370z Sport Package or Nismo?

jcosta79 · 09-29-2012, 09:37 PM

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Originally Posted by LakeShow

Okay now, Who wishes they got the Roadster? It's clearly the best version lol.

This is a valid question. I wish they made a Nismo targa top version.

.c2 · 09-30-2012, 03:24 PM

Not sure if the Nismo gets the bose system, but if they do then they are WAY better than the base model w/ sports package lol. Correct me if I'm wrong, but looking at bolt on gains the Nismo model seems to get noticeably more whp and tq from bolt ons compared to the regular Z?

joesmithf1 · 09-30-2012, 04:23 PM

thank you all for your inputs! they really help. I really wish the front of the Nismo would look more like the Sport version, or looks more aggressive like the new G37 Sedan. Anyway, maybe just personal preference.

One more question, do most of you prefer the keep the OEM suspension on the Nismo? i know changing them out for a lower spring will defeat the purpose of the Nismo suspension, but i have seen a couple of them on the road, and they look a bit high.

mwhit02 · 09-30-2012, 04:48 PM

to me, the nismo suspension is for track smooth roads only. Anything else, and it's just too harsh and like you said, too high. Im just going to install the Swift springs and see if they helps out, otherwise I'll be going BC coilovers with Swift springs.

mwhit02 · 09-30-2012, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by joesmithf1

One more question, do most of you prefer the keep the OEM suspension on the Nismo? i know changing them out for a lower spring will defeat the purpose of the Nismo suspension, but i have seen a couple of them on the road, and they look a bit high.

maybe because since the car has the Nismo exhaust, intake gains would be more beneficial.

Baer383 · 09-30-2012, 10:33 PM

I had both a 2010 touring/sport and now have a 2013 Nismo,the Nismo is the car I should have bought in 2010.

Alexthegreat · 03-30-2014, 06:15 PM

Hello,

I am new to the forum but i've been snooping around here for some time now. I have decided to buy a 370Z but i am not sure whether to get the base with sports package and do mods afterwards or just spend the extra cash and go for nismo any suggestions?

FL 4Motion · 03-30-2014, 06:21 PM

test drive both, see what floats your boat more.

oh, and in before this turns ugly (again, for like the 100th fvcking time).

P's_Z · 03-30-2014, 06:37 PM

What he said ^

I think the sport package is the best bang for buck in the Z lineup, you can save some cash now and mod later. I have the sport package and dont feel like im missing anything, but thats just me.

However, if you do have the cash now, and like the nismo, get the nismo. You can also mod the nismo later if you feel the need.

gomer_110 · 03-30-2014, 06:57 PM

Reasons to get a Nismo vs. Base plus Sport:

1. No intention to mod or very light modding.
2. Prefer the looks of the Nismo.
3. Want the additional exclusivity of the Nismo.

I have one for reasons 2 & 3. If you plan on tracking your Z and doing a lot of upgrades you're probably better off getting a base + sport.

Just remember that in the end it's your decision.

jcosta79 · 04-01-2014, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Alexthegreat

Hello,

I am new to the forum but i've been snooping around here for some time now. I have decided to buy a 370Z but i am not sure whether to get the base with sports package and do mods afterwards or just spend the extra cash and go for nismo any suggestions?

Don't be a pussy. Get the Nismo.

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LukasC · 04-01-2014, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jcosta79

Don't be a pussy. Get the Nismo.

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So ur calling everyone who modded their cars who didnt buy a nismo a pussy? Cuz if thats so u should gtfo.

Op its all preference. If u want to mod ur car and make it unique go for it! If u want a nice looking ride thats already fun to drive and responsive go with the nismo. I personally didnt want to skip out the luxuries of the touring sport package so i wanted leather and and all that so i got that and modded it like crazy. Now it turns more heads and is faster than a stock nismo. But if u like the nismo body package i would get the nismo cuz the fitment is better than any aftermarket kit.

falconfixer · 04-01-2014, 03:23 PM

Get the base/sport 'cause you can't get an automatic with the NISMO and most everyone on here will tell you that the 7AT is the way to go.

Chuck33079 · 04-01-2014, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by LukasC

So ur calling everyone who modded their cars who didnt buy a nismo a pussy? Cuz if thats so u should gtfo.

And here we go.

enkei2k · 04-01-2014, 03:25 PM

here's something I found out that can help you.

