LJS94 Posted January 16, 2021 Author Share Posted January 16, 2021 On 13/01/2021 at 00:05, HEADPHONES said: Personally I'd seriously consider a bodykit. Maybe some inspiration from Silverthorn's Zed...... Read through that after you posted it, loved how it looked at the start before it started getting wild, fair play he's spent some money on that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJS94 Posted January 16, 2021 Author Share Posted January 16, 2021 On 13/01/2021 at 10:22, Lee370Z said: I absolutely love the way that the 370Z Nismo looks, but the fake interior noise and the very quiet standard exhaust do come in for a fair bit of criticism(the later model). The exhaust is an easy fix though, and I presume that you can disconnect the fake interior noise as well. From what I read the 370Z Nismo is much more sharper to drive than the standard 370Z. The looks of the 370Z Nismo are heavenly for me. Exhaust would be sorted as I have an Armytrix, so no issues there Agreed I think the nismo is b e a uuutiful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJS94 Posted January 16, 2021 Author Share Posted January 16, 2021 On 13/01/2021 at 10:42, ShortPaul said: I came from a 350z de to a fresh out of the box nismo and the difference is night and day, the fake v6 soundtrack isn't that annoying i think it can be deleted I'd have to find a way to delete that, lovely car Glad you're pleased with it MK3 Focus RS behind you, I had one, sold it after 3 months 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJS94 Posted January 16, 2021 Author Share Posted January 16, 2021 On 13/01/2021 at 12:26, ShortPaul said: Story of my life that mate haha 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJS94 Posted January 16, 2021 Author Share Posted January 16, 2021 On 13/01/2021 at 14:16, valy said: a Nismo will hold value better over time and if you have the money you are probably better off getting one Don't tempt me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJS94 Posted January 16, 2021 Author Share Posted January 16, 2021 On 13/01/2021 at 19:49, Olly350z said: I don't think the MK1 has come down at all? Saw one for sale the other day and it was still 20 grand! The MK2 isn't exactly common either I think the OP needs to weigh up whether the 10 grand difference is worth it in the cars, or as others say that is a boatload of modifications. Thats a tough decision Saw a nice MK1 for sale the other day for 18.5k, think it's sold now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJS94 Posted January 16, 2021 Author Share Posted January 16, 2021 On 13/01/2021 at 22:43, Lewis Schwier said: If you want exclusivity you could go for the mk1, not many about and not that often up for sale. It doesn't have the nice Recaro seats the mk2 has but it also doesn't have the fake noise through the speakers. Pros and cons. I went from a 350z to a Nismo. 1 because I always wanted one but also because I was going to get the Vis Racing Body kit for my 350z and quickly realised that I would be spending Nismo money once I had fitted and painted it. I think they are worth the money in looks alone compared to standard 370z let along the performance upgrades too. Yep that's sort of my thinking too, to get my car how I want it I'd have to spend a couple of grand. That is stunning, love the wheels! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShortPaul Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 28 minutes ago, LJS94 said: Story of my life that mate haha I think if you want then go for it 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Umster Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 14 hours ago, LJS94 said: The other bit of me says if I buy a nismo I'll want to do stuff to that as well haha Don't get me wrong the grass is always greener but unless you keep the Nismo stock, it won't hold value as much as you'd like. Either way, I hope you do what makes you happy - all the opinions count for nothing! Wish I still had my Z! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJS94 Posted January 16, 2021 Author Share Posted January 16, 2021 (edited) Thanks all for the opinions, very helpful Edited January 23, 2021 by LJS94 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmale4yu Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 (edited) Interesting topic, thought I'd chime in as I test drove 2 370z over the lifecycle before I went for the Mk2 Nismo in 2018. First one was a pre-facelift GT, second was a facelift GT and obviously the last was the Nismo Mk2. CONS of getting a Mk2 Nismo Not necessarily the best bang for your buck but depends really on the perspective you're looking at it really (see below). IMO getting a GT and adding a bodykit still doesnt resolve the issue that the standard 370z has a poor interior. When I test drove the GT cars I didnt mind as it was in the 2010s but by late 2017 they really looked dated hence another reason why I went for the Mk2 Nismo. You will also get that issue with the Mk1 Nismo. I know you don't buy a 370z for its interior but when you're paying that amount of money you want something that at least exceeds VW, Seat and the Korean, US brands. The Mk2 does that although falls shorts of the Germans. The quality of the leather on the seats isnt the best; Despite the seat being super comfy the leather shows sign of wear. I reg clean mine and am not a big guy yet still the leather does not age well compared to Benz, Audi leather Similarly upkeep of the recaro elements notably the steering wheel PROS of getting the Mk2 Nismo (mainly visual) Looks v modern from the outside. The casual observer thinks its a new car. Put it this way makes the current TTRS look like nothing special. Specifically the tinted front lights contrasts really well to Storm White. The front and rear bumpers match each other. Red accents really blend in well. It's just so visually appealing to the eye (based on feedback from others past 3 years) that I can only think of the Alfa 4C in Pearl White with the teledial wheels and exposed headlights offering more from an eye candy perspective at that price range. It's a bit like the difference between the Evora when it came out and the Evora 400 but the difference is more Tbh I cant recall the feel of the standard 370z since I test drove many years before I got the Mk2 Nismo. I do recall the steering being lighter. They were both Autos however. I prefer the look of the pre facelift with its fangs over the GT facelift Edited January 16, 2021 by hmale4yu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly350z Posted January 16, 2021 Share Posted January 16, 2021 I still get a