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Dr. JD · 06-14-2011, 09:23 PM

Hi Fellow Z lovers,

I don't know if this will work but after I read that the 2012 will have zero changes, it has me believing that the R&D is at work (hopefully) for the next Z.

So with that said, I wrote to Nissan in JP and I uploaded a video on Y**Tub* (don't want to infringe on any policy). I also have a few friends who are executives in Japan at Sony so I am going to see if they know any executives at Nissan to see if they can either; a) get me info to share or b) give my ideas with what I have read here and so forth.

So why am I writing this? I think if we at least push hard to both corporates (US and Japan) for some of the changes we want, we should have a better chance of getting what we want in the future. Some of you might not agree with this so you don't have to post whether you do or don't, but just putting this out there.

So this is what I wrote and said in the video (funny thing is I just saw the poll post for T-Tops, targa or stay convertable).

So I wrote:

"Konnichi wa. O-genki desu ka.

I was a 300zx TT owner (as well as my wife). I have also owned Maximas and Altimas and a Pathfinder. I was planning on getting a 2012 370z this year. However, I have changed my mind. I am going to wait until the next revision. I love the 370z but with the power of the domestics and no TT or T-Tops, I would like to give a few ideas (as an MBA, BS and Executive of a company), I believe my ideas might gain more sales or a stronger following and take away from the domestic sport cars. A good revision is to leave body almost as is (small "upgrades" to keep all happy), have same base, touring, NISMO options. However, have another called the Fairlady Z which has t-tops and a TT for 432 hp and about 360-380 lb of Torque. Also, any color plus a special color options and any color interior including black seats with red trim with z etched in back of head rest. I love the glass etched Z in the roadster cabin between the two seats so have that as well. To have another competitive advantage, have a small dial or something to change the dashboard background to different colors as many change them to their liking (i.e. blue shades, green shades, red shades, etc.). On the transmission, reduce some "clunkiness" which is complained about. Lower the car by 1/4" and spread tires out by 1/5". Lighten the car by 50-100 lbs. You will have a car that will beat the competition. I understand that the engine seems to be at a max point and already needs an intercoolor. A dumbed down GT-R engine or another high-quality to replace the existing. You have a great car and this will win the world over. You might even have a 4 seat option choice as well like the 300zx to market those who need 4 seats but want the car (larger market base). I am a fan of Nissan and recommend to all to get one but this car is amazing but also needs to be updated to compete with the competition. Please keep this in-mind for the 2013 market. I know the price would increase on the Fairlady Z but if kept at a good price-point to combat domestic sport cars, it would be a winner with the enthusiasts and the general buying population. One last thing, the marketing could reference the 300zx especially with the Fairlady Z edition which goes straight after its design of TT and T-Tops. Before I forget, the SyncroRev match is great.

Domo Arigato. Sayonara."

Some east Japanese but again, I speak some so that way they know I am respectful which goes a long way.

I put in some positive points so that they know some good choices have been made. We will see what happens if more put their input in to Nissan, not just on boards.

You can move, lock, do whatever, but I felt I had to do us all good justice to at least put this out there.

06-14-2011, 09:23 PM	#1 (permalink)
Dr. JD Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 40 Drives: 2014 Magma Red 370z Rep Power: 15	Ideas to Nissan JP HQ and Video Hi Fellow Z lovers, I don't know if this will work but after I read that the 2012 will have zero changes, it has me believing that the R&D is at work (hopefully) for the next Z. So with that said, I wrote to Nissan in JP and I uploaded a video on Y*Tub (don't want to infringe on any policy). I also have a few friends who are executives in Japan at Sony so I am going to see if they know any executives at Nissan to see if they can either; a) get me info to share or b) give my ideas with what I have read here and so forth. So why am I writing this? I think if we at least push hard to both corporates (US and Japan) for some of the changes we want, we should have a better chance of getting what we want in the future. Some of you might not agree with this so you don't have to post whether you do or don't, but just putting this out there. So this is what I wrote and said in the video (funny thing is I just saw the poll post for T-Tops, targa or stay convertable). So I wrote: "Konnichi wa. O-genki desu ka. I was a 300zx TT owner (as well as my wife). I have also owned Maximas and Altimas and a Pathfinder. I was planning on getting a 2012 370z this year. However, I have changed my mind. I am going to wait until the next revision. I love the 370z but with the power of the domestics and no TT or T-Tops, I would like to give a few ideas (as an MBA, BS and Executive of a company), I believe my ideas might gain more sales or a stronger following and take away from the domestic sport cars. A good revision is to leave body almost as is (small "upgrades" to keep all happy), have same base, touring, NISMO options. However, have another called the Fairlady Z which has t-tops and a TT for 432 hp and about 360-380 lb of Torque. Also, any color plus a special color options and any color interior including black seats with red trim with z etched in back of head rest. I love the glass etched Z in the roadster cabin between the two seats so have that as well. To have another competitive advantage, have a small dial or something to change the dashboard background to different colors as many change them to their liking (i.e. blue shades, green shades, red shades, etc.). On the transmission, reduce some "clunkiness" which is complained about. Lower the car by 1/4" and spread tires out by 1/5". Lighten the car by 50-100 lbs. You will have a car that will beat the competition. I understand that the engine seems to be at a max point and already needs an intercoolor. A dumbed down GT-R engine or another high-quality to replace the existing. You have a great car and this will win the world over. You might even have a 4 seat option choice as well like the 300zx to market those who need 4 seats but want the car (larger market base). I am a fan of Nissan and recommend to all to get one but this car is amazing but also needs to be updated to compete with the competition. Please keep this in-mind for the 2013 market. I know the price would increase on the Fairlady Z but if kept at a good price-point to combat domestic sport cars, it would be a winner with the enthusiasts and the general buying population. One last thing, the marketing could reference the 300zx especially with the Fairlady Z edition which goes straight after its design of TT and T-Tops. Before I forget, the SyncroRev match is great. Domo Arigato. Sayonara." Some east Japanese but again, I speak some so that way they know I am respectful which goes a long way. I put in some positive points so that they know some good choices have been made. We will see what happens if more put their input in to Nissan, not just on boards. You can move, lock, do whatever, but I felt I had to do us all good justice to at least put this out there.