Blind Spot Indicators
 

When is Nissan going to put blind spot indicator sensors on the side view mirrors on the Z? I think it's a pretty fair assupmtion that we all agree that our Zs have a serious blind spot which is hazardous at best when changing lanes. I had a MazdaSpeed3 which had blind spot indicators and although it wasn't neccessary on a 4 door hatch, it was still great to have. On a Z, I would think that it would be as necessary as signal lights and brake lights. Anybody hear of the possibility of Nissan making it available on future Zs?

convex mirrors....much cheaper and not as lazy

Never. I don't see it happening

They should....as well as making the rear view camera a standard. You can't see a car when it's right on your passenger side rear corner. I've solved this by driving faster....for safety purposes.

It may be a possibility considering the insane level of safety features on the Q50... The Z's blind spots can all be conquered with proper seat adjustment and extra caution. But I do concur that our side mirrors are too wide and cause a blind spot. If we don't make the proper adjustments. It can be a hazardous situation.

I dunno about everyone, but I actually turn my head and move a bit to clear my blindspots when I've not paid close attention to those around me.

It does help to signal any lane changes or movements. We get a nice indicator on the side of the car for others to be warned and scream or honk at us.

I use convex mirrors. Also helps with backing up without a backup camera.

We do have a blind spot.
I do the same head turning. I use convex mirrors and I doubt Nissan will address this in the Z34 Z.

Even if they did I would still be driving mine with a lessor safety level as I'm not selling over this.

I use a backup camera. It helps with backing up without convex mirrors. :p

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I've almost sprained my neck Turning it so much when I switch lanes everytime, I've learned to deal with blind spots on a good seating position but dam I've had some close encounters.

While it is true proper mirror adjustment eliminates the problem, I'm glad to see that I'm not the only one that got the mirrors for added safety (and so I didn't have to head-bob on every lane change).

I tried several types and have moved away from the round ones in favor of the rectangular ones - more efficient use of space. The backup camera also helps to take a peek behind as well (if you have one you can turn on and off w/o going into reverse).

After looking into side view cameras actuated by turn signals, I found that it is entirely possible but enough of a pain that I have given the notion up indefinitely.


Of course there is the philosophy of the Italian driver in Cannonball: "What isa behind me is not ina fronta me, what isa behind me isa not important!"

I have my rear view and side mirrors perfectly placed for lane changing. Never had a problem. The mirrors in front are so big. On occasion, they give me issues looking out front at the quarter angles.

the blind spots are terrible, but ive actually found the mirrors themselves blocking my view in front (and to the right/left) of the car. When I first got the car, there were a couple of close calls when making left turns where a car was completely covered up by the right side mirror. now ive learned to sit up to see over the side mirrors just in case (im 5'6").

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I am going to order my kit soon so I can wire it up. :tup:

My accident in my 09 Z was because a pickup was speeding up a hill. The hill handicapped my view, But I think the biggest culprit was that right side mirror. If the mirror wasn't so big? I might have been able to stop a second sooner and a void the accident.

Lol... I was just having fun. :icon17:

What kind of convex mirrors do you guys have?

:icon18: Yes, totally agree. The blind spot on back passenger side usually doesn't affect me too badly driving forward, but reversing out of a parking stall is really bad. When reversing, I can't see cars coming at me in a parking lot from the passenger side and sensors really wouldn't help that until it's too late.

I didn't even notice how wide the side mirrors were untill you mentioned it. Wow they really are! You don't have to turn your head anymore? How do i find the perfect position. I even noticed my driving position effects my clutch engagement and the way I launch needs to be just right.

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Basic info about mirror setup

Seeing the side of your car is irrelevant, angle them outward so you can see the blind spot!

I use these, they works great and looks good. Glass has a convex shape to it. ZOOM Engineering Blue Side View Mirrors - 370Z

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Without some addition, the view from the Z is one giant blind spot. I characterize it as driving a submarine. Wife's new Volvo has BLIS. I'd love to have it on the Z. It's already available on the new Altima and Accord and will eventually be on the Z and most cars.

I guess I'd have to disagree a little. Properly adjusted mirrors and a willingness to move your head a little and there are no significant spots. If you want to sit with your back pegged and head pegged to the sit back then yes, a bit of an issue. I do use the extra mirrors, but mostly out of added assurance and because it lets me see an additional lane over.

If I lean forward a bit it really helps my visibility in the side mirror, but thy being said I think I wanna get some of those convex mirrors.

I respectfully disagree. This car needs something! Honda, Mazda, Ford, etc. have them on less blind-spot vehicles then the 370.

Does it look weird in blue? Does it bother you that they don't make them in normal mirror?

Absolutely! Angle the mirrors out so you have to move your head to the left or right to see the side of the car. No more blind spot.

I learned a long time ago to have the mirrors adjusted so I can barely see the side of the vehicle. This gives a better angle and blind spot coverage to help with the blind spot. It took some time to get used to the view, but now, I believe it really helps.

There are still some bad blind spots, especially when backing out of a parking spot. Backing in to the spot helps when you have to leave.

No, not weird at all.. The blue tint looks really good, gives it a high-end effect. My wife is Filipino (Short) and wouldn't drive the car because of the blind spots. I got her a pillow to sit on and the mirror inserts. Now she drives it all the time.

Whats weird is seeing a really nice 370Z with tons of work done to it with a round or square small concave mirror stuck on. It works but not visually pleasing. That's what I had before, so i went with the blue tinted inserts.


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Do these work with the defrost feature of the OEM mirrors? I don't have blind spot issues, but that's just cool.

Once I adjusted the mirror so that just the very edge of the door handle is visible at the edge of the mirror, the blind spot went away. I don't need to see the side of the car, I know where that is. To be fair, I can imagine backing up is a huge pain in the *** without the camera.

I came from 10 years of Miata driving where the blind spots are even worse with the top up so the mirror adjustment is second nature. I agree about backing out of a space though, I just go super slow so, hopefully, someone sees me if I don't see them!

Go slowly, listen for a horn, right? ;)

My sister's got a Miata. There's no visibility with the top up at all. It's a fun little car. I just wish I could drive it. Size 13EE feet don't allow one to hit only the gas or brake. It's both.

Exactly! :tup:

Yeah, I had a lot of fun in my little NA. I had to remove the door pull and the visors to fit in the car...lol. When sitting straight up with the top down I could almost see over the windshield. My feet are normal width so that wasn't a problem but due to my height and proportions I'm physically incapable of heel-toe shifting so I'm loving the SRM in the Z! :happydance:

Despite not feeling these are a must, I do like them and would buy them if they were a bit more affordable. I agree that the add on mirrors sort of spoil the look.

Me too. I bought a pair, stuck them on to test fit, and pulled them right back off.

You know, a periscope would be cool. Of course then someone would strap on some torpedoes and ruin it for everyone.

You must have your seat set far forward. Because with the seat set back so you can jump off the clutch without riding it, there is no way you can see the nothing but the side of your car. The problem is the mirrors even though big don't push out far enough.

So whats the solution?

I just got the car and the blind spot is really bothering me. I can't drive the car like I can my old ones, I need that 100% confidence and assurance to switch lanes.

I'm so paranoid that I used to always turn my head back to physically check to make sure there are no cars in my blind spot before I make any moves. I just don't trust mirrors.