Front Een Bras for the the 370Z?

Robert_Nash · 01-23-2009, 10:19 AM

I know many of you like the “clear” front end bras on your vehicles…and I know I’m a bit “old school” but I like vinyl front end bras for my vehicles. I like both the “look” and I like the protection they afford.

I admit that they are a hassle sometimes to be sure, especially if your vehicle is a daily driver (because of rain, etc.) but overall, I have saved the front end of my vehicles from both bugs and some fairly “serious” minor damage because of having a bra on the front…it’s amazing how much junk is flying around the roads, coming off other vehicles, etc.

Anyway, I have been buying my bras from directly from Colgan for many years now (they invented the car bra if I’m not mistaken) and unfortunately, they do not yet have one for the 370Z.

So…I’m wondering if anyone here knows of a manufacturer who does have one for the 370Z or might have some other suggestions?

shumby · 01-23-2009, 11:00 AM

Man those things scratch the crap of you paint.

Robert_Nash · 01-23-2009, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shumby

Man those things scratch the crap of you paint.

No they don't, at least they don't if you take care of them properly.

I've been using them since 1973 (and mostly on black cars) and never had a problem with them.

Where most people run into trouble is when they get wet and don't remove them (allow them to "dry" on the car) or they allow derbies (leaves, etc) to get between the backing and the finish and, again, just leave them on the car.

That said, I don't recommend going cheep such as the offerings you'll find at Wal-Mart, K-Mart, and most local auto parts stores...a poor quality bra can definitely cause problems.

nogoodname · 01-23-2009, 12:16 PM

I think Nissan will sell some for the Z, they did for the G37's....and it looked really ugly...it only cover the bumper....it looked like a replacement unpainted bumper b/c it fits exactly on top of it and not on the fenders a bit or anything like that

Robert_Nash · 01-23-2009, 12:20 PM

I haven't liked any of the ones offered through Nissan itself; at lest not so far...but maybe they'll get it right this time.

nogoodname · 01-23-2009, 12:22 PM

the old school nets are cool...protect the car from dead bugs during trips.....

I have one for my '89 6000....makes the car look scary...haha

Pushing_Tin · 01-23-2009, 01:01 PM

They are way too much work and hassle for me to deal with on a daily basis. If my Z were driven only on occasion I suppose I would consider an old school bra.

pikespeakz · 01-23-2009, 01:35 PM

I heard it put best on the 350 site. They ironically keep your front end looking good while making it look like ish. Do Not Want.

Robert_Nash · 01-23-2009, 02:18 PM

Look guys...

I like them.

I like (generally) how my vehicles have looked with them on.

I've used them on almost every "good" vehicle I've had since 1973.

I know they can be a PITA.

I've never had a problem with them harming my finish...and they've saved me from a lot of front-end damage over the years - in fact, when I get rid of my vehicles the front ends look like I just drove it off the showroom floor.

So...I appreciate the "help" but I really wasn't looking for opinions about vinyl front end bras or why you guys don't like them/think I shouldn't use them, ok!!!

nogoodname · 01-23-2009, 06:06 PM

^^ did you really expect ppl not to post their opinions....lol

Robert_Nash · 01-23-2009, 06:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nogoodname007

^^ did you really expect ppl not to post their opinions....lol

Well...no...not really.

speedworks · 01-25-2009, 08:10 PM

Check Ebay, they are available

eBay Motors: NEW NOSE MASK fits 2009 NISSAN 370Z COUPE (item 170296747367 end time Jan-30-09 07:50:48 PST)

nogoodname · 01-25-2009, 08:52 PM

^^wrong car in the pic...and Coupe Only is underlined and bold....is there a Z sedan....LOL

Robert_Nash · 01-25-2009, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speedworks

Check Ebay, they are available

eBay Motors: NEW NOSE MASK fits 2009 NISSAN 370Z COUPE (item 170296747367 end time Jan-30-09 07:50:48 PST)

That looks exactly like the bra the Nissan dealers sell for the 350 (which is not a very good quality bra)...either the seller doesn't know that we shifted generations with the 2009 or he's trying to pull a fast one.

