by IDZRVIT

Comparing the sport pkg over the base, how many more g's does it pull? How much quicker does it stop from 60? How much quicker is it in the 1/4 mile? How effective is the rear spoiler below 80 mph? Is it worth the extra $$$? IMHO, if you aren't going to track your car then the extra cost is not justified. For the $3K ($4K in Canada) savings plus the money from the sale of the OEM wheels/tires, I can choose the wheel/tire combo I prefer, increase HP/handling with bolt-ons, add a spoiler for looks and outperform stock Z's on the street with the sports pkg. Frankly, I like the look without the spoiler. Up here in the GWN (great white north), your base pkg is our touring model which comes with the LSD. The SRM is a nice feature but not necessary for the street or adept heel-toer's and won't make your Z quicker. I know most in here have the sport pkg and you have your reasons for spending the extra cash. But from a cost/benefit approach, I don't think it's worth the money unless you track your car (because you'll need the bigger discs/brakes). The base Z is still a very nimble car and should get you out of tricky situations where lesser cars woould't. Anyway, they are my reasons for not opting for the sport pkg and hope it helps for prospective buyers who may be on the fence as to whether or not to opt for the sport pkg.

I believe only the LSD comes with the sports package, can anyone confirm this?
Also, getting a BBK, wheels/tires for less than 3k (4k in Canada) is not going to happen. Maybe selling the stock items will help reduce the price, but no guarantee.

Edit: Just checked, you do get LSD standard.

IDZRVIT · 01-17-2010, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by theDreamer

I believe only the LSD comes with the sports package, can anyone confirm this?
Also, getting a BBK, wheels/tires for less than 3k (4k in Canada) is not going to happen. Maybe selling the stock items will help reduce the price, but no guarantee.

Edit: Just checked, you do get LSD standard.

There are a lot of other wheels/tires out there that are far cheaper than BBK.

theDreamer · 01-17-2010, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by IDZRVIT

There are a lot of other wheels/tires out there that are far cheaper than BBK.

But getting both a BBK and wheels/tires to match those of the sport package is going to cost more than 3k (4k Canada). You guys getting a LSD standard is a major plus though, makes the difference in packages a bit tougher.

Red370 · 01-17-2010, 02:25 PM

Just to add my .02, I regularly track my car, as stated in a few threads i've posted recently, and my Advan Sport tires are plenty sticky/wide for track use. The VLSD the SP comes with is garbage, so if you bought the SP to track it, you'll be replacing it with a gear type anyways once you figure out that a viscous LSD overheats and converts itself to an open diff after a hot lap. If you get the SP, the only option I think thats worth a shyt is the SRM, everything else is aesthetic. And just to add, the SP rims are nice yes, but also create more rotational mass and add weight. I'd like to see a base 7AT against a SP 7AT at the drag strip with the same driver and conditions, i'd bet the base has a faster 0-60 and 1/4 mile time.

theDreamer · 01-17-2010, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Red370

Just to add my .02, I regularly track my car, as stated in a few threads i've posted recently, and my Advan Sport tires are plenty sticky/wide for track use. The VLSD the SP comes with is garbage, so if you bought the SP to track it, you'll be replacing it with a gear type anyways once you figure out that a viscous LSD overheats and converts itself to an open diff after a hot lap. If you get the SP, the only option I think thats worth a shyt is the SRM, everything else is aesthetic. And just to add, the SP rims are nice yes, but also create more rotational mass and add weight. I'd like to see a base 7AT against a SP 7AT at the drag strip with the same driver and conditions, i'd bet the base has a faster 0-60 and 1/4 mile time.

How heavy are the 18" wheels?
Also, the brakes are a lot better on the sport package, throw in better pads/fluids and you are set for anything. The LSD is not the best for heavy track goers, but for the light track guys it is fine. The bold statement is pretty extreme is very false.