If you want a longer Z, get the Nismo

If you want a shorter Z, get the base + sport

09-30-2012, 03:24 PM	#17 (permalink)
.c2 Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: BC Canada Posts: 414 Drives: 09 370z MB 6MT Rep Power: 12	Not sure if the Nismo gets the bose system, but if they do then they are WAY better than the base model w/ sports package lol. Correct me if I'm wrong, but looking at bolt on gains the Nismo model seems to get noticeably more whp and tq from bolt ons compared to the regular Z? __________________ Instagram // Build Thread Amuse / Mines / Bride / Momo / KW / Hotchkis / Motordyne / Invidia / Injen

09-30-2012, 04:23 PM	#18 (permalink)
joesmithf1 Base Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: ca Posts: 14 Drives: g35 Rep Power: 12	thank you all for your inputs! they really help. I really wish the front of the Nismo would look more like the Sport version, or looks more aggressive like the new G37 Sedan. Anyway, maybe just personal preference. One more question, do most of you prefer the keep the OEM suspension on the Nismo? i know changing them out for a lower spring will defeat the purpose of the Nismo suspension, but i have seen a couple of them on the road, and they look a bit high. Smashley likes this.

09-30-2012, 10:33 PM	#21 (permalink)
Baer383 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Lawrenceville,Ga Posts: 4,293 Drives: My foot up your azz Rep Power: 29	I had both a 2010 touring/sport and now have a 2013 Nismo,the Nismo is the car I should have bought in 2010. street2soul likes this. __________________ 2013 ZL1 754 rwhp 747 rwtq

03-30-2014, 06:15 PM	#22 (permalink)
Alexthegreat Base Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Rancho Cucamonga Posts: 6 Drives: 13 Nissan Sentra Rep Power: 11	370Z w/ Sports Package or Nismo Hello, I am new to the forum but i've been snooping around here for some time now. I have decided to buy a 370Z but i am not sure whether to get the base with sports package and do mods afterwards or just spend the extra cash and go for nismo any suggestions?

03-30-2014, 06:21 PM	#23 (permalink)
FL 4Motion A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: FL Posts: 4,776 Drives: Baby Shark Rep Power: 701615	test drive both, see what floats your boat more. oh, and in before this turns ugly (again, for like the 100th fvcking time). DEpointfive0 likes this.

09-30-2012, 04:48 PM	#19 (permalink)
mwhit02 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: St. Louis Posts: 358 Drives: '15 Audi Allroad Rep Power: 12	to me, the nismo suspension is for track smooth roads only. Anything else, and it's just too harsh and like you said, too high. Im just going to install the Swift springs and see if they helps out, otherwise I'll be going BC coilovers with Swift springs.

03-30-2014, 06:37 PM	#24 (permalink)
P's_Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: PR Posts: 1,530 Drives: Zeta Rep Power: 468	What he said ^ I think the sport package is the best bang for buck in the Z lineup, you can save some cash now and mod later. I have the sport package and dont feel like im missing anything, but thats just me. However, if you do have the cash now, and like the nismo, get the nismo. You can also mod the nismo later if you feel the need.

03-30-2014, 06:57 PM	#25 (permalink)
gomer_110 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Perrysburg, OH Posts: 17,992 Drives: '11 Nismo #528 GM Rep Power: 36940	Reasons to get a Nismo vs. Base plus Sport: 1. No intention to mod or very light modding. 2. Prefer the looks of the Nismo. 3. Want the additional exclusivity of the Nismo. I have one for reasons 2 & 3. If you plan on tracking your Z and doing a lot of upgrades you're probably better off getting a base + sport. Just remember that in the end it's your decision. __________________ '11 370Z Nismo #528 Fast Intentions \| Stillen \| Motordyne \| Uprev \| CSF \| Zspeed \| Z1 Motorsports \| AST \| Swift \| SPC \| SPL \| Whiteline \| Hotchkis \| Bride \| Schroth \| Robispec \| Cusco \| Nismo \| Volk \| Forgestar \| Hoosier \| RJM '17 Titan Bone Stock

04-01-2014, 03:23 PM	#28 (permalink)
falconfixer Track Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: 10aC Posts: 978 Drives: Taco Rep Power: 76	Get the base/sport 'cause you can't get an automatic with the NISMO and most everyone on here will tell you that the 7AT is the way to go.

04-01-2014, 03:25 PM	#30 (permalink)
enkei2k A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NYC Posts: 6,365 Drives: '12 G41 B/S M6 Rep Power: 3716	here's something I found out that can help you. If you want a longer Z, get the Nismo If you want a shorter Z, get the base + sport FL 4Motion, jpkirk and Smashley like this. __________________ ...need boost...

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