He is also asking far too much for it even if someone wanted it for the 350.

frost · 01-25-2009, 10:18 PM

Did some looking around, can't find anything.

01-23-2009, 10:19 AM	#1 (permalink)
Robert_Nash Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Middle TN/Savannah GA Posts: 762 Drives: '14 Q60IPL/'14Armada Rep Power: 17	Front End Bras for the the 370Z? I know many of you like the “clear” front end bras on your vehicles…and I know I’m a bit “old school” but I like vinyl front end bras for my vehicles. I like both the “look” and I like the protection they afford. I admit that they are a hassle sometimes to be sure, especially if your vehicle is a daily driver (because of rain, etc.) but overall, I have saved the front end of my vehicles from both bugs and some fairly “serious” minor damage because of having a bra on the front…it’s amazing how much junk is flying around the roads, coming off other vehicles, etc. Anyway, I have been buying my bras from directly from Colgan for many years now (they invented the car bra if I’m not mistaken) and unfortunately, they do not yet have one for the 370Z. So…I’m wondering if anyone here knows of a manufacturer who does have one for the 370Z or might have some other suggestions? __________________ Robert -My Basset Hound Is Smarter Than Your Honor Student and Barack Obama - Last edited by Robert_Nash; 01-23-2009 at 12:19 PM.

01-23-2009, 11:00 AM	#2 (permalink)
shumby Captin Canuck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: with your mom Age: 44 Posts: 6,288 Drives: your sister Rep Power: 236	Man those things scratch the crap of you paint. __________________ Originally Posted by SAM@GTM Engine detonation is not normal and it should never never happen, and whoever told that need to do something else for living . Sam

01-23-2009, 12:20 PM	#5 (permalink)
Robert_Nash Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Middle TN/Savannah GA Posts: 762 Drives: '14 Q60IPL/'14Armada Rep Power: 17	I haven't liked any of the ones offered through Nissan itself; at lest not so far...but maybe they'll get it right this time. __________________ Robert -My Basset Hound Is Smarter Than Your Honor Student and Barack Obama -

01-23-2009, 02:18 PM	#9 (permalink)
Robert_Nash Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Middle TN/Savannah GA Posts: 762 Drives: '14 Q60IPL/'14Armada Rep Power: 17	Look guys... I like them. I like (generally) how my vehicles have looked with them on. I've used them on almost every "good" vehicle I've had since 1973. I know they can be a PITA. I've never had a problem with them harming my finish...and they've saved me from a lot of front-end damage over the years - in fact, when I get rid of my vehicles the front ends look like I just drove it off the showroom floor. So...I appreciate the "help" but I really wasn't looking for opinions about vinyl front end bras or why you guys don't like them/think I shouldn't use them, ok!!! __________________ Robert -My Basset Hound Is Smarter Than Your Honor Student and Barack Obama - Last edited by Robert_Nash; 01-23-2009 at 02:22 PM.

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nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1764	the old school nets are cool...protect the car from dead bugs during trips..... I have one for my '89 6000....makes the car look scary...haha

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pikespeakz Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Cali Posts: 12 Drives: 2003 PPW Touring 6MT Rep Power: 0	I heard it put best on the 350 site. They ironically keep your front end looking good while making it look like ish. Do Not Want.

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nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1764	^^ did you really expect ppl not to post their opinions....lol

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speedworks Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 550 Drives: PW purchased 01/09 Rep Power: 17	Check Ebay, they are available eBay Motors: NEW NOSE MASK fits 2009 NISSAN 370Z COUPE (item 170296747367 end time Jan-30-09 07:50:48 PST)

01-25-2009, 08:52 PM	#13 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1764	^^wrong car in the pic...and Coupe Only is underlined and bold....is there a Z sedan....LOL