2021 400Z Thoughts?

takemorepills · 11-07-2020, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by viiv

Ok, not sure how reliable this is, but according to a Japanese site instead of a roadster, there may be a t-top model but it won't be available at launch.

If true, it's a wonderful idea from Nissan to bring this back from the Z32; it's simple, no breakdowns and no warranty headaches for them (via Google translate so I don't think electrified is the proper word there, probably means something closer to reinforced):

"It is expected that the new Fairlady Z will be equipped with a hardtop roof (T-bar roof) model later.
It is said that the T-bar roof will be electrified with a new structure. Rigidity increases because there is a line connecting the front and back compared to a general open"

https://haru27.biz/26529.html

It's not all good news though, if this site is correct; say goodbye to our wonderful hydraulic steering and hello to Infiniti's Direct Adaptive Steering (DAS)

The T-tops in my Z31's and Z32 were very reliable. Around that time I was working for Honda and the del Sol was on it's second year in the market and we were having constant warranty issues with the tops on those cars. However, the t-tops on even my (then old) 84 and 87 300ZX's had no issues at all.

As for the DAS, unfortunately I think Nissan may stick us with it. However, in a recent review of the 2021 Q50 they mentioned that DAS is much better than before, so hopefully Nissan gets it right by then. Oh, and BTW the heavy pig Q50 does 0-60mph in 4.5 secs, a Z will likely weigh 650-700 pounds less which may get it into sub-4 sec 0-60: https://www.automobilemag.com/news/2...wd-test-drive/

ltullos · 11-07-2020, 10:26 AM

Other significant tidbits from this article:

- Two types of 3.0L turbo with different outputs are set for the powertrain. FR is used for driving. The estimated price is estimated to be in the 5 million yen range for the high-spec (405ps) model and in the 4 million yen range for the standard (305ps) model.

- is 305 ps & 405ps = 305 hp & 405 hp?
- Y5M = $48.3K USD, but we shouldn't expect US pricing to be the same as Japan versions

- Electronically controlled suspension: 5 driving modes can be switched
(I think this great news for track drivers that I was hoping for)

- The new engine uses new technology to improve response and fuel efficiency..
New turbine speed sensor
Intercooler system
Electric actuator

dave11 · 11-07-2020, 08:52 AM

My 280ZXT had T-tops. I rarely took them off. They were a pain to deal with.

takemorepills · 11-07-2020, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dave11

My 280ZXT had T-tops. I rarely took them off. They were a pain to deal with.

My Z31 and Z32 T-tops were reliable and easy to deal with. We would always joke about how "70's" they are, but they are fun (to me).

I'd be OK with a solid roof car. My wife's previous Subaru had a sunroof that both leaked and failed to close. My current Q60 is known to have drain issues that are very difficult to get at to fix.

I dunno man, t-tops and louvers would be hard to pass up!

NissanZ34 · 11-12-2020, 08:35 PM

I like the fact it's twin turbo but I don't like that it's only a 3 liter. They should have put a 3.7L or 3.5L twin turbo to be close to the GTR. I like the headlights, the doors and windows but they should have kept the Z emblem on the front quarter. I really don't like the rear end though. It looks like it's the same steering wheel as the rogue 2021. I will not buy one yet for sure.

danegrey · 01-15-2021, 08:18 AM

https://www.automobilemag.com/news/2...98883A194540C5

Actually the front looks a bit better in these pics

enjoy

abm89 · 01-15-2021, 11:12 AM

It looks like they did some contouring with the front chin spoiler, which looks a bit better, but if I were pressed to get one, a body kit would go on it. a sleeker nose would be nice.

11-07-2020, 08:52 AM	#3 (permalink)
dave11 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 140 Drives: 2020 370Z 6M Rep Power: 2981	My 280ZXT had T-tops. I rarely took them off. They were a pain to deal with. abm89 likes this.

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NissanZ34 Base Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Canada Posts: 92 Drives: 2010 370z 6MT Rep Power: 7	I like the fact it's twin turbo but I don't like that it's only a 3 liter. They should have put a 3.7L or 3.5L twin turbo to be close to the GTR. I like the headlights, the doors and windows but they should have kept the Z emblem on the front quarter. I really don't like the rear end though. It looks like it's the same steering wheel as the rogue 2021. I will not buy one yet for sure. xfrgtr likes this.

01-15-2021, 08:18 AM	#6 (permalink)
danegrey A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Knoxville Age: 73 Posts: 3,194 Drives: 12 370Z BK Cherry M6 Rep Power: 649541	2022 Nissan Z Leaks Online by Way of Patent Images The next-gen Nissan sports coupe i https://www.automobilemag.com/news/2...98883A194540C5 Actually the front looks a bit better in these pics enjoy __________________ Lots of Changes the Z needs to be driven and driven hard for the car lives for it

01-15-2021, 11:12 AM	#7 (permalink)
abm89 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,390 Drives: 11 370Z, 2x Kawasaki Rep Power: 64765	It looks like they did some contouring with the front chin spoiler, which looks a bit better, but if I were pressed to get one, a body kit would go on it. a sleeker nose would be nice. NecioVato likes this. __________________ Complete Parts List: https://github.com/abm89/ztouge-build

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11-07-2020, 10:26 AM	#2 (permalink)
ltullos Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: DFW Posts: 312 Drives: 2016 Nismo Tech MT Rep Power: 16	Other significant tidbits from this article: - Two types of 3.0L turbo with different outputs are set for the powertrain. FR is used for driving. The estimated price is estimated to be in the 5 million yen range for the high-spec (405ps) model and in the 4 million yen range for the standard (305ps) model. - is 305 ps & 405ps = 305 hp & 405 hp? - Y5M = $48.3K USD, but we shouldn't expect US pricing to be the same as Japan versions - Electronically controlled suspension: 5 driving modes can be switched (I think this great news for track drivers that I was hoping for) - The new engine uses new technology to improve response and fuel efficiency.. New turbine speed sensor Intercooler system Electric actuator