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Read T · 12-18-2014, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Duc_Z09

Bingo! In a way Mustangs are like Harley-Davidsons; they're not that great stock, they're more common than dirt, but the huge aftermarket means that if you want a one-of-a-kind it's not hard to do.

I like Mustangs, not so much Harleys.

People whining about the performance (or lack of) of the Z car need to remind themselves what the Z was meant to be in the first place. It's sport, not muscle. Sure it outperformed Mustangs back in the 90s... because Ford's 5.0 and 4.6 were turds in stock trim, not because Nissan's V6 was so awesome. Now that the domestics have entered the 21st century (finally) the V8 is going to win every time against a naturally aspirated V6.

Also, I agree with whoever said that the rest of Nissan's lineup is lackluster. Aside from the 370 and the GTR they don't make anything I'd want.

Heck, not even aftermarket - they have tons of OEM / Dealer ordered parts.

The Juke is pretty cool, but otherwise Nissan is a pretty boring company. At least it's not as boring as Honda. I think the only reason Honda sells cars is they have decent build quality (like everyone else now) and a great reputation. At least in the states, where we don't get the Honda NSX or Civic R

njobe89 · 12-18-2014, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Read T

Heck, not even aftermarket - they have tons of OEM / Dealer ordered parts.

The Juke is pretty cool, but otherwise Nissan is a pretty boring company. At least it's not as boring as Honda. I think the only reason Honda sells cars is they have decent build quality (like everyone else now) and a great reputation. At least in the states, where we don't get the Honda NSX or Civic R

sure you do.. you just get them in the form of acura.

edk370 · 12-18-2014, 04:44 PM

A lot of people on here want more power via FI, building NA, etc. But i like linear torque and reliability and at least 20mpg. I got 18 when i had my 370. I understand why some of you jump on my throat about this. You think it's sacrilege to "bastardize" a Z34 with a Chevy LS V8

Like it or not, it's inevitable. And it's not because i say so, it will just happen. Yeah Subway sucks. Lee's Sandwiches, Togos is ok, deli sandwiches at good mom & pop places r great.

edk370 · 12-18-2014, 04:50 PM

Vette c6 Zo6 motor LS7 + Z34 = 37.0Z06

Nargrakhan · 12-18-2014, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by edk370

Vette c6 Zo6 motor LS7 + Z34 = 37.0Z06

370Z body with the 5.6L V8 engine from the Titan. Factory twin turbo. Shed some extra weight by using those newfangled lighter, stronger materials quality cars like to use.

Name? 560Z

To crush other sports cars, see them driving behind me, and hear the tone of my exhaust note!

Read T · 12-18-2014, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by njobe89

sure you do.. you just get them in the form of acura.

As in 2014 models. Neither are imported nor are Acura badged variants. Although rumor has it the new civic R may be coming in the next year or so.

note that both of the pictures are concept versions.

IDZRVIT · 12-18-2014, 06:24 PM

Drop this in a Z and call it a day.

White Performance Detail Description

DOOMMONKEY777 · 12-18-2014, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by IDZRVIT

Drop this in a Z and call it a day.

White Performance Detail Description

What transmission r u trying to use that thing with? I mean it isnt impossible, but lets say it cost 25k to buy parts and make it custom fit ur self, for that $ u can drop titanium internals in the Z and boost it to ~1000hp if done ur self.

SouthArk370Z · 12-18-2014, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by DOOMMONKEY777

What transmission r u trying to use that thing with? I mean it isnt impossible, but lets say it cost 25k to buy parts and make it custom fit ur self, for that $ u can drop titanium internals in the Z and boost it to ~1000hp if done ur self.

For that engine, I'd go with a Muncie. heehee

edk370 · 12-18-2014, 08:04 PM

After I sold my 370 a couple years ago, I wanted another sports car. Honestly, I didn't think the Z was fast enough stock. It just didn't have the pep to its step imo...I drove plenty of C5 Vettes, the C5 Z06 (with 385 hp), a 6 speed C6, a 2002 Viper...I was into the Honda swap thing back in the late 90s to early 2000s... I want more torque obviously, and it to be linear. I like Japanese sports cars' aesthetics better than domestics,' but like domestics' power delivery much better. I saw this recently...and I was blown away

1993 Nissan 240SX Project Long-Term Update 3 - Motor Trend

Read T · 12-18-2014, 09:23 PM

240s are so cheap (except for drift tax) you can do anything with them these days. In my opinion the 370Z is plenty powerful. Just look at the forum, everyone says "keep you TCS on" because the car is already too much for them stock. Zs have always been sports cars, not muscle cars or super cars.

To me a sports car puts handling, weight, and feedback above power or top speed . I think sports cars are epitomized by the 240Z, Lotus Elan, MGB, S2000, older 911s, miata, FRS etc.

njobe89 · 12-19-2014, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Read T

As in 2014 models. Neither are imported nor are Acura badged variants. Although rumor has it the new civic R may be coming in the next year or so.

note that both of the pictures are concept versions.

i thought you meant the older ones

but the NSX i read somewhere yesterday that's it's going into production soon as a Acura.

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Originally Posted by Read T

240s are so cheap (except for drift tax) you can do anything with them these days. In my opinion the 370Z is plenty powerful. Just look at the forum, everyone says "keep you TCS on" because the car is already too much for them stock. Zs have always been sports cars, not muscle cars or super cars.

To me a sports car puts handling, weight, and feedback above power or top speed . I think sports cars are epitomized by the 240Z, Lotus Elan, MGB, S2000, older 911s, miata, FRS etc.

i think they say that cause the tail end likes to kick out. i don't have traction control on my Z and i know when i floor it in 1st and 2nd it will start sliding. i don't think the Z is slow or fast, it's in the medium range.

IDZRVIT · 12-19-2014, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

For that engine, I'd go with a Muncie. heehee

And a Ford 9".

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Read T A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,046 Drives: 11 Nissan 370z BC 6M Rep Power: 17	240s are so cheap (except for drift tax) you can do anything with them these days. In my opinion the 370Z is plenty powerful. Just look at the forum, everyone says "keep you TCS on" because the car is already too much for them stock. Zs have always been sports cars, not muscle cars or super cars. To me a sports car puts handling, weight, and feedback above power or top speed . I think sports cars are epitomized by the 240Z, Lotus Elan, MGB, S2000, older 911s, miata, FRS etc. __________________ 2011 Nissan 370z Black Cherry Sport Pkg - Daily Driver, , 1960 Morgan +4 fun car, 1986 BMW 325ES, 1998 M3 and 1996 Spec Miata - Race Cars SUPPORT TEAM WINSOME RACING - WRL, CHUMP, LEMONS Last edited by Read T; 12-18-2014 at 09:30 PM.

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