willy twinge everytime I park up and walk away I know its based on an older car, but thats its appeal. New car reliability mixed with old car vibes, which isn't dampened by interfering modern technology that hinders the drive. Id argue the point 90% of Nismo owners didn't even know there cars had this "active sound" till it was pointed out. Shameless picture whoring and I don't even care 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Payco Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 (edited) Did someone mention Nismo picture whoring. Here's my old car (again). Best thing about was I told the wife it was the finished article when I brought it and the modding was over. Edited January 18, 2021 by Payco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GranTurismoEra Posted January 24, 2021 Share Posted January 24, 2021 Funny thing ive considered moving to a GT. Either way I got mine for 20k.... People offered 18-19....Since production is pretty much done I decided to keep mine while others put their mark 1 at 20k plus. . Good luck getting a cheap one post production. Crazy thing 144,000 views on 370Z on Autotrader in a month apparently. Only live once! When youre driving one, people speed up or hang back to look. Kids love it plus some people would have looked on Autotrader then gone to get a Beamer. Then you turn up and theyre staring. Dont be one of those guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willsy1980 Posted January 27, 2021 Share Posted January 27, 2021 When someone wrote off my 350, felt like the world had ended. I bought a 2019 Nismo, best thing ive ever done. Absolute night and day to the 350, and as said previously it's an attention grabber so always allow an extra 20 minutes for your shopping trips for the inevitable chat about the car Only things that really bug me are the lack of modern infotainment like Apple and Android car play, the dated look of Orange lights everywhere, the fact they thought we needed 3 places to tell the time ??? and finally, the complete lack of exhaust noise. Soon to be addressed with some short tails Mandatory Nismo Pic: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GranTurismoEra Posted January 28, 2021 Share Posted January 28, 2021 The orange I dont mind at all gives it a classic look. Its removable with some careful diy within the casing. Infotainment can always put a retrofit pad there. I never saw the need as it does what I need tbh. The orange is there as the car was primarily made for the American market. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willsy1980 Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Yeah they are all things I can live with, its not often I drive round staring at it. Im more confused that on Juke's etc of the same year you get all the nice to haves yet they didn't bother to add them to the Nismo or even the GT spec cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GranTurismoEra Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Digital radio existed on the Micra years ago. All needs retrofitting. The new one will have all that im sure. Will be years before I can afford the Zed P though. Will keep this for 3 more years I think. Then look into importing a Z P maybe. By then will hopefully be around 30k and under because no one in Japan wants it . Good old cousin Juke. Drove a Turbo one. A to B really. The new ones interior is much better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidv10 Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 (edited) I did exactly this, and went from an early GT model to a MK2 Nismo. Although in a nutshell they are the the same car, there are loads of things i loved about upgrading! And in my view it was so worth it! - The MK2 nismo bodykit is just worlds above the GT. I already purchased a Nismo front bumper for the GT, and planned to get the rear as well. - The Recaro seats completely change the interior and are so nice! (I lost heated and electric seats but because of the look of them i dont care!) - The Nismo is on stiffer springs and dropped slightly. And has extra strut bars for stiffness. It definitely handles better! - It has wider rear tires (285 rather than 275) which is nice in the wet. - There were more small differences for me as mine was an 09 model. So i gained a rear view camera, touch screen, updated sat nav. - And lastly you get to say you have a Nismo Edited February 1, 2021 by davidv10 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmale4yu Posted February 14, 2021 Share Posted February 14, 2021 Managed to get a photo showing the visual (minor) differences within the Mk2 Nismo from 2018 if anyone is interested. As you know the mechanicals were upgraded to the Exedy clutch etc The rear lights and door handles were darkened from 2018 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GranTurismoEra Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 The GT looks very toned down in comparison. Its probably a lot more comfortable than a Nismo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 On 01/02/2021 at 02:04, davidv10 said: - It has wider rear tires (285 rather than 275) which is nice in the wet. Since wider tyres are more susceptible to aquaplaning than narrower ones, I question the validity of this. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShortPaul Posted February 15, 2021 Share Posted February 15, 2021 https://www.oponeo.co.uk/blog/aquaplaning-how-wet-surfaces-actually-influence-your-driving#:~:text=Tyre width,aquaplaning is bigger%2C the greater%3A&text=however%2C the air pressure in the tyre must be lower. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sim Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 Got to agree with the people have are suggesting just going down the more mods route. I did look at changing mine a few times but then went full modding mad and went FI along with a string of other things. As long as I don't think about how much I've spend I'm fine but seriously, it has been worth it, smiles for miles and I never get tired with how she looks, just like my wife. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmale4yu Posted February 16, 2021 Share Posted February 16, 2021 On 15/02/2021 at 07:01, GranTurismoEra said: The GT looks very toned down in comparison. Its probably a lot more comfortable than a Nismo Since the "fanged" pre-facelift, I think the Nismo Mk2 is the only variant that "solves" the gaping rectangular front end that even the 350z had tbh. Although the inspiration may have come from this! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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