[OFFICIAL] Discussion for the next new Nissan 400Z Z35?

OptionZero · 05-28-2020, 10:12 AM

Well, if this is real, I’m glad to be wrong

OptionZero · 05-28-2020, 10:28 AM

Looking at the hood, roofline, c-pillar...it is almost identical to the z34

Now I wonder how new of a platform is underneath and whether they really did just re-use the z34 with a new engine and tweaked front and rear end

JARblue · 05-28-2020, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by OptionZero

Looking at the hood, roofline, c-pillar...it is almost identical to the z34

Now I wonder how new of a platform is underneath and whether they really did just re-use the z34 with a new engine and tweaked front and rear end

OptionZero · 05-28-2020, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

We should hope for parts compatibility

I'm not selling my Z34 to buy a new Z34.5 from a dealer and eating that depreciation

i would buy the engine and transmission ESPECIALLY IF THEY MADE A CARB LEGAL SWAP KIT

but stuff like a better transmission, brakes, suspension bits, if it all bolted up the way R32/33/34, Z32 and S-chassis stuff basically all was cross compatible for a decade . . . that'd be cool

sunkist350z · 05-28-2020, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by OptionZero

We should hope for parts compatibility

I'm not selling my Z34 to buy a new Z34.5 from a dealer and eating that depreciation

i would buy the engine and transmission ESPECIALLY IF THEY MADE A CARB LEGAL SWAP KIT

but stuff like a better transmission, brakes, suspension bits, if it all bolted up the way R32/33/34, Z32 and S-chassis stuff basically all was cross compatible for a decade . . . that'd be cool

No Debbiedowners allowed lol j/k But this is news Z fans have been waiting for in years.

2017370ZBlack · 05-28-2020, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by OptionZero

Looking at the hood, roofline, c-pillar...it is almost identical to the z34

Now I wonder how new of a platform is underneath and whether they really did just re-use the z34 with a new engine and tweaked front and rear end

To cut development costs, they just modified the Z34 chassis. Nissan is not going to spend billions on an all new chassis for a car that is not high volume. Throw in the V6 twin turbo from the Infiniti Q60 Red Sport, a manual transmission, updated interior and tech. Done! They didn't partner with another manufacturer like Toyota did with BMW either. I believe the GT-R is going to be a goner. They just don't sell enough of them to bother. They saw the failure of the NSX which has spooked them.

sunkist350z · 05-28-2020, 10:41 AM

This looks official.

https://www.carscoops.com/2020/05/20...-first-teaser/

jcasti07 · 05-28-2020, 11:00 AM

Wow! Who would have thought that in such uncertain times it would be Nissan to come out with a beacon like this. I am too excited to see the remarkable homage that is being paid to the S30 even with only a view of the silhouette. Great news today, Gents!

sunkist350z · 05-28-2020, 11:10 AM

I love they brought back the hood bump ala the 07-08 vq35hr, I loved that on my 07 solar orange.

Spooler · 05-28-2020, 11:11 AM

The Nismo version will look like a champ if they do a body kit and rear spoiler/Wing. I hope they fix it to fit the taller guys with no issues like the original S30.

OptionZero · 05-28-2020, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Spooler

The Nismo version will look like a champ if they do a body kit and rear spoiler/Wing. I hope they fix it to fit the taller guys with no issues like the original S30.

In order to do that, they'd need to re-work the chassis so the floor pan sits lower. The roofline does NOT look any different and the rear sloping hatch creates issues for the seating position

ColorSource · 05-28-2020, 11:19 AM

could be just the shadow but the sexy curves are gone

2017370ZBlack · 05-28-2020, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by ColorSource

could be just the shadow but the sexy curves are gone

Yes, it looks blockier but perhaps a little more masculine. Love how it is 1000 times cleaner and more mature than the Supra. The Supra looks like it was designed by a 12-year old kid. Love that there is no horrible duckbill spoiler. If the tail lights are truly inspired from the 300ZX tail lights, it should be terrific!

sunkist350z · 05-28-2020, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by 2017370ZBlack

Yes, it looks blockier but perhaps a little more masculine. Love how it is 1000 times cleaner and more mature than the Supra. The Supra looks like it was designed by a 12-year old kid. Love that there is no horrible duckbill spoiler. If the tail lights are truly inspired from the 300ZX tail lights, it should be terrific!

I agree, the z32 one of best sports cars design still timeless to this day.

280driver · 05-28-2020, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by 2017370ZBlack

Yes, it looks blockier but perhaps a little more masculine. Love how it is 1000 times cleaner and more mature than the Supra. The Supra looks like it was designed by a 12-year old kid. Love that there is no horrible duckbill spoiler. If the tail lights are truly inspired from the 300ZX tail lights, it should be terrific!

Motortrend lightened an image and you can see more detail and sculpting on the sides.

05-28-2020, 10:12 AM	#1 (permalink)
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OptionZero A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,205 Drives: 15 370Z Nismo 6MT Rep Power: 214100	Looking at the hood, roofline, c-pillar...it is almost identical to the z34 Now I wonder how new of a platform is underneath and whether they really did just re-use the z34 with a new engine and tweaked front and rear end __________________ OptionZero Build Thread

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