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IDZRVIT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Halifax Posts: 1,659 Drives: '13 CTS-V, '76 Vette Rep Power: 28	Comparing the sport pkg over the base, how many more g's does it pull? How much quicker does it stop from 60? How much quicker is it in the 1/4 mile? How effective is the rear spoiler below 80 mph? Is it worth the extra $$$? IMHO, if you aren't going to track your car then the extra cost is not justified. For the $3K ($4K in Canada) savings plus the money from the sale of the OEM wheels/tires, I can choose the wheel/tire combo I prefer, increase HP/handling with bolt-ons, add a spoiler for looks and outperform stock Z's on the street with the sports pkg. Frankly, I like the look without the spoiler. Up here in the GWN (great white north), your base pkg is our touring model which comes with the LSD. The SRM is a nice feature but not necessary for the street or adept heel-toer's and won't make your Z quicker. I know most in here have the sport pkg and you have your reasons for spending the extra cash. But from a cost/benefit approach, I don't think it's worth the money unless you track your car (because you'll need the bigger discs/brakes). The base Z is still a very nimble car and should get you out of tricky situations where lesser cars woould't. Anyway, they are my reasons for not opting for the sport pkg and hope it helps for prospective buyers who may be on the fence as to whether or not to opt for the sport pkg. __________________ "America.... still builds rockets!" Vette: 355 cid, 400 rwhp '13 CTS-V Coupe: 6.2L LSA, 556HP

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Red370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Kaiserslautern, Germany Posts: 4,391 Drives: your mom to church Rep Power: 297	Just to add my .02, I regularly track my car, as stated in a few threads i've posted recently, and my Advan Sport tires are plenty sticky/wide for track use. The VLSD the SP comes with is garbage, so if you bought the SP to track it, you'll be replacing it with a gear type anyways once you figure out that a viscous LSD overheats and converts itself to an open diff after a hot lap. If you get the SP, the only option I think thats worth a shyt is the SRM, everything else is aesthetic. And just to add, the SP rims are nice yes, but also create more rotational mass and add weight. I'd like to see a base 7AT against a SP 7AT at the drag strip with the same driver and conditions, i'd bet the base has a faster 0-60 and 1/4 mile time. __________________ 2011 Mustang 5.0 \| 3.55's \| Lethal Performance off road H-Pipe \| Magnaflow Muffler Delete \| JLT CAI/Bama tuned 417whp/ 404 ft/lbs Last edited by Red370; 01-17-2010 at 02:28 PM.

01-13-2010, 04:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
OldGuy Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Greensburg PA Posts: 899 Drives: '09370Z Red Base A7 Rep Power: 17	When I bought my Z this past fall, I was more concerned about style and image than performance. Therefore, I bought the base model, got the ride and the feel I preferred and saved some money, as well. I'm perfectly happy. Plenty of power and performance there for me. Just depends on why you're buying the car and that's why Nissan provides these alternatives and purchase options to the customer.

01-13-2010, 07:43 PM	#2 (permalink)
Zaggeron A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,951 Drives: '10 370ZR '13 BRZ Rep Power: 19	The Sport package is a good deal for all the reasons listed in this thread, but I would avoid the infamous "SPORK" package.

01-16-2010, 06:20 PM	#6 (permalink)
TXSpeedDemon Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 330 Drives: 370Z, MSP, R8, 335 Rep Power: 3372	yes it's totally worth it - the LSD, synchro rev match, and wheels alone are an incredible value for $3K if you don't think it's worth it, you bought the wrong car and should be in something more luxurious anyways.

01-16-2010, 07:12 PM	#8 (permalink)
SophiaZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: South Jersey Posts: 1,466 Drives: 2020 50th anniv 7AT Rep Power: 6733	I'm really regretting not going for the sport package since I wanted the leather seats. But I fell inlove with the only car they had on the lot (base). I thought "Screw it... I don't need the 19" wheels..so I'll just buy the seats from Nissan some other time..." Come to find out that those seats are almost $7,000! GOT PLAYED! haha

01-17-2010, 01:45 PM	#9 (permalink)
nameless Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Franklin, TN Posts: 5 Drives: Nothing Rep Power: 16	I think everyone can agree the value for the sports pack really is there. I'll argue that if you plan to get an MT and you will daily the car... sport pack can be more comfortable because of Synchro RevMatch.