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sent you a PM, I will have it

you mean 3 tanks or you could say 'double the tax every year'

I found this discussion when I was looking for mine (HR wins) I couldn't stomach almost double tax £££ and I actually prefer the look of the dash on the pre face lift (even though it scratches so dammed easy!) http://www.gtrlife.com/forums/topic/37648-vq35-hr-vs-vq35-de/

Its just the drive through London thats stopping me. Come to Kenley, Surrey and you have yourself a deal

might be worth the extra cost if it comes with near new tyres a decent warranty? i.e Clutch covered!

Every time, at least 3 turns... and then I look up at the security camera and feel embarrassed

Exactly, just because those that own a Zed currently don't agree doesn't make it wrong... Funniest comment recently on the thread was about the V6 burble being almost like a V8, the Zed has a nice big lazy V6 which quite honestly sounds awful without a decent induction kit, if it sounded so great why would almost all owners stick an exhaust on that drowns it out You don't own one so you don't qualify to post about them 'coughjagformcough' #Jealous

18 and you have a Zed wow! I bet you will be the envy of all your friends. Nice one Don't worry too much about paying over the odds, you obviously fell in love at first sight (I mean come on, Zeds are seductive beasts) and you may very well have a good clutch on her which will save you spending out 1k a new one (like me soon!) Enjoy

I had an import mk2 MR2 turbo a while back. It looked just like the N/A UK spec cars when I first got it. I added a bigger intercooler and an Apexi boost controller which resulted in around 280bhp and they were relatively light too. 0-60 running standard boost was 5.4 sec's. That thing was a little rocket. Bl00dy dangerous when the back went out though The inside of my Zed smells exactly how the 2 did. Took me back...

When Ryan creating this thread, I'm sure he didn't expect so much negative comments from ex owners on this forum lol. The fact that this forum is as good as it is with so many members, just shows you how much love there is for one of the sexiest midrange coupes on the market. I sure am smitten with mine and the positive comments at petrol stations and such like just don't get old

They also seem to be the cheapest dealer for Berks high flow cats too at 400 golden nuggets.

Stay away from any that have even the slightest of a crease in the roof - re Jig post above. I have learnt this from experience!

Mine has been serviced every 6k miles. I am wondering how often everyone else get theirs done?

Sure.. but the spelling used was 'japinees' LOL

http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/350z-fairlady-japinees-import-300bhp-quick-sale-needed/1061074363#photo-content

I went from a Civic Type R to my Zed and these are a few of the things I LOVE abt my Zed; 1. The weight. I like the fact that it doesnt bounce off bumps in the road and crash when going over holes in the road. She feels firm and soft at the same time. The heavy feel is what makes it feel like quality. That goes for the heavy steering, clutch and gearbox too. 2. Most seem to think the standard exhaust is too quiet. After going from a scorpion on the Civic, the Standard Zed exhaust is lovely! subtle, as a prestigue coupe should be (IMHO or course) 3. OK the BHP isn't amazing, but the torque is lovely. Such a smooth creamy acceleration, pulls in every gear. Now this is much more important to me than BHP figures. The type R was literally nothing until 6k revs and even in the Vtec there was next to no torque with the front wheels spinning all over the place, it was so tiring having to shift down the whole time and it screamed as opposed to roared. 4. My girlfriend hated the type r. She LOVES the Zed

Me too. Makes it hard to come to a stop smoothly. What with this and a high clutch I feel like a right novice when stopping and pulling away lol brakes squeal too so everyone on the street turns to look

Received already! cheers

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wow I paid double that for mine!

Come on just 2 more people... I want my kit!

Apologies if you have all read this. If so, mod please delete! I found it really interesting. The Nissan 350Z power and sound befit a true sports car. Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS) aided drivability and maximized low- and midrange torque. It also reduced valve overlap at idle for smoothness, and at cruising speeds it was configured to enhance fuel economy. Furthermore, CVTCS eliminated the need for an exhaust gas recirculation valve because the increased valve overlap it allowed permitted sufficient exhaust-gas to re-enter the combustion chambers and reduce combustion temperatures, thereby reducing oxides of nitrogen. To accomplish its tasks, CVTCS incorporated a 32-bit microprocessor for fast response. It analyzed a number of parameters including engine speed, engine load, throttle position and road speed. The processor directed a duty-cycle electric solenoid atop each cam cover to vary the oil pressure to the intake-cam timing-chain sprockets. As oil pressure changed, it moved the position of vanes inside the sprockets, rotating them relative to the camshafts and thus varying the intake-valve tinning. The result of all these efforts was a potent, tractable powerplant that was well-suited to a car intended to be both sporty and refined. In the inaugural 2003 350Z, the 3498-cubic-centimeter dual-overhead-cam, 24-valve V-6 produced 287 horsepower at 6200 rpm and 274 pound-feet of torque at 4800 rpm. That was up substantially from the VQ engine's applications in the Pathfinder and QX4 SUVs. Though peak power occurred at 6200 rpm, maximum torque was moved a bit higher in the rev range. Redline was 6600 rpm, signing off earlier than the 300ZX's 7000-rpm limit. The Sound of Z Power From the very start, a core goal of engineers working on the 350Z engine was to deliver a powerful sound from the intake and exhaust, without high-pitched, "tinny" mechanical sounds or the low-frequency booming or rumbling that can grow tiresome on long trips. From driving Italian exotic cars, such as the Maserati 3200GT and the Ferrari 360 Modena, F355 and F40, Nissan studied the "emotional" aspects of intake and exhaust sounds. Benchmarks for the 350Z's induction sound were the BMW M Coupe, Porsche Boxster, and Nissan Skyline GT-R. The exhaust sound was maximized at low engine speed (1000-3500 rpm), but quiet at normal cruising. And intake sound maximized at high engine speed (3500-6000 rpm) -- especially at wide throttle openings -- but toned down during cruising. Nissan used straight intake ducts and removed the 0.5 harmonic to give a "clear" intake sound. A variable intake manifold was not used in the 350Z. The 350Z's exhaust had reduced back pressure and was freer flowing than in any other Nissan. Its equal-length exhaust-manifold branches fed a large-diameter single pipe, which fluted to dual outlets aft of the rear axle. A complete dual system was discarded due to cost, weight and aerodynamics. Source: http://auto.howstuff...50z-design5.htm