The New Z?

Originally Posted by 37Z

I saw in Motor Trend that the Nissan CEO indicated that their is a new Z in the works. I am not one to start rumors, but coming from the CEO of Nissan, their may be some validity in his words.

If so, I would like to indicate amoung the current Z community their wish list items for a new upcoming Z.

To start, I would offer the following:

• Shorter wheel base and overall length (i.e less than 100" wheel base length, approx. 158-160" overall length)
• Lighter overall weight (i.e. reduced by 200-300 lbs overall)
• Smoother/faster shifts for the manual transmission with more forward gears (7-8 spd)
• Less NVH (Noise, Vibration,Harshness)
  [*Improved engine operational issues that are the nemisis of tracking the current Z
• Improved limited slip differential able to take track laps at race courses
• More leg room for 6'-4" plus tall persons
• Improved seats that are lighter and fit tall people
• Shorter hatch length that weighs less
• Turbo option
  
• A track option that deletes air con/sound system option