I've been extremely satisfied with my Nismo. However, I went the used route and bought one with very low miles (4k) for just about the same price I was seeing a lot of low-mileage touring/sport 370's (around 30k).
However, my rational was this: I absolutely love the wheels, and really awesome wheels + tires are very expensive; it is a stiffer ride (I saw this as a plus) so I wouldn't have to modify the suspension immediately; the body of the car just makes me **** myself I love it so much, so basically I'll never have to do costly aesthetic mods; also it has an aftermarket exhaust on it that has a great tone, if you don't mind it being slightly on the quieter side. Finally the exclusivity is more than just a badge; the 370Z is holding its retail value very well, and the most exclusive trim will always be worth more.
If you want a better stock sound system, an auto, leather, a factory GPS, or to put your own more unique body kit on the car then I would say go ahead and avoid the Nismo. But be true to yourself and don't listen to what anyone else has to say about it. Get the trim you love.
I know all these points have been repeated but I just wanted to share my opinion because I did not originally intend to buy a Nismo as I thought it was out of my price range. Just goes to show you there are deals out there especially in this economy.
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