Awd?

JPotter · 11-26-2008, 05:05 PM

Not if they want to keep the cost down. Look at the new STI's, they are pushing $38-40K now.

They need to take a look back at what happened to the Z32 when they started pushing $40K. I bet if they lost their fancy AWD system and 3 differentials, they'd easily be in the low 30s, if not high 20's.

AWD is nice, but really adds a lot of $$$ and weight to a car.

northbmw · 01-01-2009, 01:33 PM

I drive a 335xi coupe. I drive it year round and through lots of snow with dedicated snow tires and wheels.

Love the car, fast, secure, fun.

However, its a coupe, I would love to have a sports car. I might love the Nissan. But...unless they build an AWD version, it is a no go for me.

40k would be a good price point, great value if they put their engineering to work.
Otherwise I'm looking at a GTR or a used 911 turbo (steep price but if I want a legit sports car that can handle any condition, they are the logical choice).

FYI I'm not into the mitsu/subaru tin-can sedans/hatches.

Namir · 01-01-2009, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by northbmw

Otherwise I'm looking at a GTR or a used 911 turbo (steep price but if I want a legit sports car that can handle any condition, they are the logical choice).

The 335xi is a fun and sporty car but if you are looking for a serious sports car, the GTR and Porsche would definitely satisfy your need for speed.
Although I would recommend looking at 997 C4S. Plenty fast, great looks (turbo styling), and it seems to be closer to your price range.

To OP: Interesting idea but I doubt they would risk watering down the Z name by introducing a heavier, more expensive, and less conventional (for sports cars... especially for Z's) AWD system. I think Nissan is content with the Z being a RWD 2 seater, and expects the G37x to fill the void for those who need a sporty coupe with awd.

Mythos219 · 01-01-2009, 02:51 PM

Put my vote in the not happening column. The G37x coupe takes care of this niche.

frost · 01-01-2009, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mythos219

Put my vote in the not happening column. The G37x coupe takes care of this niche.

I would be pretty surprised. Nissan seems to have a z formula that they do no deviate from much, and last time they did it killed the line for a few years.

CrownR426 · 01-02-2009, 01:33 PM

No b/c they have already have an awd sports car.
GTR
They just won't...

01-01-2009, 01:33 PM	#2 (permalink)
northbmw Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: michigan Posts: 1 Rep Power: 17	snow and sports cars I drive a 335xi coupe. I drive it year round and through lots of snow with dedicated snow tires and wheels. Love the car, fast, secure, fun. However, its a coupe, I would love to have a sports car. I might love the Nissan. But...unless they build an AWD version, it is a no go for me. 40k would be a good price point, great value if they put their engineering to work. Otherwise I'm looking at a GTR or a used 911 turbo (steep price but if I want a legit sports car that can handle any condition, they are the logical choice). FYI I'm not into the mitsu/subaru tin-can sedans/hatches.

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CrownR426 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Korea Posts: 4,676 Drives: Manual Rep Power: 848	No b/c they have already have an awd sports car. GTR They just won't... __________________ Love + Hardwork + Passion RIP SVTRacer

11-26-2008, 05:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
JPotter Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: St. Louis Posts: 13 Drives: 05 Subaru STi Rep Power: 17	Not if they want to keep the cost down. Look at the new STI's, they are pushing $38-40K now. They need to take a look back at what happened to the Z32 when they started pushing $40K. I bet if they lost their fancy AWD system and 3 differentials, they'd easily be in the low 30s, if not high 20's. AWD is nice, but really adds a lot of $$$ and weight to a car.

01-01-2009, 02:51 PM	#4 (permalink)
Mythos219 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 85 Drives: 06G35c,07FX,99G20t Rep Power: 17	Put my vote in the not happening column. The G37x coupe takes care of this niche.