New NISMO S-Tuned Catback Exhaust Installed on my (’13) 370Z

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I had the S-Tune exhaust for a few years. Its quality is remarkable and the workmanship even better. The sound produced left a lot to be desired, to me at least. Its not louder than stock, but a lot deeper, and, in a way, it even further loses the signature VQ tone. The sound is very nice, just different from any other exhaust for the Z.

The exhaust has a Weldina name tag welded on, but it is manufactured by Fujitsubo in Japan. This likely explains the quality and workmanship. The fitment is perfect and the stainless steel finish is very durable and returns to a new look with some polish even after years of wear and tear. The tips are also arguably some of the best looking tips of any exhaust available for the Z.

This Nismo S-Tune exhaust has a Y-pipe, as opposed to the H-pipe design of the factory Nismo. This piping is also 2.5" all the way through, as opposed to the narrow piping of the factory Nismo H-pipe. But both end in a big, single muffler design, which kills the volume, no matter the piping size. The S-Tune also maintains about the same level of back pressure, at least that which is able to be detected.

It carries a lofty price tag, which is the reason for the "hate" this exhaust receives, along with minimal gains for that huge price. I got mine years ago for under $1,000, which is why I bought it. Many people will undoubtedly say, "you can get so much more HP and a better sound for less money."

At the end of the day, it's a Nissan part that's built with far better than Nissan quality, has attractive tips, and makes a nice sound. I loved it for years, but grew to want more, but for those years I had it, I really enjoyed it. Now that it's gone, I really miss the sexy tips it had! I hope you enjoy it like I did OP!

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MadMan

Going to Z Nationals in Oct.
Main thing I'm going to do is listen to as many Exhaust Systems as I can.
Exhaust will probably my 1st Mod. & having close to 100 Z's to listen to, will be a big help in deciding.