Sardis

I agree 100%. I think Nissan knew they had to offer more HP this time around, but it is so meager and available at one end of the range, it's basically stock.


Lexus, the makers of the most sedate luxury cars on the planet, even managed an impressive IS model, with the ISF.

I think there is a market for a more upmarket Z. It doesn't need to compete with the GTR. It doesn't need AWD, it does not need all the amazing tech. The Z is Nissan's more simple RWD sports car.

400 ish HP.
Recaro Seats
Upgraded Brakes
Suspension Work..
Interior work..

You have something akin to an M, perhaps less luxurious, but sportier and lighter weight for maybe 20k less. You have a real value, an JDM Vette if you will.

Honestly, I think they tarnish the Nismo name with release. The handling of the 350 Nismo, at the very least, was a noticeable improvement. You don't get spot welds, or even an oil cooler. Basically what you have is an over priced Z with bolt ons.

I'd rather these additions be labeled a "track" model, because calling it is a Nismo, is a bit of a disgrace considering what has been branded Nismo in Japan


The Nismo will always be a low volume car. I can't tell you how long the 350 Nismos sat on the lot of the Nissan dealer I frequent. I doubt this 370 Nismo will move in commanding numbers. So the sales argument is a false starter IMO. The car is always going to be low volume, it should be at least special.